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John Schirmer - Live Sound and Recording Engineer, Mixer

For the last sixteen years John Schirmer has toured the world with major label and independent artists. 

As a Producer, FOH and Studio Mixer, Tracking Engineer, Production and Tour Manager, John has had the opportunity to develop an insiders look in to the entertainment industry. This is a privilege John does not take lightly. John believes that his experience with both live and studio artists, allows him to meld both worlds together to bring out the best in his artists and crew members. Both on the road and in the studio John works tirelessly to deliver the best possible performances.

Creating an equal balance between both, a positive and creative work environment, is John’s main goal in all of the projects he takes on. “If the vibe and energy are just right, the feel of the music will be undeniable.”

Just some of the artists and labels John has been able to call clients and most importantly friends are:

Artists include: Keb' Mo', Bonnie Raitt, Carole King, Jackson Browne, The Black Eyed Peas, Melissa Manchester, Coco Montoya, Playing For Change, Marcus Miller, Dragpipe, Reach 454, Nicole Atkins, The Roots, Patti Labelle, Thelonious Monk Jr.

Record Labels include: Geffen, Capitol, Lava/Atlantic, Interscope, Epic, Concord and Sony. 

Together they have all set out to create an “Equality Through Music.”

"I live for the moments that the lights go down and the bass rolls across the floor. These are the moments that define me, the moments that I anxiously await waking to each and everyday. My life is based around watching V.U. meters and riding faders. Music is my life and it defines me.”

Monthly Archives: September 2009

Nashville and Vince Gill Make Keb’ and I Feel Right at Home.

Thursday, September 3, 2009 Posted in Recent Projects

nashville_47On August 18th Keb’ and myself traveled to Nashville to do some tracking and gain a little perspective. Joining us on our trip were our wives and families, a welcomed change for Keb’ and myself, being that we are on the road quite a bit, and so often away from them.

The first day of our trip we went to House of Blues Studios, Nashville to do some vocal and mandolin overdubs with legendary Country Artist Vince Gill, for Keb’s upcoming record release (Spring 2010). Tracking went very well and working with Vince and Keb’ in the studio was one of the most enjoyable experiences of my career.

As if having two heavy hitters like Keb’ and Vince  in the studio wasn’t enough, while the session rolled on, the HOB doors became revolving doors for a number of Nashville locals who wanted to stop in and say hello. Locals like legendary Country Producer Tony Brown, Multi Platinum and Award winning songwriter Gary Nicholson, and the incomparable Wynonna Judd.

This was truly a magical session and in a work environment I have never felt such apart of a giant family as all of these Nashvillians made Keb’ and I feel. A big thanks has to go out to both Mike and Ted at HOB for making us fell so at home in their studio and providing us with a professional environment. And a heart filled thanks goes out to the warm welcome we received from everyone while on our trip.

Please check out my Photo Gallery from this trip, I think you will enjoy it.