| PLEASE SCROLL DOWN Below are just some of the Artists who have recorded with us (unfortunately, time doesn't permit us to include everybody). If you'd like to contact any of them, please get in touch and we'll pass on any messages.
FATHER HEN spent a very productive weekend with us and put down 7 live tracks of their own material ... wicked stuff. They'll be back soon for some final tweeks and hopefully will return again with their next bundle of songs. For their opinion of The Hideout click HERE. Thanks guys.
STEVE ELLIS, the legendary voice behind The Love Affair who had a string of hits in the 60's & 70's came up from Brighton to put down 3 tracks with us. The new AMEN CORNER provided the instrumentation. We had a fantastic 3 days with these guys and hardly stopped laughing. Steve was pleased with the tracks and the band are all keen to work with us again. To read Steve's comments about his Hideout experience click HERE and for more info about the documentary he's working on which will feature The Hideout, visit our "Latest news" section HERE. For more pics of the band click HERE.
Local girl OLIVIA popped in to record a track with us and blew us away. This tiny little star has a voice like a freight train... big and powerful that is. She got right down into it and finished the track before we'd had time for a cuppa. Fantastic. JACK MITCHELL continues to be a regular visitor to The Hideout, working hard on his new album. There's some pics of Jack scattered around the site and we'll be putting some sample songs up when he's done.
Solo artist STEVE O has been in to record his second album. His voice is simply fantastic and we can highly recommend him without hesitation for any function gigs such as weddings or corporate work. You can contact him at steveosings@hotmail.co.uk or his mobile is 07787374118 You can't go wrong.
The seven District Councils in Northamptonshire have held a competition called "Soundbite" to promote NOISE ACTION WEEK. The councils acted together asking schools and youth groups to compose a 30-second sound bite with a noise awareness message. The winning team were Charlie Barry and Adam Chapman of the 8th Rushden Scout Group. Charlie and Adam enjoyed their prize of studio time at the Hideout to record their jingle, making full use of our facilities between takes... namely the playstation in our chill-out area and getting in some practice on a couple of vacant drum kits. Well done guys... don't forget us when you're superstars! (Photos coming soon)
Thanks to SECTION SEVENTY NINE who came in to record a 5 track demo with us. Jon was kind enough to email us the next day.... you can read it on our comments page Cheers guys, look forward to seeing you all again soon.
FUNDTHEMENTAL from the Rushden area have been busy recording their own brand of brilliant covers, giving them their own "punky" trademark. Great musicians and probably the best laugh we've had with a band. If you can get to one of their gigs you'll love 'em.
THE MARZ have been visiting us for practice sessions and are looking to record with us in the future. Visit their Webby at: THE MARZ See their thoughts on the practice room here.
FRISKY BISON came in to record a five track demo with us. All local lads who also practice at the Hideout. For pics of the band click HERE
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What can we say about Phase 4.....? Well, this is how a band should be. Great bunch of guys, each and every one and definitely one of the coolest band we've had in so far. We had the pleasure of their company for a week, to record their new demo. The Hideout team have made 7 new good mates, and we wish them all the success they deserve (which would make them HUGE!!) Good luck guys. Their myspace is HERE Some photos of their time at the Hideout are HERE, and there are kind comments they sent to Ash on his myspace page. Rachel of RVOX ROX came in to lay some vocals on a couple of tracks. One of the most pleasant days we've had out here at the Hideout, very much looking forward to working with her again. For a couple of pics click HERE.
FOUR ON THE FLOOR based in Coalville came along to put down a rockin' track they've written themselves called: "Forget about him" Always good to have a talented young band in. Zak emailed to say: "Hey Guys, just mailing to say thank you for yesterday and it was a pleasure recording with you guys." For pics of the band click HERE and their Myspace is HERE
A warm welcome to our youngest star, 6 year old LUCY. She came in and recorded her version of "American Idiot". A right little rocker this one. Backing track supplied by Ash our engineer. Here's a couple of PHOTOS... just to prove that when she's rich and famous...we found her first!
