"Out of all the places I've recorded, the quality, crisp warmth of my vocals I get with your setup is the best I've come across!" - Lil' Mike, rap artist
"I searched and researched several studios before deciding to record at Muse. Most of them had nice facilities, fine recording equipment, and a strong musician/computer geek at the board. Some cost a little more, some a little less. They all had their positives and their negatives. The reason I chose Muse, and the reason I haven't at any time regretted the choice, is Mike Barden. To me, Mike IS Muse. He has the patience of a saint, which he needed to employ often with me as a musician with extremely limited studio experience. He has the graciousness to allow me to make the record I want to make - contributing everything I ask him to and never superimposing his vision over mine. Through the years I've worked with many different people in the music business and as you probably know, they can be ... temperamental. But Mike's one of the best. I can't imagine anyone having a problem getting along with him. He's professional, knowledgeable, and supportive. Recording at Muse has been just about as pleasant and productive as I ever could have hoped for." - J Kreger, songwriter (Duster) “Mike Barden and the studio by far exceeded my expectations in music production! I set out at first to do what I call a ‘simple recording’ for personal use and what I received was so tremendous that it encouraged me to complete my first solo CD project 'Sanctuary Of My Heart'. I have received such positive feedback about the recording and production from those who have listened to it; I have no doubts that the production elevated my songwriting! Mike is an extremely talented and creative individual--I have been impressed with his willingness to listen to and work with my ideas and in several cases patiently reworked and reworked with ideas that I kept changing. I know from experience that you do not get this same level of professionalism, courtesy and affordability at other studios. That’s why I have chosen to work with Mike again on my next project which is currently in development!” -Rick Stephenson, N-Siteful Music and Living the Promise Ministries Inc. "You made the recording session seem so easy! I'm looking forward to hearing the songs as they are mixed, and want to thank you in advance for your talent and expertise. I'm very impressed!! Thanks again--I am enjoying working with you very much." -Nancy Walloch, vocalist "Mike has developed his studio with musicians in mind. It's comfortable and well-stocked with exceptional equipment. In addition, Mike creates a non-threatening atmosphere in which I can bring out my best playing. Being a musician himself, he can offer insights to make the performance even better. When mixing, he'll take the "best of the best" from a session and weave it together seamlessly. The icing on the cake is the quality of the sound. Every time I listen to our CD, I'm really impressed with the final product." -Bill Jordan, saxophonist for jazz/soul band Uptown "Thanks again for the recording – it sounds great and we have received so many compliments!!!" -Pam Gusmer, vocalist with Shepherd's Quarter "Mike made a great-sounding group sound even better with our recording. We now have a permanent keepsake of beautiful music that we proudly were a part of!" -John Hammond, vocalist with Shepherd's Quarter "Mike Barden and his Chain-O-Lakes recording studio provided us with a quality recording at a rock bottom price. His high-tech portable recording equipment was able to furnish us with an audio memory that will last a lifetime. His professional approach to making sure we were happy was unparalleled by anyone we had previously contracted with. Mike’s knowledge of sound recording, combined with his own skills as a superlative musician, combines to make his sound engineering second to none." -Dan Wolfgram, Conductor, Waupaca Community Choir and Civic Orchestra |
Performing Artists:
Jerry Duginski Justin Waite Stephanie Seefeldt As it Is Lil' Mike Mr. G Reality Amy Kurylo Rick Stephenson Danny Mitchell Shepherd's Quarter Timmy Kash True Harmony J Kreger/Duster Ron Reynolds Altered End Michael Smith Spoken Word: Gil Burstede (heart centering/meditation course) "Friends and Family" Projects: Casey Niesen, Waupaca Nancy Walloch, Stevens Point Live Concert Recordings: Monteverdi Chorale, Stevens Point Waupaca Fine Arts Festival Wausau Lyric Choir Stevens Point Ecumenical Choir Schools, Business: Waupaca School District Sentry Insurance World Headquarters, Stevens Point |
