April 2008
Thanks to everyone who submitted to play our stage at the Taste of Syracuse '08! After reviewing an overwhelming number of submissons, the decisions were not easy. Our panel of judges included representatives of Aux Records, Hondo Mesa Records, an Entertainment Lawyer and engineers from SubCat Studios.
We're thrilled to announce the line-up for the
SubCat Emerging Artist Stage 2008
Friday, June 6, 2008
12:00 - Caleb Micah
12:30 - Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers
1:00 - Stevie Wolf and the Blues Express
2:00 - Chris Lizzi
3:00 - The Barrigar Brothers
4:00 - Kh’Mi
5:00 - Caesar Fadari
6:00 - The Action!
7:00 - Mat Burke
8:00 - Huela
9:00 Mike Brindisi & The New York Rock
10:00 - Torment The Vein
Saturday, June 7, 2008
12:00 - Pirate CNY Contest Winner
12:40 - The Andrea Doria
1:20 - Vapor Aevum
2:00 - Fairway
2:40 - Fazeshift
3:20 - HondoMesa and Midnight Mike
4:00 - 3rd & Main
5:00 - Grey Tide
6:00 - The Icon And The Axe
7:00 - Honor Bright
8:00 - Anorexic Beauty Queen
9:00 - Rocko Dorsey
10:00 - Merit
Artists still have a chance to play the SubCat Emerging Artist Stage by participating in an online contest through PirateCNY.com. Register with the site and offer an original track for users to download. The most downloaded track earns the band the opening slot on Saturday, June 7. Visit www.piratecny.com for details.
March 2008
SubCat Studios and our good friends at Aux Records have teamed up once again and are pleased to announce the 'SubCat Emerging Artist Stage' at the Taste of Syracuse 2008.
Last year we hosted 23 local, original bands over the course of the 2 day festival. This years event promises to be bigger and better. Over 80,000 people attended last year to witness our showcase of Syracuse's best original music.
If you are a new original band from the Syracuse area and would like to submit for this year's festival,
Download our Submission form here.
January 2008
Happy New Year to all!
SubCat is proud to announce that we recently had the pleasure of recording Country-Music star Larry Gatlin, of the Grammy-winning group,
Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers!
Larry has a long and impressive resume, working with names such as Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, and Kenny Rogers!
SubCat is excited for the release of Andy Cooney's new album, which will feature Larry Gatlin and Crystal Gayle!
October 2007
Congratulations to Corn-Bred! The Native-American Blues Band won "Best Blues Recording" last week at the 9th Annual Native American Music Awards. SubCat mastered their debut album released on Hondo Mesa Records and recorded their sophmore record 'Mother Earth'.
September 2007
Congratulations to The Scarlet Ending for landing a song on MTV's 'The Hills' this month. 'The Way We Used to Be' was recorded here at SubCat and was released last year on their album 'Cries and Whispers'. Click Here to see the episode and go to MTV.com to hear the song during the last few minutes of the show.
August 2007
SubCat Studios recently teamed up with PirateCNY.com to give away a free recording package to their most downloaded band of the year. This year's winner was Vapor Aevum. The band came in late August to record and mix a brand new self-released EP. Click Here to see a short video of the session made by the band.
June 2007
We'd like to thank all those involved for helping us make the SubCat Emerging Artist Stage a huge success. Over the course of 2 days, our stage presented 23 local bands to a crowd of over 70,000 people.
In the studio this month, we had the pleasure of tracking Micky Mercurio's newest album.
Micky is mixing his tracks with famed producer/engineer David Fridmann at Tarbox Road Studios. Dave is well known for his work with the Flaming Lips, Sleater-Kinney, Mogwai, Thursday and countless others.
May 2007
SubCat is proud to announce our line-up for this year's
Taste of Syracuse 'Emerging Artist Stage'
Friday, June 1st
12pm- The 21st Century Cowboys
1pm- Count Blastula
2pm- Jason Bean
3pm- Dusty Pas'Cal
4pm- New Day
5pm- Neverseen
6pm- Verno
7pm- Rocko Dorsey
8pm- Torment the Vein
9pm- Anorexic Beauty Queen
10pm- The Action!
