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A look inside Grammy-winning producer and mixer Greg Collins’ recording studio, “The Nook”

Bob — Wed, 04 May 2011 22:19:18 +0000

Brightman Music has posted an in-depth look inside Greg Collins‘ recording studio, The Nook. Click here to read more about the studio, download the updated equipment list and see new photos of the world-class tracking and mixing room.

Mark Needham Mixed Forthcoming O.A.R. Album

Bob — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:01:19 +0000

Mark Needham mixed tracks for O.A.R.‘s 7th studio album which will see a release later this year. Mark also worked with the O.A.R. on their 2008 album All Sides, which was released through Everfine/Lava/Atlantic Records.

Greg Collins Co-Producing New KISS Album

Bob — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 08:17:16 +0000

Producer Greg Collins is currently in the studio with legendary rock band KISS co-producing their 20th studio album with frontman Paul Stanley. Greg also co-produced KISS’ 2009 album, Sonic Boom, which was heralded by both fans and critics as a triumphant return to their classic 70′s rock and roll sound.

Kato Khandwala has #1 radio single in Spain with Blondie

Bob — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:41:20 +0000

Kato Khandwala produced and co-wrote songs from Blondie‘s new album Panic Of Girls, which includes the single “Mother” which recently went to #1 in Spain. A UK release date for Panic Of Girls has been set for June 1st and news about the US release should be announced shortly.

Mark Neill Produces GRAMMY Winning Black Keys Brothers Album

Bob — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:09:22 +0000

We are pleased to announce the addition of producer/engineer Mark Neill to the Brightman Music family. Mark Co-Produced and Engineered the RIAA Gold Certified album Brothers from The Black Keys, which recently won 2 GRAMMYs for Best Alternative Music Album and Best Rock Performance By a Duo or Group with Vocals. Read more about Mark working with The Black Keys here and learn more about his current and past projects on his official producer page.

Dave Cobb Co-Produces Gold Selling Jamey Johnson LP

Bob — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 02:53:45 +0000

The RIAA has officially certified the Jamey Johnson 25 song double album The Guitar Song as Gold. Dave Cobb co-produced tracks from the effort and was also involved in Jamey’s prior gold selling record That Lonesome Song. Click here to read the official press release from label Universal Music Group Nashville.

Jeff Johnson co-wrote and produced tracks for Juno nominee Faber Drive

Bob — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:06:55 +0000

Brightman Music client Jeff Johnson co-wrote and produced tracks on the latest album “Can’T keEp A SecrEt” from Canadian Pop-Punk band Faber Drive. The album is now a Juno-nominated candidate for Pop Album Of The Year; the awards take place from March 21-27, 2011 in Toronto.

Greg Collins Producing Tracks With Michael Penn

Bob — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 23:14:01 +0000

Greg Collins is currently producing tracks with Michael Penn for the new Sweet Relief compilation, including a duet featuring Michael and Aimee Mann. Sweet Relief is a charitable organization founded by Victoria Wiliams which helps provide medical care and assistance for musicians in need. For more information on Sweet Relief charity, visit www.sweetrelief.org

Geoff Rockwell Update

Bob — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:18:08 +0000

Brightman Music client Geoff Rockwell has been busy as of late with multiple projects including work on new albums from Forever The Sickest Kids and Crystal Bowersox. The new album from Forever The Sickest Kids will be released on 03.01.2011 through Universal Records. Geoff worked on the production of 2 songs, wrote one of the tracks and was closely involved in production with David Bendeth. See other works from Geoff’s discography on his client page here.

Greg Collins In The Studio With No Doubt

Bob — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:54:47 +0000

Grammy-winning Brightman Music client Greg Collins is currently working with No Doubt on their first album of all-new material since 2001′s Rock Steady. The band has been busy posting exclusive photos from the studio on Twitter which can be seen here. Check back soon for more updates!

Mark Needham Mixes New Ronan Keating Album | Platinum Sales

Bob — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 08:08:01 +0000

Ronan Keating‘s new album ‘Duet” has officially reached Platinum (ARIA charts) for Universal Australia and is one of the 3 biggest Christmas albums of the year. In New Zealand sales are now past platinum and ‘Duet” is #2 on the NZ charts. Ronan’s new album was mixed by Brightman Music client Mark Needham.

Bands We Like!: Girl In A Coma

Bob — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 19:36:44 +0000

Brightman Music client Greg Collins recently produced and mixed Girl In A Coma‘s “Adventures In Coverland” album for Blackheart Records. The all-female, Texas punk-rockers have been drawing high praise from critics for their inspired reinvention of classics by Richie Valenz, David Bowie and The Beatles.

This month, Esquire Magazine rated their sonically experimental cover of Joy Division‘s “Transmission” number-one on their list of “Best songs of 2010 that you probably didn’t hear”

Click HERE to watch a video of Greg and the Girls working on Transmission in his studio.

Dave Cobb Receives 2 GRAMMY Nominations

Bob — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 22:23:58 +0000

The GRAMMY Award nominations for 2011 are in and Jamey Johnson‘s latest album The Guitar Song has received 2 nods including Best Country Album. Tracks from The Guitar Song were Co-Produced by Brightman Music client Dave Cobb and can be purchased on iTunes.

Geoff Rockwell Produces New Music For These Kids Wear Crowns

Bob — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:31:28 +0000

Brightman Music client Geoff Rockwell recently produced tracks for Canadian band These Kids Wear Crowns including the new hit single “Break It Up”. The song is picking up steam and is now #18 on the Canadian Top 40 Charts.

The EP was mixed by Mark Needham and can be purchased on iTunes (Canada only).

Mark Needham Mixes The Sounds

Bob — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:32:33 +0000

Brightman Music client Mark Needham recently worked with Sweedish band The Sounds on their to be announced new album. Formed in 1999, The Sounds have made a strong impact in the music scene with their 3 previously released records. Check back soon for additional details and where to hear new music from the band.