If Grammy© award* winning engineer Chris has a "sonic signature," it's that he doesn't have a "sonic signature!" Working in just about every style and genre, this 'studio chameleon' has produced recordings with every level of performer - from rookie to legend! An early adopter of the DAW, Chris doesn't forget his analog roots integrating the Old School with the New at every opportunity...

"I try to foster a comfortable and positive environment for the artist." Chris says, "It allows everyone to be more creative and confident during the recording process."

Music Styles: Rock, Roots, Pop, Soul, Funk, Jazz

Selected Credits: B.B. King, Willie Nelson, Robert Plant, Fats Domino, Dr. John, Taj Mahal, Charlie Hunter, Galactic, Herbie Hancock, VOW All-Stars, VMX, Davell Crawford, Bonerama, Ellis Marsalis.

Links: All Music Guide

Email: cfinney@musicshed.net

* Received a Grammy© with Dr John and Jeff Jones for Best Contemporary Blues Album 2008
Dr. John and the Lower 9-11 : 'The City Care Forgot'

Another New Orleans native, Ben is one of the newest employee to the Music Shed. After receiving his associates degree in recording arts from Full Sail in Orlando, Ben returned to New Orleans to get a bachelors in music industry studies from Loyola. From 2004 to 2008, he was head engineer and coowner of What Noise!? Studios, working with local acts like Ellipsis, Blair Gimma, Meadowflow and Mynameisjohnmichael. A drummer all of this life, Ben is passionate about indie rock and hip hop - and works hard to uplift the local scene.

Email: blorio@musicshed.net

Kyle Lamy is the newest member of the engineering team at the Shed. He brings a rich background of education and experience with him. Specializing in Music and Film Post Engineering, he holds a degree from Full Sail University. He also brings the discipline and grace under pressure that comes from 6 years with a major overnight package delivery business. His patience and attention to detail has earned him praise from clients and peers alike.

Selected Credits: Great Big Sea, Assisting for REM, and Post Production for Gregory Kallenberg's "Haynesville" Documentary
Email: kylelamy@musicshed.net