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In The Studio: Summer 2023

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Old friends and new have been visiting, tracking, mixing and rocking (Tony Goddess, Dave Minehan of Woolly Mammoth Sound, and Willie ‘Loco’ Alexander, above).

New Releases

Here’s a list of new releases that we’re lucky to have been working on and listening to at Bang-A-Song.

In The Studio

Working hard day by day to get to the New Releases section next time around are: Jon Butcher, Sister Kathy, U-Ey at the Buoy, Mexican Ape Lord, John Jerome, Paulzon Fire, Telamor, Sal Baglio, KBMG, Hannah Smalltree, Willie Alexander, Joe Wilkins, Jim Coyle, Senior Moment, Tim Shannon, Steve Lacey, Phoebe Potts, Arlen Ginsberg, The LeBarons.

In The Studio: Spring 2023

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2023 has been booked wall-to-wall at Bang-A-Song. Spring is the season of change, so if you’ve been in the studio, you know there is change afoot here, too.  But one thing remains the same: we’ve got new releases to tell you about that knock us out.

John Jerome: Sunday Morning Sunrise

You’ve been waiting for another full length from The Island Cowboy since his self-titled LP came out, and he’s been teasing you with singles (I’m On My Way to Somewhere, It’s Only A Day) but May 11th, 2023 is not only a day, it’s Sunday Morning Sunrise release day, so listen up, now! (Spotify)

Joshua English: Outlaw Adjacent

Josh English’s fifth full length release (recorded at Bang A Song back in December) is called ‘Outlaw Adjacent’ and two singles have hit the street in advance of the full release date on June 2nd: Great Like Ghosts and Mr. Right Now.  If you’re impatient for more, Josh will be in our neighborhood with Attempt Survivors at O’Briens next Saturday night 5/20 (Allston).  I can confirm that on my Spotify rotation, Josh IS Mr. Right Now.

Chelsea Berry: My Heart

When your single has a “Foundation Joy” version, you know it’s got…heart. And Chelsea Berry has heart…all day. Her new single ‘My Heart’ is out on all platforms now, and you can give a listen on BandCamp right now.

George Hall & Friends: You Kill Me

George Hall knows when to deliver the garage rock single for just the right moment, and here it is: You Kill Me.  Recorded at Bang A Song and accompanied by a killer/hilarious video, check it out.  George does not have idle hands.

Benji: How To Move

You only need one single when your single is this propulsive.

Telamor: Monthly Singles Series

Who’s putting out more music than Telamor?  The answer is…no one. Sometimes they double up and put two singles out each month.   Not only is Telamor ready for Friday Crazy Night, they’ve got enough music to keep you bopping for ANOTHER Friday Crazy Night. Check out the latest below:

In The Studio:

Hawkes Burnham Robinson @ Bang-A-Song

Steve Lacey, Jim Coyle, Jon Butcher, Willie Alexander, Sal Baglio, Telamor, Mexican Ape Lord, Chris Fitz Grice, Uey At The Buoy, Kim Blisard, Greg Hawkes, Senior Moment, Arlen Ginsburg, Stop Calling Me Frank, Corey Wrinn, Chelsea Berry,  Joe Wilkins, John Jerome, Luke Conlin, Dan Colbert, Hannah Smalltree, Cream, Wood & Bone, Sister Kathy, Paulzon Fire, Second Balcony Jump, Bobby Cardoza, What Time Is It Mr. Fox

In The Studio/New Releases: Summer 2016

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Dear Y’all,

Well, it’s been awhile but that’s summer in Gloucester….if we’re not in the studio cutting tracks were on the water kicking back….no extra computer time allowed!  Still feels like summah here today but enough time has passed I think I ought to update….

