Here’s What Artist are Saying About
Hothouse Rehearsal Studios



Some of our friends who are part of the fellowship and community of artist here, spreading the love and sharing with you their rehearsal experience here at the Hothouse…Where Music Grows. Thank You Carlos, Joy, Monyk and Aaron. All the Best to you guys.

Artist: Carlos with Antagonist, Joy lead vocals with 5 O'Clock Shadow, Monyk vocalist with Monyk and Aaron from Ministry.

Happy 4th of July
Celebrate in the Spirit of an American


SAVE MONEY on your next rehearsal.

The savings program at Hothouse Studios is designed to help musicians in the local Southern California area during these economic challenging times.

Here's how Hothouse Studios helps you save MONEY on your rehearsals.
1. Frequent Rehearsal Card (FRC)
2. Block Time Discounts
3. Daytime Discounts (Mon-Fri)
4. Single Musicians Discounts
5. Coupons
6. Print this out and bring it in for the special of the day.

Click here for savings program details or book your next rehearsal by calling 562.945.1300

More ways you can WIN!

Every month Hothouse Studios is giving away cash prizes, free tickets, gift certificates, and sponsoring music related events in southern California. Be sure to sign up for the U2 360? Tour Tickets give away at www.HotHouseStudios.com.

Call 562.945.1300 to learn more about this and other programs at Hothouse Studios "Where Music Grows". studio@hothousestudios.com. www.hothousestudios.com

Stimulus Program Details:

1. Frequent Rehearsal Program Pick up your Frequent Rehearsal Card next time you're in the Hothouse. Rehearse 7 times and the 8th rehearsal (2 hrs) is FREE. It's that simple. But the Frequent Rehearsal Program doesn't stop there. Once your Frequent Rehearsal Card has been filled up it is put into the monthly giveaway bowl. A winner is drawn from the bowl each month. Here's the process: 1. Pick up your Frequent Rehearsal Card next time you're in the Hothouse. 2. After each rehearsal, have the studio manager sign off the next box on your card. 3. Once all the boxes have been stamped, we'll schedule your FREE rehearsal. 4. Your Frequent Rehearsal Card is put into the monthly giveaway bowl. 5. You WIN

2. Block Time Discounts Book a 3 hour rehearsal and knock off a $1 per hour. Book a 4 hour rehearsal and the 4th hour is half price.

3. Daytime Discounts Monday thru Friday knock off $2 per hour, with a start time between 12pm (Noon) and 4pm.

4. Single Musicians Discounts Always just $10 per hour.

5. Coupons Click on the coupons link at www.hothousestudios.com

6. Daily Specials Print out this message and bring it in for the special of the day.

For an Unrivaled Audio Video Rehearsal Experience
Visit Hothouse Studios Where Music Grows!

Michael Jackson Rehearsal Footage Released.



Video from the rehearsal the night before Michael Jackson died has been released by concert promoter AEG Live to show that Jackson was in good health the day before his death.

Michael Jackson appeared healthy in the video clip rehearsal two nights before he died.

AEG, promoter of Jackson’s planned London shows, released the short video of Jackson rehearsing on a stage in the Staples Center arena on June 23.

Michael Jackson sang “They Don’t Care About Us,” a song from his “HIStory” album, as he danced along with eight male dancers and one female guitar player.

The Staples Center will also be the site of Jackson’s memorial service.

The service is scheduled for Tuesday at the 20,000-seat Los Angeles arena, according to a person briefed by a family representative.

Rehearsal Tips in the Hothouse Band Toolbox

Every day at the Hothouse rehearsal studios, bands are rehearsing for their upcoming shows or working on new material for their next recording. Frankly, there is a cost in time and money, invested into each of your rehearsals and at Hothouse Studios we want to help you get the most out of your valuable time and money. We want your band to make progress.

Quite often I find bands asking me similar questions. In a nutshell they were all asking “What they can do to have more effective and efficient rehearsals”. In this next series of articles in the Band Toolbox, I’ll be sharing information on rehearsal techniques, designed to impact your next showcase or recording.

Here’s an example of an article in the Band Toolbox. This is an overview article. In the band toolbox there are articles written specifically about each type of rehearsal mentioned in this overview article.

Types of Rehearsals

Another point to cover when preparing for rehearsals is to determine the appropriate type of rehearsal to have. The song is the main determinant. Depending on where a song is categorized on your list of readiness (song idea thru performance ready) will determine the appropriate type of rehearsal to use. One rehearsal session may incorporate the methods used in the various types of rehearsal. Again the song dictates the type of rehearsal. So what are these rehearsal types?

Jamming rehearsal – new song is introduced, learn chord changes, very loose approach, figuring out what the song should sound and feel like.

Song writing rehearsal – the band as a whole writes a song. Similar approach as a jamming rehearsal except you’ll be creating the chord changes on the fly.

Song Arrangement rehearsals – assign parts and focus on specific sections in the music. Work in small groups (bass and drums only, drums and vocals only).

Performance rehearsal – Your live set is fined tuned.

Pre-production (for recording) rehearsal – here you’re thinking about instrumentation, breaking the song down instrument by instrument, assigning instruments to your track map.

Technical rehearsal – work on moving smoothly thru your effects processors, instrument changes, and amp settings.

On camera rehearsal – video a dress rehearsal, practice movements.

Live radio show rehearsal – work on song introductions, edit song length if necessary, come up with “sound bites”.

Rehearsals for interviews – have a friend interview the band; get comfortable with answering questions on the fly.

You are a band, a group of musicians. The laws of nature say; “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts”. Don’t fight Mother Nature.

Substitute the word “song” for “whole” and you get “the song is greater than the sums of its parts”. When the song sounds great each member of the group will shine within it.
Believe, Decide, Take Action, Get Results

Hothouse Studios is more than a top notch rehearsal facility, we are a music career learning center and the Band Toolbox is closing in on 100 articles on various subjects relating to succeeding in your music career. Enter the Band Toolbox here.

While other studios are writing so called rehearsal tip articles, there is a major difference between theirs and the Hothouse Band Toolbox articles. The ones I’ve read from other studios are about telling you reasons not to cancel rehearsal on them. It’s all about them not you. The Band Toolbox is all about YOU and enhancing your chances of making a career in music.

Streetlight Manifesto with Emily, Devito and Chris

Here’s How it Happens at Hothouse Studios

I’ll set the scene. It was 9:30pm on Wednesday and I was walking out to my car as I see the brothers Anthony (Devito) and Robert Esparza with the band Last Minute Idea showing up for rehearsal. So I go over to say hi and at this time Chris Segura their guitarist drives up and then joins us.

So we’re standing there talking and in the conversation I ask Devito “what do you have going this weekend” and he says “I’m going to the Warped Tour on Friday to watch my favorite band perform” and I asked “who is that?” he replies “this rock/ska band Streetlight Manifesto.”

At this time all the guys join in with our conversation and start talking about how Streetlight Manifesto is one of their all time favorite bands and we’ve been following them since their beginnings and we can’t wait for Friday to see them perform and we have memorabilia of theirs and so on. At this moment I knew they were in for a big surprise.

I looked at Devito with a smile and the wonderment at how the universe works and say to him “well guess what?” I saw his eyes light up with anticipation as he said “what?” I said “Streetlight Manifesto has locked out the Auditorium these past few days as they prepared for their tour which starts with their performance at the Warped Tour and they are in there right now”!

You can image what happens next. The guys started chattering amongst themselves and freaking out with disbelief and saying thing like “really?” and “no, you’re kidding” but I assured them the band was in there as we spoke.

Next I said to them “Come on down to the studio tomorrow morning around 11:30 cause that’s usually when they guys in Streetlight Manifesto show up for their noon rehearsals and I’ll introduce you to them and you can take some photos”. This really blew their minds and in the morning, Devito, Chris and Emily (another big fan), showed up and were given an intimate meet and greet with the band and took some photos with all the guys. This is how we do it at Hothouse Studios.

On personal note, it made me feel really good that the Hothouse was chosen by the universe to facilitate such a cool life experience for guys that have been using the studio since we opened six years ago. Whoyeah

Dramarama along with Hothouse Studios Slashes Merch Prices at House of Blues Shows June 26th & 27th



We know these are tough economic times. We here in Dramarama know you work for food. We know concerts are a luxury. All we want, all I want is for you to come to meet me, and the rest of the band, at the House of Blues.

That is why we, Dramarama—in conjunction with HotHouse Studios--are going to make you an incredible offer you can’t afford to miss! Questions? What are we gonna do, you ask? Well I’m gonna tell ya’

First, go to WWW.HOB.COM and purchase your ticket for either the Anaheim or Sunset Strip Lost 80’s Live show---featuring Dramarama. One ticket, four bands--already a deal!

But wait….I will try, try, try 5 times to make this a better offer. At the show, make your way to the merchandise booth, where our prices have been SLASHED!

That’s right, $20 T-shirts are now $17. Posters formerly $5 have been cut to $2! Now these items are NOT available at Walgreens, Kmart or Your local Convenience Store.

Ecstatic? I bet you are, but that’s not all. 18 Big Ones, the best of CD, list price $10…we have it for only $8. 18 songs for $8—wow!! And not a bad seed in the lot. I think we’ve gone INSANE!!!Would you like more bargain basement prices? Here you are--vinyl 45s sold elsewhere for $5 will be sold at the House of Blues shows this month for only $2; that’s right $2, mere spare change---a savings of 60%!!!

Am I through???? NO!!! Everybody Dies CD…it’s not new and hot, but it’s the latest and it’s still warm. Not $10 but $8. You’re gonna love it!!! Stopping here would be real easy, but there’s more… For each Everybody Dies you purchase you’ll get a second Everybody Dies (sans jewel case and artwork) for FREEEE!!!!! A $20 value, yours for only $8!!!!

You’ll have no regrets and as if that’s not enough……….there’s more!!!! We have teamed up with our friends at HotHouse Studios in beautiful Santa Fe Springs to make available to you this exciting offer.

A free hour of studio time!!! Yes, that’s right, those who present their HOB ticket to Hot House Rehearsal Studios between now and July 31, 2009, will receive 1 hour of free studio time with each two hours paid booking!!! That’s three hours for the price of two, at least a $16 value.

How do we do it? Don’t ask me. So let’s see, you can get A limited edition Dramarama Concert shirt. Three CD’s. A not-available-anywhere-else poster! A collectable VINYL 45And a free hour of studio time. A total value of $76. All for the super low low price of $37!!!! That’s a savings of over 50%!!!

If you take full advantage of this offer, you will have saved well over the $27.50 ticket price to the show. Once again proving that we here in Dramarama care about you and your wallet and will do almost anything (anything) to get you to the show!!!

Hurry! This offer is good for the June 26 Anaheim and the June 27 Sunset House of Blues shows only. After that, it’s long, long gone!

More Than Just Rehearsals

Join with me to welcome Bumptown and Dissnfranchised to the Hothouse Community of artist.
Have a look at their artist profile page
Bumptown – click here.
Dissnfranchised – click here.

Don’t forget about the Frequent Rehearsal Program here at Hothouse Studios.
75 Hours of FREE Rehearsal Time has been Given Away So Far to artists just like you! Plus over 200 Frequent Rehearsal Cards Have Been Handed Out.

Our way of saying Thank You to everyone who uses Hothouse Rehearsal Studios.

So get in on the action.
Next time you’re in Hothouse Studios ask us for your Frequent Rehearsal Card.
Here’s how it works…
Rehearse 7 times and the 8th rehearsal is FREE.
It’s that simple.

Call: 562.945.1300
Email: studio@hothousestudios.com
Website: http://www.hothousestudios.com/

Thank You All for making the Program such a success.

Black Delta Band at the LA Theatre Co.

If you haven’t been to a Black Delta show,
Go attend one and witness the early years of this
Rock powerhouse in the making.

Here’s an opportunity
6/13/2009 8:00 PM
The New LATC (Los Angels Theatre Company)
514 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles, California 90013
Cost: $10.00

COMPLIMENTARY BEER & WINE

BUY TICKETS NOW BEFORE THE SHOW SELLS OUT at: https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?e=76e7789cb79754aedaff50a5436a21fc&t=tix

Learn more about Black Delta at their Hothouse Artist Profile page here.

Summer Tour Preview More Bang for Your Buck

Despite doomsday visions of the recession gutting the tour business, the summer season is thick with acts hoping to make it big in a weak economy. Many acts like Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Nine Inch Nails & Jane's Addiction, and Bob Dylan's triple bill with Willie Nelson and John Mellencamp are fighting to keep ticket prices low.

Others including U2, Aerosmith and Coldplay are mixing up the set list and beefing up the spectacle to give fans more bang for their buck. Still others, Blink-182, Phish, No Doubt are hoping a highly anticipated reunion will beat the market.

So which shows must you see? And more importantly, what are you getting for your money? Check out our Summer Tour Preview, your complete guide to 20 of the season’s biggest tours from AC/DC to ZZ Top, get a preview of what's in store.

1. AC/DC
2. Aerosmith with ZZ Top
3. Blink-182
4. Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood
5. Coldplay
6. Dave Matthews Band
7. Def Leppard, Poison and Cheap Trick
8. Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp and Willie Nelson
9. Fleetwood Mac
10. Green Day
11. Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd
12. The Killers
13. Kings of Leon
14. Metallica
15. Nine Inch Nails and Jane's Addiction
16. No Doubt
17. Phish
18. Pink
19. Taylor Swift
20. U2

Genaro Quispe This Month’s $50 Cash Prize Winner at Hothouse Studios

Genaro Quispe the lead guitar player with the band Ray Torres and the Mercy is the $50 Cash Prize Winner in this month’s giveaway here at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Congratulations Genaro!

Come use Hothouse Studios for your band rehearsals and each month a lucky musician will be randomly chosen to be the next $50 cash prize winner.

Helps us get to know you. Give us your name and contact information. Become part of the ever growing Hothouse Community of Artists.

Hothouse Rehearsal Studios
www.hothousestudios.com

FREE Vocal Workshop
June 27, 2009 2:00 – 4:00 PM
$50 Value

Learn about the Bel Canto Technique of Singing
Presented by
Vocal Coach Jimi Espinoza
Band leader for “Thee Midniters”

To Reserve Your SeatCall 562.945.1300 or
Email studio@hothousestudios.com
– Limited Space Available –

Jimi Espinoza will be presenting a FREE 2 hour vocal workshop to introduce you to the Bel Canto system of vocal training. You will learn to sing with expanded vocal range, strength and ease, along with other vocal habits that lead to great voice control and stamina

Areas Covered:
· Correct Body Alignment
· Learn the Keys to Vocal Health
· Develop an Excellent Warm-Up
· Master Breathing Technique and Breath Control
· Eliminate Breaks in Registers, Blending the “Chest” and “Head” Voices
· Extend Flexibility and Range
· Enrich Resonance and Projection
· Learn Vowel Modification
· Practice Techniques
· Handling Performance Anxiety
· Stage Performance Techniques
· Microphone Techniques

Learn to sing like the best singers by attending this workshop!

Los Angeles Music Academy Summer Program Kicks Off June 22

Play with professional musicians, write/record original music, daily workshops focused on style specific musical training at Los Angeles Music Academy.

LA Music Academy (www.lamusicacademy.edu/) announced details for its upcoming annual Summer Program, kicking off June 22nd. The school’s popular summer experience is open to interested drummers, guitarists, bassists and singers ages 10 and up who have received at least one year of private instruction. Besides meeting new friends and expanding their professional networks, students can expect to learn from and play with some of Southern California’s best professional musicians; write and record original music; and will have full access to music clinics and ensemble workshops.

Session One, from June 22-26, focuses on Rock, Funk and Blues. Session Two, from June 29-July 3, focuses on Jazz, Fusion and Latin. Each session concludes with a student concert.

“The summer program gives students a great opportunity to see and be involved in a microcosm of what an entire school year would be like,” says LA Music Academy President Tom Aylesbury. He adds, “Our year-round program is outstanding because it challenges and prepares students with an overview of the skills necessary to perform with professional musicians while helping them to see what it takes to develop a successful career in the music business.” Aylesbury added that this is as close as a student can be to the real thing when it comes to a music career.