February 2007
We have a lot of talent in the studio this month, covering every genre from Metal to Country. Syracuse has some of the best original music that we have heard anywhere. We know there is a lot to read here, but every one of these groups deserves to have much more than these short blurbs written about them. These bands really deserve your support, so if you have a chance, go check them out.
DUSTY PAS'CAL returns to start work on his follow up to the hugely successful "Home". You can hear a track from "Home" our myspace music player, or visit our site (www.subcatstudio.com) and open SubCat's own player for a higher quality example.
After a couple singles and a demo, TORMENT THE VEIN is working on a new crushing metal album with their new drummer, Fred "the human click track" Fakasha.
BLUE SMOKE has also returned to create another great album with new drummer GARNET (The King Snakes) and harp player MIKE PETROFF.
Hailing from Skaneateles NY, RUNAWAY HUDSON is also back to continue working on their debut album, with one of our on staff producers, Derek Yackel. You can checkout one of their completed works on our myspace music player, or for a higher quality visit our site (www.subcatstudio.com) and open SubCat's own player.
CHRIS LIZZI has returned from Boston to put together another acoustic based album with drummer Kinyatta King.
NEVERSEEN is also working on a great sounding acoustic based debut, but with nice touch of electric guitar.
NEW DAY; A band designed by Mike and Jon Bristol to be "the ultimate party band" are continuing to track their upcoming album.
Singer CAROLYN KELLY starts a solo blues cd with Blues legend ROOSEVELT DEAN . Carolyn was recently featured on Roosevelt Deans latest album, which was also recorded here at SubCat.
Also in the blues vein, PHIL PETROFF's project, features music industry legends such as Bruce Katz, Chris Cain, and Mark Wenner. Mixing is nearly complete. We are all very excited about the release of this album.
LAURA COURTWRIGHT is finishing her solo album featuring Los Blancos. This album is being produced and mixed by the Los Blancos Keyboard Guru Mark Nanni.
PHIL KLEIN,"CNY's premier piano man" has finished another work entitled "My Irish Heart" Phil is quickly becoming known on a national level for his "Our Music" series.
New comers to SubCat, JEMBA has begun recording their first album since 1999. Jemba's new album runs the gamut from a laid back jazzy, acoustic vibe to decidedly more driving rocky tunes with an undeniable sense of urgency.
PERPETUAL BURN (formerly known as Necrosis) is in the studio working on their full-length album. These guys have some killer Metal Riffs spanning decades of metal. Think Iron maiden all the way to Killswitch Engage.
BRANDED is returning to do another country demo.
YOUNG SLEEZE, in association with SLAP entertainment, will be coming to SubCat to start a new Hip Hop album. This is our first time working with Slap entertainment and we are all very excited about it.
THE McCARTHY-PAISLEY BAND will be finishing their Folk/Bluegrass. We are in the final stages of mixing, and we are sure this album will make a splash.
Singer BILL SULLIVAN is back laying down more Jazz standards. Once this album is done, Bill is looking forward to laying down some of his own work.
HEADCASE will be coming to SubCat for the first time this month to record a new demo.
December 2006
December gave us the opportunity to work with Syracuse's 'Ultimate Party Band' New Day. Premliminary tracking was completed early in the month so keep an eye out for these guys, they're working on a killer album.
We also had the pleasure to work with acclaimed Dave Mattews' Tribute band One Sweet World, to demo some tracks we are extremely proud of. Also this month we neared completion of Soul Risin's debut album to be released early next year.
November 2006
Newest SubCat Records band finishes tracking their first full-length! That's right, Rochester/Fredonia based band, Gonculator, have finished recording their first full length album for SubCat Records. We're now in the mixing stage and have great expectations for this album.
In other news, Savoy Brown has finished mixing and mastering their latest album at SubCat Studio's and is due in stores via Blue Wave Records early next year.
Also this month we've been working with Neverseen, Soul Risin' and Utica based Pop-Punk band Molly's Way. For a more complete list of this months clients, visit our new Who's in the Studio Now page.
October 2006
SubCat gets a visit from Rochester's Deecoy. Spending several weeks with the studio locked out Deecoy, along with producer Battleroy and engineer Ben Sanefski, also from rochester, have been hard at work on Deecoy's first full length 'Ahora Si'. This is one of the first serious hip-hop projects to come to SubCat and we're looking forward to more in the future.