Not surprisingly, there are some great albums that have had their toes in the Bang-A-Song pool for even just a little bit. (And even if their toes weren’t here recently, we’re still happy to push these great recordings. Here are some of the latest:

3rd Annual Bang-A-Song Holiday Jam

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Tony at the BoardPlease join us Monday, December 21st from 6pm-9pm for the 3rd Annual Bang-A-Song Holiday Jam at Bang A Song Studios in Gloucester.

We’ll have pizza and beer, instruments and amplifiers. Come perform your best version of “Jingle Bells in Dub”, “Christmas with the Martians” or “Santa’s Got an Airplane”!

Here’s the Facebook Invite with all the details.

After 9pm we’ll head to the The Rhumb Line for Monday Night OPEN JAM to continue the merry making.

Please help us get a head count by RSVP’ing via Facebook or via email to tony@bangasong.com.

Please forward this to other musicians and email tony@bangasong.com or warren@bangasong.com to book a session in the new year.

Best,
Tony & Warren
Bang-A-Song
www.bangasong.com

(photo by Louise Welch)

New Releases from Bang-A-Song: November 2014

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Here’s a list of recent albums that we’ve had the pleasure of working on at Bang-A-Song.  Click the name of the artist to read more about the artist, or click the name of the album to download or purchase the album.

Telamor:  Valentine to the Future and Straight Shots
Willie Loco Alexander and the Raztones:  Raztonia Volume 1
Mara Bettencourt:  Eclectic Soul
Jon Butcher Axis:  Experienced
The Instinct:  Fake It
Anna Rae:  High Stakes
Alien Psychology: Alien Psychology on Sound Cloud
Renee and Joe:  Steal You Flowers
Kenny Chambers and Electric Ears: Someday You’ll Be King

valentine to the futurestraight shotsraztoniamara bettencourt eclectic soulTHEINSTINCTFAKEITanna rae high stakes renee and joe steal you flowers someday you'll be kingelectric candyland

And although it wasn’t recorded at Bang-A-Song, it was recorded *impeccably* by Ed Valauskas at Q Division, and Sam and Tony are sprinkled throughout, so…a big shoutout for “Electric Candyland” from Jenny Dee and the Deelinquents.  The album smokes, the bonus tracks that accompany it will rock your socks off (and be familiar to anyone who’s seen the Dees live), and there are even some glam new tees at Dee Store.

Tonight: Bang-A-Song Holiday Party

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We’re inaugurating a new tradition at Bang-A-Song: a party.  A holiday party. It’s tonight, Monday, December 16th from 6pm-9pm. If you’ve never been inside a recording studio, or if you’re more than familiar with the nooks and crannies of the live room, come celebrate the season with us.12162013PartyFlyer [Facebook Event]

In The Studio: December 2013

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Tom Hauck is continuing to evolve into a one man band.  Litehouse are finishing their three latest audio transmissions.  Safety are breaking in a new member in Studio B.  Bang-A-Song is hosting a holiday soiree.  Rob Garfield is wrapping up his next A/B side. Anna Rae’s 5 next song ep will be completed.

Jen Morrison: Bang-A-Song Staff Engineer

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It’s official!  Jen Morrison is Bang-A-Song’s first staff engineer.  After spending the final months of 2012 assisting on the upcoming Jon Butcher Axis release Jen has tweaked the lights and adjusted the mics and has spent the first quarter of 2013 running sessions for just about everyone listed below (In The Studio: April 2013).  She’s a welcome addition to the studio:   her spirit and skills….not just her vintage Wurlitzer, Tech 21 di/driver, and sweet JMS Martin acoustic.

Wednesday December 7th: Vocal Therapy Class

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Bang-A-Song will be hosting Jennifer Winston of Beverly’s Speech Therapy Group at the studio for a vocal health class on Wednesday night starting at 7pm. Bang-A-Song is located at 72 Rogers Street/183 Main Street in Gloucester. The class, aimed at musicians and singers, will cover your voice, how it’s supposed to work, how to keep it healthy, and what to do if you’re worried you’re not taking care of it properly. Come on down and learn a little.