Rick Beato: podcast appearances and interviews

Richard John Beato, born April 24, 1962, is an American YouTuber, multi-instrumentalist, music producer, and educator. He has been active in the music industry since the early 1980s, working as a musician, songwriter, audio engineer, and record producer. Beato owns and operates Black Dog Sound Studios in Stone Mountain, Georgia, where he has produced and worked with bands such as Needtobreathe, Parmalee, and Shinedown. In addition to his studio work, he has lectured on music at universities, sharing his expertise and experience. On his YouTube channel, he explores various musical genres including rock, jazz, blues, electronic, rap, and pop. He also conducts interviews with musicians and producers, providing insights into different aspects of the music industry.