Sean Slade

Sean Slade is an Associate Professor in the Music Production and Engineering (MP&E) Department at Berklee College of Music. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Yale University (1978) and has been a prominent figure in the music industry since the 1980s. Before academia, he co-founded Fort Apache Studios in 1985 and has contributed to projects for renowned artists such as Radiohead, Hole, the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Warren Zevon, and Lou Reed. His professional expertise spans production, engineering, and mixing across diverse genres.

At Berklee, he teaches courses like Critical Analysis of Music Production Techniques and Music Production Capstone, emphasizing practical skills and industry insights. Beyond teaching, Slade operates Quarry Recorders, his studio in rural Maine, where he continues to record and collaborate with artists. His career bridges academic instruction and hands-on industry experience, focusing on advancing music production methodologies.