This Sunday, Amnesty International is celebrating its 50th anniversary with The Secret Policeman’s Ball at Radio City Music Hall in New York City and we have cause for celebration because our friend, Reggie Watts, will be performing live! Reggie was here but a few short weeks ago recording a track for his friend John Mulaney’s Comedy Central special called “New […]
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Lewis Lazar
Singer/Songwriter Lewis Lazar was here a few weeks ago recording tracks for an upcoming EP. Lewis is a multi-talented guy. He even played most of the parts himself including percussion, guitars and, of course, vocals (he’s some talented photographer too.). Lewis lives in New York and has a show coming up on the 13th at the Trash Bar in […]
On the Goodfoot with Blak & Nature
Check this mix & let me know what you think. I have a few versions. I’ll edit together a new one & post it soon. [audio:http://www.metrosonic.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Good-Foot-Mixed.01_03.mp3|titles=Good Foot Mix 1] Maybe music changed or I’m getting older, but there are very few hip hop songs that are not only approved for all ages, but actually good […]
Reggie Watts Records At MetroSonic
The hilarious, conspicuous, and always the life of the party Reggie Watts graced MetroSonic Studio with the role of recording a song that can undoubtedly be deemed one of a kind. Before moving forward, make note of this one fact: he is a one man band with several members, who happen to look alike and bare identical […]
MetroSonic Alum Receives Oscar Nod
It’s not every day that you get to congratulate someone you’ve worked with for an Oscar nomination but today we have that unique pleasure. We met Bret McKenzie when he and his partner, Jemaine Clement, were at MetroSonic recording the album I Told You I Was Freaky, comprised of music from the second season of […]
Natalia “Saw Lady” Paruz
We recently had a truly unique artist come in to record here at Metrosonic. Natalia “Saw Lady” Paruz is a renowned artist known worldwide for her rare ability to elicit music from an everyday carpenter’s saw. Some of Paruz’s past experiences include working with artists such as John Hiatt and Sarah McLachlan. The sounds of a saw are warbling and ethereal, […]
Kalae All Day
We just wrapped up tracking and mixing an EP for local artist Kalae All Day. Kalae is a uniquely gifted singer, rapper & songwriter, with a strong presence and a positive message. We had a wonderful experience working with her and her band and look forward to the album release and upcoming shows at the Knitting Factory. […]
Andrew Bird records and mixes to tape at Metrosonic
After about three months, we’ve just wrapped up tracking and mixing sessions with singer- songwriter Andrew Bird. A Chicago native, Bird is known for his warm vocal style, characteristic whistling techniques, and unique approach to combining modern treatments to otherwise traditional acoustic instruments. Along with violin, he plays guitar and glockenspiel on this album. Backing up […]
Neon Dynamite Are Out Of Control
One of our favs, Brooklyn-based Neon Dynamite just finished up work on Out of Control. Pete & Terry spent some time mixing this one, and it was well worth it! Take a listen here: ADD AUDIO FILE!!
VIDEO: Holistic Is Back
Holistic‘s anticipated new album, Avant Garde was just released. We are pleased to say that along with their first effort Technicolor, the album was recorded and mixed at MetroSonic. We’ll be posting some music from it soon so check back with us for a listen. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Holistic recording “Blue Dynamite” below:
Surprise Performance by Mattison
Oh to the musician playing their tunes on the subway platform. At times they are somewhat frustrating and on other occasions lending a soft sound to ease tension while getting off and on the horrible torture device known to New Yorkers as the subway. I have indefinitely passed hundreds, if not thousands, during my six […]
Joey Belladonna re-joins Anthrax at Metrosonic
NYC metal heads rejoice! Anthrax will bring the noise (pun intended) to New York City LIVE this Wednesday, Feb. 8 in support of their new album “Worship Music.” The thrash will take place at the Best Buy Theater near Times Square. Definitely check this show out if you are in the area. We were lucky enough to have one […]
Mattison
We just wrapped up a round of tracking and mixing with Mattison (Kate Mattison: keyboards & lead vocals, Jay Steinhauer: bass, and Angel: drums & vocals). Pete engineered with Terry assisting. The music was great and the band was a real pleasure to work & hang with. I always prefer analog/tape-based projects and this one offers a […]
Black Lips Record Latest CD at Metrosonic
The Black Lips recorded their sixth studio album Arabia Mountain (Vice Records) at MetroSonic Recording Studio NYC. Check out the in-studio video interview by Rolling Stone! Producer Mark Ronson and Vice Record chose our recording studio for the combination of quality analog tracking, creative vibe and a great microphone selection. Some of the topics covered […]
