10 FOR TUESDAYS - ED LEIGH

Welcome back to our '10 For Tuesday's' series. This week we have Preston based producer Ed Leigh. So lets get straight into it.


When did you start making music and what was it that led you to start?
I officially began producing music in around 2008; this was achieved via my brother’s iMac and messing around in Garageband. I like to think I started trying to make my own music when I began playing the guitar, which was at the end of primary school (around 2006). Once I’d learnt a few chords and scales I just loved trying to come up with my own sound.


What software do you use to make music?
I am now an avid Ableton Live user. I did try Reason for a while, which was good, but it didn’t allow me (personally) to utilize the skills I had as a musician as opposed to a producer.

THIS WEEKS MUSIC NEWS (FEB 10TH)

First up Jay-Z & Kanye West released the long awaited video for their track 'Nigg*s In Paris' yesterday. The video was filmed during the L.A. leg of their 'Watch The Throne' tour.

ADVERTISING YOUR STUDIO

Why is nobody using my studio? Why am I not making any money? Are these questions that you find yourself pondering on a regular occasion? Then hopefully this guide will give you a few tips to help you promote your studio.

10 FOR TUESDAYS - DEEPAK SHUKLA PART TWO

What musicians are you listening to at the moment and who is your tip for future success?

I’m a big fan of Ed Sheeran and Jessie J at the moment. I really like what their introductions to the music scene in the UK has done for the industry. And their acoustic/edgy/raw and personable approach really appeals to up and coming musicians and the average consumer who can identify with their journey alot more.

10 FOR TUESDAYS - DEEPAK SHUKLA

Welcome back to our '10 For Tuesday's' series. This week have a very special guest, StudioBookers company founder Deepak Shukla. Deepak graduated from the University of Warwick in 2008. After leaving as a consultant for Deloitte and also as a graduate employee for Mediaedge. Deepak then decided to follow his love for music and spent two years running his own recording studios beginning from his home in West London. From this he developed a second studio in a commercial unit. From the experience he gained running two studios, he decided to set up StudioBookers to help studios and musicians alike in a very difficult economical climate.


First of all tell me a little bit about who you are and one interesting fact people may not know about you?

My name’s Deepak Shukla - I’m the founder of StudioBookers! I have a background running a recording studio of my own, so have spent my time with alot of musicians looking to lay down vocals on premade production and perfecting their sound.
And an interesting fact...I’m going to be running a marathon in Seville in Spain in a few weeks!

THIS WEEKS BIGGEST MUSIC NEWS

Rapper Drake has broken the record for the most number one singles ever on the Billboard Rap chart with 11 overal number ones (beating P.Diddy's 10.) His tracks; 
Best I Ever Had, Forever, Say Something, Over, Fancy, Aston Martin Music, Moment 4 Life, I'm On One, Headlines and Make Me Proud all reached the top of the chart.

Earlier This week the Grammy Nominations were announced with Kanye West receiving a grand total of seven nominations. Adele, Foo Fighters and Bruno Mars all received six, with Lil Wayne, Skrillex and Radiohead receiving five. The 54th annual awards ceremony will take place on February 12th.

CHOOSING A STUDIO TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS

As a band/artist, when identifying a studio, it is very important to pinpoint exactly what you are looking for as a client.  Your choice of studio will be affected by your recording needs. Are you a singer looking to record vocals or will you need to record a whole band. This guide is designed to help artists recognise what is important for them when choosing and booking a studio for recording.