That's right! My studio is located in the village of Kippax, just outside Leeds, West Yorkshire. Based in the old custodian’s flat above the working men’s club owned by the village brass band, which dates back over 200 years. A proper institution! The rent I pay supports the band and hopefully helps keep them playing music for another two centuries.

 

The studio features a fantastic sounding combined control room and live room. I have curated an eclectic mix of microphones and outboard gear, featuring the classic studio staples as well as some more boutique pieces. There is nothing better than some lovely vintage drums running through ribbon mics and buttery signal path of valves and transistors.

 

I've got a plentiful collection of guitars, basses and amps, a beautiful 88-key upright piano, vintage Wurlitzer and tons of musical toys wherever you look. Inspiration is always close to hand.