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Portland,recording studios, Projects
Portland,recording studios, Kristin Hersh

Kristin Hersh,"In Shock":

Indie/punk pioneer and songwriting/vocal genius Kristin Hersh (Throwing Muses, 50 Ft Wave). EP/CD single from her new album. B-sides produced & arranged by Jim Brunberg.
www.throwingmusic.com
  Portland,recording studios, Jerry Joseph,

Jerry Joseph, "aprilnineteenth":

Songwriting legend returns with a great band including Steve Wright, Steve Drizos, Teisha Helgerson (Amelia) and Little Sue.
Produced, Engineered, Mixed by Jim Brunberg. Mastered by Ryan Foster.
www.jerryjoseph.com
Portland,recording studios, John Wesley Harding, Minus 5

John Wesley Harding,

New John Wesley Harding CD due Spring 2007.
Recorded at Mississippi Studios with the Minus 5.
www.johnwesleyharding.com
  Portland,recording studios, Buoy LaRue

Buoy LaRue, Spin Out of This

2008 album by a wonderfully unique PDX band - a marriage of indie rock and classical music!
Recorded at in McMenamins' Masonic Temple. Produced and engineered by Jim Brunberg
www.myspace.com/buoylarue
Portland,recording studios, X - Angels

X-Angels, "Mississippi Sessions":

For fans of the real thing, the wait is over. The X-Angels are back. Portland’s premier purveyors of roots-rock soul return with a new CD and a renewed commitment to live performance.
Produced, engineered, & mixed by Jim Brunberg. Assistant engineer: Graham Nystrom Executive producers: T. McGriff/R. McAyeal.

www.thexangels.com
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  Portland,recording studios,  The Renegade Saints

The Renegade Saints, "Mercy Saints Alive!":

Great Northwest Music Tour - recorded live at NcMenamins Edgefield and McMenamins Grand Lodge.
Live capture & mixing by Jim Brunberg. Mastering: Tony Olander.
www.myspace.com/renegadesaintsmusic
www.mcmenamins.com
Portland,recording studios, Ashleigh Flynn

Ashleigh Flynn, "American Dream"

Hailed "the darling of the NW Americana scene," by NYC's Village Voice, Ashleigh Flynn, Oregon-by-way-of-Kentucky, presents her third studio album.
Engineered by Jim Brunberg; Produced by Ashleigh Flynn & Jim Brunberg.
www.myspace.com/ashleighflynn
  Portland,recording studios, Studios Compilation III

Mississippi Studios Live, "Volume III":

Kristin Hersh, Ruthie Foster, Yeahs Yeahs Yeahs, Weinland, Everybodyfields, Hillstomp,
Hothouse Flowers, The Bobs, Jerry Joseph,
Tony Furtado, Holmes Brothers, Dan Haley,
Jim Brunberg, Guy Davis, Piano Throwers,
Buoy LaRue, Chris Robley & Fear of Heights.

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Portland,recording studios, Mark Twain Indians

Mark Twain Indians, "Mark Twain Indians":

Mark Twain Indians are a budding five piece indi-rock group from Portland.
Engineered by Jim Brunberg at Mississippi Studios.

www.myspace.com/marktwainindians
  Portland,recording studios, The Reds

The Reds, "RichDisaster":

Debut album from a group that defines its sound as "Go nab John Steinbeck and pour a little soul on him, put him in a big frying pan with some pop, a little country, and a shake of the blues. Get that boiling and just keep it there until the bar closes.
Engineered by Jonathan Newsome.

www.theredband.com
Portland,recording studios, Kieskagato

Kieskagato, "Kieskagato":

Kieskagato trades in an "indie identity" for the band's top goal of honest and accurate characterization of themselves. "This record may weird people out, but it sounds just the way we hoped it would."
Engineered and mixed by Jim Brunberg; Produced by Kieskagato and Jim Brunberg.

www.kieskagato.com
  Portland,recording studios, 48 Hour Film Project,

48 Hour Film Project
National First Place Winner!

Cinema Syndicate's "Tooth and Nail": Winner, Best Film, Best Writing, Best Song (produced & performed by Jim Brunberg)& Audience Award
www.48hourfilm.com
www.cinemasyndicate.com
Portland,recording studios, Cowboy Heroes

Cowboy Heroes, "There's More to Country Music"

2007 release of original rockin' country songs. Ted Martin: lead vocals, acoustic & electric guitars; Duane Ransom: bass, vocals; Pete Lupi: lead guitar, mandolin; Bob Littleton: pedal steel; Ned Failing: drums; Sharon Martin: vocals
Recorded & mixed at Mississippi Studios.

