Lefko Productions

28/10/2024

Here's a very cool reggae album I worked on with many talented individuals! Enjoy!

Dub Station · Album · 1997 · 12 songs

26/10/2024

This is a very cool progressive rock album I worked on way back. I recorded the guitar sounds for this album at Renaissance Recording Company. We used two Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier Amps . One amp was set with a chunky sound and the other was set with a buzzy sound. Most of the guitars were doubled of course.

Dogfight!

Artist · 888 monthly listeners.

25/10/2024

It was so amazing to be a part of this recording project! Thank you Johnny for including me! Please share and purchase this inspiring record for a great cause!

Mixed by: David Lefkowitz

-PRESS RELEASE-
10.24.24 Boston, MA
ANNOUNCING NEW JOHNNY A. SINGLE
"You've Got To Hide Your Love Away" on sale 11.11.24
Available for pre-order 11.4.24
Profits to benefit The Greater Boston Food Bank
Johnny A.
“You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away”
Written by: John Lennon/Paul McCartney

“Everyone experiences loss… Loss is a universal human experience where the absence of something or someone significant causes an emotional or material vacancy. Each person copes uniquely; for me, music has always been the great healer.”

Johnny A., renowned for his masterful guitar work and passionate interpretations, embarks on a heartfelt tribute to two passed legends who shaped his musical journey: John Lennon and Jeff Beck.

In a bold departure from his signature blues-rock roots, Johnny A. ventures into uncharted territory with a daring rendition of The Beatles' timeless hit "You've Got to Hide Your Love Away," meticulously crafted and stylistically reminiscent of Jeff Beck.

Johnny A.'s adaptation unfolds with an electrifying introduction, where hypnotic percussion and delicate synth pads give way to a cascade of ethereal echoes, reflecting Beck's penchant for atmospheric introspection. The arrangement subtly builds, layering intricate melodies over a pulsating rhythm section, each note resonating with a nuanced intensity that pays homage to Beck's virtuosic finesse. Channeling John Lennon's poignant lyricism and Jeff Beck's innovative guitar techniques, Johnny A. navigates through the song with a reverence that honors the original while adding his own distinct flavor.

As the song progresses, Johnny A.'s guitar work takes center stage, conveying his signature blend of soulful phrasing and technical dexterity. With every bend, slide and flurry, he weaves a narrative that is both respectful and innovative, infusing the classic tune with a newfound depth and emotional resonance.

A key modulation climax arrives at the solo with a crescendo of cascading harmonics and cascading fretwork, a testament to Johnny A.'s ability to reinvent familiar melodies while staying true to the essence of the improvisational spirit. The track concludes with a hauntingly beautiful coda, where images of Johnny A.'s distinctive style linger, leaving an indelible impression on listeners.

In this homage, Johnny A. showcases his own prowess as a versatile musician capable of transcending genres and creating music that is both timeless and transformative.

Through painstaking production and an impassioned performance, Johnny A. pays tribute not only to the song itself but to the profound impact Lennon and Beck have had on his own artistic evolution. It's a recording that not only celebrates the past but also showcases Johnny A.'s journey as an artist who continues to push boundaries and explore the rich tapestry of rock 'n' roll history.

“You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away”
Aglaophone Records AR-4044 - 3min 0sec

PERSONNEL:
JOHNNY A. - Guitars
Dean Cassell - Bass
Steve Hunt - Keyboards
Marty Richards - Drums/Percussion

Produced by: JOHNNY A.
Recorded at: Nirvana Sound Studio & Kitchen Recording
Recording engineers: John Shipp, Johnny A., Steve Hunt
Mixing engineer: Dave Lefkowitz
Mastering engineer: Jay Frigoletto for Mastersuite
Video component directed by: Ian Barrett for Media Boss

14/10/2024

AJ Edwards Session at Kissy Pig Allston

14/10/2024

Avid Pro Tools Certification Training

14/10/2024

Rockphoria Sessions with Mike Smith & Danny Klein

14/10/2024

Live at the Rat (Trailer)

04/09/2024

A very successful album in Cape Verdean music I worked on with Ramiro and John Mendes at MB records in Brockton MA when I was getting started as a young recording engineer. Bana is known to be the king of Cape Verdean music. Bana's Spotify has close to 75,000 monthly plays which is quite impressive! https://open.spotify.com/album/1XEWS0BeQF7eY52r52SBj9?uid=0e055e4727d7abc3557f&uri=spotify%3Atrack%3A1ZQZEgV1v25lTQYWdHbfTh

Album · Bana · 1997 · 10 songs

03/09/2024

This is me way back when I was getting into it all. At Studio 440, which was Mark Martin's hidden studio in the Alley on Newbury Street. I am working with Michael Troy and David Stefanelli on The Beloved Few album, recording so many overdubs! This was one of the funnest albums to work on. Amazing talent on this album: Robert Holmes (Till Tuesday), Anthony Resta (Moog Synth / Percussion), Bob St John (mixing), Chris Lannon (Drum Tracking), Patty Barkas (vocals), Doug Dube (B3), Tim Archibald (Bass), and the list goes on.

03/09/2024

One more photo at Rear Window Studios 1997-1998 maybe?

03/09/2024

This is me at Rear Window Studios in Boston working something cool at the time.

24/03/2024

Horns with Keiichi Hashimoto. Record Co Studio B Boston MA

11/12/2023

Amazing drum session yesterday with Mike Piehl at Q Division!