Susan Rodgers is an American professor, sound engineer, and record producer who gained recognition as Prince’s staff engineer during his commercial peak.
She played a pivotal role in creating Prince’s renowned music vault, collecting and cataloging his studio and live recordings.
Susan has also worked with notable artists such as Barenaked Ladies, David Byrne, and Michael Penn, and she’s currently an associate professor at Berklee College of Music.
Profile
- Full Name: Susan Rodgers
- Date of Birth: August 3, 1956
- Age: 67 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of Birth: Southern California, United States
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Professor, sound engineer, record producer
- Height: 5’10”
- Parents: N/A
- Siblings: N/A
- Spouse: Brendan Rodgers (Divorced)
- Children: N/A
- Relationship Status: N/A
- Net Worth: $6 million
Early Life & Education
Susan Rogers, now 67, was born on August 3, 1956, and grew up in Southern California. From an early age, she developed a keen interest in recorded music, which eventually led her to pursue a career in the music industry.
Rogers spent most of her early years in Hollywood, where she deepened herself in the music scene of the 1970s. She began working at the University of Sound Arts as a receptionist.
During her time there, she overheard a conversation about maintenance technician training, igniting her curiosity about the technical aspects of music production.
Motivated to expand her knowledge, Rogers decided to go into electronics, acoustics, and
magnetism.
This led her to apply for a job at Audio Industries in 1978, where she trained as an MCI console and tape-machine technician.
She worked as a maintenance tech for Rudy Records, Graham Nash, and David Crosby’s studio in 1981. During this time, Rogers had her first taste of the music production process as an assistant engineer.
Personal Life
In terms of her personal life, Susan Rogers has once been married. She was formerly married to Brendan Rodgers; however, the couple separated in 2015.
After the annulment, she maintained a private demeanor. Details about her current romantic relationships or family life are not readily available.
Career
Susan Rogers’s career in the music industry took a major turn when she moved to Minneapolis in 1983 to become Prince’s technician.
Initially hired as a technician, her role quickly evolved into an engineer despite her previous experience as an assistant engineer.
Rogers played a crucial part in Prince’s musical journey during his commercial peak from 1983 to 1987. She worked as his staff engineer during the creation of iconic albums such as “Purple Rain,” “Around the World in a Day “Parade,” “Sign o’ the Times,” and “The Black Album.”
During her time with Prince, Rogers laid the foundation for his famous vault, an extensive collection of studio and live recordings.
Her meticulous efforts in cataloging and preserving Prince’s musical legacy have contributed greatly to the appreciation and understanding of his artistry.
Besides her work with Prince, Rogers has collaborated with various other artists. She has worked as a sound engineer and record producer for acts such as Barenaked Ladies, David Byrne, Robben Ford, Jeff Black, and Rusted Root.
Her versatility and expertise in the field have allowed her to work across different genres and with artists of diverse musical styles.
Susan Rogers holds the associate professor position in the Music Production and Engineering and Liberal Arts departments at Berklee College of Music.
Net Worth
Susan Rogers has achieved considerable success and recognition in her career. She has an estimated net worth of $6 million, a testament to her valuable contributions to the music industry.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @susanrogersofficial
- Twitter handle: @SusanRogersMusic
Books
- This is What It Sounds Like What the Music You Love Says About You
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