Dauntless - The Battle of Midway, released in Theaters and video on demand now!

A romantic comedy staring Martha Higareda and Omar Chaparro, Tod@s Caen comes out in theaters August 30!

Tracking completed on the Skin n' Bones album at Sphere Studios, North Hollywood.

With the album's release date just around the corner, the string section for Beto Hale's upcoming album has just complete tracking.

With bass overdubs completed, Skin n' Bones transitions to guitar overdubs.

Overdub sessions begin with the Skin n' Bones album!

Pre-production for the Skin n' Bones LP finished and tracking began over the weekend at Igloo Music. The band...

Tracking complete for the theme music on Telemundo's "Mi Familia Perfecta."

Tracking started for Beto Hale's upcoming Spanish rock album!

Tracking for the upcoming Chocolate Revolution single "Oh So Crazy" has begun.

Meeting with CEO of Geffen Records, Neil Jacobson at Universal Records.

Preproduction is underway with classic rock band Skin n' Bones for their upcoming full length album!

Nutallya signs with Coldharbour recordings and releases her latest single "Breath Again".

New music to come from The Chocolate Revolution! Expected titles...

Lito de la Isla and Los Rumberos de Massachusetts perform at major festivals across Mexico.

Dead Poet Society find's success in Mexico and goes on multi city tour to sold out crowds.

Once A Wolf's sound is reminiscent of classic rock, blues and early metal with modern twists and adages to that of The Black Keys, Arctic Monkeys, and Jack White. Inspired by the music they've grown up with, they are actively in the pursuit to leave their mark in the music industry.

Los Rumberos de Massachusetts perform with Carlos Santana, open for Steve Aoki and Will I Am.

After months of strenuous, detailed work in production, Alexandra Izzo's EP is out!

Former production artist Lito de la Isla ("Vamos") and his band Los Rumberos de Massachusetts get signed to Sony Publishing!

With creative direction from @zdjmusic and sonic soundscapes in the likes of Calvin Harris, Alesso, and Zhu, this album is anticipated to gain traction fast.

Co-Produced by J-Stylz of Blackstreet and Gary Lazzara at Clear Lake Recording Studios in North Hollywood, CA, NuttaLyA releases her anticipated debut album "Don't Lead Me On" featuring Michael Jordan Brand Ambassador and String Arranger Lee England Jr, available now on iTunes!

Aloure Music band in production Once A Wolf opens for Alien Ant Farm at their Album Release Party! Alien Ant Farm is releasing their first new record since 2006’s Up In The Attic. The album titled Always And Forever was released February 24th with the album-release show at the world famous Whiskey A Go Go in Los Angeles.

Former Gary Lazzara management and marketing clients 7 Days Away SIGN RECORD DEAL WITH LOS ANGELES RECORD LABEL ES Audio/Vinyl Soul Records. Full Length album scheduled to be released within the year along with promotional tour dates to be announced!

Members of The Chocolate Revolution made their way to Los Angeles, CA to perform in front of show producers and executives.

Los Rumberos of Massachusetts won the award for "Best International Artist" for the 2nd straight year at the Boston Music Awards held at the Liberty Hotel in Boston, MA. Rumba!

Los Rumberos de Massachusetts en ganar el premio al ¨Mejor Artista Internacional¨ por el segundo año seguido en los ¨Boston Music Awards¨ que tuvieron lugar en el Liberty Hotel en Boston, MA! Rumba!

Thrash metal band Warbringer (Century Media Records) officially announces new guitarist (Noah Young - Once A Wolf) as new member of the band.

With a voice that has grabbed the attention of various audiences ranging from distinguished DJs to the NBA, Aloure Music announces the signing of EDM artist Alexandra Izzo and the start of her Deep House/Progressive House EP featuring EDM producer Zack Djurich [ZDJ]!

Not one artist's album has gone platinum in 2014. Is 2014 just a bad year for albums or is it a testament of the times?

Over the course of his prolific career in A&R, Pete Ganbarg, Executive Vice President and Head of A&R at Atlantic Records, has worked with a wide array of artists ranging from Run DMC, Kelly Clarkson, Train, Halestorm, Santana and Daughtry, to Christina Perri, Twenty One Pilots, Donna Summer, Chaka Khan, Aaron Neville and more. He has A&R’d projects and/or worked full time for Columbia, Arista, Virgin, Warner Brothers, RCA, Epic, Capitol, and now Atlantic Records, where he has headed up A&R since late 2008.

