Hyde Street Studios presents...
Dog Days Jamboree feat. Otis McDonald with Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
Hyde Street Studios
https://www.hydestreet.com
Wally Heider Recording opened its doors at 245 Hyde Street in 1969. During these early years, the studio produced many monumental recordings by groups such as the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, CSNY, Santana, CCR, and many others. San Francisco in that era was truly a special place and time in music history, and studio stories from the late 60s - early 70s could fill volumes.
In 1980, Michael Ward and partners took over the facilities formerly occupied by Wally Heider Recording and started Hyde Street Studios. In the 80s and 90s, it was a hub for the emergence of the punk and hip-hop scenes, producing pivotal records by Dead Kennedys, Green Day, Tupac, Digital Underground, and others. Throughout its almost 40 year history, Hyde Street Studios has remained a top destination for major recording artists. Recent
clients include Train, Cake, Kayne West, Daughter, Bob Mould, The Head and The Heart, Mark Kozelek Sun Kil Moon, A$AP Ferg, Panama Wedding, Chuck Prophet, Melvin Seals, OneRepublic, Earth Wind & Fire, Chris Isaak, Rufus Wainwright, and others.
Over the years, the facility has been updated, but remains fundamentally unchanged and is rich in historic character. The original acoustic designs of control rooms and live rooms remain largely untouched and sound as sweet as they did in the early 70's. Hyde Street is also host to unique features you won't find at modern studios, like a functioning (and amazing-sounding) echo chamber, plate and spring reverbs, and tape vault. You can even
find a rack of vintage recording magazines from the 70s and 80s in the studio lounges. Hyde Street Studios is proud to be the longest running multi-room recording studio in the Bay Area.
Otis McDonald
https://www.otismacmusic.com
From the mind and ears of producer/multi-instrumentalist, Joe Bagale, comes a sound that is fresh but tangibly rooted in nostalgia. When taking a listen, one may recall the soul of the 60s or the funk of the 70s. Or perhaps it's pop radio from the 80s or the boom bap beats ofthe early/mid 90s. Whatever it may be, Otis McDonald is the sound of an artist who manifests a lesson in versatility and growing perspective. The production can be dense at times, yet through it's syncopated rhythms and unexpected harmony, Bagale is able to find the space that counts. Musically it's both playful and emotive, while giving listeners a sense of optimism and joy. Just because it's rooted in the blues, doesn't mean it has to have the blues. There are beats that'll make you wanna sweat on the dance floor. A thumpin' bass that inspires folks to make love. Synths, guitars and horns that'll cut through to your core, and a voice that reminds us all what it's like to be human. Combining the skills of a musician, with the power of both old and new technology, the sound of Otis McDonaldwas born, reminding us that music is a universal language that will always have a past and always have a future.
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
https://www.michaelwardmusic.com
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes is a progressive American rock band with an all-star lineup of highly sought-after musicians. Singer, songwriter, and producer Michael Ward has performed with the world class band 'Dogs and Fishes' since 2000. The band consists of drummer Prairie Prince (The Tubes, Journey, Tom Waits, XTC), guitarist Chris Von Sneidern (John Wesley Harding, Chuck Prophet), saxophonist Richard Howell (Etta James, Earth
Wind & Fire), guitarist Drew Zingg (Steely Dan, Michael McDonald), bassist Jeff Cleland (Hop Sauce, Sister Moses) and percussionist Fernando DeSanjines (Chalo Eduardo, Escola Nova). Offering a unique mixture of musical talents honed from numerous experiences and backgrounds, the group blends elements of blues and americana to create a rich instrumental interplay combined with thought-provoking, insightful lyrics. The band's rhythmic precision is the result of having played together for over two decades. A deep familiarity with the material and a fluid approach to the arrangements offer great opportunities for improvisation and interplay while faithfully presenting the songs. In all facets, they are a tour de force which is made evident by their stage presence and ability to establish profound connections with their audiences. On August 23rd, Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes will release their latest album 'Brighter Days,' featuring eight songs recorded at Hyde Street Studios. The politically-charged album contains nods to blues, classic rock, Memphis soul and above all, a hard to define but unmistakable West Coast Americana sound.
Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine
https://www.pamelaparkerrocks.com
Pamela Parker captures the San Francisco music scene, ranging from rock to gospel to R&Bto epic psychedelia. Pamela Parker sings and plays guitar and piano. Her latestalbum, The Fantastic Machine blends sultry soulful vocals with powerful rock anthems.Pamela Parker has built a new sound of her own. Her live band brings it all togetherwith dynamic stage presence and commanding vocals that can drive you, make you dance,& take you on a journey. The upcoming album, MotherSTAR, co-produced with JaimesonDurr (Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Jason Bonham), touches on some new & old sounds tocreate a luscious landscape with a wide range of surprising touchstones like ArethaFranklin, Heart, Lady Gaga, Erykah Badu, Led Zeppelin, & Funkadelic. One of Pamela's firstsolo albums, Evolutionary Process, debuted at #1 and was up for Album of the Year inCanada (Vancouver, BC). Look for the new album MotherSTAR everywhere music andvideos exist starting in March 2023!!! New sounds await you this year...
As for the past, Pamela Parker studied opera and commercial music (Recording / Producing / Composing) at Shenandoah Conservatory while simultaneously establishing herself as a performer and music producer in the Washington, D.C. area. Withher own band, she toured in the US and internationally, gaining notoriety and experience playing world funk reggae rock music. Fulfilling a dream held since the age of 10, shefinally moved to San Francisco in 2007, where she produced, engineered and released herdebut record, Beautiful Day. Working the Bay Area music scene, she quickly had her pickof top players and put together an all-star line-up. The band has opened for legendary actssuch as Heart and Big Brother & The Holding Co., and headlined festivals such as Haight-Ashbury Street Fair, Earth Day SF, Guitarfish, Gratefulfest, Folsom Street Fair, ULUV and more. The band also completed a second album, Evolutionary Process, with Pamela earning studio time working as an engineer and producer at the legendary Hyde StreetStudios in San Francisco. The band's infectious blend of rock, funk and soul touched anerve in Vancouver, British Columbia on the radio station CHLY 101.7FM, where the album debuted at #1, and was up for Album of the Year in 2013.
Pamela's relationship with Hyde Street Studios continues to blossom, as the bandrounds completion of their fourth studio album, MotherSTAR. Refining her blend ofelements, Pamela has developed a sound of her own that truly showcases a dynamicrange. In the past, her band also produced a score for an award-winning short filmcalled Love Hurts and composed custom music for commercial clients such as DiscoveryChannel, RingCentral and Verizon. Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine delivers anelectrifying and emotional live show with irresistible dance grooves, dueling guitar leadsand soulful ballads that hit home. With guitar in hand, Pamela's voice cuts right to theheart as she takes the stage to continue making the world a better place one song at a time!!!
Seal Party
https://www.sealparty.com
Seal Party is RnB and psych rock swirled together by Chris McGrew and Kevin Seal at the legendary Hyde Street Studios. Featuring the silky smooth Kevin Seal on vocals and keys, Chris McGrew on drums and production, the veteran sidemen are now center stage. Featuring guest guitarists, singers and horn players brings even more sidemen to the front. Chris McGrew & Kevin Seal began this experiment in San Francisco, in the surreal orange daylight of 2020. They found themselves with occasional access to a legendary studio: Wally's HydeOut in Hyde Street Studios. Their friends were hungry for opportunities to playmusic. And they had been writing a large batch of new songs that drew on soul harmonies,baritone melodies, and rock syncopation.
With help from multi-instrumentalist Liam Wesley Craddock, they treated each opportunity to record as a chance to throw a party. Each song was a different lineup, depending on which friends could make it. Heavy-hitter jazz players from Chicago and New York joined in too -- Chris Rob, Keyon Harrold, Isaiah Sharkey, Kenneth Whalum.
The full 16-track album arrived in late 2022. MMXXII is a true labor of love. In May and June of 2023, McGrew, Seal, & Craddock will bring this party across the central USA, joined by Spence Murray on bass and Mikey Kmiecik on guitar.