In the meantime we've also been working on the first full length album from the newest SubCat Records band, Gonculator. We're all extremely proud of this record and look forward to an early 2007 release.
August 2006
SubCat gears up to do work with some more aggressive acts. We have just added a KranK Revolution series 1 amplifier to our line up of high gain amps. Some other aggressive amps in our line up include a modified Marshall JCM 800 and a Marshall S-LX. Any of the these three amps can be run through our Marshall 1960A or 1960B 4x12 Cabinets, KranK 2x12, or a Marshall 4x10.
May 2006
On June 2nd and 3rd, SubCat Records, along with SubCat Studios, are teaming up to sponsor the live musical events taking place at The Taste of Syracuse. Bands that will be there will include Simplelife, Brand New Sin, Long Since Forgotten, Gonculator, The Scarlet Ending, Candyfloss, Timothy Daniel, Dustin Pasquale, Kim Monroe, Razbari Sumthing, Honor Bright, and Vapor Avuem. The SAMMY Awards show will also be taking place on June 2nd so don't miss out! This is also a free event, so come down to Clinton Square and check it out!
January 2005
SubCat, TK99, and The Redhouse join forces.
On January 16th the crew of SubCat, The Redhouse, and Dave Frisina of local radio station TK99 (WTKW 99.5 Syracuse, NY) joined forces to produce a live music radio broadcast from The Redhouse. The broadcast was done on Dave's show "Sound Check", which showcases central New York's best local and regional acts. The bands that performed were Red Sea and The Tip Hillbillies. Photos will be posted soon.
The Amazing Shakes are finishing their debut recording.
The Amazing Shakes album is currently in the mixing stage and is scheduled to be finished this month by SubCat engineer Sam Paterelli. The Amazing Shakes are the side project of Mike Gibson (drums/guitar/vocal) and Brandon Hall (guitar/drums/vocal); members of the popular Syracuse Ska band, Skatos.
LIVID prepares to record their second album with SubCat.
The popular Syracuse based original hard rock act, LIVID, is currently preparing to record their second album with SubCat. Expectation are very high for this album. You can hear some sound clips of LIVID's previous album "13" on our Audio page. This will be LIVID's third full length album of original material.
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September 2004
Simplelife plan CD Release at The Redhouse.
Simplelife finished up their full length CD "Life in the Thrid Person" and will be debuting it at The Redhouse at their CD release party. The disc came out great and shows off the bands natural song writing talent and great sounds achieved by Ron and the guys. Check out more on Simplelife at their website and be sure to catch them at The Redhouse.
Los Blancos finishing up Cookin' With The Cats.
Colin, Mark and the boys are wrapping up the final mixes on this one-of-a-kind special project. Keep an eye on their website for more information on it.
The Scarlet Ending complete self titled debut.
The girls are making waves with their first full length CD and are a hot item around town for such young talent. Be sure to pick up a copy of their self titled debut at Border's or from their website.
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May 2004
Phil and Hanna complete "Things Are Looking Up".
It's no secret that Phil and Hanna are all about the great sounds and feel of traditional jazz. With silky smooth vocals and downright inspiring stand up bass playing, this CD is easily described as breathtaking. The project moved along nicely with some outstanding musicians rounding out the sound. Lead Engineer, Sam Patterelli, put in some long hours behind the console on this one, but we think you will agree it was worth it.
Laura Austin finishing up "BitterSweetHeart".
Known for her work with songwriters Scott Allyn and Mark Doyle on their recent CD "I Could Be Anyone", Laura is finishing up her vocal tracks at Subcat in preparation for her latest album's release. Be sure to watch for this one.
Lost Boys find their way at Subcat.
The Lost Boys have put the finishing touches on their latest recording. These fine country bluegrass artists were a blast to have in the studio. With the great writing skills of John Cadley and the excellent musicianship of the rest of the band, this CD sounds Major League.
Eye Level smoothes it out with style.
The smooth sounds of smooth Jazz really shines on this full-length CD. These guys were all about perfection and it paid off. We are proud of the results and we're sure you'll not be disappointed in this band.
Scarlet Endings getting started at Subcat.
The look, the material and the desire puts these up and coming twin sisters on the right road to success. Some describe them as Indigo Girls meet Greenday. We know that it can only mean success. Watch for their debut CD soon.