The Summer Program provides a snapshot of daily life at LA Music Academy, including band workshops with fellow students; ensemble workshops with professional musicians and instructors; playing technique courses; a private half hour lesson with one of the faculty members; clinics and concerts with faculty and special guests; and a visit to a recording studio to record an original tune. Either session is $850 or students can enroll in both for $1450.

For more information visit the web site (www.lamusicacademy.edu/), contact Iris Alba in admissions at 626-568-8850 or email iris@lamusicacademy.edu.

About LA Music Academy
LA Music Academy in Pasadena, a suburb of Los Angeles, CA, offers an intimate and friendly, yet serious and rigorous contemporary music education to male and female students 18 and over through its vocal, drum, bass and guitar programs. Founded in 1996, the Academy is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and has provided a solid musical foundation for more than 1,000 international and domestic students. LA Music Academy’s 35 instructors immerse students in practical courses. The Academy offers a significant number of real world playing situations with professional musicians, not just peers, setting the school apart from other prestigious music institutions. LA Music Academy gives its students the skills necessary to apply their learning in a wide variety of professional situations in the music industry.

Contact information:
Los Angeles Music Academy
370 S. Fair Oaks Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105

Contact-Person:
Iris AlbaAdmissions
Phone: 626-568-8850
Web: http://www.lamusicacademy.edu

Hothouse Rehearsal Studios
www.hothousestudios.com

Memorial Day Blowout - 25% Discout at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios

Here’s How It Works:

Knock 25% off the Hourly Rate of Any Studio.

Auditorium – $16 per hour!!! Regular rate is $22 per hour.

Studio A – $15 per hour!!! Regular rate is $20 per hour.

Studio B – $12 per hour!!! Regular rate is $16 per hour.

Studio C – $12 per hour!!! Regular rate is $16 per hour.

Studio M – $14 per hour!!! Regular rate is $20 per hour.


Call 562.945.1300
Now to Reserve Your Rehearsal.

http://www.hothousestudios.com
11823 Slauson Ave. Unit 41 Santa Fe Springs, Ca

Its-Casual-Roboshobo-Hothouse-Rehearsal-Studio-Free-Tickets

Its Casual has been using Hothouse Rehearsal Studios since we opened our doors back in 2003. It has been our pleasure to watch Eddie and Wal grow from an indie band to a signed recording artist.

Now world famous video director Robert Schober pka (professionally known as) Roboshobo who is known for his work on videos for Metallica, Mastodon, the B52's, Green Day and No Doubt will be at the helm of "The New Los Angeles" MTV video for It’s Casual.

We were honored that It’s Casual and Robert Schober chose the Auditorium here at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios to film all the performance footage for “The New Los Angeles" MTV video. If pro video directors are using the Auditorium there must be a reason. Hothouse Rehearsal Studios the affordable pro studio. We’ll be posting behind the scenes video footage of "The New Los Angeles" MTV video shoot soon. So stay tuned.

But that’s not all.

Win 2 Free Tickets to this Fridays’ It’s Casual Concert
By Emailing us at studio@hothousestudios.com with the words Its Casual in the subject line. Be the 49th email and you are a WINNER!!! Please give us your contact information (Name, phone number, email address), so we can contact you and make arrangements to get you your 2 free tickets.

Show Details
It’s Casual Friday May 22 at the Relax Bar in Hollywood.
It’s Casual will be headlining the show, but the support bands are headliners too. Influential skateboarder Tony Alva and D.F.L. vocalist Tom Davis have formed a new band called G.F.P. and they’ll be blowing up the Relax Bar along with Bad Samaratins, Chapstick and the MeatMen.

Doors open at 8pm and the show begins at 9pm sharp. There is a $10 dollar admission, please 21+. Relax Bar is located at 5511 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, Ca 90027. Relax Bar is on the Northwest corner of Hollywood and Western.

Email us now at studio@hothousestudio.com and
Be the 49th email to Win 2 Free Tickets to
This Fridays’ It’s Casual Concert.

Learn More About It’s Casual at our Artist Listing here

100+ Frequent Rehearsal Cards
30 Hours of FREE Rehearsal Time Handed Out

There has been a huge positive response to the Frequent Rehearsal Program from the community of bands and artist that use the Hothouse Studios facility.

Over 100 frequent rehearsal cards have been handed out and that number is growing daily. The best part is we’ve given 15 bands 30 hours of free rehearsal time amongst them and that number is growing too. So get in on the action.

Next time you’re in Hothouse Studios ask us for your Frequent Rehearsal Card.
Here’s how it works…

Rehearse 7 times and the 8th rehearsal is FREE.
It’s that simple.

But the Giveaway doesn’t stop there…

Once your Frequent Rehearsal Card has been filled up and you have received your free rehearsal, your Frequent Rehearsal Card is put into the Hothouse Studios’ monthly giveaway bowl and a winner is drawn from the bowl each month.

More chances to win FREE prizes from Hothouse Studios.Our way of saying Thank You to everyone who uses Hothouse Rehearsal Studios.

Here’s the process:
1. Pick up your Frequent Rehearsal Card next time you’re in the Hothouse.
2. After each rehearsal, have the studio manager sign off the next box on your card.
3. Once all the boxes have been stamped, we’ll schedule your FREE rehearsal.
4. Your Frequent Rehearsal Card is put into the monthly giveaway bowl.
5. You WIN

Jennifer Day at Hothouse Studios

We’ve had the pleasure of hosting the rehearsals for singer entertainer Jennifer Day’s upcoming concert May 7th, 2009. The rehearsals have been astounding and the live show is going to be HOT!

Jennifer hosts a Live Call-In TV Show called JENNIFER DAY TV at her very own theater in Sherman Oaks, California . She sings and dances to her own original music, and she takes live phone calls. It airs 3 times a week on Time Warner Cable in Los Angeles and New York. You can also see Jennifer’s show on her FREE 24 hour webcast, no login, just go to www.JenniferDay.tv

Learn more about Jennifer Day at her exclusive artist profile page at HotHouseStudis.com. Take a look.

Vocal Warm Up Techniques Why Use Them

I just posted a new article to the Band Toolbox, Career Corner drawer. It is about warming up your voice and reasons to consider, why you should begin doing so.

Hothouse Rehearsal Studios is always looking out for your welfare, with articles on music training, discounts, promotions and just spreading positivity.

Click here to read the article. Vocal Warm Up Techniques Why Use Them

Stimulus Program to Help Musicians
Hothouse Rehearsal Studios

SAVE MONEY on your next rehearsal.

Today Hothouse Studios is launching a stimulus program to help musicians in Southern California during these economic challenging times.

Here’s how you can take advantage and save on your next rehearsal.

1. Frequent Rehearsal Card (FRC)
2. Block Time Discounts
3. Daytime Discounts (Mon-Fri)
4. Single Musicians Discounts
5. Coupons
6. Print this out and bring it in for the special of the day.

Click here for stimulus program details, or book your next rehearsal by calling 562.945.1300

More ways you can WIN!

Every month Hothouse Studios is giving away cash, prizes, tickets, gift certificates, sponsoring events, and more.

HOT!!! Be sure to sign up for the U2 360º Tour Tickets give away at www.HotHouseStudios.com.

Call 562.945.1300 to learn more about this and other programs at Hothouse Studios “Where Music Grows”.

Email: studio@hothousestudios.com
Website: www.hothousestudios.com

Hothouse Rehearsal Studios "Singing Techniques"

Musicians and Artist around Southern California have grown accustom to the superb service and the clean fully operational rehearsal studios the Hothouse provides them on daily basis.

What they’re equally growing accustom to is our Career Corner drawer in the Band Toolbox here at HotHouseStudios.com .

Open up the Career Corner drawer in the Band Toolbox and you’ll find a wealth of articles on various subjects relating to music, music training and this business of music.

We’ve just posted “Overview of Singing Techniques”.
Go Ahead Take a Look.

The Dares
Write Theme Song for
Sony Online Video Game Free Realms

Jive recording artist The Dares were back at Hothouse Studios on Monday preparing for their recording session over at Ocean studios in Burbank. Ben, Martin and Matt are recording a new song titled “It’s Your World” which will be used as the theme song for the new online video game “Free Realms” being released by Sony Online Entertainment this spring.

This is huge because Sony is the leading developer and publisher of video and online games and being asked to record the theme song for “Free Realms” is a career builder. Multi-Platinum producer Toby Wright is producing “It’s Your World” for the Dares and Sony Online.

Learn more about the Dares here.

Free Realms brings to life a whimsical virtual world where gamers can explore, compete, raise pets and socialize. This exciting game is a new way for PC gamers to connect online in a safe, online, family-friendly environment. Free Realms offers a wide variety of gameplay mechanics, including exploration, combat, race car driving, pet raising, mini-games and social networking.

Your Frequent Rehearsal Program
HotHouse Rehearsal Studios



Next time you’re in Hothouse Studios ask us for your Frequent Rehearsal Card.
Here’s how it works…

Rehearse 7 times and the 8th rehearsal is FREE.
It’s that simple.

But the Giveaway doesn’t stop there…

Once your Frequent Rehearsal Card has been filled up and you have received your free rehearsal, your Frequent Rehearsal Card is put into the Hothouse Studios monthly giveaway bowl and a winner is drawn from the bowl each month. More chances to win FREE prizes from Hothouse Studios.

Our way of saying Thank You
To everyone who uses
Hothouse Rehearsal Studios.

Here’s the process:
1. Pick up your Frequent Rehearsal Card next time you’re in the Hothouse.
2. After each rehearsal, have the studio manager sign off the next box on your card.
3. Once all the boxes have been stamped, we’ll schedule your FREE rehearsal.
4. Your Frequent Rehearsal Card is put into the monthly giveaway bowl.
5. You WIN

Royal Crown Revue
Appearing Live at the
Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts



The Royal Crown Revue is a great group of guys and gals that perform Genuine Classic American Music. This Saturday March 14, 2009 they will be appearing Live at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts.

This show will be the world premiere of a totally new revue with new songs and showgirls. There’ll be special performances by Tough Guy Crooner Eddie Nichols, Sultry Songbird Miss Jennifer Keith, World Fabulous Showgirl Eliza Bane, Bombshell Showgirl Mia Vixen and Impresario Maxwelle DeMille.

It’s sure to be a swinging, jumping and rocking night so buy your tickets now. Call 1.800.300.4345 or visit www.cerritoscenter.com

Have a great show from all of us here at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Where Music Grows.

MTV “Making His Band” DIDDY
Here is an Chance to Get In The Game

MTV’s “Making His Band”
Casting Musicians & Vocalists!!
Audition to Tour with P. DIDDY
Saturday, Mar 7 10:00a to 6:00p
at CENTERSTAGING, Burbank, CA

CASTING CALL
Musicians & Vocalists
Diddy is recording his next album “Last Train to Paris,” and he’s looking for anall-star band to back him up on tour, and YOU could be a part of it!

MAKING HIS BAND is looking for
Male & Female who play:GUITAR • BASS • KEYBOARDS • DRUMS

BACKUP SINGERS
Male or Female

Guitars and Bass, bring your instruments; Drums, bring your sticks;Keyboards and Singers, bring yourselves. We’ll provide the rest!

AUDITIONS START AT 10:00AM:
(Line starts at 7am)

LOS ANGELES:
Saturday, March 7, 2009
CENTERSTAGING
3400 Winona Ave.Burbank, CA 91504
CHICAGO:
Saturday, March 14,
2009AVILA (formally Club 720)203 W. Superior st.
Chicago, IL 60620
DETROIT:
Saturday, March 21, 2009
MUSIC HALL - Center for the Performing Arts350 MadisonDetroit, MI 48226
NEW YORK:
Saturday, March 28, 2009
S.I.R. REHEARSAL STUDIOS
520 West 25th St. (Between 10th & 11th Ave)New York, NY 10001

If you’re 18 or older and you think you’ve got what Diddy’s is looking for, come out and prove it!
You must be a U.S. Citizen or legal resident to audition
(You must bring a valid I.D. to show proof of age)

THE SONG LIST HAS BEEN POSTED – VISIT OFTEN FOR UPDATES
www.myspace.com/mtvmakinghisband or go to makinghisband.mtv.com

Get in the Game and have FUN

Mind-blowing Rehearsal

Hothouse Studios has hosted some remarkable rehearsal sessions with the likes of Dramarama, Oingo Boingo, Willy G and thee Midnighters, Ian Mitchell (Bay City Rollers), Leif Garrett, David Pomeranz, Jasmine Trias, Jimmy Hall (Wet Willy), the Rat Pack stage show… gracing our studio, but

Last night Hothouse Studios hosted a truly amazing rehearsal session. I lost count but at least a dozen young vocalist and their parents as the audience, rehearsed in the auditorium for their upcoming performances. One thing to understand is; these singers were grade, middle school and maybe high school aged children. The power and confidence they performed with, was uncanny. They sang with freedom and from their souls. These are usually the traits of a seasoned veteran. These kids blew my mind with their talents and to watch and hear them perform was like attending a concert in our own studio.

Being a parent of young children, I can appreciate all the efforts and support their parents have put into their young prodigies and it was fun to see all the parents clapping and cheering on, all the kids, as each child got up to perform their song for them.

These parents wanted the best backing band they could find for their children, so who else would they choose, none other than our dear friend keyboardist Tateng Katindig and his crew of talented musicians. Myke on guitar, Edwin on the bass, and Dave on drums.

What a joy to witness such an incredible event.

Basic Winners of the
2009 Troy High School Battle of the Band
Receive their prize from Hothouse Studios a
Free video for their song Summer.



In partnership with John Easdale of Dramarama, Hothouse Studios was proud to sponsor the prizes for the 2009 Troy High Band of the Bands. A wood music band called Basic was the grand prize winner. Watch the video and you will understand why I say wood music. Their prize was a live multi-tracked audio recording and accompanying live video.

This music video finds the boys performing a beautiful tune titled Summer. The band members in Basic are bunch of fine young men; they are: Daniel Lee (electric guitar), Brian Moon (bass), Daniel Park (acoustic guitar and vocals) and John Zhang (acoustic guitar).

The video was produced by Hothouse Studio TV. Recorded LIVE in the auditorium at Hothouse Studios where music grows.

John Easdale with the band Dramarama was the judge and that is him saying drum roll please as he announces Basic the winner of the contest.

Music and Magic
with special guests
Jasmine Trias and David Pomeranz

Ask any owner of a studio, be it a rehearsal, recording, film and video, dance and any configuration of the above you would like and that owner will share with you this.

Studio business can be a rough and tumble business not for the faint of heart and the amount of work necessary to keep their studios in top shape for artist is immense.

With that said…

It is days when the studio is graced with out of this world talent that we dance and sing. It is the days when multi-platinum award-winning recording artist, songwriter and performer, David Pomeranz and breathtaking singer-entertainer and American Idol third place finalist Jasmine Trias are in your studios and you get to witness their magnificent talent first hand, those are the days my friends.

David and Jasmine are the special guest’s artist for a show at Pechanga Resort and Casino with the wonderfully talented trio Fe de los Reyes, Eva Caparas and Jet Montelibano who are Music and Magic.

Once again our long time friend and keyboardist Tateng Katindig is MD’ing the show and our good friends Myke (guitar), Yoyong (keys), Edwin (bass), and Dave (drums) were filling the studio up with the solid music our vocalist need to sing!!!

Here is a photo of David and Jasmine


Check out the Hothouse Photo Gallery we’ll posting more photographs from the sessions.

Troy H.S. Battle of the Bands
Dramarama | Hothouse Studios

This coming Tuesday February 3, Troy High School in Fullerton, Ca will be holding a Battle of the Bands at Plummer Auditorium in Fullerton, 201 E Chapman Ave Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 626-3890. The show starts at 6:30pm is an all ages event and the ticket cost is $10 at door. Special performance by Dramarama.

Dramarama will be judging the contest as well as playing a few tunes. Hothouse Studios is sponsoring the prizes for the event.

