• RECORDING

  

  I use a range of vintage and modern equipment to create the right sound for you. A combination of live recording and over dubs is used to keep a performance sounding like real people playing. Various live spaces and and top of the range equipment ensure the quality is always kept, ready for the mixing process.

• MIXING

  

  All mixing and editing is done with great eye for detail. Careful use of EQ’s, automation, effects and the right compression makes sure that the mix always preserves the dynamic range and impact created by the performance and arrangement. All mixes are mixed back to tape before sent to the right Mastering Engineer. Hear my examples to get an idea of what I can achieve for you.

• PRODUCTION

  

  Wether your looking for complete advise, someone to add opinions or to add that sparkle in the arrangement. My approach is really simple and by listening to your opinions, your ideas I am simpley the person to make sure you get it.

• STUDIO

  

  I am the in house Engineer at Manchester Recording studio – Cotton Mouth Studios . A mixed studio between the old and new. Steadily picking up pace and reputation for the unique space and quality of records being produces here. The concept behind the studio is to lock out the studio for the client, essentially making it your home during the whole process. See the images in the blog to see the place.

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• Acoustic
• Blues
• Experiment
• Folk
• French
• Funk
• Rock
• Ska
• Soul

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  Lauren Housley

  LAUREN HOUSLEY
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  Peter Glennie

  PETER GLENNIE
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  Turrentine Jones

  TURRENTINE JONES

  We spent three days recording with Chris down at Toast Studios. The first impressions are of a relaxed working environment, and a monster of an analogue desk! We were impressed with the attention to detail of the sound at source Chris gave. The same attention was given to the sound once the microphones were positioned. Then we recorded. A no fuss producers approach was employed by Chris, giving us the final say on takes and suggesting different recording techniques where appropriate. In no way did we ever feel that we weren’t in control of the final product. This led to a very relaxed atmosphere, which is always the best way to get the right results.

  The only difficulty we had was getting Chris to buy us a pint. All in all, an enjoyable few days and an end product we were all delighted with.
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  Baked A la ska

  BAKED A LA SKA
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  Caulbearers

  CAULBEARERS

  Chris’ approach to the recording and mixing was great. Even after very long, potentially draining sessions, he stayed focussed on what was best for the song. He was always up for experimenting and the idea of adding or trying something new, even though that usually created more work for both of us!
  It felt like a collaborative project, where both band and engineer are working towards the same goal. I’ve had some experiences in studios where your creative belief and passion for the music isn’t met or matched by the sound engineer, and it feels like its a case of just getting things done and out of the way.
  At Toast Studios it was a much more positive experience. Chris’s enthusiasm and ideas made him feel like part of the band, along with plenty of piss-taking and good laughs!
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  SR GENTS

  SR GENTS

  “We had only a short time, and difficulties with availability but Chris did us proud. It was our first recording in this band and we cheekily pushed to get 3 tracks done. He made it easy by being supportive, relaxed and offered up some great suggestions of how we could improve things we went along. More than an engineer, Chris is a great collaborator. I’d be more than hapy to record with him again in the future!”
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  Mallika

  MALLIKA

  “On our pre production meeting with Chris, it was evident that we would have a great time in the studio with him, he is a guy with great vision and great ideas, but is also cool to just let you be creative and do your thing.

  It was our first experience recording to tape and Chris was patient with us as we found our way, he is a grafter too and us kept motivated and focused throughout the sessions.

  The Kit within the studio is super yummy and it’s such a nice atmosphere and not grotty in the slightest, which always makes for a more relaxed vibe.
  The finished product of our tunes sounded crisp with a real meaty quality to the mix. Chris was sympathetic to our style and sonically some of the best ears in Manchester”
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  Greetings

  GREETINGS

  Currently in Mastering
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  The Black Knights

  THE BLACK KNIGHTS

  Toast is a GREAT setup and Chris is very good at what he does – we were in on the 13th and 14th and got two new tracks down ‘Midnight in the Mausoleum’ and another track with a working title of ‘Freakshowblues’
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  Hat Stand Medicine Band

  HAT STAND MEDICINE BAND
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  The Three Four

  THE THREE FOUR

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