www.thecowboyheroes.com
  Portland,recording studios, Jim Brunberg's New Thing,

Jim Brunberg, "Jim Brunberg's New Thing, E.P. # 1"

The first half of a projected 2-part CD. Released 2007.

www.myspace.com/jimbrunberg
Portland,recording studios, Sangsuree

Nicole Sangsuree, "So Much Has Bloomed"

Debut full length release of original folk/pop songs with hints of jazz, rock, soul, & blues.
Recorded in 4 days at Mississippi Studios. Produced, engineered, & mixed by Jim Brunberg.

www.myspace.com/nicolesanguree
  Portland,recording studios, Salmon Nation Artists project

Over 30 Artists, "Salmon Nation Artists Project"

Founders, Directors, & Producers: Sarah Johnson & Alexa Wiley Pengelly
An auditory and visual tribute to the unique blend of communities, history, and sustainable attitudes of the Salmon Nation bioregion.
Produced, engineered, mixed by Jim Brunberg

www.salmonnation.com
Portland,recording studios, Keep Your Fork

Keep Your Fork There's Pie: Live at Mississippi Studios

"Somewhere in this great city there is a porch with a whole slew of souls and strings howlin’ for the lost twilight and the coming of the dawn. Or maybe they’s just singin’ about all you can eat buffets… "

www.myspace.com/keepyourforktherespie
  Portland,recording studios, Plies/Whitaker Project

Piles/Whitaker Project, "Minor Inconvenience":

An improvisational reflection of the long standing musical frienship of Dennis Plies and Howard Whitaker.
Recorded live June 8-9, at Evans Hall, Lewis and Clark College.
Engineers: Tony Olando and Jim Brunberg
Portland,recording studios, Hillstomp

Hillstomp, "After Two But Before Five":

Junkbox blues duo Hillstomp is infamous for digging through the dumps and forgotten backwoods of American music, recycling traditional elements into a refreshing and distinctive brand of do-it-yourself hill country blues stomp. Recorded Live.

www.hillstomp.com
  Portland,recording studios, Midnight Serenaders

Midnight Serenaders, "Magnolia":

Debut album from Midnight Serenaders who perform vintage small orchestra music from the 1920's and 30's, unearthing and reinterpreting many long-forgotten songs from the early 20th century - jazz and blues flavored pop, crooning ballads, dance, and sweet Hawaiian melodies.

www.myspace.com/midnightserenaders
Portland,recording studios, Nobody Knows cover

Miraflores, "Nobody Knows":

Indie meets hi-fi rock, great power trio pop band.
Produced & Engineered by Jim Brunberg; Mastered by Ryan Foster; Mixed by Joe Chiccarelli

www.mirafloresmusic.net
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  Portland,recording studios, Amelia Por Avion cover

Amelia, "Por Avion":

Recorded live at two of Amelia's outstanding shows at Mississippi Studios, this album includes "Marigolds," recorded live at Mountain Stage & 6 previously unreleased new songs.
Produced by Jim Brunberg and Amelia; Mixed at Mississippi Studios.

www.ameliaband.com
Portland,recording studios, Pinata Baby cover

Ditty Twisters, "Pinata Baby":

Recorded at Mississippi Studios, produced by Joe Chicarelli. Released in Jan 2005!

www.dittytwisters.com
  Portland,recording studios, Dirty Martini cover

Dirty Martini, "Dirty Martini":

This debut album showcases the amazing songwriting abilities as well as the compelling and intricate vocal arrangements of one of the Northwest's most beloved bands.

www.dirtymartinimusic.com
Portland,recording studios, OTTO cover

Sneakin' Out,
"Opera Tuna Teen Ox":

"OTTO" is Sneakin' Out's first all-original effort. Conceived as a soundtrack to a movie which doesn't exist, OTTO showcases the band's unique instrumentation and the aural sweep that instrumentation makes possible.
Recorded at Mississippi Studios; co-produced by the band and Jim Brunberg. Mastered by Ryan Foster.


www.sneakinout.com
  Portland,recording studios, Live Wire Compilation

Live Wire,
"14 Feats of Melodic Mystery and Mayhem":

Live Wire Radios's musical guests span genres, styles and levels of eardrum-shattering loudness.
A mood to please every personality!
Recorded by Mississippi Studios Mobile. Engineered & mixed by Jim Brunberg. Mastered by Ryan Foster.

www.livewireradio.org
Portland,recording studios, Crazy Coyote cover

Lewi Longmire,
"Crazy Coyote":