First Place Prize: Music video of the band.
First Runner Up: Audio recording.
Second Runner Up: 2 free hours of rehearsal time at Hothouse Studios in Santa Fe Springs, Ca.

All proceeds benefit the Troy Special Ed. Department. Troy High School is the alma mater of Social Distortion and what great group will emerge from this years Battle of the Bands is anyone’s guess. Come on down to the show and take a look for yourself.

Why is Hothouse sponsoring a high school event? First, Hothouse Rehearsal Studios supports education for our young people and especially the great work being done at Troy. Secondly, Hothouse Studios was established to help our local talent achieve their goals.

Troy High is well known for being one of the top 30 High Schools in the country, as well as having the #1 computer science program in the world, yes, the world. What is less known is that Troy has a stellar, absolutely second-to-none Special Education Department.

The teachers, staff, and administrators not only do what they can to help make high school the rewarding academic experience it should be, but they also give an enormous amount of their hearts and time to help give the students in the Special Ed program many social and recreational opportunities--dances, parties, camping trips, Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, trips to San Diego things that typical high school kids take for granted.

In the past, the department was able to raise their own funds to pay for these adventures so that there was zero or minimal cost to students--many of whom are in foster care or group homes and would otherwise be unable to attend--but the rules have changed and they are no longer able to raise these funds themselves.

The Troy ASB has graciously agreed to give the proceeds from the Battle of the Bands to the Special ED Dept.

If you are at all able, please come out and give your support.

What: Troy High School Battle of the Bands
Special performance by Dramarama
When: Tuesday February 3, 2009 at 6:30pm
Where: Plummer Auditorium
201 E Chapman Ave Fullerton, CA 92832
(714) 626-3890
Cost: $10 at the door.


For an Unrivaled Audio | Video | Rehearsal Experience
Visit Hothouse Studios

Thursday, January 29, 2009 at 5:30 P.M.
Come Meet, Greet and Experience a Drum Clinic with

Aaron Rossi
Of
Ministry

Aaron Rossi of Ministry Guitar Center Drum Clinic


Aaron Rossi has shared the stage and the studio with the likes of MINISTRY, JOHN 5, PRONG, WEAPON X and many others. His double bass speed and precision have scored him endorsement deals with DDrum, Pro-Mark Sticks, Sabian Cymbals and more! Come learn the tricks and techniques of this pro and Hothouse Studio friend.

This event is FREE and open to the public
Limited seating is available; please contact a sales person for info.
At
Guitar Center
Fountain Valley
18361 Euclid St. Fountain Valley, Ca 92708
714.241.9140

Filmed in the Auditorium at Hothouse Studios
for our good friends Aaron Rossi and Guitar Center.
Pacific CX series maple drum kit by DW, Sabian Cymbals, Yamaha Hardware, Evans EC2 heads.

Make A Star Original Music Contest
News from Hothouse Studios

The unique web to TV talent show, Make a Star, (MakeAStar.com) on Fuse TV is about to close its Original Music Contest for submissions to its Audition Phase. Artists and bands with original music must upload their videos to MakeAStar.com by noon PST on January 30 in order to have their submissions eligible for judging to advance to the Hollywood Phase of the contest.

Submissions are free, and the new show is causing a sensation because it is the first talent show to offer artists and bands everywhere an equal chance to win the fame of national TV exposure, a potential record contract, and a $10,000 grand prize.

Make A Star TV is the first web-to-TV talent show of its kind. It launched as a syndicated program on Fuse TV in December 2008. The 30-minute show is broadcast on Saturdays at 10.30am (EST and PST). The 13 part series concludes in March, when the grand prize winner will be announced.

All the artists and bands using Hothouse Studios are encouraged to enter. Just shoot a video of yourselves (or have a friend do it), and upload it from any computer. If you don't have a computer, you can ask for help at your public library, school or Hothouse Studios. Hothouse Rehearsal Studios is entering into the swing of things, because we want to help local talent make it onto a national stage.

>>> IMPORTANT INFORMATION <<<
Even those without a video camera can participate, because MakeAStar.com also offers the opportunity to sing from a webcam directly into site-based software.


The Original Music Contest's Audition Phase, allows artists and bands anywhere in the US to get their work exposed on MakeAStar.com, and potentially on TV. The Audition Phase winners will advance to a 4 week face-off (the Hollywood Phase) from which the final winner of the Original Music Contest will emerge on March 14.

"The unique equal chance opportunity of MakeAStar.com and the Make A Star TV show is that an artist or band can upload a video at the beginning of a week at no cost, and at the end of the week find that same video featured on a national TV show because their work impressed the judges and the public" said Dr. Iman Foroutan, inventor of the Make A Star contest platform.

Make A Star's online contest system is a patented process whereby thousands of videos can be pitted against each other in a bracketed tournament system. All music genres are featured. In each round, videos getting the most votes each week advance to the next bracket round until the most popular videos emerge to be included in the TV show. The system prevents multiple votes for a single contestant by the same user and provides flexible vote weighting for both fans and industry judges, so contestants get the fairest possible consideration.


Good Luck from Hothouse Rehearsal Studios and www.hothousestudios.com

It’s not all work at 2009 NAMM.

Friday while we were over at the DBZ Guitars booth admiring the new line of guitars designed by world renowned guitar maker, Dean B. Zelinsky, master builder of exquisite electric and acoustic guitars, and founder of Dean Guitars we made some new friends.

I was delighted to meet Shay Lyn. She was genuinely welcoming and warm to us and on a convention floor that says a lot about the wonderful spirit Shay possess. Thanks for re-energizing me Shay.

Zelinsky is premiering his new company DBZ Guitars here at the 2009 winter NAMM convention. He has partnered with Diamond Amplifications owner Jeff Diamant to form DBZ Guitars and as Dean says Diamond amps are second to none and add cache to the DBZ guitar brand.

Take a look around their websites.
www.dbzguitars.com
www.diamondamplification.com
www.shay-lyn.com

Pictured: Shay Lyn and Richard Morales

Welcome from Hothouse Studios.
The unrivaled value in your audio/visual recording and rehearsal experience.

NAMM Rose Parade Float Wins
President’s Trophy Award

To celebrate the joys and benefits of playing music, NAMM—the not-for-profit association of the music products industry—has teamed with Sesame Workshop and Music for All to create a "musical extravaganza" float for the 2009 Tournament of Roses Parade.

The float was awarded the President's Trophy for excellence in floral use and presentation.

Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit educational organization behind “Sesame Street” and is a well-known advocate for integrating music into its program to help children viewers learn and grow.

Music for All's mission is to create positive life-changing experiences through music. This is the second time Music for All has formed the Bands of America Honor Band, an ensemble representing high schools nationwide. This is the fourth year that “Sesame Street” has collaborated with NAMM on a float for the Tournament of Roses Parade.

This year's band comprises more than 300 musical performers, a 22-member dance team and a 32-member flag team.

The Honor Band played a live original medley of "Sesame Street" hit tunes, and a variety of other musical pieces celebrating the joys of making music. The musical compilation will feature six different solo breaks to highlight each of the individual segments of the marching band ensemble.

NAMM is returning to the parade for the sixth consecutive year and is once again showcasing its message that playing music brings powerful benefits for people of all ages. Overflowing with live music and depictions of how much fun playing music can be for everyone, the NAMM float and Music For All's Honor Band joined to form a featured "mega" unit.

The flower-covered creation is comprised of a larger float with three smaller satellite "pods" riding alongside it, and featured a variety of musical talent. Onboard the main float was an animated Big Bird shown playing a horn. Performing on the main float was a string quartet, a jazz combo, and two backup vocalists—all against the backdrop of the traditional "Sesame Street" lamppost.

The three pods featured a sculpted Elmo character along with a saxophone soloist; a crafted Abby Cadabby and a Latin guitarist; and a large sculpture of Oscar the Grouch and two garbage can percussionists. A 24-person World Drumming unit performed alongside the float with the marching band ensemble.

Happy New Year!

May 2009 be a Wonderful Year for You. Bringing Good Health, Peace and Prosperity to All!

Hothouse Studios Your Rehearsal Solution

Roca Firme
Live StudioTV at HotHouseStudios.com

This Saturday January 3, 2009 Live StudioTV from the auditorium at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios meet and hear new music from alternative rock powerhouse Roca Firme.

Join us and a live audience of Roca Firme’s fans while they personally interact with Sari, OB, Moi, Bobby and Moe in an exclusive and imitate meet and greet. Then we’ll be treated to a live performance of brand new material as they prepare for the beginning of the Christ The Music Tour in late January 2009.

Who: Roca Firme
When: January 3, 2009 at 7pm (PST)
Where: Live TV HotHouseStudios.com click here

Hothouse Studios your rehearsal studio solution!

Watch LiveTV as We Select the
Winner of our ESP Viper Guitar Giveaway
Here at Hothouse Studios.

What: Grand Prize Winner Selection
Where: On the web at http://www.hothousestudios.com/ click on LiveTV
When: Sunday December 21st at noon (PST).

Watch LIveTV as we reach into the bag and select the name of our grand prize winner, in the Awesome Autumn ESP Viper Guitar Giveaway here at Hothouse Studios.

Happiness ~ Peace ~ Prosperity
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Thank You!!! Keywords for the Season

Thank you for your support in 2008.

This has been an amazing and rewarding year.
We’d like to take this time to reiterate our commitment to
Helping you achieve your musical objectives in 2009.

Have a Happy Holiday Season and a Prosperous New Year.

From your friends at Hothouse Studios.

Oil Spill
Voted Top 100
Unsigned Bands in America


Oil Spill the Alternative Rock band out of the Downey/Bellflower area of Los Angeles has been one of our favorite bands since they first walked into the Hothouse and started rocking the place.

Now Zee, Ruben, Q and VJ have been voted one of the Top 100 Best Unsigned Bands in the Nation in the 17th Annual Hot 100 Poll by Music Connection Magazine.

This is a great accomplishment for Oil Spill and validates their talent and artistic quality. In June 2008 Music Connection became a nationally distributed magazine and this years 17th Annual Hot 100 Unsigned Bands and Artists listing, was open to every region of the country, not just Southern California, making this year’s list the most competitive ever.

In addition to the Music Connection staff, journalists, club bookers, publicists and other industry professionals from across the nation were involved in determining the results of the 2008 poll.

Congratulation guys from the community here at Hothouse Studios.

Learn more about Oil Spill here

Check the list for other bands at the online version of Music Connection; it’s very cool the way it works. See it here.

Stretch Your Holiday Dollars with
Hothouse Studios Equipment Affiliates

Our music equipment affiliate Musicians Friend and GuitarCenter.com are constantly offering discounts to help keep the costs of creating music down.

So Stretch your Holiday Dollars this Christmas by taking advantage of their discounts.

Helping you Conserve Money is just another reason why
Hothouse Studios is an UNRIVALED VALUE!!!

Save Up to $75 Instantly with the MF23 Coupon at Musician's Friend (exp: 12/31)

NAMM and Making Music Magazine Share
Top Musical Gift Picks for 2008 Holiday Season

National Consumer Survey Results Confirm the Gift of Music as the Perfect Choice for Kids and Adults

Learning to play a musical instrument is one of the top New Year's resolutions, according to a survey of 1,000 consumers conducted this week by Impulse Research and commissioned by NAMM, the international trade association for the music products industry. Survey results also show that giving musical instruments may be the perfect gift to help friends and family reduce stress, provide a fulfilling form of entertainment, and bring the family closer together this holiday season.

In the survey, which polled men and women aged 18 years and older across the United States, singing and playing holiday music with the family was reported as one of the top two holiday stress-busters. Additionally, an overwhelming 86 percent of survey participants responded that given the current economic climate, they will be seeking less expensive forms of entertainment during the holidays, such as music making, that the family can enjoy together at home.

"More than ever, people of all ages are making music as a means of stress relief, personal enjoyment and a way to bond with friends and family," said Joe Lamond, president and CEO of NAMM. "The survey results illustrate the continued, valued role of music in our society, especially during the holidays."

Recognizing the increased appeal of music this holiday season, Making Music magazine, a consumer lifestyle magazine that reaches music makers of all ages and skill levels, has picked the most popular music gifts for the year, helping to remove the guess-work from holiday shopping. Listed below are the music world's most highly anticipated, in-demand new instruments and musical technology available on the market. (Note gift categories are separated into appropriate age categories and tailored for every musical level and budget.)

"It's never too early or too late to learn how to play music, and instruments are perfect gifts for anyone on your holiday list, no matter what age or level of experience," said Antoinette Follett, editor-in-chief of Making Music magazine. "Music gifts can be enjoyed by both the recipient and the gift-giver, as they're also an investment in the lifelong appreciation of music."

"To give the gift of music this holiday season, there's no better place to look than your local, community music store," added Lamond, "where you can find quality instruments and other tools to make music a greater part of holiday traditions."

For more information on NAMM, to find a local music dealer near you, or to learn how to play music at any age, visit NAMM's Wanna Play? Web site at http://www.wannaplaymusic.com.

TOP MUSIC GIFT PICKS FOR 2008 HOLIDAY SEASON
by Making Music magazine in association with NAMM

Top 10 Hot Holiday Gift Ideas

1) Ovation iDea - MSRP: $859
It is the first and only guitar featuring a built-in MP3 recorder/player, allowing musicians to record music, for lessons or songwriting--ideal for guitarists of all ability and style.

2) Schecter Stiletto Studio-4 Bass - MSRP: $969
The EMG-Hz pickups and active 3-band tone circuitry provide bass players output for all situations.

3) Normandy Chrome Archtop Guitar - MSRP: $3,199
The first-to-market aluminum body electric guitars are a perfect holiday gift for experienced guitarists, and players who need a lighter body guitar.

4) Yamaha Clavinova CVP 40 - Starting at $3,995
Audio recorder feature of the Clavinova digital piano lets you record your performance directly to a USB storage device; you can also connect a microphone to record singing or other instruments.

5) Roland V-Drums Lite - MSRP: $999
Conveniently compact and stylish all-in-one electronic drum kit.

6) iKEY Plus - MSRP: $69
Records live audio to MP3 or WAV to a USB storage device in real time.

7) Numark TTi - MSRP: $449
Allows quick, easy connection to any mixer for instant playback from your iPod or vinyl records.

8) Roland FR-2 V-Accordion - MSRP: $7,000
Has the look and feel of a traditional accordion but all the advantages of digital control--enriched with a wide palette, from percussion to bass, organ, strings, etc., to provide wider tonal choice.

9) Hohner Bob Dylan Signature Harmonica - MSRP: $129
Premier harmonica designed by the legendary harpsmith Bob Dylan.

10) Peavey Vypyr 30 30W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp - MSRP: $279
Technologically advanced and affordable guitar modeling amplifier.

Top 10 for Youth
1) Daisy Rock Siren Vivacious Violet - MSRP: $399
Looking for a guitar for the next Hannah Montana in your family? This purple-licious guitar has a slim neck profile, making for easier playing for people with smaller hands.

2) Fender Squier MINI Player - MSRP $249
For a young guitarist, there may be no better starting guitar than the Squier MINI Player. An amplifier, speaker and distortion are built right into the guitar.

3) Raven RG20 Amplifier - MSRP: $199
A powerful and affordable amplifier with tons of features, includes a chromatic tuner, distortion switch, global EQ, digital delay/reverb, and an MP3/CD/Tape input. The headphone jack makes it perfect for quiet practices.

4) Jim Dunlop Jimi Hendrix Signature Wah - MSRP: $205
Unmistakable wah tone heard on several Hendrix classics

5) Yamaha NP-30 Digital Piano - MSRP: $399
Yamaha's Graded Soft Touch action helps bring the overall weight of the NP-30 down to less than half of Yamaha's previous light-weight champ, the P70.

6) M-Audio Torq Xponent - MSRP: $759
DJ performance production system.

7) Gemini CDJ-505 Professional Tabletop Player - MSRP: $399
Ideal choice for serious home, mobile and club DJs.

