#4: The Road to The Magic Shop with Steve Rosenthal Pt. 2

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02/01/17 • 70 min

In part two of our interview with Steve Rosenthal, he continues his musical journey with John and Stewart, focusing on the memorable recordings from The Magic Shop studio, which closed in 2016 after 28 years. Featured artists include Lou Reed, David Bowie, Sonic Youth, Suzanne Vega and many more.

Gear List

80 series Neve Console
FTC Ringo Drum Mic
Neumann Km 56 Mic
Vox Amps
Melotron
Wurlitzer
B3-Leslie
Attack Piano

Gear List

80 series Neve Console
FTC Ringo Drum Mic
Neumann Km 56 Mic
Vox Amps
Melotron
Wurlitzer
B3-Leslie
Attack Piano

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#3: The Road to The Magic Shop with Steve Rosenthal Pt. 1

Steve Rosenthal joins John and Stewart for a lighthearted journey through the past - starting with early mentor Herb Abramson, his ‘gigs’ at CBGB's, and building his first studio, Dreamland. All leading up to the opening of The Magic Shop - New York’s legendary studio which was home to hundreds of recording artists like David Bowie, Foo Fighters, Sonic Youth, Ramones, Blondie, Coldplay, Arcade Fire and many more.

Plus, the track of the week takes a close look at the many versions of The Beach Boys' postmodern masterpiece, "Surf's Up."

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