Had a nice day with MARLENE PACKWOOD who booked in to record her album of self-written songs.We did 5 tracks and Marlene has re-booked for another visit to put down another 5 tracks to complete the project. Marlene kindly emailed the next day to say: "Thanks for a great day yesterday and for being so helpful". Cheers Marlene, looking forward to having you back. For some pics click HERE Check out Marlene's MYSPACE
Had a great day with "THE TRASH". They belted out 5 classic rockin' tracks for a promotional CD. They enjoyed the day and are considering using our live room for band rehearsals. We received a really nice email the following day: "Hello Graham and Ash, Cheers guys... and don't forget to do that video with us sometime ... you guys were born for it! The Trash Myspace For some photos of the band click HERE
Well it looks like we're on a roll here... yet another outstanding vocalist (see "88" below). Marykate booked into the Hideout and put down 5 tracks with us, which for us was an absolute priviledge. Fantastic. For a couple of pics of the day click HERE. Marykate is currently looking for a band... somebody's gonna get killed in the rush. Contact us if you're interested and we'll pass on your details. To listen to a sample of the tracks click HERE. Her husband John emailed to say "I would just like to say that we had a great day, thanks again for all the work you did" Ash and Marykate plan to work on some material together in the near future.
Now this "Artists" bit is just to give you an idea of some of the bands who pass through and the kind of work we do. We wouldn't normally pass comment on anyone's abilities.... but for the duo "88" we have to make an exception. All we can say is, if there was any justice, they would be recording at Abbey Road instead of in the sticks with us. Simply top class. The girls put down 7 vocal tracks, all note-perfect. We shot some video while they were here, and registered a domain name for a new website we'll be doing for them. Keep an eye out for "88"!! For some stills from the video click HERE
Very pleased to have "The Shamlas" round, what a really nice bunch, we all had a very pleasant day and our studio just about managed to accommodate all 8 of them! They whacked out 11 tracks which kept Ash on his toes, and we've finished them off with a medley of 20-second bursts of each for their website. Robin emailed to say:.. "Hi guys. Just to thank you and ash for your efforts on Saturday. We all had a great time and were impressed with your set up, bed manner, coffee etc. Im sure we will use you again and will certainly sing your praises to any one who asks." Cheers Rob, look forward to seeing you all again. For some pics of the band on the day click HERE and for some You tube videos click HERE
Check out our "resident band!" MUCKY FINGERS. Ugly as sin the lot of em and that's when they're sober. Rehearsing up at the studio in the live room on a regular basis, they will be recording here as soon as they've managed to get their heads round a song. God help us. "AIR 19" are two local young ladies (Aimee & Irene) who came up to the studio to record "Walking in the Air" (the snowman song). For some pics of the day click HERE. The girls sang really well, pretty much bang on first time, which always helps. Ash created and produced all the music for it and we're now in the process of making a video to go with it. Aimee's dad said "Thank you so much for doing the CD, absolutely brilliant, the girls are absolutely over the moon with it, really appreciate it". Hope we can keep them over the moon... might be useful for the video.... You can listen to a sample of the track HERE or the whole track is on their website www.air19.co.uk
Thanks to "THE INSPIRED" for recording 5 cover tracks with us. The guys recorded the songs playing together in one take for a live feel with vocals dubbed afterwards. Good time had by all. "Jonse" who plays bass said.... "Thanks, you were both brill, and we'll definately come again" .... Cheers Jonse! For some pics of the band, CLICK HERE
We recently had the pleasure of recording a few tracks with West End opera singer MARIA BURTON. After the session Maria kindly emailed the following: "Hi, thankyou so much. I was thrilled with what I came home with and what we achieved in the time. Good luck with the studio, you've got a great thing going there and I'd love to do more if need be. Thanks for being so accomodating. Best wishes, Maria". All the best Maria, hope to see you again soon at the Hideout.
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