After being invited back and performing to another jam packed HOB, The Chocolate Revolution top the Reverbnation charts in San Diego.

After performing at the House Of Blues Downtown Disney and San Diego, the The Chocolate Revolution rocked the house after being invited to play for a 3rd time.

As a relatively young band with sonic influences that stem from classic rock, blues, and early metal to the sounds of The Black Keys, The Foo Fighters, and Arctic Monkeys, Once A Wolf is redefining genres as they begin to leave their mark in the music industry.

In anticipation for their performance at the 33rd Adams Ave Street Fair, The Chocolate Revolution were featured on Good Morning San Diego news.

With the anticipated release of her song "Anhelo", Naya Sian performs to a sold out show at the House Of Blues, Hollywood, CA.

Naya Sian signs management contract with Rafael Salazar and Conciertos America. Album is anticipated to be released Winter 2015 with album distribution managed by Universal Music Group.

With growing anticipation of her debut album, Natalya’s EP is expected to be released Winter of 2014 and comprise of R&B, Pop, & EDM/Dubstep. Recording is taking place at Clear Lake Recording Studios in North Hollywood, CA.

Steve Ralbovsky, founder of Canvasback Music, has worked in the industry for over 30 years nurturing the careers of artists including David Gray, Soundgarden, LL Cool J, the Beastie Boys, Ben Kweller, The Strokes, Ray Lamontagne, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kings of Leon, and My Morning Jacket while at RCA, Columbia Records, and Def Jam. Ralbovky’s passion for artistry in music continues today at Canvasback Music, fostering the artistic development of a new generation of artists including Alt-J, Grouplove, The Joy Formidable, Frightened Rabbit, and The Orwells.

Inside Big Fish Recording Studios with The Chocolate Revolution recording their latest singles "Ride Away" and "Lonely Girl".

Preproduction begins with latin recording artist Naya Sian in her upcoming album scheduled for release Spring 2015. In her new incarnation as Naya Sian, formally known as "Fabiola", her lyrics imitate life's journeys as they explore love, loss, alienation, and self-discovery...

From Miami, Florida, Jon Anthony has been scouted by Marc Anthony and Sony Music Latin, Univision, and Telemundo. Jon Anthony Vasquez releases his latest single, "Cuando Llueve," Mix/Mastered by Gary Lazzara.

Over the years, 6 String Pimp has written over 1,000 songs in various genres with an emphasis on alternative metal. With tasty riffs compared to that of Black Sabbath, Santana, Steve Vie, Dream Theater, Slipnot and Styx, 6 String Pimp is a fresh, edgy, instrumental group.

Preproduction begins with Natalya Bailets in her upcoming EP featuring J-stylz of Blackstreet!

So you’ve written a great tune, you’ve put the final touches on the lyrics, and you’re pretty sure you’ve got that vocal thing nailed. You’re ready to record, but just how prepared are you? Studio time isn’t cheap. Preparedness will not only make your life easier, it could also wind up saving you a few bucks. Here are five things to address before you enter the recording studio.

With its class-leading resolution and Realtime UAD Processing, Apollo sets a new standard for music production, mixing, and mastering.

A few behind the scenes pics from 7 Days Away's recent photo shoot. Steadily breaking ground in the Music Industry since 2008 when being included on the Lionsgate Films Soundtrack for the Movie Punisher: Warzone – as well as other major motion picture releases, 7 Days Away have managed to grab the attention of a broad audience of listeners and industry professionals alike. With 3 previous E.P. releases: Death Cannot Separate, Stigmata, The Risk, as well as the latest word of a full-Length LP album release in the works, the band have recruited new talent from as far as Barcelona, Spain to accomplish the goal of adding their best work yet to an already unprecedented independently built resume.

Just like the art of making music, recording music is also an art – and a science.  If not recorded with the same level of expertise, skill, passion, and creativity as when an artist’s lyrics and chords are first composed, the end result that the world hears will never, ever reflect the musician’s true vision and voice.

After much anticipation, artist Danny Attack of 7 Days Away is creating his solo artist EP and has chosen Gary Lazzara to mix/master the album. The album is scheduled for release in April, 2014.

Crowdfunding is quickly becoming a useful alternative for musicians looking to pay for the production and distribution of their albums and concert tours. As will be shown, crowdfunding is a quantum leap from traditional record label financing.

