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DECEMBER STUDIO REPORT Tafoya at Ranger Studios A t CHICAGO RECORDING COM- PANY in Chicago, Empire producer Jeff Morrow was in Studio 6 with Grammy-winner India Arie. Check out her latest project, the SongVersation podcast! Congrats to CRC’s new General Manager Dave Dakich. “A veteran of the Chicago independent music scene, Dakich spent four years as CRC’s Director of Business Development before becoming the third General Manager in the company’s 44-year history. He credits the company’s ‘unique blend of culture and talent’ for cre- ating a ‘special environment’ that keeps employees happy and inspires clients to come back again and again,’” according to ReelChicago.com At RANGER STUDIOS IN Franklin Park, Donna Frost showcased with Mike Long and the CAU All-Star Band, along with Gretchen Erickson and her band, Jane Mozart Renaissance. Former The Boyzz and B'zz guitarist Mike Tafoya and his band Tafoya have been heavily showcasing on the Ranger soundstage, adding new material for their live show. Party time: The folks at Ranger are host- ing their 2nd Christmas Party with Scraps of Brass on December 14. Hey Studiophiler: To get your studio/band listed in "Studiophile," email your information to service@illinoisenter- tainer.com with the subject line: Studiophile. Deadline for the January issue is December 15. ALL ANALOG RECORDING! # 1/2" 16-track Analog Tape # Vintage and current FX Processing # EP Packages Available # Available for bands, solo (tape included, 1/2" 16-track) artists, mix downs, jingles BOOKING NOW! (219) 595-5632 APRadio.net # Twitter Facebook Instagram: @apradio2 # [email protected] Lunar Chiefs Live Digital Recording 5,000 Square Foot Rehearsal Space and Showcase Facility Live, 32-Channel Digital Recording Open 24 Hours / 7 Days A Week / Security Camera Monitored 24 hours Full Stage with Drums / PA / Guitar & Bass Cabinets provided Daily, Weekly and Monthly Rates available / Ample Parking Sound Systems available for both indoor and outdoor venues. Live / Studio Photography and Videography provided by James Proctor. Since 1975 Ranger has supplied recording and sound system support for the Chicagoland area. We’ve provided sound systems for many major acts, fundraisers, and sporting events as well as local talent and can provide you with a relaxed atmosphere to create your music. A studio run by musicians for musicians and our rates are the most competitive of any studio. From concert stages to weddings, Ranger does it all. Let us prove we can meet your budget. 450 Domenic Court Franklin Park, Illinois 60131 (Marko) 224-650-1718 • [email protected] on Facebook: Ranger Studios and Sound LLC. october 2 019 illinoisentertainer.com 45