Chris Lizzi Band looking for quality.
The Chris Lizzi Band began tracking their latest CD this month. Chris and the band are exceptional song writers and are looking forward to releasing a solid, quality recording of folk/rock blend. With the great songs and sounds we are getting, this CD will be sure to turn some heads.
In Transit on their way.
With this CD, In Transit is creating a raw and energized sound one may not think of when listening to a Christian rock band. Dave and the guys (and gal!) have stepped up the music and the message in their latest recording. With roughly half the tracks out of the way, they are on their way to a solid sounding CD.
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March 2004
Miss E and Mindfunk wrap up tracks at Subcat.
Missy and the band complemented a great sounding live recording at the Dinosaur (engineered by Ron Keck) with some additional tracks at Subcat Studio. Look for the final product soon. Check out some of the pics from the session.
Shakedown Blues Band put some of their favorite tracks on wax.
Rob, Ralph, Dan and Mike were in tearing it up and laying it down recently readying their demo for an upcoming visit to the Homegrown radio show at Syracuse's TK99. Look for more from Shakedown sooner than later.
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August 2003
Blues Favorites Los Blancos Complete Tracking For Tribute Album.
Local (quickly becoming not so local) favorites Los Blancos have finished tracking their latest Blues tribute album at Subcat Studio. Look for a finished product to be out soon. Stop over an check their website for more info on the band.
Powerhouse Trio Livid Releases "13".
Also finishing up their final product (tracked and mixed by Subcat Studio) is another great local band Livid. Be sure to pick up a copy of this decidedly rocking disc, you won't be disappointed. Stop over at the boys' site for some cool photos of the Subcat sessions.
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June 2003
Subcat Readies Studio C For Action.
We have finished construction on our newest live recording space, dubbed Studio C. This space will be primarily used as an additional recording space given it's exceptional tonal qualities courtesy of the open design and hardwood flooring we chose. Sitting atop that beautiful floor is an even more beautiful Kallet 5.7 ft. Grand Piano by Yamaha. We have been doing some sound samples of this instrument in the room and we are quite pleased so far and looking forward to our first full session to put it through it's paces.
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March 2003
"Eye Level" Putting Finishing Touches on First Album.
The fusion jazz group, "Eye Level" is working on the mix for their first full-length album, which is slated to be finished in early April. The members of the group are: guitar - Mark Copani, drums - Jimmy Johns, keyboards - Andy Rooney, bass - Ron France, and on sax, Jon Rody. The all-star group does not disappoint, delivering a delicate balance of straight up jazz rubbed with a little funk.
"The Lost Boys" Tracking Next Full Length Release
The popular folk trio "The Lost Boys" is well under way tracking their next full-length release in Studio A, with an as yet undetermined release date.
EP Project for Jon Vona Currently Being Mixed.
Singer songwriter extraordinaire, Jon Vona is in the middle of a monumental EP project involving a song in two languages. He is using a complete orchestra with some of the area’s best musicians backing him. The tracking took place at SubCat Music Studio, in Studio A. It is currently in the process of being mixed on the Pro Tools HD3 system in Studio B.
"Trumpet Traditions" Expected to be Very Well Received.
Work is almost complete on a monumental trumpet album "Trumpet Traditions". This is the brainchild of a top horn player, Tommy Bridges. It features some of the best-loved trumpet standards and a few lesser known tunes, all in a "Dixieland meets Miles" setting. It will be distributed all over the northeast. It is expected to have a great reception.
Austin, Allyn and Doyle Release "I Could Be Anyone".
Laura Austin and Scott Allyn have released "I Could Be Anyone" in support of the upcoming alternative venue in Armory Square, The Red House. It features songs written by Scott Allyn, sung by Laura Austin, and produced by Mark Doyle. This is pop perfection along the lines of the Beatles, with the sensibilities of the best of Natalie Merchant.
SubCat to Provide Mastering Services for Simply Social Records.
SubCat Music Studio has struck a deal to provide exclusive mastering services for Simply Social Records, based in Queens. The group handles several acts in the "brit punk" vein, and will be bringing their first project to us in early April.
If you would like more information on any projects, past or present, at SubCat Music Studio, please fill out the contact sheet with your questions and we will get back to you.
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