8) Panyard, Inc. Jumbie Jam - MSRP: $250
Small steel drum, brings the sounds of Calypso home.

9) Alesis USB PRO Drum Kit - MSRP: $799
Electronic drum kit, great for taking the next step from RockBand!

10) Tama IS58C Imperialstar 18 5-Piece Compact Drum Kit - MSRP: $899
Great "entry-level" drum set.

Top 10 for Beginners
1) Epiphone Les Paul Special II Electric Guitar and Amp Pack - MSRP: $480
Everything you need to get started with a super low price.

2) Ibanez V Series V70CE Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar - MSRP: $299
A solid guitar at a beginner's price--sounds great plugged in or played acoustically. Soft cutaway helps you reach the high notes.

3) Gibson Les Paul Vintage Mahogany Electric Guitar - MSRP: $1,379
The most affordable carved-top mahogany Les Paul on the market, provides the warm tone Les Paul's are known for
.
4) Yamaha PSR-E413 portable keyboard - MSRP: $399
USB connection allows beginner musicians to download and play along with pieces from the internet.

5) Line 6 POD X3 Guitar Multi Effect Processor - MSRP: $559
Awe-inspiring multi-effects processor.

6) Tascam Portable CD-GT2 trainer - MSRP: $199
Practice and learn fast licks, rhythm parts, and solos from your favorite artists. Slow down the speed of a CD without changing the pitch. Includes pitch and key control; tuner; and metronome
.
7) Roland RMP-5 Rhythm Coach - MSRP: $279
Makes doing rudiments fun-Over 50 onboard sounds and a roster of invaluable exercises; measures accuracy score, quiet control, and stroke balance

8) Alesis SR-18 Professional Drum Machine - MSRP: $259
SR-18 raises the bar for sound quality, ease of use, and flexibility--a versatile percussion bank. Whatever the playing style, the SR-18 has something for you!

9) Toca Black Mama 13" Djembe - MSRP: $270
Hand carved from authentic environmentally friendly mahogany wood--a perfect drum for any drum circle or gathering where durability, tone and stability are prerequisites.

10) Meinl Siam Oak String Cajon - MSRP: $249
Drummers and percussionists appreciate the cajon for its diversity of sound--perfect for unplugged gigs or sessions. Authentic Afro-Cuban wooden box percussion instrument with beautiful Makah burlwood frontplate.

Stocking Stuffers
1) The Slapstik - MSRP: $9.95 (each)
Innovative drumsticks with flexible tips.

2) Prohands Exerciser Gripmaster - MSRP: $15.95
Hand exerciser to help to increase speed, endurance, or strength for better music playing.

3) iKey iConnex - MSRP: $69.99
A portable USB sound card is perfect for musicians on the go.

4) BOSS TU-80 - MSRP: $39
This pocket-sized tuner offers a bright LCD and a built-in metronome and can tune almost any instrument.

5) Roll up the Drum Kit - MSRP: $59.99
Equipped with 6 sensor pads, this drum kit can roll up neatly and be stored in a desk drawer.

6) SmartMusic accompaniment software - Home Subscription Price: $30/year or $11.95/month

Allows students to play along with professional ensembles.
7) De:Chorder - MSRP: $29.95
Musical Chord Transposer quickly and easily transposes chords from one key to another.

8) Remo Didgeharp Shaker - MSRP: $12.95
Combines the sound of the Jaw Harp and Australian Didgeridoo in a compact instrument.

9) Tone Gear String Cleaner - MSRP: $12.99
Helps extend the life of your strings by cleaning in a revolutionary 360 degrees.

10) Robo Key - MSRP: $29.95
Quadruples wrist-turning speed to quickly loosen and tighten long drum bolts.


ABOUT MAKING MUSIC
Better Living through Recreation Music Making(R) is a bi-monthly consumer lifestyle magazine for adult amateur and recreational musicians. The magazine publishes articles on music theory, technique, health, and the benefits of music making. It is intended for musicians at all playing levels, and is available nationally on newsstands and by subscription. For more information visit www.makingmusicmag.com.
SOURCE: National Association of Music Merchants

The Rat Pack Rehearses at Hothouse Studios

That’s right Frank, Sammy, Marilyn, Dean and Jerry along with their big brass band began rehearsals for their stage show which will hit the theater circuit in 2009.

The rehearsals are mind blowing and the music and singing is beyond belief. The band is comprised of 5 saxophones players, 3 trumpet players, 3 trombone players, bass and drums, keyboards, and 2 percussionists who back our 5 singers. If you close your eyes during rehearsal it seems as if these legendary performers are in the studio. That’s how accurate the singing talent and musicianship is.

With rehearsal studios popping up everyday, it’s a privilege that the Hothouse Studio facility was chosen by the shows producers, Carlos, Roger and Bobby to hold the Rat Pack show rehearsals.

Antagonist Rehearses for
Whittier Daily News Story

I’ll have more news tomorrow, but our favorite sons Carlos, Matt, Paul and my good bud Lond from the band Antagonist are rehearsing and taking photos for an article to be written about them for the Whittier Daily News. Congratulations guys, main stream press. Wow!

The Antagonist story is newsworthy. It’s a story of resiliency, solid musicianship, belief, success, failure, consistency, and most newsworthy is it’s a story about four young men who have done it with integrity and honesty. Hothouse Studios seconds that notion.

Place: Auditorium Sound Stage Hothouse Rehearsal Studios.
Time: Closed Session
Date: 11-14-08

Tateng Katindig
“A Night of Music and Love”

I am so grateful to my friend Tateng Katindig. Besides being an awesome keyboardist and musical director he is such a fine person.
Thank you Tateng for all the great music and smiles you bring to the Hothouse.

When Tateng (keys), Ner (sax), Myke (guitar), George (percussion), Yoyong (keys), Dominic (bass), and Abe (drum) show up to rehearse, you can be assured the vocal talent that works with them will make you skin goose bump up. It’s that good.

Well the rehearsals over these last three days have just blown me away, even for Tetang. This time he brought with him world class vocalists. Ella May Saison the Philippines superstar was in the studio.

But that was just the beginning. Ella May is one of 12 Filipino talents who performed Saturday night (11.08.08) at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles in a show titled “A Night of Music and Love”.

Aside from Ella May, Tirso Cruz III, Jessa Zaragoza, Dingdong Avanzado, Leandro Munoz, Patricia Javier, Michael Laygo, Ladine Roxas, Mon David, Louie Reyes, Anthony Castelo, and Marco Sison are singing in the show. Famous composer Vehnee Saturno is the stage director, with Tateng as the shows musical director.

In fact, Aragon Entertainment Productions (USA), owned by producer Rogel Aragon is touring “A Night of Music and Love” in the US, with the performance on Saturday serving as a grand preview of what to expect from the show. It was a pleasure meeting John Salas VP of Sales and Marketing at Aragon Entertainment. It’s always great to meet people with integrity in this business.

Some times I just pinch myself. I’m so pleased with phase one of the “auditorium” remodel, our mini sound stage here at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. When I look into the auditorium and see a sound stage full of; 7 professional musicians and 13 world class vocalists, the room bursting with music, all comfortable and pleased with the sound they are hearing, I know then our facility is unrivaled in quality and value.

Thank Goodness We’re Able to VOTE

Hothouse Rehearsal Studios
Supports Our Right to Vote.
Let Your Voice be Heard.

Does Your Band Need a Label To Make It?

Read the new article in the Band Toolbox at HothouseStudios.com to answer the question for yourself. Read it here.

Psycho Realm, Life after Mary, As Is, So Cal Connection

After going door to door collecting your candy tonight, use your costume and get out to a Halloween event. All the clubs will be hopping. I’m sure one of your favorite local bands is performing somewhere tonight.

Here are some suggestions, just from the bands that were in the studio last night.

Tonight 10.31.08
§ The Psycho Realm is the special guest for Cypress Hill at Haunted Hill 2008. This Live Nation event will be at the Wiltern 3790 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, Ca, Phone: 213.388.1400, starting at 9pm.

§ Life after Mary and As Is are performing at Fright Fest at the 5150 Bar and Lounge, 15455 Valley Blvd., City of Industry, Ca Phone: 626.961.5150. Besides all the great Live music there is a $300 sexy costume contest.

Saturday 11.1.08
§ So Cal Connection performing at the Halloween Hang-Over at the Imperial Strip restaurant and bar 14137 Imperial Hwy (at Valley View), La Mirada, Ca starting at 9pm.

Have a great time and be safe.

Bone Yard Drums
A Hothouse Rehearsal Studios
Partner Profile

Bone Yard Drums and Hothouse Rehearsal Studios have been working together since Bone Yards’ owner Pat Cottle and I first met. I can’t tell you how long Pat and I have known each other it seems like I’ve always been friends with Pat. It’s one of those cool, easy friendships.

I do remember the first time I met Pat. I heard this really fine drumming emanating from one of the studios, so as I often do, after his session completed, I complimented him on his drumming technique. During that conversation I learned not only could Pat play a set of drums he also had a vast knowledge about drum repair and maintenance.

Well, up until this time I was maintaining all the drum kits here at the Hothouse. If you haven’t maintained a drum kit before, (cleaned it, put new skins on it, tuned it, etc…) then you probably don’t realize, it takes hours of time to go through just one kit. So I asked Pat if he’d be interested in taking on this task.

At first Pat was changing the heads and maintaining the drums here at Hothouse Studios exclusively. One day he came to me with the initial idea for Bone Yard Drums. I thought it was a wonderful idea. We started brainstorming that very day and I’ve been honored that Pat has sought my advice in these early developmental stages of Bone Yard Drums.

Now Bone Yard Drums has burst onto the drum rental, drum cartage, drum repair and restoration scene and this rapid growth is being fueled by two things; Pat’s honesty and integrity. Hothouse Studios seconds that motion.

Learn more about Bone Yard Drum’s at their website www.boneyarddrums.com.

Hothouse Studio is affiliated with all sorts of music service providers and vendors. Find out more about them on our links and musicians resource page. Click here.

Hothouse Studios
Provides PA system for
Marva King’s F.Y.E. in Store Performance

Mavra King is in the early promotional stages for her new CD release “Grown & Sexy” and performed live and signed CD’s for a packed crowd Friday night (10-17-08) at an in store event at F.Y.E. music at the Stone Wood Mall in Downey, California.

Hothouse Studios provided the PA system and sound engineering for the event and continues to offer professional sound systems and engineering for live events.

“It’s a real blast working with pros like Marva, Will (keys), Kenyatta (background vocals) and KJ (guitar)” and I was honored to be chosen by Marva for such an important event.

Keeping Down the Cost of Creating Music
Save 15% Off Strings, Straps, Picks, Sticks & Drumheads!
Hothouse Studios and Musicians Friend

Our music equipment affiliate Musicians Friend is constantly offering discounts to help keep the costs of creating music down.

Click here to save an extra 15% off an assortment of equipment.

Yes creating music has a cost although it may seem hidden to the naked eye. I especially feel for drummers. Cymbals are not inexpensive.

At Hothouse Rehearsal each of our sound studios is equipped with Sabian B8 14” hi-hats, 16” and 18” medium crashes and a 20” ride.

Just one reason why
Hothouse Rehearsal Studios is an
UNRIVALED VALUE!!!

Eddie Solis and HotHouse Rehearsal Studios
Bring You the Awesome Autumn Giveaway

Fresh from opening the show for Mastodon in Athens, Georgia, and his is radio interview with DJ Angel Orozco at www.kcaaradio.com the NBC radio affiliate out of San Bernardino, California, Eddie Solis hybrid guitarist/bassist with the band It’s Casual has found time to partner with www.HotHouseStudios.com for our Awesome Autumn seasonal Giveaway.

Win an ESP Viper 400 with case, the same guitar Eddie will be using when he’s on stage this Friday 10.17.08 at The Viper Room in West Hollywood California, with Fireball Ministry & The Knives!!

Here’s what you do to enter.
Subscribe to the Hot Sheet
Click Here
Choose your favorite It’s Casual song from the following list.
<> The New Los Angeles,
<> LAPD,
<> Too Many Kids
<> The Redline.

Click here for your chance to Win

It’s Casual opening for Mastodon

Eddie Solis and W.C.E. form the pulse knocking hardcore metal punk band It’s Casual and they have been performing at bigger and bigger events, and now are opening for Mastodon at the 15th Anniversary Shindig Extravaganza for Chunklet Magazine in Athens, Georgia this Saturday October 11th, 2008.

Too boot, from the hit NBC show “Just Shoot Me”, comedian Brian Posehn will entertain the crowd throughout the night.

This is a titanic show for It’s Casual…Congratulations!!! and Well Deserved. Eddie and Wal are a hard working band and their talent and intense work ethic is paying off.

Check It’s Casual Tour Schedule here.

Eddie and Wal are some of the first guys I meet when the Hothouse opened 5 years ago and it is rewarding to see them rise up from the community of artist here at Hothouse Studios.

So it’s not surprising that Eddie and the Hothouse have joined together to bring you a remarkably cool giveaway this Autumn.

Subscribe to the Hot Sheet
Win a
ESP Viper 400 Guitar
with Case
As Used By
EDDIE SOLIS OF
IT’S CASUAL

Subscribe here

HotSheet
Vol. 2 no. 7
October 2008

Hothouse Happenings
What a month September has been. Phase one of the Auditorium Showcase Studio was completed and came online the last week of the month. Hothouse Studios has constructed for your use, one of the top pro sound studios in the United States. Call to book your next recording project, video or photography shoot or rehearsal in a pro studio at an affordable price.

September 2008 Giveaway Winner
The winners are:

$50 Cash
Noel Dones - Keyboardist for Quantum Wave.

Studio A Rehearsal Time 3 Free Hours!
Kevin Gomez - Drummer for Kevin, Carlos & Ruth

Free Book
"1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die".
Anthony Robles - Guitarist for Life After Mary
Art Ruiz - Guitar & Vocals for Bullet to Eden
Carlos Garcia - Keyboardist for The Curse
Henry Palma - Guitarist for HeadStone 66

Congratulations Noel, Kevin, Anthony, Art, Carlos and Henry!

If you are receiving the Hot Sheet you are entered into all the monthly giveaways.

Our October 2008 Giveaway will have Several Lucky Winners
Winner 1: Performance Video of your Band. A $400 value.
Winner 2: Three FREE hours of rehearsal time in studio A. $60 value.
Winner 3: $50 Cold Cash

Make sure we have your email address, name and phone number.

Spotlight Band
Marva King
The exquisite voice of Marva King has filled studio A these past few months. Marva has been rehearsing for her upcoming tour to support her latest CD “Grown & Sexy”. The 1st single “Afro” is already being deemed a commercial Club and Radio hit.

Marva’s voice has been heard on the albums by the who’s who in rock from Phil Collins to Prince. She is an accomplished stage, movie and television actress and stared in the multimillion dollar-grossing stage production and DVD “Diary of a Mad Black Women”. Read more about Marva here.

Our good friend Will Clark was chosen by Marva to be her music director on the tour and Will has assembled a top notch crew of musicians. We are thankful and grateful to Will for using our facility on such an important project.

Featured Article
How to Book College Gigs
College gigs are the stepping stones to the bigger scene. However, if you talk to a few people who have followed this path, they will eagerly tell you what a painful process it is. It is true that booking college gigs can be painful sometimes, but not if you follow the guidelines given below.

The first step is to put together a promo package or an EPK.
Read more here.

News
Hothouse Studios has expanded the audiovisual services we now offer your band at our facility. Once again we’ve listened to you and the needs you’ve expressed.

We offer you these tools to accomplish your goals:

§ Audio Recordings - Affordable Quality recordings in a pro tracking room.

§ Our Live TV - We give you the ability to stream your performance, rehearsal, or recording session in real time LIVE out of our Showcase sound studio “The Auditorium”. Your fans go to the Live TV show at the hothouse website and they can view your band in real time, ask you questions and make comments in the live chat room and you have the ability to respond to them while they watch you answer them live. Think about the possibilities for promoting your band in this unique way.

§ Video Production - We’ll shoot and edit your next music video

More services are being developed and we’ll be rolling them out in the coming months. Call for details.

