Groovefarm Analog Recording Co.

16/10/2024

Tune in from 5pm.

01/10/2024

Dream machine…..

30/09/2024

Team Mavers absolutely smashed it last night at our first live to vinyl event . Thanks to all that came along it really was a very special evening.

19/09/2024

A nice review of Sura Laynes self titled debut album.
It was a great experience for all. Not only that but recorded and mastered on glorious analog tape. The one on the cover no less. Watch out for some more exciting projects here on the farm. ☀️

SURA LAYNES – Sura Laynes LP(SL 2024)

Formed in 2022 in Derbyshire, SURA LAYNES have come a long way in such a short space of time. A quartet who place great value on well crafted, original tunes, Sura Laynes draw influences from greats such as The La’s and The Libertines and also acts such as The Beatles. Yet, this band aren’t content to follow in anybody’s footsteps and have forged their own sound that’s characterised by close vocal harmonies and crisp guitars. It’s an honest, heartfelt sound and that comes shining through on every one of these dozen tracks.

Opening with an acapella, ‘Comrades In Arms’ makes for a rather sombre opening and doesn’t give a hint of the coming storm, yet it makes the perfect foil for opener proper ‘Let The Good Times Roll’. What the world needs now more than anything is a great guitar band and it seems that Sura Laynes have come to fill the void. If it’s true that bands are a product of their environment, then Sura Laynes are the living embodiment of Derbyshire’s rolling hills. From the tremulous vocals to the ululating flow found on ‘Blade In My Back’ (the album’s lead single), Sura Laynes have a quintessentially English sound, so it is no surprise that they originate in the centre of the country. There’s an autumnal feel to songs such as ‘Don’t Let Me Down’ that find them arriving wrapped in conker browns, burnt yellows and rustic reds.

Perhaps the greatest thing about this band is that they don’t over compliment things or muddy the water. They don’t use two notes when one will suffice and subsequently tracks like ‘Feel Alright’ take the most direct line to what it is all about; there’s very little waffle on this record and the result leaves you hungry for more (as all good music should). Yet, there’s still plenty of neat ideas on offer, such as the backward masking on ‘Alessia And The Sea’ (shades of the Stone Roses?) but mostly these tracks make a beeline for your cranium, but be warned; once they’re inside they won’t be leaving anytime soon.

Nowadays lyricism is an overlooked aspect to rock music, it’s almost a forgotten art, but it is something Sura Laynes are bringing back. Tracks such ‘The Captain Ain’t Qualified’ are the musical equivalent to novellas; there’s a storytelling to the band’s lyrics, and it is something of which I very much approve. In fact, there’s an overarching theme to this album, a loose concept that stitches the whole album together. While it is perfectly feasible to dip in and out, it’s best to set aside forty minutes and enjoy this record like an old school album, you’ll be glad you did.

01/09/2024

A great review of an album I’ve just produced for
Sura Laynes. Now committed to 12 inch vinyl forevermore.
AAA all the way. Analog Revolution.
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With their self-titled debut, Sura Laynes deliver a charming collection of melodic songs with a few twists and turns along the way.

05/08/2024

AAA DISTRIBUTION. From sound source to finished physical product, a totally analog process. Very excited to be working alongside Vanishing Point Records of Chesterfield.
A distribution hub where physical copy’s of the music released through the new studio label “SHIPWRECKORDS” will be avaliable to listen and purchase. We are also working on an extremely exciting live event within the record shop itself. Vanishing Point Records also has its own radio station in store, RFM radiofreematlock.co.Uk. so go and check them out and show some love. 🤟

06/07/2024

A teaser of the latest Super Singles special, live at Groovefarm. Recorded live to tape with no digital input. This track is called Shoe Box. Keep you ears to the ground for the full track which will be available through Primamobilia’s platforms later in the year.

03/07/2024

Something cooking with Super Singles sessions. Watch this space!…..

29/06/2024

I’ve got a slot that’s become available this Thursday 9:00-16:00 in the studio.
Please get in touch if you would like to come along do some live recording to tape. This won’t be avaliable for long so get in touch as soon as you can if you fancy it.
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09/06/2024

We are so pleased to announce our live to disc is operational snd available. Capture your Art live and direct to vinyl record. This totally Analog process takes recording techniques developed in 1887 by Emile Berliner, the first person to record sound on a flat disc. With the addition of other recording techniques developed throughout the 59’s, 60’s, and 70’s. This totally unique process will expand your creativity and ensure you deliver your absolute best performance. Get in touch for more information and to book your LIVE TO DISC session. Limited availability.

06/06/2024

Music is something that can so easily be tainted by the influence of society and technology. Strip all that away and hear the true self. Some truly magical sounding cuts from our live and direct to disc sessions.

04/06/2024

The end of the chain. From live performance to final release. Total analog process.
We now have the cape abilities to produce runs of cassettes to add to your merch stand or online sales. This is our 3rd cassette duplicator able to produce 10 copy’s every 2 mins. We also provide a full range of blank cassettes in a variety of colours and play times.

28/05/2024

Sura Laynes debut self titled album
Sura Laynes. The guys are dropping this album in July but physical copy’s on cassette and 12 inch vinyl are available to pre order now Sura Laynes.
Massively enjoyed producing this album. Lots of tape splicing and looping in the mixing and mastering process.
A top bunch of lads and absolute grafters.
Check em out and get your pre order in.
Also available as a digital download if your into that 😎

24/05/2024

The face you pull when a way out there concept actually starts becoming a reality.
1st tests for the 4 track Nagra conversion are exceeding all expectations. It’s been a long road but grit and determination has got us very close to the finish line.

23/05/2024

Laying a few tracks down on the house kit.
Beautiful 60’s Rogers outfit with matching Super Zyn 5⭐️cymbals. Amazing results with just 3 mics.
AKG D12, SM57 and a Calrec condenser. This kit is included as well as many other vintage gems for your recording pleasure.