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Dog Days Jamboree feat. Otis McDonald with Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
Hyde Street Studios
https://www.hydestreet.com
Wally Heider Recording opened its doors at 245 Hyde Street in 1969. During these early years, the studio produced many monumental recordings by groups such as the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, CSNY, Santana, CCR, and many others. San Francisco in that era was truly a special place and time in music history, and studio stories from the late 60s - early 70s could fill volumes.
In 1980, Michael Ward and partners took over the facilities formerly occupied by Wally Heider Recording and started Hyde Street Studios. In the 80s and 90s, it was a hub for the emergence of the punk and hip-hop scenes, producing pivotal records by Dead Kennedys, Green Day, Tupac, Digital Underground, and others. Throughout its almost 40 year history, Hyde Street Studios has remained a top destination for major recording artists. Recent
clients include Train, Cake, Kayne West, Daughter, Bob Mould, The Head and The Heart, Mark Kozelek Sun Kil Moon, A$AP Ferg, Panama Wedding, Chuck Prophet, Melvin Seals, OneRepublic, Earth Wind & Fire, Chris Isaak, Rufus Wainwright, and others.
Over the years, the facility has been updated, but remains fundamentally unchanged and is rich in historic character. The original acoustic designs of control rooms and live rooms remain largely untouched and sound as sweet as they did in the early 70's. Hyde Street is also host to unique features you won't find at modern studios, like a functioning (and amazing-sounding) echo chamber, plate and spring reverbs, and tape vault. You can even
find a rack of vintage recording magazines from the 70s and 80s in the studio lounges. Hyde Street Studios is proud to be the longest running multi-room recording studio in the Bay Area.
Otis McDonald
https://www.otismacmusic.com
From the mind and ears of producer/multi-instrumentalist, Joe Bagale, comes a sound that is fresh but tangibly rooted in nostalgia. When taking a listen, one may recall the soul of the 60s or the funk of the 70s. Or perhaps it's pop radio from the 80s or the boom bap beats ofthe early/mid 90s. Whatever it may be, Otis McDonald is the sound of an artist who manifests a lesson in versatility and growing perspective. The production can be dense at times, yet through it's syncopated rhythms and unexpected harmony, Bagale is able to find the space that counts. Musically it's both playful and emotive, while giving listeners a sense of optimism and joy. Just because it's rooted in the blues, doesn't mean it has to have the blues. There are beats that'll make you wanna sweat on the dance floor. A thumpin' bass that inspires folks to make love. Synths, guitars and horns that'll cut through to your core, and a voice that reminds us all what it's like to be human. Combining the skills of a musician, with the power of both old and new technology, the sound of Otis McDonaldwas born, reminding us that music is a universal language that will always have a past and always have a future.
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
https://www.michaelwardmusic.com
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes is a progressive American rock band with an all-star lineup of highly sought-after musicians. Singer, songwriter, and producer Michael Ward has performed with the world class band 'Dogs and Fishes' since 2000. The band consists of drummer Prairie Prince (The Tubes, Journey, Tom Waits, XTC), guitarist Chris Von Sneidern (John Wesley Harding, Chuck Prophet), saxophonist Richard Howell (Etta James, Earth
Wind & Fire), guitarist Drew Zingg (Steely Dan, Michael McDonald), bassist Jeff Cleland (Hop Sauce, Sister Moses) and percussionist Fernando DeSanjines (Chalo Eduardo, Escola Nova). Offering a unique mixture of musical talents honed from numerous experiences and backgrounds, the group blends elements of blues and americana to create a rich instrumental interplay combined with thought-provoking, insightful lyrics. The band's rhythmic precision is the result of having played together for over two decades. A deep familiarity with the material and a fluid approach to the arrangements offer great opportunities for improvisation and interplay while faithfully presenting the songs. In all facets, they are a tour de force which is made evident by their stage presence and ability to establish profound connections with their audiences. On August 23rd, Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes will release their latest album 'Brighter Days,' featuring eight songs recorded at Hyde Street Studios. The politically-charged album contains nods to blues, classic rock, Memphis soul and above all, a hard to define but unmistakable West Coast Americana sound.
Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine
https://www.pamelaparkerrocks.com
Pamela Parker captures the San Francisco music scene, ranging from rock to gospel to R&Bto epic psychedelia. Pamela Parker sings and plays guitar and piano. Her latestalbum, The Fantastic Machine blends sultry soulful vocals with powerful rock anthems.Pamela Parker has built a new sound of her own. Her live band brings it all togetherwith dynamic stage presence and commanding vocals that can drive you, make you dance,& take you on a journey. The upcoming album, MotherSTAR, co-produced with JaimesonDurr (Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Jason Bonham), touches on some new & old sounds tocreate a luscious landscape with a wide range of surprising touchstones like ArethaFranklin, Heart, Lady Gaga, Erykah Badu, Led Zeppelin, & Funkadelic. One of Pamela's firstsolo albums, Evolutionary Process, debuted at #1 and was up for Album of the Year inCanada (Vancouver, BC). Look for the new album MotherSTAR everywhere music andvideos exist starting in March 2023!!! New sounds await you this year...
As for the past, Pamela Parker studied opera and commercial music (Recording / Producing / Composing) at Shenandoah Conservatory while simultaneously establishing herself as a performer and music producer in the Washington, D.C. area. Withher own band, she toured in the US and internationally, gaining notoriety and experience playing world funk reggae rock music. Fulfilling a dream held since the age of 10, shefinally moved to San Francisco in 2007, where she produced, engineered and released herdebut record, Beautiful Day. Working the Bay Area music scene, she quickly had her pickof top players and put together an all-star line-up. The band has opened for legendary actssuch as Heart and Big Brother & The Holding Co., and headlined festivals such as Haight-Ashbury Street Fair, Earth Day SF, Guitarfish, Gratefulfest, Folsom Street Fair, ULUV and more. The band also completed a second album, Evolutionary Process, with Pamela earning studio time working as an engineer and producer at the legendary Hyde StreetStudios in San Francisco. The band's infectious blend of rock, funk and soul touched anerve in Vancouver, British Columbia on the radio station CHLY 101.7FM, where the album debuted at #1, and was up for Album of the Year in 2013.
Pamela's relationship with Hyde Street Studios continues to blossom, as the bandrounds completion of their fourth studio album, MotherSTAR. Refining her blend ofelements, Pamela has developed a sound of her own that truly showcases a dynamicrange. In the past, her band also produced a score for an award-winning short filmcalled Love Hurts and composed custom music for commercial clients such as DiscoveryChannel, RingCentral and Verizon. Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine delivers anelectrifying and emotional live show with irresistible dance grooves, dueling guitar leadsand soulful ballads that hit home. With guitar in hand, Pamela's voice cuts right to theheart as she takes the stage to continue making the world a better place one song at a time!!!
Seal Party
https://www.sealparty.com
Seal Party is RnB and psych rock swirled together by Chris McGrew and Kevin Seal at the legendary Hyde Street Studios. Featuring the silky smooth Kevin Seal on vocals and keys, Chris McGrew on drums and production, the veteran sidemen are now center stage. Featuring guest guitarists, singers and horn players brings even more sidemen to the front. Chris McGrew & Kevin Seal began this experiment in San Francisco, in the surreal orange daylight of 2020. They found themselves with occasional access to a legendary studio: Wally's HydeOut in Hyde Street Studios. Their friends were hungry for opportunities to playmusic. And they had been writing a large batch of new songs that drew on soul harmonies,baritone melodies, and rock syncopation.
With help from multi-instrumentalist Liam Wesley Craddock, they treated each opportunity to record as a chance to throw a party. Each song was a different lineup, depending on which friends could make it. Heavy-hitter jazz players from Chicago and New York joined in too -- Chris Rob, Keyon Harrold, Isaiah Sharkey, Kenneth Whalum.
The full 16-track album arrived in late 2022. MMXXII is a true labor of love. In May and June of 2023, McGrew, Seal, & Craddock will bring this party across the central USA, joined by Spence Murray on bass and Mikey Kmiecik on guitar.
Hyde Street Studios presents...