MySpace
Add Hothouse as a friend on MySpace. Use this link: www.myspace.com/hothousemusic

SAVE $$$
Refer a friend to the Hothouse and both of you save some $$$ money.
Just print out this email and bring it in to save $2 per each hour of rehearsal.

New Q&A:
Have a question you would like answered? Just reply to this email with your question and we will answer it for you via email or online via a blog post and maybe we will do a video and article!


HotShout: Michelle, Art, Jeremy, Heather and Carlos.

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Until next time!

What a Weekend
Last Weekend Was

It all started Friday night, September 26, 2008, after the Antagonist performance rehearsal in the auditorium showcase studio here at the Hothouse. Carlos, Paul and I were out front talking like always and Paul asked me if I would be the sound man for their CD release show on Saturday the 28th. Well I was honored and of course said yes because this is an important show for them. This isn’t just some ordinary CD release show. It’s for their debut album “Exist” on Prosthetic Records. This is enormous!

The show was held at the Masonic Temple in uptown Whittier and this room is known for being difficult to control sound in. It’s not like in the Hothouse where the studios are purposefully built to have great sound. So Stewart and I pieced together a PA system from his bands equipment and I happened to have an extra monitoring system lying around.

I felt confident with the equipment we had and the knowledge we’ve gained from operating the rehearsal studios that we were going to deliver a pro live sound for all seven of the bands. As a side note it was great to see 5 of the 7 bands performing at the show, rehearse at the Hothouse.

We set the front of house speakers, we set the monitor system, we positioned the microphones (vocals, drums and amps), we ran all the cable, we fired it up, we sound checked the systems and the PA was ready for the show.

Like I said to Stewart from the start, “we’ve been doing this day in and day out for the past 5 years at the studios and we understand how to set up and get the maximum amount of gain, before feedback out of our PA systems”.

Reign of Ruin took the stage, then Apathy in Discord, Enthral, Mirror of Dead Faces, The Funeral Pyre, Azusa and then ANTAGONIST!!!

The show was a massive success and all 7 of the bands were electrifying and lit up the crowd. It was gratifying when people in the crowd came up to us and said the PA sounds great, “We can actually hear the vocals”.

Equally as gratifying was when each band gave the Hothouse a shout out from the stage thanking us for delivering a pro sound. The vocalist especially loved the system since we had a slamming monitor system on stage for them. We knew then we had done our job.

This was our first gig in terms of the Hothouse crew and equipment being hired out to provide the sound system for a show and what a success it was.

I got to bed at 3am Sunday morning knowing Sunday night in the auditorium showcase studio a groundbreaking event was going to take place. Lots of complex technology involved.

“What Makes a Great Promo Package?”

We keep adding articles to your Band Toolbox. These articles are designed to give your band a competitive edge in the dog eats dog world of music.

A Great Promo Packages is a first step.

What makes a Great Promo Package?
Read the article here.

Tell a friend about the Band ToolBox at HotHouseStudios.com.

Subscribe to the HotSheet and you’ll automatically be entered into the Hothouse Rehearsal Studio Giveaways.

HotSheet
Vol. 2 no. 6
September 2008

Hothouse Happenings
August has been wild here at the studio. We fired up our audio recording services and it exploded on us, in a good way. The feedback has been very positive and motivating. We thank Inntent, Brain Jamage, Rapid Fire, Greg Castallanos, As Is, and Stir Fire for choosing Hothouse Studios for their recording projects.

August 2008 Giveaway Winner
The winners are:

$50 Gas Card
Will Palencia - Bassist for StirFire.

$50 Gift Certificate to Greg's Pro Audio
Mike Lovett - Bassist for Viernes 13

Dramarama Concert Tickets
Arlene Ferrar - Rock Photographer

Congratulations Will, Mike and Arlene!

If you are receiving the Hot Sheet you are entered into all the monthly giveaways.

Our September 2008 Giveaway will have Several Lucky Winners
Winner 1: $50 Cash.
Winner 2: Three FREE hours of rehearsal time in studio A. A $60 value.
Winners 3 thru 6: Free Book "1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die".

Make sure we have your email address, name and phone number.

Spotlight Band
OilSpill
Chosen by their fellow Musician's Institute students, OilSpill will be showcased this Wednesday September 3rd in the school's auditorium located at 6752 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA. OilSpill is another band that rehearses here at the Hothouse that is being recognized for their talent and song writing acumen and we're thrilled for Zee, Ruben, Q, and VJ.

Admission to the showcase, titled Strings & Screams, is free and the doors open at 7:30pm. There'll be an after party at U-Wink in the Hollywood & Highland complex in Hollywood, CA.

Featured Article
Keep Your Band Focused and Creative During Rehearsals

Rehearsals are very important in the lifetime of a band and it's the main boiling point for creativity. You should always get back to it and don't ever get the idea that rehearsing is just for beginners or bands at an early age.

However, getting your band to be responsible, objective and focused about rehearsals is sometimes difficult.

Here are some tips that you may find useful to keep rehearsals at a regular and steady pace. Read more here.

News
There is this very neat book by Tom Noon titled "1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die: A Listener's Life List", it covers all genres of music in it's more that 900 pages. It's driven by the notion that the more you love music, the more music you love.

This is one of the most exciting books on music in years. It is wide-ranging and deep, it draws from the last 50 plus years of music encompassing classical, jazz, rock, pop, blues, country, folk, musicals, hip-hop, world, opera, soundtracks, and more. It's arranged alphabetically by artist to create the kind of unexpected juxtapositions that break down genre bias and broaden listeners' horizons. It makes every listener a seeker, actively pursuing new artists and new sounds, and reconfirming the greatness of the classics.

Every entry identifies key tracks, additional works by the artist, and where to go next. In the back of the book it is full of indexes and play lists for different moods and occasions. "1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die: A Listener's Life List" is a book of treasures, discovery, and a book to open your ears to new worlds of music.

MySpace
Add Hothouse as a friend on MySpace. Use this link: www.myspace.com/hothousemusic

SAVE $$$
Refer a friend to the Hothouse and both of you save some $$$ money.
Just print out this email and bring it in to save $2 per each hour of rehearsal.

New Q&A:
Have a question you would like answered? Just reply to this email with your question and we will answer it for you via email or online via a blog post and maybe we will do a video and article!


HotShout: Marva, Tena, Will, Mike, and Zack

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Hothouse Rehearsal Studios, 11823 Slauson Ave., Unit 41, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, USA

New Songs posted from Hothouse Studios

Hey everyone we just finished two other bands here at the Hot House. We got Brain Jamage with "6 Foot Giant" and Rapid Fire with their cover of "Mustang Sally."

The guys in Brain Jamage had the $400 dollar package and came back for an additional 2 hours to finish up some vocals. With that time we were able to get finish 5 songs. It was pretty impressive considering two songs were over 6 minutes and one approaching 9. The band had their songs down and ready to go.

Rapid Fire went with the live package of $150 dollars. They paid for 3 additional hours of mixing to fine tune the tracks. They are a four piece band and we recorded the whole session live. The recording came out really well. Both bands were recorded in Studio A.

In the next few weeks we are going to be putting up some new songs from Stirfire, Happy Dwarf, and Bullet To Eden. The auditorium is only a few weeks away from being finished and we will start tracking in there. Call us to be one of the first to record in the new room. Hope you enjoy the tunes and tell us what you think.

Listen to the songs here: www.myspace.com/hothousemusic.

Stewart

Who’s in at the Hothouse:
Marva King & Antagonist


Practicing with the Pros

Well Hothouse readers, it is once again one of those nights when my hat comes off to the performers coming through our studio, this time to Will Clark (keyboard) of the smoothe jazz band "Surewill," and his new project backing R&B diva, Marva King.

Ms. King, a natural talent since the age of 4, has performed with such music legends as Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Randy Jackson, and most recently the one and only artist currently known as Prince.

The band have been practicing all day, and let me tell you, if you want to know what tight sound sounds like, then you need to take a tip from Will, 'cause he and his crew are TIGHT. Their groove is so locked in and their volumes so under control that it isn't so much their sound rolling through the halls, but more the feel of their rythm permeating through the building that catches you and makes you (dare I say) wanna strut. Groooovy.

And Marva ... woo! .. Forgetaboutit! Talk about a pro-FESS-IO-Nal! King comes walking in, and after brief friendly greetings all around, gets right down to business. In 20 minutes, no less than three songs get knocked right on out of the park. Let me sum it all up in one little three-letter word: Pro.


Antagonize This

Also gracing us with their ever growing presence on the national scene, were local metal mavens, Antagonist. Fresh off their recent tour (if you can call 3 weeks later, "fresh") Carlos (voc/guit), Londie (drum), and Matt (guit) sans Paul (bass) rekindled their musical mission in the newly modeled Studio M, and let's just say they haven't lost a step. Here's to your continued success, fella's.

Keep Your Band
Focused and Creative
During Rehearsals

As you might expect we get a lot of questions about how to rehearse, how to record, how to get gigs and so on. Those questions were the reason why we built the band toolbox for you guys.

In this world of DIY we continue writing articles about the questions and inquiries you have of us, about moving your musical careers forward. Here’s a preview of the new article in the band toolbox.

Rehearsals are very important in the lifetime of a band and it's the main boiling point for creativity. You should always get back to it and don't ever get the idea that rehearsing is just for beginners or bands at an early age.

However, getting your band to be responsible, objective and focused about rehearsals is sometimes difficult.

Here are some tips that you may find useful to keep rehearsals at a regular and steady pace: Read more here.

Dramarama Ticket Winner Arlene Ferrar at Hothouse Studio




Rock Photographer Arlene Ferrar is the winner of Hothouse Studios August 2008 giveaway of 2 Dramarama tickets to the Friday August 29, 2008 show at the House Blues – Anaheim. It’s going to be a great show with Real Life and When in Rome rounding out the line up.

Congratulation Arlene for winning the 2 Dramarama tickets in the August 2008 giveaway here at Hothouse Studios.

The August 2008 Giveaways at Hothouse Studios continues with the announcement of the $50 gas card and $50 gift certificate to Greg’s Pro Audio winners this Labor Day weekend. Visit us at www.hothousestudios.com.

Who’s in at the Hothouse: A Legacy and Arise


"Arise" in ruin?

Not likely. The very lovely, talented, and sexy trio of guitarists of "Arise from Ruin," a bitchin' hardcore-christian-metal group, may be looking for a new frontman/singer, but they are certainly not in ruin over it. Their riffs rockin', and their look hot, this band is just one vocalist away from local legend. So here's to hoping that you Miss Malediction (guit), Ms. Gracie Grimm (guit), our Syndrome Darling (bass), and not forgetting the ever skillful J.D. (drum) find the one you're looking for. Try-outs at the Hothouse, ... where else?

The FUNK, Jack! We heard you were trying to stop The FUNK!

Not if Mike Kelso and the "Legacy Funk" have anything to say about it. This classy, groovy, cover-your-favorite-r&b-funk-jazz-rock-songs band keeps the rhythm alive and well, and the pulse of the funk deep at heart here in the soil where music grows. But please, no cracks abouts Ashton Kutcher ...

- Kirk at the Hothouse ... where music grows

Win Dramarama Tickets
House of Blues Anaheim

This month in addition to our $50 gas card and $50 gift certificate to Greg’s Pro Audio a special prize has been added.

Our good friend and fellow Hothouse brother John Easdale has generously donated two tickets to go see his band Dramarama perform all their hits at the House of Blues in Anaheim on August 29, 2008. It’s going to be a great show with Real Life and When in Rome rounding out the line up.

One lucky subscriber to the Hot Sheet will win the tickets. If you’re not already a subscriber to the Hot Sheet, go to www.hothousestudios.com and sign up now. It’s free.

Hothouse Studios
Has A Recording Package For You

Are you looking for a place to record your next live performance, studio session or record your next album? Hothouse can deliver professional video and audio recording services. Call us at 562.945.1300 before you call anyone else!

Live Recording Package $150

This package is a straight forward approach to recording your music.

Within the 4 hours you will multi track your instruments and vocals live. This means the entire band (instruments and vocals) is recorded at the same time LIVE. Your live tracks will then receive a professional board mix and will be downloaded to a CD for you.

This time and money saving approach, is great for capturing the songs’ emotional feel.

Includes:
4 hours of Live Multi-Tracking and Mixing.
You walk away with your mixed CD.
Acoustically Designed Studio
Pro Microphones
Audio Engineer
Use of Hothouse Back Line
2 Marshall Guitar Amps
Ampeg Bass Rig
Pacific DW Drum Kit
PA System

Studio Recording Package $400

In this package you’ll have the choice to track your instruments and vocals individually or together live. It’s your preference.

You’ll have 6 hour of time dedicated to tracking your instruments and vocals. Your multi-tracks recordings will then be professionally mixed and mastered. You’ll receive a DVD with the multi-tracks recording on it and a CD with the mastered mixed version of the songs ready for replication.

Includes:
6 hrs of Tracking
Pro Audio Engineer
Professional Mix
Mastering
CD with mixed mastered songs
Multi Track masters files
Acoustically Designed Studio
Pro Microphones
Use of Hothouse Back line
2 Marshall Guitar Amps
Ampeg Bass Rig
Pacific DW Drum Kit
PA System

Hourly Services $30 per hour
(minimum 6 hours)

Multi Tracking
Mixing
Post Production
Voice Overs
Mastering
Acoustically Designed Studio

Equipment Specifications:

Nuendo 3 recording program
Mics - Shure SM57, Beta SM57 Beta SM58, SM 7B AKG D112,
Rhodes NT5 & NT1-A, Audix i5, Sennheiser 421(2).
Rack Effects - Multieffects unit- Lexicon Mx300, DBX 166Xl
Compressor, BBE Sound Maximizer
Mackie 1402 –VL23 14 Channel Mixer
Reason 3.0 with M-Audio midi 61 keyboard
Interface - Motu 896 and Presonus Firestudio, both with Preamps.
Monitors - M-Audio BX8a
Sound baffles for superior sound.
Plug-ins Waves Golden Bundle 5, Drumagog, URS, Tracks, and more.

Call Today to book your recording session.
562.945.1300

50% deposit required upon booking.

Your Hot Sheet
August 2008 vol. 2 no. 5

Hothouse Happenings
You've been asking us to record you, so we've begun tracking, mixing and mastering songs for you. We have three bands thus far in our discography. We plan to do the bulk of our tracking in the remodeled Auditorium, when it comes online in September. In the meantime, we've been using studio A to track and it has been working out fabulously. For more details and cost cutting packages see our recording page here.

July 2008 Giveaway Winner
The winner of the $50 Gas Card is:

Gilbert Gonzales lead guitarist for Concert Master productions.

The winner of the Free Meal at Sako's Restaurant for the entire band is:

Brandon drummer for the band The Lyrics Game.

Congratulations Juan and Brandon!

If you are receiving the Hot Sheet you are entered into all the monthly giveaways.

Our August 2008 Giveaway will have 2 Lucky Winners
Winner 1: $50 Gas Card.
Winner 2: $50 Gift Certificate to Greg's Pro Audio.

Make sure we have your email address and name.

Spotlight Band
Crossed Keys
After winning the USA Western Region 2008 Emergenza Music Festival, our favorite Heart Core Rock group (Jaimis, Preston, Bryan, Greg, and Adam) were flown to Rothenburg, Germany to perform at the Taubertal Open Air Festival on August 8th, 2008 as 1 of the final 18 bands. That came out of 6,000 plus bands, from over 150 cities around the globe.

These super talented groups were brought to Rothenburg to represent their cities and countries for the final Battle of the Bands. For 3 days, this past weekend (8-8-08 thru 8-10-08) Crossed Keys, one of the world's best unsigned bands, will share the stage with internationally renowned bands such as The Hives, Danko Jones, Anti Flag, The Futureheads, The Editors plus many more.

Check our Blog for updates.

Featured Article
50 Recording Tips
This article will lead you in the dense area of recording, lending some tips that may be very useful in the field. Also we recall that setting up the environment for recording is a big part of the recording process and eliminates several mistakes that occur during recording or mixing.