"Recorded live 6/14/06 at McMenamins Edgefield, Troutdale, OR and 6/15/06 at McMenamins Olympic Club, Centralia, WA.
Recorded on location and mixed at Mississippi Studios by Jim Brunberg. Mastered by Ryan Foster.


www.lewilongmire.com
  Portland,recording studios, 48 Hour Film Project, Portland,recording studios, 48 Hour Film Project,
Portland,recording studios, Live Duo cover

Box Set, "Live Duo II":

The bay area "Dynamic Duo" strikes again. Recorded live at Noe Valley Ministry, San Francisco: June 27th- 28th,'03; mixed at Mississippi Studios, "Live Duo II" captures the ambience of one of Box Set's favorite acoustic venues.

www.boxset.com     www.cdbaby.com
  Portland,recording studios, Sneakin' Out with Ashleigh Flynn

Sneakin' Out With Ashleigh Flynn

"Singer/songwriter Ashleigh Flynn with percussion sensation Sneakin' Out. Guest appearances by local cellist Skip Von Kuske and national folk hero Tracy Grammer grace her songs with a rich string voicing and lovely vocal harmonies." ~ Just Out

www.ashleighflynn.com
Portland,recording studios, Klezmocracy cover

Klezmocracy, "Klezmocracy":

Let me tell ya: these Klezmocracy cats deconstruct klezmer music with illicit glee -- experimenting with rhythm, with harmony, with the essences and boundaries of the repertoire.
Mastered by Ryan Foster.

www.klezmocracy.com     www.cdbaby.com
  Portland,recording studios, Conjunto Berretin Tangamente cover

Conjunto Berretin,"Tangamente":

Traditional Argentine tangos "a la parilla" for dancing - infused with hints of jazz and blues.
Listen, dance and enjoy.
Includes video clip of Conjunto Berretin performing "Gallo Ciego."
Mastered by Mississippi Studios.

www.berretin.com
Portland,recording studios, James Low

James Low, "Live at Mississippi Studios":

Portland's James Low is a gifted song writer with a great just-got-off-ridin'-the-rails wayward soul of a voice .... country tinged, sincere and emotive. His new CD combines the best tracks from two recent shows at Mississippi Studios.

www.jameslow.net     www.cdbaby.com
  Portland,recording studios, Love Express

Jim Brunberg, "Love Express":

Jim Brunberg sings about a graveyard town, a bus, a train, and other things. Includes some demos for songs that Box Set never recorded and some other material.

www.cdbaby.com    www.jimbrunberg.com
Portland,recording studios, Conjunto Berretin

Conjunto Berretin, "Tango for Lovers and Fools":

Recorded, mastered, and duplicated at Mississippi Studios.

www.tangoberretin.com    www.cdbaby.com
  Portland,recording studios, Cordivae cover

Myshkin's Ruby Warblers, "CORVIDAE":

"Myshkin is a rarity, a poet who actually has something to say...dense, dark and exceedingly personal songs rendered beautifully." - Dirty Linen
Mastered at Mississippi Studios.

www.myshkinsrubywarblers.com
Portland,recording studios, Swamp Cactus cover

Swamp Cactus, "Four Decades":

Recorded September 13-16, 2005 at Mississippi Studios, this quartet includes Jack Buddeke - Fender Rhodes, Hammond organ & guitars; Leah Hinchcliff- electric & upright bass; Mary Sue Tobin - alto & soprano saxophones; Kevin Van Geem - drums

www.swampcactus.com
  Portland,recording studios, Raina Rose despite the crushing weight of gravity cover

Raina Rose,
"despite the crushing weight of gravity":

Raina's debut solo album swings from confident acoustic folk to danceable indie-pop to flowing orchestral ballad all with vocal panache.
Produced by Jim Brunberg; Recorded at Mississippi Studios. Mastered by Ryan Foster.

www.rainarose.com
Portland,recording studios, Salute the Blown  Speakers cover

Paper Cameras,
"SALUTE THE BLOWN SPEAKERS":

Paper Cameras: n. 1. four piece band from Portland, Oregon adj. 1. rooted in new wave and glam-punk 2. loud v. 1. to sonicly capture something fragile
Recorded & mixed at Mississippi Studios.

www.trikmagicmusic.com
myspace.com/papercameras
  Portland,recording studios,  return to zer0 cover

Paper Cameras, "return to zer0":

EP by Paper Cameras of songs written by Michael Carothers: released July 2005.
Recorded at Mississippi Studios. Mixed by Joe Funderburk (Silverjews, Tomahawk.)

www.trikmagicmusicmusic.com
myspace.com/papercameras
Portland,recording studios, Folkrum cover

