Step into the sonic world of Groove Jones with episode two of Groove Talk, where sound takes center stage. Host Doug Hogan sits down with co-founder Dale Carman and his son, Andrew Carman, the studio’s in-house composer and supervising sound designer. From touring musician to crafting immersive audio for AR and VR experiences, Andrew shares how he turned his lifelong love of music into a career creating unforgettable soundscapes. The conversation dives deep into the art of sound design, the “P channel” of passion that makes creative work resonate, and why the human touch will always matter, even in the age of AI.
Expect stories about pirate skeleton monkeys, leather crafting, restoring vintage gear, and yes, running a synth through an orange to nail the perfect track. It is a celebration of curiosity, craft, and the fearless leap into the unknown that fuels every Groove Jones project.
Who’s on the Mic:
- Doug Hogan – Host and Creative Technologist
- Dale Carman – Co-founder of Groove Jones
- Andrew Carman – Composer and Supervising Sound Designer
What They Cover:
- Andrew’s journey from the stage to the sound booth at Groove Jones
- The philosophy behind immersive audio and why “sound is half the picture”
- Balancing cutting-edge tech with handcrafted authenticity
- Memorable projects, from Swashbuckler’s musical duels to AR Basketball’s stadium vibes
- The role of AI in music and why the human “P channel” can’t be faked
- How hobbies like cooking and leatherworking connect to creative excellence
Key Highlights:
- The “P channel” – passion as an invisible but essential ingredient in creative work
- Turning everyday objects into custom instruments, from domino gloves to spring-reverb boxes
- Crafting skeleton monkey footsteps with homemade Foley magic
- AI’s potential as a creative collaborator — and its limits
- Why cooking and music share the same emotional DNA
- The legendary “orange” experiment that gave a track its final magic touch
Why It’s Worth Listening:
If you’ve ever wondered how sound can make a picture brighter, why handcrafted detail matters in a high-tech world, or how to turn a random object into a musical instrument, this episode is a masterclass in creative experimentation and fearless artistry.
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