Let's have a look at a handful of tips for starting up and preparing a recording session and later the tips for the entire recording process: Read the entire article here

News
Best Buy Opens in-store Music Center
Best Buy has announced that they will set aside store space for an array of musical instruments and gear. They plan to open as many as 85 of the music centers inside its stores by the end of the year. Best Buy first opened a musical instrument store-within-a-store concept in Riverside, Calif. in 2006.

Based on number of locations Best Buy will become the second-largest instrument seller in the country. I'm sure this has Guitar Center and Sam Ash looking in their rear view mirrors. Read more here.

MySpace
Add Hothouse as a friend on MySpace. Use this link: www.myspace.com/hothousemusic

SAVE $$$
Refer a friend to the Hothouse and both of you save some $$$ money.
Just print out this email and bring it in to save $2 per each hour of rehearsal.

New Q&A:
Have a question you would like answered? Just reply to this email with your question and we will answer it for you via email or online via a blog post and maybe we will do a video and article!


HotShout: Crossed Keys, Marcel, Rob, Eric, Art and Mike.

Thanks for reading! If you know someone who could benefit from this, feel free to forward it to them! Not a subscriber yet? Like what you've read? Sign up to get future issues delivered straight to you: http://www.hothousestudios.com Until next time!

Learn a New Music Term Daily

Today I was introduced by verbal description to an instrument that is apparently called a "Vibra-slap*." Anyone? Anyone? If you know what that is, shut up. If you don't, then indulge me please. If you heard this:

Vibraslap: a cowbell shaped instrument with loose nuts inside it, stuck to a curved metal rod with a ball on the end of it that you hit.

What would you picture?

Thanks, Noway (of the band "Tee You).

* Vibraslap -- An instrument of percussion used for sound effect. It is held in the hand or can be mounted. When the ball of the vibraslap is struck, it vibrates the metal teeth inside and makes a long rattling sound. Hothousestudios.com Music Glossary, 2008.
Kirk at the Hothouse ... where music grows

The Lyrics Games
Winners of Hothouse Studios July Giveaway
Dinner at Sako’s Restaurant


Hi I’m Richard Morales with HotHouseStudios.com We’re here tonight with the Lyrics Game and especially Brandon who is the winner of our July giveaway, Dinner for his band at Sako’s restaurant.

So I want to hand these gift certificates to you Brandon; actually there is a certificate for each of the band members and we have Dan, Brittany, this is Chris and we’re missing one member of the band, Matt who plays bass in the band, Chris plays the cello, Dan plays the guitar, Brittany is our vocalist and Brandon is our drummer.

So let me give you these dinner certificates from Sako’s Brandon and say congratulations for being the winner of the July giveaway here at HotHouse Rehearsal Studios.

“Wow Fantastic”... band folly and congrats “hey watch it I’m running off to Sako’s.”

Guys thank you for being part of the community of artist here at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios and you are always welcome here.

For the Lyrics Games, I’m Richard with HotHouse Studios.com we’ll see you soon.

New Music Glossary at
HotHouseStudios.com

Hothouse Rehearsal Studios is pleased to announce the release of a music terms glossary at our ground breaking website www.hothousestudios.com

Like any subject, music has its own terminology. When first exposed to the many terms that musicians use to describe music, it can seem intimidating. These words are not mysterious; they simply are words used to describe something we can all hear. This glossary will introduce you to the terms used most often to talk about music.

The glossary contains over 1,000 terms currently and it is expected to grow. For your ease there is a search function and terms are sorted by name and can be accessed by first letter.

This musical terms glossary will serve the Hothouse Community with yet another valuable resource as we continue to build the band toolbox.

Users can also contribute to the glossary with an add term function. Terms are then reviewed by a staff member and approved to go live.

The page is up and ready to be tested. We encourage all musicians to use this new resource at www.hothousestudios.com/glossary.php

Hothouse Studios Keeps
Movin’ in the Right Direction

It's always nice to hear that you're doing a good job at something. It's encouraging and re-energizing, especially when you feel your hard work and dedication may be going unnoticed. So, I'd like to take a small moment to turn my discerning eye inward, into the Hothouse, and tell our coach and leader, Mr. Richard Morales what a fine establishment he's running.

Today alone, I received four unsolicited compliments on the continued dedication this studio has shown to continually improve itself; both in facility and in service. Already one of the top rehearsal studios in LA and Orange County, Hothouse Rehearsal Studios has not been satisfied with just being one of the best, as shown by the steady upkeep of the facility and its equipment, and its continual growth and expansion to provide more and more services to its clientele.

As a customer myself, I fear at times that we, the musicians take for granted this wonderful place we have to work and play in, and don't take enough time to appreciate the time, energy and love that go into providing it for us. Just think of how you feel when you come to the Hothouse vs. going somewhere else. BIG difference, no?

So, next time you're down here, and you see Richard, make sure you let him know how you feel. He'll appreciate it too. All my best.

- Kirk at the Hothouse ... where music grows

'Cause some days, it's all worth it ...

It is always an immense pleasure to serve you here at the Hothouse. But some days, it's even better. Those are the days, such as today, when I get to be surrounded by not only good people, but good music as well. I'm so happy to say that three, count 'em three, of Kirk's Top Ten Hothouse bands are gracing the studio almost simultaneously. The good music flows through the halls, and the good life flows through my soul. Thank you.

Someone name this band!
This unnamed group, fronted by Hothouse friend "Lil'" Manny (guitar/vocals), is looking for an identity. Jimmy (bass), suggested "Mediocre." Eh, ... In my humble opinion, I believe a band's name should reflect its music, soul, and mentality, and knowing only about the band's music, I offer you this: Unnamed plays a very accessible form of melodic-acidy-rock; ephemeral and pleading, but still hard. Their form is tight and they need to get out there, but not without a name. Please submit all suggestions to this blog. Thank you.

Confess with this band
Today the studio welcomed a new band through her door, "Avow," a guitar/piano pop-rock quartet with massive marketability. Radio-friendly and friendly in person too, the band are searching for a new studio to call home after their previous haunt had to shut down. Here's hoping the Hothouse is likeable enough.

Kirk at the Hothouse ... where music grows

Crossed Keys
Invades Germany and Rocks the Stage
(L to R Greg, Jaimis, Bryan, Preston and Adam)











Every year, 18 unsigned bands from across the globe share the bill with internationally renowned bands at the Taubertal Open Air Festival in Rothenburg, Germany.

It's down to the final 18 bands that came out of 6,000 plus bands, from over 150 cities around the globe.

Crossed Keys, our favorite Heart Core Rock group from Los Angeles, is 1 of 3 bands from the United States that made it to the 18 finalists.

These super talented groups will be brought to Rothenburg to represent their cities and countries for the final Battle of the Bands. For 3 days, this past weekend (8-8-08 thru 8-10-08) Crossed Keys one of the world's best unsigned bands will share the stage with internationally renowned bands such as The Hives, Danko Jones, Anti Flag, The Futureheads, The Editors plus many more.

The Community of Artists from Hothouse Studios is tremendously excited for Jaimis, Preston, Bryan, Adam and Greg and I’m especially delighted for them. I know all the long hours of intense work they’ve put in.

As soon as I have more news I’ll keep you all updated. Until then read the review below from the festival.

Crossed Keys is a female fronted rock'n'roll band with more balls than most men we’ve seen. Did I mention they had a tinge of country too? This is rock, California style. This girl was blessed with a voice to match her stunning looks. A tight unit that looked super confident on stage. Solo riffs, strong bass playing and solid drumming topped with looks that complimented their songs ... simply great. Thanks for the songs Los Angeles, thanks for the show... thanks for the eye candy for the boys and girls ... 3 cheers for L.A. ... hip hip hurrah!

It appears Crossed Keys showed the German crowd that California rock is still the best.

Gilbert Gonzales $50 Gas Card Winner at
Hothouse Rehearsal Studios



Hi Richard Morales with Hothouse Rehearsal Studios, here with Gilbert Gonzales lead guitarist for Concert Masters Productions. This is kind of inside joke since well Gilbert how many bands are you in? Three and they all rehearse here at the Hothouse. I know you drive a long way Gilbert and with all the bands you’re in quite frequently, so I think it is apropos you are the $50 Gas Card Winner for July 2008. So here is your gas card and again thank you for being a long time member of the Hothouse Rehearsal Studio Community of Artist. How long have been using the facility Gilbert? Since you opened studios about 4 or 5 years now. Yes, since the beginning.

I still remember the day when Jay Baliton called to book rehearsal studio time and I was introduced to the whole clan. Sammy, Art, Alonzo, Larsen, the other Jay, Noel and on and on and what absolute beautiful human beings you have all been and all of us here at the Hothouse feel blessed by your continued use of our rehearsal studios. Thank You Gilbert.

For Gilbert Gonzales I’m Richard Morales with HothouseStudios.com

Don’t miss the Drama,
Run down to the Hothouse!

You Can Hide, but You Can't Run from the "Rundown"

Back from parts unknown (apparently an empty warehouse somewhere) returned our old friends, the hottest young raggae-rock band in the southland, "Rundown." Manny (guit), Mike (bass), Hector (drum), and Joven (voc/guit) play a choice selection of originals and covers (both traditional and new wave) that not only rock, but grooooove too (think "Sublime," or "311"). One of my personal favorites to ever grace the halls of the Hothouse, "Rundown" is in the process of completing their newest recordings, and will be playing the Key Club next month. Check them out!

Don't be a Drama(rama) Queen!

Tonight, "Dramarama" is currently in our Studio M. Nights like these blow my mind just a little bit. What a pleasure and gift it is to work here when the studio is graced by rock and roll professionals such as these, not only to bask in their reflected professional glow, but also to learn a little from them. And what I've learned so far is that even if you've travelled around the world, played for thousands upon thousands of people, written a hit song, and even played for Ellen (Degeneres) as her special guest on her freakin' birthday, you can still be a cool, mellow, amiable cat, and even bum a ciggarette to a lowly know-nothing, done-nothing shmoe like myself. Thanks guys.
- Kirk at the Hothouse ... where music grows

New Faces, Old Friends:
Who’s in Hothouse Studios

Walk this Giant
The band "Walk the Giant," have a steely funk-rock-jazz-fusion sound, reminiscent of the hard-hitting hits of "Rage Against the Machine," blended with a twist of dance-able back-beats. Energetic and catchy, Andrew (bass), Luis (voc.), Albert (guit), and Ramon (drum) have one of the more unique sounds currently flowing through the studio.

Ska ain't dead, ... it's just been Gone-zo
It was fun and interesting to hear a real-live ska band here at the Hothouse. Sort of on the outs since the fall of "No Doubt," ska music's banner is apparently still being held high by this 9-piece group called, "Gonzo," who do a pretty serviceable job with a particularly strong horn section and energetic vocals.

Inchoative future?
A band on the break-up, or stepping toward a bright, new future? I truly hope it is the latter as "Inchoative Disturbance" reunites after weeks on hiatus to audition some new faces. The heart and core of the group, Sarah (bass/guit), RJ (drum), and Glenda (voc./guit) play a blend of both original tunes, and choice covers that they pull off well with personality and charm. Oh, and they play "Sweet Child of Mine" better than you do.

OilSpill
We are happy to see our friends from "Oilspill." Ruben (drums), Z (voc./guit), and co. pump out a very ear-friendly form of melodic-groove-rock that exists somewhere in between 90's alternative (think "Collective Soul"), rock-ska (like "311," "Sublime"), and 50's revival swing ("Big Bad Voodoo Daddy"-ish), even dabbling in a little 70's soul ala the "Jackson 5." Blending rhythmic beats, snazzy riffs, and well-placed harmonies, this band grooves. Nice work.
FYI, they're looking for gigs, so if you know any one/place that could use some rockin' beats, ...

- Kirk of the Hothouse ... where music grows

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Best Buy Opens in-store Music Center


Best Buy has announced that they will set aside store space for an array of musical instruments and gear. They plan to open as many as 85 of the music centers inside its stores by the end of the year. Best Buy first opened a musical instrument store-within-a-store concept in Riverside, Calif. in 2006.

Hoping to accommodate everyone from the garage guitarist to a recording musician, each site will use approximately 2,500 square feet of store space and include around 1,000 different products with well-known brand names such as Fender, Gibson, Drum Workshop and Roland.

Kevin Balon, VP of musical instruments said "We're not just extending the shelf space in the store, we're creating a designated area specifically for this experience," and we're trying to create an authentic and genuine musical instrument store look and feel inside of Best Buy."

Best Buy's selection will include everything from accessories, picks, sheet music and cases, to high-end basses, guitars, keyboards and DJ equipment. Instruments will be housed in separate rooms and the company also plans to offer group music lessons. Acoustic guitars will sell between $89.99 and $3,200 and drum kits will retail for as much as $5,000.

Based on number of locations Best Buy will become the second-largest instrument seller in the country.

I’m sure this has Guitar Center and Sam Ash looking in their rear view mirrors.

It’s Summer
The Heavyweights are at
Hothouse Rehearsal Studios

When summer rolls around some of our better known artists book time in the rehearsal facility. For example Ian Mitchell lead guitarist for the Bay City Rollers and his band Tommy (Keys), Billy (drums), George (guitar) and Billy (bass) were in yesterday working on some new songs for their tour this summer. Ian and the guys are always a load of fun. Those guys really know how to rehearse.

Tonight my good friend John Easdale and his band Dramarama are in studio M working on bringing a fill in guitarist for Pete up to speed. Pete is not able to perform in a show, so John’s neighbor is going to fill in. Pretty cool gig I’d say.

When you are at the Hothouse you never know who you may run into, an old friend or band mate, an esteemed artist, the wall or Richard. Keep on Rocking.

Dinner and $50 Gas Card
July 2008 Giveaway at HotHouseStudios.com



Hi this is Richard at HotHouseStudios.com.

I'm excited to be here with Tom the owner of Sakos Restaurant and we are honored that Sakos an icon and famous eatery here in Santa Fe Springs has generously donated a meal (Breakfest, Lunch or Dinner) to a lucky band in our July 2008 Give Back program.

Additionally, as our way of helping out one lucky member of the Hothouse community will win a $50 gas card.

Subscribe to the Hot Sheet it's FREE and as a subcriber you are automatically enterd into all of our Giveaways here at Hothouse Studios

Peromni-"Scentric"

I recently had the pleasure of audiencing the band known as "Scentric," at the Emergenza (Does that sound like a cold-remedy to anyone else?) battle-of-the-bands finals, and I have to admit that after witnessing the sounds of their melodic-metal, I was tempted to write a cliched "rock show" review, where I would give a cleverly-thought-out demonstrative description of the band's show, and a gushing diatribe as to why you all must go see them yourselves, ... but I've decided against all that.

So, in other words, I'm not going to talk about the hard-riding riffs, and string-striking solos of guitarists 'Lunchbox,' and 'Brock.' Nor will I speak about the decorous and dynamical vocals that eminate from the deceptively diminutive frame of singer, 'Clint,' or the undullating undertows of bass-man, 'Spooky's' lines. And I especially will not mention the steady, sexy drumming of the salaciously sightly 'Chelsea.' Nope. Not gonna do it.

Instead, I'd just like to take a moment to tell you all why I really like, and more importantly, respect this band. Not only are they all terrific musicians, hard-rocking showmen (and woman), and wonderful people, to boot, but they have written one of the best rock-melodic-metal songs that I have ever heard, period. That song, titled "Per-Omnia" (now the title of this blog makes sense?), not only captures all of the above qualities of the band, but does to me what all great music strives to do to its audience: It moves me. Try it on yourself, and you may see why.

So forget about if they won the battle (they didn't), or where they placed (they didn't). These things are not important in the grand scheme of things. What is important is this: How many great songs has your band written? Go see this band!
Scentric peromnia!

- Kirk of the Hothouse ... where music grows.

