More From the Studio [PICS]There really isn't any other word to describe the past two months. I've traveled from my current home in Georgia, to my hometown in Michigan. Driven from Maine to Minnesota. I've flown from Boston to Tampa (and back). Flown from Boston to Charlotte (and back). I've driven over 10,000 miles, slept in about 50 different hotel rooms, and performed for audiences of two to audiences of of two thousand. And amidst all of this craziness, I began the process of recording a new batch of songs. I have done my best to document the progress with pictures and videos, so here is another blog with some images from my time recording. Enjoy!  Getting set up at Big Sky Recording Studio in Ann Arbor, MI for Piano Tracking! LOVE playing that Yamaha C7 Grand Piano!  The Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. Makes a great birthday gift (mine is Nov 24th, btw).  Recording Piano. Chris the Engineer did a swell job!  Vocal tracking back at Sonus Clarus Studio in Adrian, MI. Finished recording vocals right before I came down with a cold. I cannot wait for you all to hear what we have been working on. This project is coming along GREAT and I think you are going to like it. Stay tuned, I have some VIDEO footage from the studio which I hope to be sharing soon. AND a special announcement regarding this project is on the way, as well.  Drum Tracking [PICS]
"Drum Tracking [PICS]"
Blog Post by Kurt Scobie Mar 28th, 2012 www.kurtscobie.com/blogs I love drums. We just finished tracking drums for my new project and this part of the recording process REALLY helps me get a feel for how the songs are going to sound. In case you haven't noticed from my playing style, I am ALL about rhythm. So drum-tracking is a big deal for me. Adding drums also gives me a boost of confidence. The recording process is not without challenges and I have been nervous about this batch of songs, since I haven't become as comfortable playing them as when I began recording the "Crash" EP. So, drums are a very good thing!! Here is a collection of pictures from the studio AND a quick video of Mr. Scott "Skipper" Gentry laying down some drums on a new song. Enjoy.          Kurt Scobie "Free Fallin'" (Tom Petty) LIVE
"Kurt Scobie "Free Fallin'" (Tom Petty) LIVE"
Blog Post by Kurt Scobie Mar 11th, 2012 www.kurtscobie.com/blogs I am having a BLAST traveling around the Northeast! Boston, New Haven, Portland, Providence... I'm doing my best to take it all in. You may have seen some tweets, pics and check-ins from the various colleges I have performed at. Well, now I'm adding to my tour 'journal' a video from a show in New Jersey. I hope you enjoy my rendition of "Free Fallin'" LIVE at Ramapo College!  Boston to Charlotte to Boston
"Boston to Charlotte to Boston"
Blog Post by Kurt Scobie Mar 1st, 2012 www.kurtscobie.com/blogs My travels in the Northeast continue after a few days in Charlotte, NC! The NACA National Convention happens each year in February, bringing together musicians, comedians, and other entertainers as well as college programming board representatives from all over the country. You may have seen someof my posts on Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, and Google+ from my time at #NACA2012 Here is a glimpse of my travels from Boston to Charlotte and back. Enjoy!  A foggy Boston skyline the morning I left the Northeast.  Smooth travels to Charlotte, where I was welcomed by sunshine!  The "Hoppyum" IPA! I had some time to kill waiting for my ride in Charlotte, so you know I just had to grab a local brew!  Hanging out at the Hey Cole Booth at the "Marketplace". Do I look tired?  The posters were hung in the booth with care...  My lovely wife came to see me while I was somewhat close to Atlanta.  The 2012 NACA National Convention Showcase Venue! I was a "showcase alternate" and didn't end up getting a showcase, but it was still a fun trip! Met a lot of interesting folks and had a blast in Charlotte!  Clear skies and smooth travels back to Boston!  Back in Boston and now it's snowing! Its pretty from my hotel window, but now I have to go drive in it. Showtime! Thanks for following! Until next time... Kurt Pics From the Studio"Pics From the Studio" Blog Post by Kurt Scobie Feb 21st, 2012 The other day I went in to the Sonus Clarus studio to begin my next EP. A new batch of songs are now on their way through the recording process, which means it wont be too long before you'll be able to get your ears on some new music from me. In October of 2010 I recorded "Crash" with producer Jake Rye, so I am super excited to begin this process with him again. I'll be stopping in Michigan several times within the next few months (between my northern travels) to work on the new EP. I'll keep you posted on the progress along the way. Here are some pics from the other day.  Laid down some scratch vocals on one of Jake's new fancy pants microphones.  Producer Jake's workstation, where the musical wizardry comes to life.  The nearly-finished Sonus Clarus studio.  Scratch piano. Laying down the song structure.  MIDI magic. Tedious, but necessary.  Singing a new song. Just you wait...  An old friend. Looking forward to giving ol' Baldwin a pounding again. There's more to come. Stay tuned for more updates from the studio! Peace. Kurt  |
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- "Crash" Photo Shoot 2010
- "The Wake" Release/Benefit Show
- CD Release Photos - January 4th, 2011
- LIVE @ Atlanta Braves Gala
- LIVE @ Johnson and Wales University
- LIVE @ Refuge Coffee Bar
- LIVE @ Rhythm and Hues
- LIVE @ The College of Idaho - May 7th, 2011
- LIVE @ The Eddie's Attic Shootout
- NACA 2011
- NACA National Convention
- Summer 2010 - Chattanooga
