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JOE LAQUIDARA, owner and chief recording engineer, opened Oak Grove Recording in 1983. He has been in the recording business since the 1970s as a songwriter, performer, and audio engineer. One of the most versatile producer / engineers in the business, he is well known as a songwriter and arranger. He earned gold and platinum records for his songwriting on Boston's Walk On album. Though he plays bass and drums and was classically trained in piano and organ, he is known mostly for his virtuoso guitar work and session-level singing. (Hear him sing “More Today Than Yesterday.”) As L. A. Joe, he performs with his band (L. A. Joe). He also contributes monthly music reviews to Soundcheck, and over the years has written for other magazines as well.


“From the start of my recording career, I have had the privilege of recording at some of the finest recording studios throughout the U.S. Upon moving to Boston, I knew I could always find another recording studio to continue with my recording career. As a songwriter, my main concern was finding a producer with the versatility and experience a songwriter needs . . .  

BRIAN MOYNIHAN, studio manager, has worked at Oak Grove Recording for over five years and has recorded and mixed a variety of projects, including rock, rap, classical, and voiceovers. His background as a musician enhances the technical expertise he offers as an engineer. Clients also appreciate his patience and easygoing attitude. His philosophy toward recording is to capture the essence of the song or artist while maintaining sonic integrity.

. . . a producer who could capture and bring to life the emotion I put into every one of my songs. Thank you Joe Laquidara and the staff at Oak Grove Recording Studio for providing me with that experience. I enjoy working with you and commend you for your talents not only as a producer but an excellent musician.”

— Jimmy Mercedes
Nothing Without You


Other engineers: Bruno Caruso, Sean Estella

 

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