Dog Days Jamboree feat. Otis McDonald with Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
Hyde Street Studios
https://www.hydestreet.com
Wally Heider Recording opened its doors at 245 Hyde Street in 1969. During these early years, the studio produced many monumental recordings by groups such as the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, CSNY, Santana, CCR, and many others. San Francisco in that era was truly a special place and time in music history, and studio stories from the late 60s - early 70s could fill volumes.
In 1980, Michael Ward and partners took over the facilities formerly occupied by Wally Heider Recording and started Hyde Street Studios. In the 80s and 90s, it was a hub for the emergence of the punk and hip-hop scenes, producing pivotal records by Dead Kennedys, Green Day, Tupac, Digital Underground, and others. Throughout its almost 40 year history, Hyde Street Studios has remained a top destination for major recording artists. Recent
clients include Train, Cake, Kayne West, Daughter, Bob Mould, The Head and The Heart, Mark Kozelek Sun Kil Moon, A$AP Ferg, Panama Wedding, Chuck Prophet, Melvin Seals, OneRepublic, Earth Wind & Fire, Chris Isaak, Rufus Wainwright, and others.
Over the years, the facility has been updated, but remains fundamentally unchanged and is rich in historic character. The original acoustic designs of control rooms and live rooms remain largely untouched and sound as sweet as they did in the early 70's. Hyde Street is also host to unique features you won't find at modern studios, like a functioning (and amazing-sounding) echo chamber, plate and spring reverbs, and tape vault. You can even
find a rack of vintage recording magazines from the 70s and 80s in the studio lounges. Hyde Street Studios is proud to be the longest running multi-room recording studio in the Bay Area.
Otis McDonald
https://www.otismacmusic.com
From the mind and ears of producer/multi-instrumentalist, Joe Bagale, comes a sound that is fresh but tangibly rooted in nostalgia. When taking a listen, one may recall the soul of the 60s or the funk of the 70s. Or perhaps it's pop radio from the 80s or the boom bap beats ofthe early/mid 90s. Whatever it may be, Otis McDonald is the sound of an artist who manifests a lesson in versatility and growing perspective. The production can be dense at times, yet through it's syncopated rhythms and unexpected harmony, Bagale is able to find the space that counts. Musically it's both playful and emotive, while giving listeners a sense of optimism and joy. Just because it's rooted in the blues, doesn't mean it has to have the blues. There are beats that'll make you wanna sweat on the dance floor. A thumpin' bass that inspires folks to make love. Synths, guitars and horns that'll cut through to your core, and a voice that reminds us all what it's like to be human. Combining the skills of a musician, with the power of both old and new technology, the sound of Otis McDonaldwas born, reminding us that music is a universal language that will always have a past and always have a future.
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
https://www.michaelwardmusic.com
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes is a progressive American rock band with an all-star lineup of highly sought-after musicians. Singer, songwriter, and producer Michael Ward has performed with the world class band 'Dogs and Fishes' since 2000. The band consists of drummer Prairie Prince (The Tubes, Journey, Tom Waits, XTC), guitarist Chris Von Sneidern (John Wesley Harding, Chuck Prophet), saxophonist Richard Howell (Etta James, Earth
Wind & Fire), guitarist Drew Zingg (Steely Dan, Michael McDonald), bassist Jeff Cleland (Hop Sauce, Sister Moses) and percussionist Fernando DeSanjines (Chalo Eduardo, Escola Nova). Offering a unique mixture of musical talents honed from numerous experiences and backgrounds, the group blends elements of blues and americana to create a rich instrumental interplay combined with thought-provoking, insightful lyrics. The band's rhythmic precision is the result of having played together for over two decades. A deep familiarity with the material and a fluid approach to the arrangements offer great opportunities for improvisation and interplay while faithfully presenting the songs. In all facets, they are a tour de force which is made evident by their stage presence and ability to establish profound connections with their audiences. On August 23rd, Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes will release their latest album 'Brighter Days,' featuring eight songs recorded at Hyde Street Studios. The politically-charged album contains nods to blues, classic rock, Memphis soul and above all, a hard to define but unmistakable West Coast Americana sound.
Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine
https://www.pamelaparkerrocks.com
Pamela Parker captures the San Francisco music scene, ranging from rock to gospel to R&Bto epic psychedelia. Pamela Parker sings and plays guitar and piano. Her latestalbum, The Fantastic Machine blends sultry soulful vocals with powerful rock anthems.Pamela Parker has built a new sound of her own. Her live band brings it all togetherwith dynamic stage presence and commanding vocals that can drive you, make you dance,& take you on a journey. The upcoming album, MotherSTAR, co-produced with JaimesonDurr (Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Jason Bonham), touches on some new & old sounds tocreate a luscious landscape with a wide range of surprising touchstones like ArethaFranklin, Heart, Lady Gaga, Erykah Badu, Led Zeppelin, & Funkadelic. One of Pamela's firstsolo albums, Evolutionary Process, debuted at #1 and was up for Album of the Year inCanada (Vancouver, BC). Look for the new album MotherSTAR everywhere music andvideos exist starting in March 2023!!! New sounds await you this year...
As for the past, Pamela Parker studied opera and commercial music (Recording / Producing / Composing) at Shenandoah Conservatory while simultaneously establishing herself as a performer and music producer in the Washington, D.C. area. Withher own band, she toured in the US and internationally, gaining notoriety and experience playing world funk reggae rock music. Fulfilling a dream held since the age of 10, shefinally moved to San Francisco in 2007, where she produced, engineered and released herdebut record, Beautiful Day. Working the Bay Area music scene, she quickly had her pickof top players and put together an all-star line-up. The band has opened for legendary actssuch as Heart and Big Brother & The Holding Co., and headlined festivals such as Haight-Ashbury Street Fair, Earth Day SF, Guitarfish, Gratefulfest, Folsom Street Fair, ULUV and more. The band also completed a second album, Evolutionary Process, with Pamela earning studio time working as an engineer and producer at the legendary Hyde StreetStudios in San Francisco. The band's infectious blend of rock, funk and soul touched anerve in Vancouver, British Columbia on the radio station CHLY 101.7FM, where the album debuted at #1, and was up for Album of the Year in 2013.
Pamela's relationship with Hyde Street Studios continues to blossom, as the bandrounds completion of their fourth studio album, MotherSTAR. Refining her blend ofelements, Pamela has developed a sound of her own that truly showcases a dynamicrange. In the past, her band also produced a score for an award-winning short filmcalled Love Hurts and composed custom music for commercial clients such as DiscoveryChannel, RingCentral and Verizon. Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine delivers anelectrifying and emotional live show with irresistible dance grooves, dueling guitar leadsand soulful ballads that hit home. With guitar in hand, Pamela's voice cuts right to theheart as she takes the stage to continue making the world a better place one song at a time!!!
Seal Party
https://www.sealparty.com
Seal Party is RnB and psych rock swirled together by Chris McGrew and Kevin Seal at the legendary Hyde Street Studios. Featuring the silky smooth Kevin Seal on vocals and keys, Chris McGrew on drums and production, the veteran sidemen are now center stage. Featuring guest guitarists, singers and horn players brings even more sidemen to the front. Chris McGrew & Kevin Seal began this experiment in San Francisco, in the surreal orange daylight of 2020. They found themselves with occasional access to a legendary studio: Wally's HydeOut in Hyde Street Studios. Their friends were hungry for opportunities to playmusic. And they had been writing a large batch of new songs that drew on soul harmonies,baritone melodies, and rock syncopation.
With help from multi-instrumentalist Liam Wesley Craddock, they treated each opportunity to record as a chance to throw a party. Each song was a different lineup, depending on which friends could make it. Heavy-hitter jazz players from Chicago and New York joined in too -- Chris Rob, Keyon Harrold, Isaiah Sharkey, Kenneth Whalum.
The full 16-track album arrived in late 2022. MMXXII is a true labor of love. In May and June of 2023, McGrew, Seal, & Craddock will bring this party across the central USA, joined by Spence Murray on bass and Mikey Kmiecik on guitar.
