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read about my unique path in the music and pro-audio industry | from humble beignnings to major studios and labels.
The 1990’s : Powerplant & Platinum Studios Melbourne
In the 1990s, I embarked on my recording studio journey at the notorious Melbourne studio Powerplant. Here I encountered the real world of pro-audio using Studer analogue tape machines, the Trident 80B mixing desk, drums, vocal recording and full band setups. After a year with Powerplant I was offered an assistant engineer position at Platinum Studios, a leading studio at the time. After gaining valuable experience on albums for iconic Australian artists such as Hunters & Collectors and Crowded House, I transitioned to engineering sessions. During this time I met my now British partner and so relocated to London on a mission, first securing a position as assistant engineer at Sony’s The Hit Factory London.
The Hit Factory London
Platinum Studios, Melbourne.
The Hit Factory London, Mute Song & London Freelancer
Enter the world of London big time studios. The recording sessions at The Hit Factory London featured a diverse range of artists, including Desree, Manic Street Preachers, Marius de Vries, My Bloody Valentine, Nelle Hooper, and even the London Symphony Orchestra. Establishing contacts at The Hit Factory London opened doors to freelance opportunities at other esteemed studios like Sarm West, Marcus, Eden, and Whitfield Street. These studios, prominent in the UK scene, were primarily booked by record companies, operating with substantial requirements.
As a result of this extensive work, my contributions are now featured on numerous remarkable recordings, spanning albums by the Spice Girls, Depeche Mode (remix), Moby (live), John Spencer Blues Expolosion (live), and a plethora of dance remixes.
EMI Music Publishing Studio A’ye
The 2000’s EMI Music Publishing / T-bone Tunes Melbourne
In 2002, EMI Publishing London asked me to join as studio engineer, collaborating closely with the artists, creatives and A&R department. Over seven incredible years, I worked with some of the world’s top songwriters, producers, and bands. During this period, I connected with London’s A-List, meeting iconic figures like Calvin Harris, Kylie Minogue, Cathy Dennis, Amy Winehouse, Graham Gouldman, Maxwell D, and numerous others. It was truly an amazing seven-year journey.
Fast forward to 2008, driven by the allure of my Australian motherland, and fueled by the inspiration to establish my own studio business, I decided to make the move back to Melbourne. In 2009, I embarked on this transformative journey, and by 2010, T-Bone Tunes emerged as a viable, professional, fun and productive studio. It not only proved to be a success but also showcased my ability to cater to the vibrant grassroots musical talent synonymous with Australia.
The 2000’s EMI Music Publishing / T-bone Tunes Melbourne
In 2002, EMI Publishing London asked me to join as studio engineer, collaborating closely with the artists, creatives and A&R department. Over seven incredible years, I worked with some of the world’s top songwriters, producers, and bands. During this period, I connected with London’s A-List, meeting iconic figures like Calvin Harris, Kylie Minogue, Cathy Dennis, Amy Winehouse, Graham Gouldman (10cc), Maxwell D and numerous others. It was truly an amazing seven-year journey.
Fast forward to 2008, driven by the allure of my Australian motherland, and fueled by the inspiration to establish my own studio business, I decided to make the move back to Melbourne. In 2009, I embarked on this transformative journey, and by 2010, T-Bone Tunes emerged as a viable, professional, fun and productive studio. It not only proved to be a success but also showcased my ability to cater to the vibrant grassroots musical talent synonymous with Australia.
EMI Publishing Studio A’ye
The 2010’s – present day T-Bone Tunes Recording Studio Bristol
T-Bone Tunes Recording Studio’s journey continued in Bristol from 2013 with a start up studio space in Bristol creative hub Hamilton House surrounded by amazing artistic talent. As Hamilton House changed hands the studio moved to the front rooms in Windsor Road BS6 5BP
Conveniently situated just minutes from the city center and easily accessible via the M32/M4/M5 motorways, the studio provides straightforward studio access in a prime location.
The superlative recordings and bangin’ music productions continue with me, in my recording studio.
Get in touch on +44(0)7516 552003 or EMAIL
Key equipment
apple pro ’19 PCIe
lynx aurora 16 input/output
lynx AES PCIe card
uad 2 PCIe card
love
ssd drives
adams & genelec speakers, sub
analogue tube microphone pre-amps, eq’s
microphones by lawson, neumann, warm, coles, shure etc.
smiling
analogue, digital, virtual instruments
fender, gibson, dano gits
mogami, planet waves cabling
logic pro & protools
empathy
coffee, herbal tea, snacks
