Preston
Jr. Marketing Project Manager
As a high schooler, Preston developed an early passion for music and counter-culture. He played the bass guitar and was deeply involved in skating culture, finding a sense of belonging within these exciting scenes. Later, he started engaging with music on a deeper level, meticulously focusing on the intricate lyrics of his favorite songs. This profound exploration not only fueled his admiration but also genuinely inspired him to write poetry, often in a style reminiscent of the celebrated lyricists he admires.
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Sergey
Sr. Project Manager - Graphic Designer
Sergey is a creative artist from Belarus who moved to the US three years ago, and that blend of cultures shapes his taste in music. For him, music crosses borders the same way ideas do. The creativity in each track sparks ideas, shapes moods, and keeps his momentum going. Whether he's deep in a 3D render or sketching out a new visual, the energy in the music helps push his design forward. This playlist features the tracks that inspire him most. Hit play and hear what keeps his creativity moving.
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Nate
CEO
Nate grew up in a Pentecostal community where music was more than entertainment. It created a deep connection between believers and God through passionate, heartfelt worship. From singing in the children’s choir to joining multiple praise and worship groups and eventually leading worship as a young man, music has always been part of his identity. He believes music can shift a mood, mend a heart, spark a memory, and honor those we love. His go-to songs depend entirely on his emotional state. Every track brings him back to a specific place or moment in time. Nate sees music as a mirror of personal experience. You can learn a great deal about someone by the songs they choose to love. Often, those choices reflect a connection to the artist, and in most cases, that connection reveals something shared. To Nate, the songs people connect with say something meaningful about who they are.
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Brandon S's Playlist
Project Manager - IT and Web Dev
Brandon is a runner who trains with intent. Like most runners, he enjoys listening to a good playlist while his legs are on fire, but for him, music does more than pass the time. He builds each playlist by beats per minute, using BPM to match his heart rate zones and keep his cadence steady. It’s part discipline, part instinct. Music pushes him through the pain, helps him reset, and brings focus when the miles start to wear him down. As Audioengine’s IT expert, Brandon is wired to solve problems and fine-tune every detail, which is exactly how he builds his playlists. Every song has a purpose.
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Steve P's Playlist
Customer Experience and IQC Specialist
Steve believes music should connect and leave a lasting impression. His rule is simple: keep it honest and keep it interesting. That mindset stuck with him, where today, Steve leads Customer Experience with the same approach he values in music. He respects anything built on real substance, whether it's a great record or a customer conversation. He came up in a time when musicians had to earn your attention through skill and presence, not production tricks. This playlist is full of songs that have shaped how he listens and how he treats people.
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Brandon R's Playlist
Sr. Marketing Project Manager
For Brandon, music has always been the constant in the background, the thing that helped him settle down and stay grounded. As an athlete, that connection became more intentional. Every practice, every lift, every meet started with a song that helped him focus, stay calm, or get fired up. This playlist comes from someone who knows exactly what music can do when it matters. If you're chasing rhythm, drive, or clarity, Brandon’s picks won’t miss.
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David's Playlist
Business Intelligence & Inventory Planning Manager
David grew up in the '90s, when music had grit and heart. Raised on a steady mix of George Strait’s straight-shooting country and Biggie Smalls’ raw lyricism, his taste spans genres but stays true to one thing music that says something. For David, music’s never been background noise. It’s how he remembers his best days, gets through the worst, and stays locked in. He doesn't chase trends or talk in buzzwords. If it hits, it hits. Whether it's a worn-out CD in the truck or vinyl spinning in the living room, music is part of the way he moves through life.
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Justin's Playlist
Warehouse & Global Logistics Manager
Justin has always had a strong appreciation for the power of storytelling in music and how it helps us work through the things we all face. Music is his tool for letting go of stress, processing the chaos, and finding clarity in moments of joy, frustration, or grief. Indie and alternative rock have always been his go-to for that. At Audioengine, Justin keeps things moving behind the scenes. From managing inventory to getting every Home Music System out the door on time, he stays busy. This playlist is packed with the tracks that keep him centered and steady, no matter how full the day gets.
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Michael's Playlist
Customer Experience & IQC Specialist
Michael lives and breathes punk. He came up working in record stores and playing in teenage punk bands before hitting the road as guitarist for Tsunami Bomb, releasing two records and playing Warped Tour three times. These days, Michael is focused on taking that punk energy to his new passion of painting and photography. As part of our quality assurance team at Audioengine, Michael listens to music on repeat. This playlist is full of songs that give him that energy and reflect who Michael is.
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Eric's Playlist
Global VP of Sales
Eric's time in radio exposed him to every genre under the sun, but it was the raw honesty, soul, and storytelling of country music that spoke to his own story. Certain songs remind him of his wife, others bring back memories of raising his kids, and some now carry the weight of his father's memory. Today, as the Vice President of Global Sales at Audioengine, Eric brings that same passion to a company built on the belief that music should be part of everyday life. This playlist is full of the country music that has offered him comfort, clarity, and the kind of connection that can’t be explained, only felt.
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Ian's Playlist
Customer Experience, IQC & IT Manager
Ian doesn’t just know great sound, he’s lived it. From playing in metal bands to spending years deep in the Texas rock scene, he’s felt the raw energy that music should deliver. Now, as the head of customer experience and quality assurance at Audioengine, he applies that same deep expertise to ensuring every product meets the highest standards of quality and performance.
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Allen's Playlist
Sr. Marketing Project Manager- Global Amazon and E-Comm
Allen has always lived through music. In the ‘80s, when genres were colliding and new sounds were taking over, he was drawn to all of it. From hip-hop and hair metal to country greats and stadium rock, he took it all in. His playlist reflects that wide taste, mixing AC/DC, Run DMC, Garth Brooks, and Whitney Houston into one unforgettable lineup. Now, he channels that same passion at Audioengine, making sure the right gear gets into the hands of people who love music as much as he does.
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Stacy's Playlist
Business Manager
Stacy's deep passion for music is evident through her skills in playing piano, flute, guitar, mandolin, and baritone. Her passion is inspired by childhood memories of her father's garage band and extends into her current life, where her husband composes music, and their children play various instruments, keeping music central in their lives. Professionally, Stacy has gone from working at a record store and managing the college radio to her current role as Office Manager, consistently blending her musical talents with her career. Stacy's playlist reflects her vast experiences with music, and her broad taste built off of years of discovering great songs.
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Steve's Playlist
Customer Experience & IQC Specialist
Steve's life has always been deeply intertwined with music. With over 20 years of performing in the Dallas area and seven years dedicated to crafting custom amplifiers, his connection to sound is profound. Now, as a key member of our Customer Experience team, Steve channels this rich background into ensuring every listener experiences music in its purest form. His playlist is more than a collection of songs; it's a narrative of his life, marked by the tracks that have defined and driven his passion for sound.
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Matthew's Playlist
Marketing Project Manager
Matthew has been a hip-hop head for as long as he can remember. From classic bars to modern flows, he knows what hits. His playlist is a mix of the best in rap and R&B—deep cuts, legends, and tracks pushing the culture forward. If you're looking for a solid selection from someone who truly gets it, this is the one to queue up.
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