Posts by The Church Studio
Grammy Award-Winning Audio Engineer, Gary Laney joins The Church Studio
Q&A with Gary Laney What was your first impression of The Church Studio? The studio was incredible sounding, the mic selection was great and of course the Neve 8068 is…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Recording in a Professional Studio
In today’s music industry, recording has evolved significantly. With the rise of home recording, many artists now have the opportunity to create music in the comfort of their own homes.…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Sharon Johnson Caskey
Volunteers rock at The Church Studio! We love and appreciate the valuable role they play in our operations. Sharon Johnson Caskey is one of our talented volunteers. She not has…
Read MoreGUEST BLOG: Rusty Russell’s Recording Studio Experience
The genesis of our project at The Church Studio was a bit different than most; four high school friends from Wichita (classes of ’73, ’74), and ’75) had spent years…
Read MoreNew to The Church Studio Team: Entrepreneur Ronnie Carlson
My name is Ronald (Ronnie) Carlson and I’m the new operations team member at The Church Studio. I am so excited to meet everyone. Most recently I was the President…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Willis Allen
We love our volunteers and appreciate the valuable role they play in the operations of The Church Studio. We could not be more excited to introduce you to one…
Read MoreEPISODE 5 – JANA JAE
Jana has built a solid solo career, drawing upon her diverse musical background. Her one-of-a-kind style blends country fiddling, western swing, bluegrass, pop, and the classics, producing thrilling performances and critical acclaim. Jana got her big break at a Buck Owens concert in Redding, California when she was invited to take the stage and play “Orange Blossom Special.”
Read MoreEPISODE 4 – PHIL CLARKIN
We had so much fun with the talented and inspiring photographer, Phil Clarkin. Phil has a diverse photography and video background and is known for his work with national and international musical acts. His passion leads to the capture of moments in time that will last forever. We are all grateful for that passion!
Read MoreEPISODE 3 – HORTON RECORDS
Today in the podcast studio, we are exposed to an emerging business model for the music industry; a non-profit record label called Horton Records. Two signed artists–music heroes Jesse Aycock and Paul Benjamin– along with founder and President; Brian Horton join the From the Chamber team to discuss a plethora of relevant topics including a very special new project, “BACK TO PARADISE: A Tulsa Tribute to Okie Music.”
Read MoreEPISODE 2 – CHAD HAILEY & STEVEN DURR
Today is an interesting and entertaining edition of “From The Chamber,” especially for any of you who are keeping up with the renovation of the historic The Church Studio, a National Landmark! Visiting us from Nashville, Chad Hailey and Steven Durr are two of the most sought-after names in acoustical design and engineering and are the masterminds behind this extraordinary historic restoration that are bringing Leon Russell’s recording studio back to life.
Read MoreBONUS: MEET THE “FROM THE CHAMBER” TEAM
We are proud to introduce the first episode of our very own podcast “From The Chamber.” Inspired by the rare and exquisite subterranean echo chambers housed beneath the legendary Church Studio. We’ll be taking a deep dive into everything music with all of your favorite recording artists, producers, engineers, and other notable music connoisseurs. Our mission is simple: to deepen our listeners’ understanding and appreciation of brilliant music and the masterful art of capturing it!
Read MoreThe Making of Leon Russell Road
I drove by The Church Studio on Third Street one morning in 2006 and found that its then-owner, musician Steve Ripley, had a hand-made “For Sale” sign stuck in…
Read MoreHistory of Shelter Records
Shelter Records was started by Leon Russell and Denny Cordell. The label operated from 1969 to 1981. The company established offices in Los Angeles and in 1972; set up in…
Read MoreRemembering Leon Russell
Leon Russell was born Claude Russell Bridges on April 2, 1942 in Lawton, Oklahoma. Leon passed away on Nov. 13, 2016 in Nashville at the age of 74. His wife…
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