WCA #557 with Assaad Lakkis– Bullfunk Studios, Financial Realities, Continuous Learning, Perseverance, and Mental Health

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer, engineer, and musician Assaad Lakkis, the creative force behind Bull Funk Zoo and owner of Bull Funk Studios in Dubai. Assad’s career blends boundary-pushing rock, funk, and experimental sounds with his work producing and recording artists from around the world, making him a central figure in the Middle Eastern music scene.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

The Bullfunk Identity

Time in the US

Bullfunk Studios

Learning and Mentorship

First Studio Challenges

Job Market in Dubai

Current Home Studio

Financial Realities

Client Acquisition

Diversified Income

Continuous Learning

Perseverance

Mental Health

Matt's Rant: Self-employed discipline

Links and Show Notes:

Bull Funk Zoo: https://www.bullfunkzoo.com/

Bull Funk Studios: https://bullfunkstudios.com/

Bull Fuunk Zoo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BullFunkZoo/videos

Credits:

Guest: Assaad Lakkis

Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau

WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell

The Voice: Chuck Smith