Kensington Sound Cashbox Article
Read about Kensington Sound in this month’s Cashbox Magazine, in a feature highlighting the history of Toronto-area recording studios.
Here is an excerpt:
“Located in the heart of Kensington Market, one of Canada’s most eclectic, artistic neighborhoods, Kensington Sound is one of Canada’s oldest recording studios. Recently renovated, the studio has developed into the quintessential combination of old and new, where analog and digital technologies are effortlessly combined to provide the ideal environment for the creative, soulful mind and at the same time offer seamless and productive efficiency…”
Check out the whole article here: http://cashboxcanada.ca/short-history-recording-studios-toronto
Ulrik Elholm – From Denmark to Kensington
Kensington Sound is proud to have been the studio of choice for Danish recording artist Ulrik Elholm this past month. Ulrik has partnered with producer/songwriter Steve Raiman to record his latest album at KS, flying in all the way from Copenhagen to capture some musical magic in the exciting and inspiring setting of Kensington Market.
Featuring the musical talents of Vezi (guitars), Shiraz Tayyeb (drums), Chris Gartner (bass), Steve Raiman (piano), and the engineering talents of Ben Pelchat, the album is sure to be a smash.
Follow Ulrik on his website here: http://www.ulrikelholm.dk
Kensington Sound to be featured in Cashbox Magazine
Cashbox Magazine will sit down with the Kensington Sound team to discuss the studio’s history, many vibrant anecdotes, and the studio’s future endeavours. The full article will be published in Cashbox’s upcoming anniversary issue. Take a look at the preview.
New Addition – Vezi’s Blog
Check out Vezi’s Blog! New articles include Jeff Healey, and a unique Kensington Sound experience.
Carey Ott Invades Kensington
Kensington Sound is excited to announce the arrival of Carey Ott. Carey has flown in from Nashville for 3 weeks to complete his Human Heart album with Producer, Ben Pelchat. Carey’s time at the studio and will be filmed and posted in the near future. Stay tuned for updates!
Kensington Sound Interview on JAZZ.FM91
Vezi talks about Kensington Sound’s colourful history with 
Jaymz Bee on JAZZ.FM91. Memories include artists such as Don Francks, Jackie Richardson, and the legendary Lenny Breau.
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Canadian Music Week 2010 Contest Winner
Kensington Sound is pleased to announce “Jojeto” as the winner of our 
Canadian Music Week 2010 Recording & Production Contest. They will receive a recorded song produced at Kensington Sound by Ben Pelchat and Vezi Tayyeb. Congrats!
Upcoming Event
Kensington Sound would like to invite you to come down to Kensington Market 
on Sunday May 16th from 4-10pm for a very special reason.
Kensington Sound will be celebrating its official 35th (unofficially 38th!) year of continuous operation and at the same time, its new partnership with treadFIRE Music that has lead to a funky new upgrade and renovation.
Graffiti’s Bar, 170 Baldwin, has graciously opened their doors so there will be open stage entertainment throughout the day with everyone welcome to participate.
Come check us out and sign our commemorative wall. Enjoy some great food, sit in with the bands and perhaps contribute to Vezi’s upcoming book ‘Kensington Sounds’ by recounting your favourite Kensington Sound memory.
Help us celebrate this remarkable musical legacy that continues to be an integral part of the Canadian music industry.
And if you needed another reason, what better way can you think of to kick off the summer season?
See you there!
Cheers,
The Kensington Sound Team
Win Free Recording, Production, and Mastering
Kensington Sound is offering a chance to win a fully recorded, produced, and mastered song of a $2600 value.
[Draw Ends April 30th, 2010]