Folkrum, "Some Antics":

Recorded and mixed at Mississippi Studios, Folkrum's debut album, "Some Antics" offers an eclectic blend of hope and harmonies, playful dwellings and storytelling. Also features members from Sneakin' Out and Thamusemeant.

www.cdbaby.com
  Portland,recording studios, Patrice Pike

Patrice Pike Live! at The Brushwood Lounge

Black Bart Playhouse: full house, great vibe, Patrice & Wayne Sutton put on a spectacular show - honest & intensely personal.
Mastered, and duplicated at Mississippi Studios.

www.brushwoodlounge.com
Portland,recording studios,

FreakMountain Ramblers:
"McMenamins Great Northwest Music Tour":

Recorded Live on February 10, 2006, at McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove, OR and February 17, 2006 at McMenamins Kennedy School in Portland, OR.
Mixed & mastered at Mississippi Studios

www.mcmenamins.com
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Portland,recording studios, Play cover

Garett Brennan & The EBGB's, "53 Sessions":

Successfully blending two uniquely American sounds: front porch foot stomp and deviant lean-to stand-up jazz.
Recorded, mixed, mastered, and duplicated at Mississippi Studios.

www.threepin.org

Portland,recording studios, Mirage

Mirage, "Soft Winds":

Unique jazz trio employing vibraphone, clarinet/sax, and bass, playing jazz standards and originals. The music flows like honey; the playing is delicate and elegiac, intimate and sweetly honest.
  Portland,recording studios, Snacking With a Vengeance

Ed Haynes, "Snacking With A Vengeance":

Recorded, mastered, and duplicated at Mississippi Studios. Mastered by Ryan Foster.

www.cdbaby.com
Portland,recording studios, Ashley Marie Amen cover

Ashley Marie, "Amen":

In her debut CD, Ashley Marie's hauntingly beautiful vocals are set against stellar & nuanced instrumentals in jazz-influenced originals that evoke smoky back rooms & Parisian streets of a different era.
Produced by Ashley Marie & Jim Brunberg; Recorded at Mississippi Studios. Mastered by Ryan Foster.

www.cdbaby.com
  Portland,recording studios, Wide Open World cover

Margaret Mallatt,
"Wide Open World":

Margaret's debut album blends the unflinching honesty of a journal with humor and midwestern savoir faire - clear, vibrant, melodius.
Mixed at Mississippi Studios.

www.margaretmallatt.com

Portland,recording studios, Just up the Hill

Talisman, "Just up the Hill":

Celtic style folk music played with fire on hammered dulcimer, fiddle, flutes, guitar, and voice.
Recorded, mastered, and duplicated at Mississippi Studios.

www.TalismanMusic.com   www.cdbaby.com
  Portland,recording studios,Acoustic Minds, Live at Mississippi Studios

Acoustic Minds, "Live at Mississippi Studios":

Acoustic Minds capture the perfect blend of a folk/pop/rock fusion combined with slices of funk, blues and sweet-sounding ballads. Known for soaring vocal harmonies over a solid backbone of master guitar licks and a tight, groove-filled rhythm section.

www.acousticminds.com
Portland,recording studios, Letters

Andy Finn, "Letters":

Andy is a songwriter. "Letters" is a stark, oddly beautiful collection of some of his best songs, performed live (just vocals & guitar).
  Portland,recording studios, Chalkings

Ron Lansing, "Chalkings":

Recorded as a fundraising project for the Public Interest Law Project, a group that helps to provide representation for those who can't afford it. Ron is a one-of-a-kind renaissance thinker who has more than a few insights to share and stories to tell. These readings are about Law, Civil Rights, Oregon History, and Native Americans.
Portland,recording studios, Mississippi Studios' Compilation II

Mississippi Studios' 2005 Compilation:

"...this collection of varied gems offers a tantalizing glimpse of the kind of activity that's made the double-duty recording studio and concert space one of the chief attractions of the resurgent Mississippi neighborhood." ~ Marty Hughley, The Oregonian
Mastered by Ryan Foster.
Proceeds benefit the Mississippi Studios' After School Program.
To order:(503) 288 3895 or jim@mississippistudios.com
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  Portland,recording studios, Mississippi Studios' Compilation

Mississippi Studios' 2004 Compilation:

RECORDED LIVE AT OUR 2004 SHOWS!
2 CDs: 2 hours of great music!
Mastered by Ryan Foster.
Proceeds benefit the Mississippi Studios' After School Program. To order:(503) 288 3895 orjim@mississippistudios.com
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