Viernes 13
New Album Being Mastered

Viernes 13 is finishing working on their 1st full length release in 6 years. Currently they are mastering the album. The guys told me the album will have a Rock Steady Sound as well as the classic Viernes 13 sound, their fans love. Interesting fact about Viernes 13 is a tattoo artist in Huntington Park draws all their graphics.

If you like SKA, Reggae and Surf sound go see a Viernes 13 show.

Friday July 25, 2008 the guys are performing at D-Club Club Eclipse (975 W. Foothill Blvd., Azusa, CA 909.851.6961 or 626.334.8505) with Red Store Bums, Rudo Movimiento, La Chaparralta, Ekolekua Chanclaso 78 and Los Arambula. All well know bands from Mexico. The first 100 people will get a free Cd!

Now on Tuesday July 29 Viernes 13 is headlining the bill at Safari Sams (5214 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, Ca 323.666.7267) with Rudo Movimiento, Awsome Possum, Los Rudos and Mula. Go check out a show.

Learn more about Viernes 13 here.

Crossed Keys Wins
2008 Emergenza Music Festival

Crossed Keys our long time friends are the winners of the USA Western Region 2008 Emergenza Music Festival. The announcement was made on Saturday July 12, 2008 at the Key Club in Hollywood, Ca.

Jaimis, Preston, Bryan, Greg, and Adam are on their way to the International Final, in Germany at the Taubertal Open Air Festival, one of the top 5 European open air festivals, alongside major international acts and in front of 12,000 people. Bravo!

They had to win several events just to make it to the final and along the way to the final they were up against some really stellar groups. Congratulations from all of us here in the Hothouse Rehearsal Studio community. Well done guys!

Antagonist “Where Dynasties Are Made Tour”

Our dear, old friends Matt, Lond, Carlos and Paul from the band Antagonist are hitting the road once again. The two and half week tour across the Southwest and West Coast is in support of their debut album for Prosthetic Records “Exist”, is due for a fall release.

We are extremely excited for the guys, because Antagonist is one of the first bands who began using Hothouse Rehearsal Studios, four years ago. That’s right Hothouse Studios is four years old. Wow.

During this time we’ve watch Matt, Lond, Carlos and Paul mature and work extremely hard toward realizing their career goals. Well, all the hard work, rehearsing, song writing and practice on their instruments has paid off.

Antagonist left their home town of Whittier, Ca with their Prosthetic Records label mates and fellow Southern Californians, Funeral Pyre on the Where Dynasties Are Made Tour this past Thursday July 10th. Go see the concert in your hometown. For tour dates and locations click here.

Life After Mary

Rocking the

Sunset Strip

Come join Life After Mary at the Sunset Strip Music Festival tonight June 28, 2008. Their performancr starts at the Cat Club at 10pm.

Earlier today, Anthony, Ed, James and Mike were in studio A recording some new songs for all you. Robert Frank of the band Coffin Draggers is producing and engineering the tracks.

I can tell you the songs are kicking butt. Check out Life After Mary's myspace myspace.com/lifeaftermary and their profile at HotHouseStudios.com

One of our HotHouse Studio Brethren
Is on KNAC.com this Sunday

Our close friend, HotHouse brother and It’s Casual front man Eddie Solis will be featured on KNAC.com this Sunday June 22nd 2008.

Southern California's renowned Heavy Metal radio host Crazy Craig of the legendary KNAC.com will have Eddie on the air this Sunday during Craig's show "Super Rock Sunday". The show airs 3pm to 5pm Pacific Time.

Log onto KNAC.com @ 3pm and listen to Craig play tracks from the latest It's Casual release "The New Los Angeles" and interview Eddie Solis about the new release and their upcoming west coast tour this July and their very exclusive show taking place this Monday at the Relax Bar in Hollywood California with Hydra Head Recording Artists: Torche And Clouds.

Check out the links for more info.

myspace.com/itscasual
myspace.com/eddiesolislovesyou
myspace.com/relaxbar
myspace.com/suprrocksunday

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We know its’ hard making ends meet these days, we buy gas too. That’s why we’re making a difference here at HotHouseStudios.com. We want help pay for the gas it takes you to get to rehearsals.

This month 6.08 we’re giving away a $50 Gas Card to a lucky subscriber of our Music Hot Sheet.

You say I’m not a subscriber yet, how do I sign up?

Go visit us at HotHouseStudios.com and enter you name, email address and phone number and click submit. We’ll send you an email inviting you into the community. You then click on the verification link in the email to complete the subscription process.

Yeah its’ that easy and its’ FREE!!!

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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

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Shout Out for Hothouse Studios
During Concert at the Ford Theater in Hollywood, Ca


Raul Ruiz Production in association with Star Entertainment and Education Group produces a yearly benefit concert at the beautiful Ford Theater in the hills of Hollywood, Ca titled “Festival de Homenaje a Agustin Lara IV.” The show is a magnificent tribute to Mexico’s “Musical Poet,” the composer of “Granada, “Solamente una vez,” “Amor de mis Amores,” and many more timeless melodies.

The 2008 edition of this annual event featured Mexico’s greatest soprano, Florencia Tinoco, the magnificent voices of Sylvia Flores, Carlos Torres and Belinda Gomez and the unique band of Jaime Jaimes (Keyboards), Roberto Garza (Drums), Beatriz Montes (Guitar and Backing Vocals), Luis Alba (Percussionist) and Pascual Hernandez (Bass and Guitar). The Master of Ceremonies was Channel 62 (KCRA) news anchor women Socorro Cruz.

The band and the singers have been rehearsing for the show in the auditorium for the past 2 months and it has been a delight listening to these world class musicians and singers prepare for the show.

As a Father’s Day gift Raul gave my wife and I front row tickets to the concert. At the beginning of the second act Raul was announcing all the thank yous and he had just finished with the thank you to the president of Telemundo, who we were sitting next to, when Raul looked at me and gave a glowing thank you to Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. I was blown away. It was a huge honor and thrill to be in the front row and wave to the crowd when Raul acknowledged the Hothouse and me.

What was really wild was there were people in the crowd that rehearse at the studio and they sought us out to say hello.

Tell a friend about the Band Toolbox at HotHouseStudios.com.

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Hot Sheet
Vol. 2 No. 3
June 2008



Hothouse Happenings
The benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are expanding. Studio M is presently being built and the Auditorium is being built to the same specifications (slightly smaller) as the studio the Nine Inch Nails rehearse in. With the addition of studio M, we’ll now have 5 studios to meet your rehearsal needs.

May 2008 Giveaway Winner
The winner of the iPod Shuffle is:

Danny from the Greenleaf Church Band

Congratulations!

If you are a subscriber to the Hot Sheet you are entered into all the monthly giveaways.

Our June 2008 Giveaway is a $50 Gasoline card.

Make sure we have your email address and name. Click here and subscribe to the Hot Sheet and you’ll be eligible for our June 2008 Giveaway and all our monthly prizes.

Spotlight Band
Scentric, have been tearing up the competition during their run of 1st place finishes in the Emergenza Music Contest; which now leads them to the Finals at the Key Club in Hollywood, Ca on July 12, 2008. Scentric hits the stage at 7pm so go and see the show and support your friends.

Don’t miss their Live appearance on New Music Mondays, the live show produced by Hothouse TV. To watch it now on their profile page at HothouseStudios.com, Click here .

Featured Article
BAND BIO: GETTING STARTED ON THE RIGHT FOOT (PART-1)
The old saying “The more things change, the more they remain the same,” is as true today as it ever was. Even though we see rapid technology developments in the production side of the recording industry, as well as the legal and marketing side (thanks to innovations and new marketing opportunities that abound on the Internet), the “old fashioned” idea of getting down into the trenches and working to promote your own music is more important than ever before; it will always be the foundation that entrepreneurial musicians use to build their success, no matter what technological advances are made in the future.

And one of the very first and foremost necessities in taking those initial successful steps is of course the development of a great bio amplifying your band’s musical caliber. Read the entire article here.

News
Submit your Music for the Malibu Music Awards.
The Malibu Music Awards is part of the Malibu Arts Festival, which is being held July 26-27, 2008 at the Malibu Civic Center in Malibu, CA. This year, the festival is opening its doors to Sonicbids songwriters and is now accepting submissions in 11 different categories. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 winners in each category, and one grand prize winner will receive a performance slot at the festival, airfare to Los Angeles, free stay in a 5-star Hotel (Malibu Beach Inn), plus a recording session with Gold & Platinum producing artist Carl Graves, formerly of Oingo Boingo.

Each submitted song will be reviewed by a panel of judges from the music industry including Jenna Voorhees - Universal Music Publishing, Jenna Leigh – owner of Circle of Songs, Terence Davis – owner of Great Music Studio, DJ Carolyn Fox - KHZ Radio, and Gold & Platinum producing artist Chris Henry. Songs will be judged based on lyrics, melody, and structure. For details visit www.malibumusicawards.com. The contest deadline is July 1, 2008.

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SAVE $$$
Refer a friend to the Hothouse and both of you save some $$$ money.
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Lessons From The Legendary Rock Bands

All the big bands started as little bands with a vision.
—STEVEN TYLER

We keep adding articles to your Band Toolbox. The latest articles Lesson from the Legendary Rock Bands Parts 1 & 2 continue our theme of marketing and branding your band and music.

We can certainly learn from Legendary Rock Bands and the strategies they used to become rock powerhouses.

Click here and surprise yourself.

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Memorial Day God Bless Our Troops

On this Memorial Day all of us in the Hothouse Rehearsal Studio Community want to thank all the service men and women that have served or are serving in the military.

Thank You for your selfless efforts that ensure our freedom and may God bless you.
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Keep It Simple The KISS Principles

We keep adding articles to your Band Toolbox. The latest articles continue our theme of marketing and branding your band and music. We can definitely learn from KISS and the strategies they used to become a rock powerhouse.

Read part one of Learn from the Pros The KISS principle. Click here.

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More Studios
Coming to the
Hothouse Rehearsal Facility

We're beginning construction in the morning on Studio Z and the conversion of "the auditorium" into a multi media state of the art sound studio.

Studio Z will be 17' wide by 21' long with a 12' ceiling. The auditorium will be built with Duvetine padded walls and ceiling. The auditorium (33'l x 20'w x 14'h) will be a tuned studio enabling us to produce top notch live sound recordings without all the unwanted frequencies.
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Giveaway Winners
The winners of tickets to the Skirball Bob Dylan Exhibit are:

Sharon Bautista, Greg Worth, Chris Moraza, Jonathan Ellis, Johnny Blue, Brandon from the Lyrics Game, Vince the Soundman, Bruce Spiegel, Ben Espinoza, Matt Wang, Andrew Venegas, Andros Valdo, Andy Nguyen, Lunchbox, Richard Case, Kirk Watanabe, Mike Velazquez, Sal from Execution and Moises.

Congratulations!

We plan to announce some exciting new giveaway prizes in the coming weeks. Check the website for updates. Make sure we have your email.

PRIMARY ELEMENTS OF RECORDING Part 3

In the public eye, recording is often perceived to be something which is the core responsibility of the band. But anyone belonging to the music industry understands that it is as much the responsibility of a recording engineer as it is for the band.

Let us now further review the rest of the elements of recording, from the perspective of the recording engineer:

Aspect #7

Ø Rhythm

Read the entire article here.

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Beautiful Noise
A Benefit Concert for the Family of
Mike Conley

Featuring M.I.A. with Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys) and Kevin Seconds (7 Seconds), a special acoustic guest appearance by Social Distortion, The Cadillac Tramps with all original members, Jigsaw and a Tribute to Naked Soul with Mark Englert and John Easdale honored to be standing in for Mike C on guitar and vocals.

It’s such a delight when local legends come into the studio to rehearse for their upcoming shows. A big welcome to Jeff Sewell (bass) and Larry Pearson (drums) of the band Naked Soul. Jeff and Larry where joined by our good friends Mark Englert and John Easdale of Dramarama, to go over the Naked Soul material prior to the show this Monday April 28, 2008 at the Anaheim House of Blues.

There is a jaw dropping line up for this show, so get your tickets now before it sells out. All proceeds from this event are going to support Mikes’ young family during this transitional period for them after his untimely death. Your prayers are welcome.

Event: A Benefit for the family of Mike Conley
Where: Anaheim House of Blues (Downtown Disney, Anaheim, California) When: April, 28 2008
Cost: $35
Info: www.hob.com
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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Evans Drumheads
and
Hothoues Rehearsal Studios

Here at the Hothouse we use Evans EC2 hazy tom heads. We think and our poll verified our belief that Evans drum heads are the best. The new Evans EC2 are the top of the line drum heads manufactured by Evans. This new 2 ply tom heads feature an edge control ring that isolates and damps higher overtones, enhances low end and attack and enables broader tuning and dymanic ranges. Unlike conventionally damped heads, the EC2 will not choke at higher tuning ranges or lose its full bodied presence when tuned low. Aggressive adhesive secures EC ring to the underside of the head. Stress relief slots prevent choking and the EC ring allows the head to vibrate over the bearing edge. They’re expensive but you guys are worth it.

If you’re drummer looking for a rehearsal studio that cares about drum kits and their sound, Hothouse Rehearsal Studio is the place for you.

PRIMARY ELEMENTS OF RECORDING Part 2

All of the aspects of a productive studio session contribute to what is perceived as a quality recording and mix. Every aspect of a song should meet at least the minimum requirements of perfection. If any one of them is lacking, it will show through as the weak link in the whole recording.

Even though each aspect is only a small part of the overall song, any single flawed aspect could destroy the whole song. If all of the aspects are incredible or perfect, the chances of a song becoming a hit are probably a million to one. If any one of these components is less than perfect, the chances for success go down exponentially. Therefore, it is necessary to critique and refine each of these aspects whenever possible.

Let us now further review the some of the remaining aspects of a fruitful recording:

Read the entire article here.

Tell a friend about the Band ToolBox at HotHouseStudios.com.

Big Shout Outs to everyone in the studio today and this evening.
Down Shove, As Is, Sound over Silence, Opium of the People, Loud and Clear, Happy Haus, Crazy Lane, Behold, Frank D., Antagonist, Omar and Pedro Gil. Thanks for a great time.

Spring Cleaning is FUNNNNNNNNNN!!!

Tonight I’ve been cataloging all the recent video footage we’ve shot here at Hothouse studios. Earlier tonight I have two stacks of 8 tapes each full of raw footage I was uploading to the hard drives and preparing to begin editing and producing the marketing videos I upload to the internet (7 different sites that is) for the bands that use the Hothouse facility.

The New Music Monday live show we’re producing now is also videotaped, so lots of footage. It’s fun watching the shows as they upload. Well I thought I’d take a break from uploading and write down in the log.

Big thank yous to Downshove, Crossed Keys, Scentric, End of Innocence, Sayonara Tokyo, SureWill, Edward J of KJFJ and Stephany Rose for being part of the Hothouse Rehearsal Studio Community.

Tell a friend about the Band ToolBox at HotHouseStudios.com.
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Want to promote your next show? Come on in and use our Live Web Broadcast feed and tell the world!

Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the Blog.

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Productive Band Practice & Rehearsal Tips Part 2

Rehearsals form the basis upon which all the band members can mature and congeal their qualities, making themselves more suitable and unique in the glare of the performance spotlight. The better the members integrate and collaborate during the rehearsals, the better will be the chemistry of the band as a whole. Always remember that this is essential for long-term durability of the band, whatever be the degree of success it may have achieved.

Let us now continue from where we had left off in the 1st part of this article and divulge into more tips for productive band practice and rehearsals:

TIP #7

Ø LEADERSHIP

Leadership is essential in order to keep a firm grip on the band’s actual directions. It has to be unanimous, in order to avoid unnecessary confrontation. Charismatic leadership qualities usually develop in all the band members with time, but there has to be someone to whom everyone should look up to when things get a bit too jerky.

The leadership roles may be assigned to an external manager or even one of the band members. But whatever be the case, the assigned leader should not make unnecessary use of his/her status and start acting as a dictator, as that will certainly generate a lot of unnecessary tension among the members distracting their focus off the primary target, i.e. creating quality music.

Read the entire article here.

