JAN 2010 UPDATE...BIG UPGRADES, BIG NEWS, BIG FUN....

Happy 2010!

LauD Productions had an interesting 2009. Even though things were tight everywhere, we still managed to stay busy and even do some major upgrades. Also please welcome our new partner & studio manager Jamie Doyen.

We started by upgrading our entire recording system to a Mac Pro Quad, Pro Tools 8, HD-2 system.

In addition to the new recording rig, we have installed a new custom power supply for our Trident Console. Custom built by Creation Audio Labs, this beast takes our console to another level. More depth, tighter bass, bigger sound stage! This upgrade, in addition to the new high end digital converters, really makes for the best of both analog & digital worlds.

FACILITY UPGRADE / BAND HOUSING NOW AVAILABLE!

LauD Productions has doubled in size! We added a studio B / edit room, band guest rooms with bunk beds, full lounge with DVD surround, full kitchen, and POOL....yes, an in-ground pool. Now bands coming from out of town can avoid all hotel costs! (*minimum booking required).

Here are some of the happening on The Porch......

THE RISE OF DEFIANCE (Orlando) spent 2 months here tracking the rest of their 11 song debut. Tracking began on the new HD rig last October. As of December all of the tracks are recorded, and mixing is about to begin. This album sounds f***ing incredible. This will be the finest LauD Production to date!! Check it out this spring. Also, check out T.R.O.D. opening for ANVIL at the HOB Orlando this January! www.myspace.com/theriseofdefiance

FAMILIAR SIN (Orlando) are in the process of recording a 3 song promo. 1 of the rough mixs is already up! These guys slam it out, the way it should be. We will be finishing up the 3 song this month. Keep an eye out for these guys, they play often all over the state. http://www.myspace.com/familiarsinstreetteamorl

THE BLUE (Gainesville) Cut 3 songs a couple months back and are ready to return to finish their full length debut. Catchy, Melodic, "Rock n Roll". Great song writing, feel good music. Check these guys out! Great musicians.........More from them soon! http://www.myspace.com/thebluetheblue

PRIMER 55.....LauD Productions has been chosen to mix the entire full length Primer due out this spring. We mixed a few songs earlier in the year, now it is time to complete the album. We will also be adding a few new songs to the album with Tim Lau (me) on drums.......sweeet.  Hit Bobby Burns up and send him some love. http://www.myspace.com/officialprimer55

and YES,YES.....our LAUD SAMPLER 2010 IS happening. We have waited till all the upgrades were done, and the time is now! I will be mixing all the songs this spring. (I will do it as fast as I can, but expect an early summer  2010 release.)

JAMES MURPHY....legendary guitarist and producer James Murphy has booked time with LauD Productions. James will be bringing several projects to The Porch this year for tracking. All mixing will be done by James at Safe House Productions. More details as I can....... http://www.myspace.com/jamesmurphy

(UPDATED Jan 2010)

The time has come for the next LAUD PRODUCTIONS SAMPLER CD. We had great success with our 2004 Michigan sampler "Elizabeth Street", and have been waiting for the right time to release the follow up. The LauD Productions Sampler 2010, "The Porch" will be released free, later in 2010 and include numerous bands that have worked with LAUD PRODUCTIONS at The Porch Studio in Orlando. Although most of the tracking has been finished, we will be spending most of the Winter/Spring mixing everything. The final list of bands is being narrowed down. Below is a current list. 

BANDS MOSTLY CONFIRMED FOR THE 2010 SAMPLER........

