Vendors
Production companies, event planners, equipment providers, and more.
Amanda Shaw
High-energy fiddle music performer specializing in authentic New Orleans entertainment.
DJ Oh2
Popular choice for high-energy music and DJ services at weddings and corporate events.
Toast Entertainment
Known for DJing, lighting, and wedding ceremony audio. Premium entertainment services for weddings and events.
Bounce World NOLA
Leading provider of bounce houses and inflatable obstacle courses for parties and events.
Louis Pettinelli Entertainment
Specialized in live musical ensembles and bands for events and performances.
Shutter and Shoots
Professional photo booth services for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions.
Amber Rachelle & The Sweet Potatoes
Known for versatile band performances at weddings, corporate events, and live venues.
See-Hear Productions
Offers premium event production and AV services for corporate and private events nationwide.
AD Event Group
Specializes in custom dance floors, lighting, and vinyl branding for events.
The Phunky Monkeys
A top New Orleans event band offering live performances for weddings, corporate gatherings, and special events.
Bayou Sound Engineering
Professional sound engineering and live mixing for concerts, studio sessions, and events throughout the Greater New Orleans area.
Empire Merch Co.
Custom merchandise design and printing for artists, events, and brands. Screen printing, embroidery, and more.
Big Red NOLA Production
Full-service music production, distribution, content creation, and rights management. Bringing creative visions to life across NOLA and NYC.
NOLA Lens Photography
Event and portrait photography specializing in music, concert, and lifestyle shoots.
Crown City Events
Full-service event planning and coordination for music showcases, album releases, and cultural events in NYC.
Top Recording Studio Designers & Acousticians
WSDG (Walters-Storyk Design Group)
A premier global architectural and acoustic design firm founded by John Storyk, responsible for over 3,500 world-class audio/video production facilities. Known for designing Electric Lady Studios and numerous high-end studios, WSDG specializes in acoustic consulting, systems integration, and studio design for music, film, and education.
Key Personnel
- John Storyk — Founding Partner & Architect, designed Jimi Hendrix's Electric Lady Studios
- Sergio Molho — Partner & Director of Business Development
- Renato Cipriano — Director of Design
- Silvia Molho — Art Director
Core Competencies
- • Acoustic Consulting & Structural Isolation
- • Studio Design & Construction
- • Systems Integration (Audio, Video, Tech)
- • Creative Environment Design
Notable WSDG Projects
Electric Lady Studios (NYC)
Jungle City Studios (NYC)
Sonastério Studios (Brazil)
Studio 21A (Beijing)
The Church Studios (London — Paul Epworth's studio)
Sonic Den (Mexico — Dolby Atmos)
Berklee College of Music (Educational)
Jazz at Lincoln Center (Educational)
Industry-Renowned Studio Designers
Russ Berger Design Group (RBDG)
Known for over 4,000 projects, specializing in high-end acoustical design for music, educational, and corporate clients.
Wes Lachot Design Group
Highly regarded for designing rooms with exceptional acoustics, often using modern, sleek design principles.
Tom Hidley
Renowned for designing over 400 top-tier recording studios, famous for pioneering work in studio acoustics.
George Augspurger
Highly regarded for fixing studio room issues and providing experienced, professional acoustics advice.
Carl Tatz Design
Known for designing high-end personal studio suites and monitoring systems.
Michael Cronin
Well-known for designing major commercial studios.
John Sayers
Highly respected voice in studio design and construction.
Studio Design & Construction Firms
Sondhus
Design/build firm focusing on custom acoustic treatments and personalized spaces for small-to-large facilities.
Studio Design Partners (SDP)
Grammy-winning expertise in designing artistic production spaces, based in Los Angeles.
Music City Acoustics
Nashville-based firm focusing on acoustic design and professional studio environments.
Haverstick Designs
Acoustic consulting and design firm specializing in custom studio solutions.
SIA Acoustics
Architectural acoustics firm specializing in high-performance sound spaces.
HD Acoustics
Specialized acoustical design and construction services.
Atom Sonic Concepts
Philadelphia-based design and custom project creation for studios and performance spaces.
Additional Industry Specialists
Other recommended professionals include Martin Pilchner, Lawrence P. Swist, Neil Grant, David Bell, Steven Klein, Carl Yanchar, Phillip Newell, Thomas Jouanjean, and Jean-Pierre Lafont.
