Specialties

River 16 Recording Studio specializes in: - Artist Development - Recording & Mixing - Rehearsal Space - Video Production - Professional Voice-Overs - Jingles - Private Events

History

Established in 2004.

River 16 first came to be when singer-songwriter Rob Lackie decided to build a personal studio in a shack overlooking the 16 mile creek. The name comes from a historical painting of the 16 mile creek. The heading under the painting read "River 16", which became the name of Rob's band. Rob has been in music all of his life and has toured across Canada, but always made his way home to Oakville. Rob realized that Oakville has so many young and professional musicians and felt that he should build a professional facility to help cultivate the existing and new musical talent. Construction of the new studio began in 2007 and mayor Rob Burton cut the ribbon at the public opening in April 2009. The live room is over 700 square feet in size and has a warm vintage vibe. George Graves (Toronto mastering engineer; Peter Gabriel, The Guess Who, Rush, Alice Cooper, U2) has commented on its sweet sound. Terry Medwedyk, one of Canada's finest acousticians helped with the layout of the control room.

Meet the Business Owner: Rob L.

-Singer/Songwriter & Producer -Studio Owner -Toured A Circuit Venues as front man of Monaco -Lead singer of River 16 (band). -Graduate from Social Research Techniques Sheridan College -Recipient of TV Cogeco's Star Award 2012 for Entertainment Large System. -Received for In a Song live video shoot of 10 bands. -Active supporter of local music scene.