SOULFLY (Phoenix)

SKIN LAB (Oakland)

PRIMER 55  (Louisville, Atlanta)

FAMILIAR SIN (Florida)

RISING UP ANGRY (Orlando)

THE RISE OF DEFIANCE (Orlando)

LOVE SAID NO (Atlanta)

WHISPER DYING  (Orlando)

THEORY OF DISORDER  (Ft. Lauderdale)

SKIN CULTURE  (Sao Paulo)

FAREWELL FRIEND (Orlando)

There has been some talk about maybe a RIGOR MORTIS track! Shhhh......   I'll keep you posted................Tim. Jan 2010

The full blown ASS KICKIN' that is GETCHA PULL has begun!! These guys have started 5 of the tracks for their next release. Slammin' ....thats all I can say at the moment. These 5 should be done by the end of Feb, then look for the band out on the road..... www.myspace.com/blacktooothgrin

THE RISE OF DEFIANCE. These guys blew through The Porch Studio in December to record the first 2 tracks of their debut full length, due out later in 2009. The 2 tracks really showcase the progressive, technical & creative elements of this super creative group. Check em out! The mixs came out great as well. More to come from these guys this spring..... www.myspace.com/theriseofdefiance  

Solo project FAREWELL FRIEND is a project by BRIAN HELMER (Whisper Dying, Noxus...) This will be a collection of Brian's songs with guest players from around the Orlando scene. Hooky & Heavy.....these recordings will hit the street this summer.  www.myspace.com/whisperdying 

The legend of ANIMAL MOTHER continues. My brothers (and sister) from my home town, who I have worked with for years have started their next full length! The first 3 song were tracked at our Michigan studio in October, and mixed in Florida. The mothers always progress & I am always excited to hear the next songs. More to come on this album when I make my next journey to Michigan this spring..... www.myspace.com/animalmotherrocks

Congrats to RISING UP ANGRY for their awesome new years eve gig with Sevendust! The Orlando HOB was packed, and a great time was had by all. R.U.A. will be on The Porch this spring for a session to be included on the LauD Productions Sampler 2009 coming soon..... www.myspace.com/risingupangry  

Also, Just to be animals....SOULFLY are getting to set off on a European tour that will be 57 shows in 58 days, through 27 countries!! Take That........

We’ve recently installed a beautifully restored Trident Series 80 recording console, and have had the pleasure of having Metal legend Max Cavalera, bring his band SoulFly here last fall to record their 6th album "Conquer" for Roadrunner Records. The album is availabel everywhere! I am requesting everybody out there who likes heavy music, or those who would just like to support a LauD Productions client, to pick up this new CD. It really is an awesome album, and we put a lot of work into it. It was also mixed by the one and only Andy Sneap. Thank for your support! www.myspace.com/soulfly 

Theory Of Disorder, Debut album out August 2008. Theory Of Disorder spent most of the spring of 2008 tracking their 1st full length with Tim LauD, on The Porch. The 10 song album is full of catchy, melodic, and heavy music. This album is a strong effort, and displays a serious showcase of talent in every band member. The powerful vocal performance is surrounded by great riffs, a super skilled rhythem section, tight guitars and the return of the much missed guitar solo! The songs are currently being mixed by Tim Lau and should be ready for an August 2008 release. Keep an eye on their site for updates.  http://www.myspace.com/theoryofdisorder

There have been rumors that Primer 55 will be making a return to The Porch. Thats the word on the street! We Will keep you informed of developments. http://www.myspace.com/officialprimer55

Skin Culture- from Brazil will be mixing their ep release "The earth spits" with Tim Lau on the Porch's Trident 80. This is brutal, raw tribal metal. South American style all the way. The new 6 song ep will be available later this summer. Keep an eye on their site for updates!

http://www.myspace.com/skinculturetribal

FORGOTTEN FORGIVENESS....Straight out of the streets of Lansing, Forgotten Forgiveness have been tearing Michigan up for 2 years now. Their debut album captures the complete madness of their live show. Heavy, Chaotic, but very musical and exciting. This was one of the first albums mixed on the Trident console at The Porch. The album is currently being mastered, and due out by the end of summer. These guys are waiting to bust of Michigan, this album is ready to help. http://www.myspace.com/forgottenforgiveness

Love Said No have been out touring the states for months with their EP recorded on The Porch. The tracks were recorded in 2007, and the full album is waiting to be finished. The EP showcases the mighty vocals of Eric Rogers (Stereo Mud) and the catchy, strong song writing that could be on any radio station today. These guys should blow up. We all know how tough this business is, but these guys are great, so lets hope they land the "right" deal and we can finish the full length. CD's are available through their site. http://www.myspace.com