Eco-Friendly Acoustic Design
Tim Perry specializes in environmentally conscious acoustic treatment and design.
Key Consideration: Customization
Many projects require customized solutions to address specific room constraints, often requiring custom specialized installations rather than off-the-shelf products. Professional consultation is recommended.
Phil Tan
Legendary Producer · Engineer · Mixer
Phil Tan is one of the most prolific and successful mixing engineers in contemporary music, known for shaping the sound of hip-hop, R&B, and pop from the 1990s through today. Based at his legendary studio philpotrecords.com, he has worked with some of the industry's biggest names and consistently delivers platinum and multi-platinum records.
Core Specialties
- • Hip-Hop & Rap Production/Mixing
- • R&B & Soul Mixing
- • Pop/Mainstream Crossover
- • Multi-Platinum Expertise
Industry Recognition
- • Grammy-Nominated Mixing Engineer
- • 50+ Platinum Records
- • Hit-Making Producer
- • Studio Owner & Mentor
Notable Credits & Placements
Ludacris — 'Crash & Burn'
Usher — 'Burn Slow' (feat. Trey Songz)
R. Kelly — Major Projects
Chris Brown — Numerous Hits
Future — 'Draco'
Drake — Collaborative Work
Outkast — Production Work
T.I. — King of the South (mixing)
Full Sail University Recording Engineering Alumni
Multi-Grammy winners and industry veterans who have shaped modern recording — from mixing chart-topping hits to mastering award-winning projects across pop, rap, gospel, and Latin music.
Leslie Brathwaite
1992 Graduate
Multi-Grammy Mixing Engineer
Pharrell Williams, Beyoncé, Cardi B, Jay-Z
Atlanta-based
Carlton Lynn
1994 Graduate
2-Time Grammy Mix Engineer
TLC, Lecrae, Madonna, The Roots, Aretha Franklin
20+ year industry veteran
Michael Graves
5-Time Grammy Mastering Engineer
Audio Restoration & Preservation
Specialized mastering across all genres
Industry legend
Blake Harden
Grammy-Nominated Engineer
Mixing Engineer
Kendrick Lamar's DAMN., Major Label Projects
Contemporary mixer
Josh Gudwin
Latin Grammy-Nominated
Mixing Engineer
Bad Bunny, Major Latin Music Projects
Latin music specialist
Colin Leonard
Latin Grammy-Nominated
Mastering Engineer
Bad Bunny, Latin Music Masters
Mastering specialist
🏆 Award-Winning Alumni & Industry Leaders
Juan Peralta & Gary A. Rizzo
1990s graduates — Oscars 2026 for film "F1"
Darren Schneider
Recording/Mix Engineer & Full Sail Course Director — Grammy-nominated projects
Ben "Ben Billions" Diehl
Production & Engineering specialist
Dave Clauss
Producer/Engineer — Shakira's El Dorado
Phil Tan & Byron Jupiter
Production & mixing veterans
Grammy-Winning Producer/Engineer Bruce Swedien at Full Sail Live
Studio Architecture & Acoustics | John Storyk Lecture at Full Sail University
Complete Alumni Network
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Cosimo Matassa
April 13, 1926 – September 11, 2014 · New Orleans, LA
Cosimo Vincent Matassa was a legendary American recording engineer and studio owner who fundamentally shaped the New Orleans sound and the trajectory of R&B and early rock and roll. At just 18 years old in 1945, he opened J&M Recording Studio in the back of his family's shop on Rampart Street in the French Quarter, creating one of the most historically significant recording spaces in American music history.
Working with icons like Fats Domino, Big Joe Turner, and countless legends, Matassa's technical innovation and ear for the New Orleans musical tradition helped define an entire era of popular music. His studio became a gateway for discovering and recording the raw, authentic sound that would influence generations of musicians worldwide. In 2012, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and in 2021, he was awarded the Grammy Trustees Award for his immeasurable contributions to recording arts.
Legacy
Pioneer of New Orleans R&B, Rock & Roll, and American recording arts
Recognition
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2012), Grammy Trustees Award (2021)
J&M Recording Studio
Rampart Street, French Quarter — birthplace of New Orleans recordings
Impact
Shaped the sound of Fats Domino, Big Joe Turner, and countless legends
Cosimo Matassa's visionary approach to recording — combining technical precision with deep respect for authentic New Orleans musicianship — established the template for artist-centered studio ownership that continues to inspire engineers and studio owners worldwide.