Tell a friend about the Band ToolBox at HotHouseStudios.com.

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Want to promote your next show? Come on in and use our Live Web Broadcast feed and tell the world!

Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the Blog.

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Win Free Passes in the Bob Dylan Giveaway

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The Bob Dylan’s American Journey exhibit at
Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.
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Experience Music Project presents Bob Dylan’s American Journey, 1956-1966, which has traveled to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, the Morgan Library & Museum in New York City and the Weisman Art Museum in Minneapolis, now to the Skirball here in Los Angeles. Few figures in the history of American popular music have reached the status of Bob Dylan. As the man who showed the world that popular music could be classified as art, Dylan has created a distinctly American body of work to match the legacies of Walt Whitman, Louis Armstrong, and his early musical hero, Woody Guthrie. Many people have declared Dylan’s lyrics to be poetry; his songs also unearth and revitalize the American folk and blues tradition, serving as a key link in the chain that extends from Southern work songs, blues and Anglo American ballads to the many contemporary singer-songwriters for whom Dylan is a main influence. But Dylan’s story is not simply that of a musical evolution. As a public figure and artistic innovator, he has taken and chronicled a journey emblematic of modern America’s own development.

Bob Dylan’s American Journey, 1956-1966, features more than 150 artifacts, including Dylan’s 1949 Martin 00-17 guitar, typed and handwritten lyrics, rare concert posters and handbills, signed albums, and dozens of photographs, as well as unique artifacts from artists such as Joan Baez, Woody Guthrie, Carolyn Hester, Bruce Langhorne and D. A. Pennebaker. The exhibition features five films exploring different facets of Bob Dylan’s career, with rare performance footage and interviews with Dylan and other key artists such as Baez, Langhorne and Robbie Robertson. In addition to the films, two viewing stations allow visitors to watch excerpts from the Dylan films Don’t Look Back and Eat the Document, as well as excerpts of interviews with Dylan reflecting on his early career.

Throughout the exhibition space are six listening stations that enable visitors to hear Dylan’s musical evolution and innovations during this 10-year period. Each station includes tracks from his first seven albums, as well as outtakes, bootlegs, cover versions and other songs that influenced Dylan’s work. An hour-long audio tour features Bob Dylan and other artists and individuals such as Joan Baez, Allen Ginsberg, Al Kooper, Robbie Robertson, Mavis Staples and Izzy Young, sharing their stories and insights about Dylan, music and the turbulent sixties.

Tell a friend about the Live Music Broadcasts we call HotHouse Studio TV at HotHouseStudios.com.

Productive Band Practice & Rehearsal Tips (Part 1)

Rehearsals are essentially the means for getting your focus onto your goals to materialize the dreams of being an eminent stage performer of international repute. But as a musician, when the hell did you start reading about these boring anecdotes and mysteries of glorified glamour!

It’s high time that we spice up your rehearsal ethics with some essential tips that should set you up on the right track.

TIP #1

Ø FOCUS

When you come to a band rehearsal, it is essential that everyone enjoys it with a fresh spirit, while maintaining a firm focus on the targets and ethics that the band symbolizes and targets to achieve. Set your goals based upon your strengths, and understand your flaws which can be perfected with further assistance from all the members of the band.

Once the band members start to loose focus, they will start to emphasize the mistakes others are making, resulting in a serious set back. If something like this persists, leadership issues must be sorted out amicably, otherwise continuing with such a band may be a severe question mark.

Read the entire article here.

Tell a friend about the Band Tool Box at HotHouseStudios.com.

Elements Of A
Productive Rehearsal
Part 2

Band practices and rehearsal sessions are the rightful tests for band members to prove their mettle and hone their skills. As we have discussed in the 1st part of this article, the Jam session and woodshedding lays the stage for the final elements of band rehearsals, viz., the dress rehearsal and backstage brush-ups. Let us now jump straight into these core elements of the band rehearsal, which are essential for setting the stage on fire during any publicized event. Read the entire article here.

Tell a friend about the Band ToolBox at HotHouseStudios.com.

Elements of A
Productive Rehearsal
Part 1

Proper management and organization, in essence, forms a key part of any band’s success both on the short as well as long term. And rehearsal forms the necessary base upon which the band actually can derive its sense of direction and aid you all to get on the same wavelength. Hence clarity in terms of band practices and rehearsals truly set up the tone for the band’s performances in the public limelight.

Rehearsals are often based on certain paradigms, which allow the band to successfully co-ordinate its core mutualism. A set of bad rehearsals may play a major hand in dampening the band’s spirits and will likely generate the feeling that this time is fruitless. On the other hand good rehearsals can certainly set up the trend of practical reliability bringing the band to its highest level. Thus everyone can understand the ideals and standards you are working towards.

Read the entire article here.

Tell a friend about the Band ToolBox at HotHouseStudios.com.

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Want to promote your next show? Come on in and use our Live Web Broadcast feed and tell the world!

Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

I’ll Send a Little Love to You

When You
Are Being
Attacked
Send
LOVE

Hearing Protection
While Rehearsing And Performing

Ancient philosophy often suggests that a person’s life is based on three pillars, which guide them to their ultimate destination. If for you these three pillars are: Music, music and music, then you are certainly well on your way to a successful musical career. Whatever be the barriers on your path, you can always get by it, except one – Hearing loss.

Like many injuries sustained by the muscles, loss of hearing is a cumulative effect, but unlike many injuries, this loss is a permanent one. However talented you may be or whatever is depth of your bank balance, the only way to sustain your hearing quality is by means of proper practice and a few basic safe-guarding methods.
Read about it here.

Tell a friend about the Band ToolBox at HotHouseStudios.com.

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Want to promote your next show? Come on in and use our Live Web Broadcast feed and tell the world!

Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Just the Facts

Continuing the discussion on the importance of a Band Bio we’ve posted part 2 of the “Band Bio: Getting Started on the Right Foot” to the Career Corner in Your Band ToolBox.

We introduce the “Fact Sheet” as a tool to help you outline the key parts of your Band Bio. Read it here.

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Want to promote your next show? Come on in and use our Live Web Broadcast feed and tell the world!

Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Band Bio’s are Vital

It seems one of the last things a band thinks about is writing their Band bio. But a Band Bio can be one of the most valuable tools you have for entrance into the world of music. From experience I have found that a well written, informative bio will get me interested in a band and compel me to listen to their demo.

So we’ve posted a new article to the Career Corner in Your Band Toolbox.
“Band Bio: Getting Started On The Right Foot" Part 1.
Read it here.

Antagonist in Preproduction with
Fred Archambault

Antagonist is in preproduction all this week with producer Fred Archambault, straight from his work with Avenged Sevenfold. The guys are hold up in Studio A where some awesome music is emanating as they prepare for recording their debut LP on Prosthetic Records.

Check out this video of Antagonist talking about the preproduction process. Watch it here.


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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Live now at Hothouse Studio TV

Check out who’s in the studio tonight with the live lobby cam. DVA, Behold, Adios Mercedes, FLS, Phoenix from the Ashes, Seed of Sodom, Forastedos, An Envy of Silence, the Buds, Rudy V and Mads, Tell all your friends you’ll be live on HotHouse Studio TV at www.hothousestudios.com It’s fun, try it out!!!!

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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Hothouse Studio TV

Now that we’re able to broadcast live out of our rehearsal facility, we are. We invite all the artists and bands that rehearse here at Hothouse studios, to promote themselves on the lobby cam. Tell all your friends you’ll be live on web TV at www.hothousestudios.com.

It’s fun, try it out!!!!

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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Technology is Amazing

Check out some of the upcoming
New Music Releases.
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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Resident Hot House Studios Band IT'S CASUAL
Appears In this weeks LA Weekly!!!!

That is right pick up a copy this Thursday February 25, 2008 of the LA Weekly. There will be 150 words about It's Casual's upcoming show at the Scene Bar in Glendale, CA on Tuesday March 4th 2008. Note: The photo used here was taken in the now famed "Auditorium" room @ Hot House Studios by renowned music photographer Kevin Scanlon!

Visit It's Casual and watch the New Los Angeles live video performance here

Trivia: Who was the only other band that rehearses at the HotHouse to be written up in The LA Weekly so far?

Answer: Dramarama

Win A Limited It's Casual LP "The New Los Angeles" Pressed in the Czhech Republic on 180 gram vinyl. The vinyl is a part of a collectors edition pressing and is limited to 500 copies worldwide! To enter go to It’s Casuals myspace www.myspace.com/itscasual and drop Ed and WCE a comment saying “Hothouse Studios”. They’ll pick a winner on Thursday February 28th 2008.

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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Hothouse Studios Artist Profile Pages
Brings People Together.

I received this email and it blew my mind

Hello hot house studios, I'm trying to find an old friend from high school and I noticed him on your website with the Steve Breeze Band. His name is Kelly Ochoa. If possible could you forward this to either Steve or to Kelly him self?

Thank for your help.

John Faldetta

www.ljp.us

Being on the HothouseStudios.com Artist Listing does increase your exposure. Join the Hothouse Rehearsal Studios community; it’s beneficial to your career.

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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Revamped Career Corner Webpage

Here’s a sneak peak into the new Career Corner webpage in the Band Toolbox at HotHouseStudios.com. It’s searchable it’s really cool. You can’t get there from the website yet, oh man the webmaster is going to kill me…
While you’re there read the latest article
“Paving Your Bands Success Path” part one.
Click here
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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Artist Listing at HotHouseStudios.com

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com we’ll gladly add you or your band to the list.

The Steve Breeze Band is our latest addition to the artist listing. Check it out here.

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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

Hothouse Rehearsal Studio
Broadcasting Live

Rehearsal TV
8:30pm to 10pm (PST)
Live videotaping
Of the
Saturday Music Showcase T
Featuring

SureWill

Watch it live
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Live Rehearsal TV
The Latest Benefit
We Offer to the
Artists, Bands and Musician
That are part of the Hothouse Community.
Imagine the Possibilities.

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Some of the benefits of using the Hothouse Rehearsal facility are not just confined to our first-class studios. Don't overlook our website hothousestudios.com and the blog.

We've been revamping the Artist profile pages. We're on a mission to create a profile for everyone that has ever rehearsed at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios. Email us a photo, bio, member names, etc, to studio@hothousestudios.com

Having trouble finding a studio? We have added a directory of rehearsal and recording studios in the Los Angeles area and beyond. If you see a studio missing you can let us know or add it by clicking here.

Got Hothouse T-shirt? Ask us next time you come in. If you have one, wear it and you never now what might happen!

We’re Broadcasting Love to Everyone

Wishing you a very
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!

From all of us here at
Hothouse Rehearsal Studios

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This is a critical time
For mankind.
You need to be heard
Your Vote
MATTERS

Aaron Rossi drummer for Ministry & Prong
Wood Shedding on Super Bowl Sunday

This year is starting off with great I mean great news for the bands and musicians that are part of the Hothouse Rehearsal Community.

Our friend Aaron Rossi best know for his work as the drummer in the band Prong has been chosen by Ministry's Al Jourgensen to be the new drummer for Ministry's final world tour - C U LaTouR - which kicks off March 25 in Spokane, WA. The 36-plus market limited engagement C U LaTouR features Special Guests Meshuggah and opening act Hemlock, ending the North American leg mid-May with multiple-nights in Ministry front man Al Jourgensen's home town of Chicago. Ministry then heads off to play the principal European festivals as well as choice club dates, kicking off in London at the end of May, stretching through to July to end the tour in Dublin, Ireland. This is huge and we’re really stoked for Aaron.

The "C U LaTouR" touring line-up features Ministry's founder Al Jourgensen (vocals, guitars) being joined onstage by guitarists Tommy Victor (Prong) and Sin Quirin (Revolting Cocks), keyboardist John Bechdel (Fear Factory, False Icons), and drummer AAron Rossi (Prong/John 5). Static X's Tony Campos has recently stepped in to fulfill bass on behalf of the recently departed Ministry/Killing Joke bassist Paul Raven. Joining the Ministry clan as Special Featured Artist will be Fear Factory/Ascension of The Watchers vocalist Burton C. Bell.

Time is of the essence so Aaron was in studio B wood shedding on Super Bowl Sunday at 10am. That’s what I call dedication.

Antagonist signs Recording Agreement with Prosthetic Records

All of us in the Hothouse Rehearsal Community are very proud of and thrilled for Carlos, Mat, Paul and Lond of the band Antagonist. They just signed to Prosthetic Records. Hip Hip Hurray!!

Prosthetic Records is home to bands like, Lamb of God, Through The Eyes of The Dead, All That Remains, Gojira, Beneath The Massacre and Light This City. These are bands that I’ve heard the guys talk about and look up to for sometime and now for them to be part of the same awesome roster of artists on Prosthetic is quiet and honor for them.





Below is the official Press Release from Prosthetic Records.

Prosthetic Records signs Southern California's ANTAGONIST

Prosthetic Records is pleased to announce the signing of Southern California metal band ANTAGONIST. Earning their keep in the local and national scene since 1998, and with two prior full-lengths to their credit, ANTAGONIST has already logged time hit the road with the likes of Light This City, The Faceless, Winds of Plague, Silent Civilian, and fellow SoCal metallers The Funeral Pyre, among others.

The band's Prosthetic Records debut, set to be titled 'Exist,' will be produced by Fred Archambault (Avenged Sevenfold, The Confession, Deftones), and is the follow-up to 'An Envy of Innocence,' which saw a 2006 release via Dwell Records. Tentatively slated for a summer 2008 release, 'Exist' will be recorded starting March 1st. "We're very happy and excited to finally announce our signing with Prosthetic!" guitarist/vocalist Carlos Garcia says. "These guys have treated us like family since day one and they really believe in the music we're making. We're all very anxious to enter the studio and even more pumped to get out on the road and play all the new shit for everyone." In addition, the band has issued a video statement in reaction to the deal here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roozXijOlHM).

Live Rehearsal footage of ANTAGONIST playing clips from some of their new material, as well as prior material and live footage can be seen on the band's YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/user/Antagonistmetal) and on the band's official MySpace page (http://www.myspace.com/antagonist). ANTAGONIST plans on touring heavily after the recording of 'Exist,' and details on venues and cities will be available shortly.

ANTAGONIST live
2/29 Anaheim, CA – Chain Reaction (with Death Before Dishonor)

"Though thrash has been back on the agenda these past few years, its latest exponents have rarely opted for the reined-in virtuosity of the vintage Bay Area sound, let alone transcended it. Southern Californian thrash quartet Antagonist occupy precisely this space." - Decibel magazine

"...An Envy Of Innocence is the result of serious hard work and determination, as these Whittier, California guys lash out aggressively in their bid to establish themselves as group who is worthy of attention, and support, no matter what conservative local political obstacles stand in their way." - Metal Review.com

"...their guitar work alone is resplendent and the solos are next to amazing." - Skyline Press

Why are bands using Hothouse Rehearsal? Here’s what they’re telling us. “The equipment always works”. “Has the cleanest bathrooms I’ve ever seen in a rehearsal studio”. “The staff is super attentive.” “Best sounding and maintained rehearsal rooms.” But mostly they say it’s because the “Hothouse cares about the artist and their rehearsal”. You owe it to your band to come tour the hothouse facility and find out for yourself.

Chiodos interview.
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Birthdays in Music
Who do you share B-days with?

January 27, 2008
>>Mike Patton, American vocalist with Faith No More, turns 40.
>>Tricky, (born Adrian Thawes) Brit actor and trip hop musician, turns 40.
>>Pheeroan akLaff, (born Paul Maddox) American drummer, turns 53.
>>Nick Mason, Brit drummer with Pink Floyd, turns 63.
>>Richard Young, American rhythm guitarist for Kentucky Headhunters, turns 53.
>>Seth Justman, American keyboardist and vocalist with J. Geils Band, turns 57.
>>Margo Timmins, Canadian vocalist with Cowboy Junkies, turns 47.
>>Brian Downey, Brit drummer with Thin Lizzy, turns 57.
>>Buddy Emmons, American pedal steel guitarist, turns 71.
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