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Blue May stands in front of the 1970s API 48-Channel Split record/ monitor console inside London’s RAK Studio 1 during a string session with engineer Ben Baptie seated at the Pro Tools station. Photo: Courtesy of Blue May.

Capturing The Vibe of Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl’ – Part 3

By Lily Moayeri ⋅ Published: 02/11/2026

Producer Blue May brings in an A-team of talent for a five-week blitz—from songwriting to recording to final mix—in creating the raw, unapologetic sound...

Mike Campbell gets ready for another take inside his Hocus Pocus studio. PHOTO: Chris Phelps.

Facilities

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Capture ‘Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits’ – Part One

By Robyn Flans ⋅ Published: 10/16/2024 ⋅ Updated: 10/17/2024

The former Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist hits his stride with the new third album by Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs.

Blog

Mix Blog: Clarence Kane 1926 – 2024

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Published: 04/12/2024

Remembering Clarence Kane, who showed countless valuable, vintage microphones some TLC to keep them running for decades to come.

The Wire

Vintage Crystal Studio Gear Being Sold by Roy Bittan on ANALOGr

By David Goggin communication arcs ⋅ Published: 10/12/2023

Vintage Crystal Studio Gear Being Sold by Roy Bittan on ANALOGr Roy Bittan is seen with the historic Crystal Studios mic pre/EQ modules. Global...