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Dog Days Jamboree feat. Otis McDonald with Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
Hyde Street Studios
https://www.hydestreet.com
Wally Heider Recording opened its doors at 245 Hyde Street in 1969. During these early years, the studio produced many monumental recordings by groups such as the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, CSNY, Santana, CCR, and many others. San Francisco in that era was truly a special place and time in music history, and studio stories from the late 60s - early 70s could fill volumes.
In 1980, Michael Ward and partners took over the facilities formerly occupied by Wally Heider Recording and started Hyde Street Studios. In the 80s and 90s, it was a hub for the emergence of the punk and hip-hop scenes, producing pivotal records by Dead Kennedys, Green Day, Tupac, Digital Underground, and others. Throughout its almost 40 year history, Hyde Street Studios has remained a top destination for major recording artists. Recent
clients include Train, Cake, Kayne West, Daughter, Bob Mould, The Head and The Heart, Mark Kozelek Sun Kil Moon, A$AP Ferg, Panama Wedding, Chuck Prophet, Melvin Seals, OneRepublic, Earth Wind & Fire, Chris Isaak, Rufus Wainwright, and others.
Over the years, the facility has been updated, but remains fundamentally unchanged and is rich in historic character. The original acoustic designs of control rooms and live rooms remain largely untouched and sound as sweet as they did in the early 70's. Hyde Street is also host to unique features you won't find at modern studios, like a functioning (and amazing-sounding) echo chamber, plate and spring reverbs, and tape vault. You can even
find a rack of vintage recording magazines from the 70s and 80s in the studio lounges. Hyde Street Studios is proud to be the longest running multi-room recording studio in the Bay Area.
Otis McDonald
https://www.otismacmusic.com
From the mind and ears of producer/multi-instrumentalist, Joe Bagale, comes a sound that is fresh but tangibly rooted in nostalgia. When taking a listen, one may recall the soul of the 60s or the funk of the 70s. Or perhaps it's pop radio from the 80s or the boom bap beats ofthe early/mid 90s. Whatever it may be, Otis McDonald is the sound of an artist who manifests a lesson in versatility and growing perspective. The production can be dense at times, yet through it's syncopated rhythms and unexpected harmony, Bagale is able to find the space that counts. Musically it's both playful and emotive, while giving listeners a sense of optimism and joy. Just because it's rooted in the blues, doesn't mean it has to have the blues. There are beats that'll make you wanna sweat on the dance floor. A thumpin' bass that inspires folks to make love. Synths, guitars and horns that'll cut through to your core, and a voice that reminds us all what it's like to be human. Combining the skills of a musician, with the power of both old and new technology, the sound of Otis McDonaldwas born, reminding us that music is a universal language that will always have a past and always have a future.
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes
https://www.michaelwardmusic.com
Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes is a progressive American rock band with an all-star lineup of highly sought-after musicians. Singer, songwriter, and producer Michael Ward has performed with the world class band 'Dogs and Fishes' since 2000. The band consists of drummer Prairie Prince (The Tubes, Journey, Tom Waits, XTC), guitarist Chris Von Sneidern (John Wesley Harding, Chuck Prophet), saxophonist Richard Howell (Etta James, Earth
Wind & Fire), guitarist Drew Zingg (Steely Dan, Michael McDonald), bassist Jeff Cleland (Hop Sauce, Sister Moses) and percussionist Fernando DeSanjines (Chalo Eduardo, Escola Nova). Offering a unique mixture of musical talents honed from numerous experiences and backgrounds, the group blends elements of blues and americana to create a rich instrumental interplay combined with thought-provoking, insightful lyrics. The band's rhythmic precision is the result of having played together for over two decades. A deep familiarity with the material and a fluid approach to the arrangements offer great opportunities for improvisation and interplay while faithfully presenting the songs. In all facets, they are a tour de force which is made evident by their stage presence and ability to establish profound connections with their audiences. On August 23rd, Michael Ward with Dogs and Fishes will release their latest album 'Brighter Days,' featuring eight songs recorded at Hyde Street Studios. The politically-charged album contains nods to blues, classic rock, Memphis soul and above all, a hard to define but unmistakable West Coast Americana sound.
Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine
https://www.pamelaparkerrocks.com
Pamela Parker captures the San Francisco music scene, ranging from rock to gospel to R&Bto epic psychedelia. Pamela Parker sings and plays guitar and piano. Her latestalbum, The Fantastic Machine blends sultry soulful vocals with powerful rock anthems.Pamela Parker has built a new sound of her own. Her live band brings it all togetherwith dynamic stage presence and commanding vocals that can drive you, make you dance,& take you on a journey. The upcoming album, MotherSTAR, co-produced with JaimesonDurr (Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Jason Bonham), touches on some new & old sounds tocreate a luscious landscape with a wide range of surprising touchstones like ArethaFranklin, Heart, Lady Gaga, Erykah Badu, Led Zeppelin, & Funkadelic. One of Pamela's firstsolo albums, Evolutionary Process, debuted at #1 and was up for Album of the Year inCanada (Vancouver, BC). Look for the new album MotherSTAR everywhere music andvideos exist starting in March 2023!!! New sounds await you this year...
As for the past, Pamela Parker studied opera and commercial music (Recording / Producing / Composing) at Shenandoah Conservatory while simultaneously establishing herself as a performer and music producer in the Washington, D.C. area. Withher own band, she toured in the US and internationally, gaining notoriety and experience playing world funk reggae rock music. Fulfilling a dream held since the age of 10, shefinally moved to San Francisco in 2007, where she produced, engineered and released herdebut record, Beautiful Day. Working the Bay Area music scene, she quickly had her pickof top players and put together an all-star line-up. The band has opened for legendary actssuch as Heart and Big Brother & The Holding Co., and headlined festivals such as Haight-Ashbury Street Fair, Earth Day SF, Guitarfish, Gratefulfest, Folsom Street Fair, ULUV and more. The band also completed a second album, Evolutionary Process, with Pamela earning studio time working as an engineer and producer at the legendary Hyde StreetStudios in San Francisco. The band's infectious blend of rock, funk and soul touched anerve in Vancouver, British Columbia on the radio station CHLY 101.7FM, where the album debuted at #1, and was up for Album of the Year in 2013.
Pamela's relationship with Hyde Street Studios continues to blossom, as the bandrounds completion of their fourth studio album, MotherSTAR. Refining her blend ofelements, Pamela has developed a sound of her own that truly showcases a dynamicrange. In the past, her band also produced a score for an award-winning short filmcalled Love Hurts and composed custom music for commercial clients such as DiscoveryChannel, RingCentral and Verizon. Pamela Parker's Fantastic Machine delivers anelectrifying and emotional live show with irresistible dance grooves, dueling guitar leadsand soulful ballads that hit home. With guitar in hand, Pamela's voice cuts right to theheart as she takes the stage to continue making the world a better place one song at a time!!!
Seal Party
https://www.sealparty.com
Seal Party is RnB and psych rock swirled together by Chris McGrew and Kevin Seal at the legendary Hyde Street Studios. Featuring the silky smooth Kevin Seal on vocals and keys, Chris McGrew on drums and production, the veteran sidemen are now center stage. Featuring guest guitarists, singers and horn players brings even more sidemen to the front. Chris McGrew & Kevin Seal began this experiment in San Francisco, in the surreal orange daylight of 2020. They found themselves with occasional access to a legendary studio: Wally's HydeOut in Hyde Street Studios. Their friends were hungry for opportunities to playmusic. And they had been writing a large batch of new songs that drew on soul harmonies,baritone melodies, and rock syncopation.
With help from multi-instrumentalist Liam Wesley Craddock, they treated each opportunity to record as a chance to throw a party. Each song was a different lineup, depending on which friends could make it. Heavy-hitter jazz players from Chicago and New York joined in too -- Chris Rob, Keyon Harrold, Isaiah Sharkey, Kenneth Whalum.
The full 16-track album arrived in late 2022. MMXXII is a true labor of love. In May and June of 2023, McGrew, Seal, & Craddock will bring this party across the central USA, joined by Spence Murray on bass and Mikey Kmiecik on guitar.
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859 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
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