Hey guys! I wanted to do a post on how important it is to tune vocals on your project and to do it right. First of all I recommend...

1. **ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers):** - Website: [ASCAP](https://www.ascap.com/) 2. **BMI (Broadcast...

Southern Gospel music has a unique ability to touch our hearts and uplift our spirits. Its rich harmonies, heartfelt lyrics, and...

One thing I like about having a studio is you get to meet great people along the way and today is no exception. The Shop welcomes Robert...

I just wanted to take a moment this morning to thank all of the clients that have made "The Shops" first month a huge success! The...

So excited to share that we have opened the studio! We opened our doors May 7 2021 for our first session and we have been slammed for the...

Last night I got to hang out with long time friend Tim Surrett as he hosted Papertown Roots Radio. He did a tribute to the late Tony...

While choosing a great studio or engineer is important, choosing the right material to record is what matters most. I can take a less...

When sending a project to be mastered, there are a few things to keep in mind. First of all make sure there is enough headroom on your...

We are now ready for HVac and electrical to start!

First of all it starts with great songs. Coming into a session with material that you hope will turn into something magic rarely does....

Excited about the new Pro Tools update! Working for hours on a bright screen can be very hard on the eyes, but the new Pro Tools 2020.11...

I had someone ask me how long I wanted to be a recording engineer. They also asked me what my dream retirement would be. Here is my...

As the news networks preach gloom and doom, I sit here with confidence in the music industry. I believe that times like these produce...

Today was a very special day for me. I got to hang out with long time friend Randy Hughes. Those of you who do not know Randy, he and his...

Here is a clear definition from wikipedia ..... The loudness war (or loudness race) refers to the trend of increasing audio levels in...

In this new world of making records I tend to get vocals sent to me from an artist that were recorded in their home, (Living Room,...

I would like to share a story about a little boy whose life was forever changed by a $20 guitar. In 1965 I was born on September 28th as...

Just wanted to give an update on the studio construction process. Everything is on track for a January opening. Studio and control room...

One of the most important things you can do as an artist is to make time for pre production. Schedule time with your producer or session...