Getting a record deal is the musician equivalent of a high school ball player making it pro, only with fewer head injuries and lower odds of an overdose. Two albums into my career as a rapper, I had a hit song, and the recording industry whisked me off to Hollywood. My fairy tale lasted 11 months...

Steadily breaking ground in the Music Industry since 2008 when being included on the Lionsgate Films Soundtrack for the Movie Punisher:Warzone – as well as other major motion picture releases, 7 Days Away have managed to grab the attention of a broad audience of listeners and industry professionals alike. With 3 previous E.P. releases: Death Cannot Separate, Stigmata, The Risk, as well as the latest word of a full-Length LP album release in the works, the band have recruited new talent from as far as Barcelona, Spain to accomplish the goal of adding their best work yet to an already unprecedented independently built resume.

The NAMM Show 2014 was a big success! Some pictures from NAMM week...

Imagine Dragons

The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences nominated 30 Berklee alumni for a total of 36 Grammy Awards. For the third year in a row, Berklee alumni are nominated in the top three categories: Record of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year.

Congratulations to The Chocolate Revolution! Pre-production has begun on a 3 song EP scheduled for release April, 2014.

If you’re brand new in this business or even a seasoned pro, there’s no doubt that you've heard a recording referred to as a “record.” But what do industry professionals mean by this?

AT&T will offer Beats Music subscriptions with monthly smartphone service and promote the bundle heavily. In addition to the $10 individual plan, AT&T will sell a family plan for $15, giving separate Beats accounts to up to five users — a deal that puts Beats far ahead of its competitors, which have never landed such a far-reaching integration with a major American phone carrier.

Congratulations to Emily Snider! As an Indie/Post Hard Rock artist, Emmi Snider's debut EP is inspired by artists such as Evanescence, Avril Lavigne, Superchick, and Maria Mena.

You’re an artist, you want to succeed, you recorded music.  What do you do next?
Below is a blueprint that, if you apply over the next year to six months, should increase your chances of success.  Some of you may already be doing/have done many of these things, and should start where it makes sense.  Others may need to start at step one.

CONGRATULATIONS! to Tyler Scott (Assistant engineer in “Break” by Luke Niccoli - Produced/Mixed by Gary Lazzara”) receives credit on Beyonce’s latest self titled album, “Beyonce”.

The Hollywood Reporter's ranking of the top 10 music schools reveals a unique hierarchy of institutional standing. Based on a survey of academic and entertainment insiders -- including composers, arrangers, music supervisors, editors and engineers from The Society of Composers & Lyricists -- both traditional conservatories and innovative programs that funnel talent to Hollywood resonate among those who have graduated to the professional sphere.

About a year ago, I was introduced to the lovely lady, Nona Hendryx. Some might recognize her from her great solo music career back in the 1980s. Others of you might remember her as one of the members of "Labelle" staring the one and only Patti LaBelle.

Used in numerous major recording studios around the world, the Genelec 1031A series monitors are considered to be one of the best near field monitors ever made. Countless number 1 hit singles have been mixed using Genelec 1031A studio monitors in every genre. Most recently, the Genelec 1031A has been inducted into the TECnology Hall of Fame.

Getting a song on the pop charts takes big money. Def Jam started paying for Rihanna's recent single, "Man Down," more than a year ago. In March of 2010, the label held a writing camp in L.A. to create the songs for Rihanna's album, Loud.

CONGRATULATIONS! to Sophie Chen (“Pour the Love” Mastered by Gary Lazzara) for advancing to the battle rounds in The Voice China!

10 finalists competed for the title of Suburban Chicago's Got Talent at the Taste of Arlington Heights on Saturday, with Gabriela Francesca of Palatine being named the winner. Gabriela Francesca’s hit single “Money Gone” was mixed by Gary Lazzara at Dirty Water Sound and Music Studios in Boston, MA.

A star since the 1970s, Nona Hendryx has always thrived at music's cutting edge. As a member of LaBelle, Hendryx was in a groundbreaking rock/funk band that racked up smash albums and singles, including No. 1 hit "Lady Marmalade (Voulez Vous Coucher Avec Moi Ce Soir?)." Her solo albums also garnered hits and large audiences.

M'bolo plays mbalax, the high energy music of Senegal. "M'bolo" means "together" in Wolof, a language spoken in Senegal. Cheikh Ngom, lead singer and songwriter, was born and raised in Kaolack, a city on the coast of Senegal.