Scandinavia is AMAZING! The people are wonderful and make hosting an event here such an enjoyable…read moreexperience. The space is huge with beautiful, high ceilings, and the creative team at Scandi will help you rearrange and set everything up to accommodate your needs. I've been to music and comedy shows here when they've set up a stage in the in the infinity wall area. They have space to fit around 100 people, which is fantastic! If you're looking to host a show or event, I would absolutely recommend reaching out to Scandinavia. They do a wonderful job of making the space fit your needs and they are incredibly welcoming. Whether it be a party or show, Scandi has got you covered!

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Justin is just an amazing person. His knowledge of our…read moresystem was great and he was genuine and honest. He was very patient with us in fixing our sound system, and training us. He was very personable, and friendly. He blended right in with our praise team; I felt like he was one of our crew! Thank you so much Justin! You were and are awesome! Mission Pointe Church

I reached out to Soul Graffiti looking for a place to have one of my student bands rehearse on a…read moreregular weekly basis. Soul Graffiti was not only very helpful, but they were friendly quick to respond and very knowledgeable. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them! Not only that they reached out to me asking about my needs, and they offered to ask friends of theirs nearby who had possible rehearsal spaces very very helpful

Sandy is creative, professional, and truly knows how to make each session special. We have had the…read morepleasure of working with her for both maternity and newborn photoshoots, and every experience has been wonderful. She is so gentle and careful when posing newborns, which made us feel completely comfortable and confident. We look forward to work with her again.

Such a wonderful experience working with her for our baby boy's newborn and 100-day sessions. She…read moreis incredibly talented, yet so humble, warm, patient, and genuinely caring. Every time we enter her studio, she is always so open to welcoming our ideas and has this beautiful ability to give life to exactly what we have envisioned with her creative touch as a surprise. She never rushes the session and makes our little one and our entire family feel completely comfortable and welcomed . Even with our additional editing requests, she has always been so kind and accommodating. Truly a lovely person and a gifted photographer--we'll cherish these memories for a lifetime.

I've been recording with Bryan Matheson and Skyline Studios for 30 years. Bryan knows the recording…read morebusiness inside and out, and has been invaluable to me on many levels--as a top-notch engineer, adding guitar, and recommending the perfect singers and other musicians I need for my songs. In addition to Bryan, I've been fortunate to work with his wonderful team, including Ben, Varun, Miles, and Darian. Everyone at Skyline is professional and friendly. Laid-back atmosphere. Great results!

Great space, excellent owner. There's parking, it's easy to get to, good food nearby. Awesome gear,…read moregood vibes, clean studio. Come record your music here!

I can't believe no one has reviewed this place! It is a great rehearsal studio, and great place to…read moremeet fellow musicians. It's huge, taking up a whole city block, and affordable, offering daily and monthly rates on a great variety of different types of studios, a loading dock and many many other conveniences. The loading dock is set up like a garage and you can lock yourself in which is a great security feature. It's also kept spotlessly clean, and I do mean the restrooms, which are large and accommodating. BF says that basically, this place saved the bay area music industry when all of the other studios went belly up. And he wants me to say that 24 hour access and security are provided, that it's an extremely safe place and that Al Lucchesi the guy who owns it is an amazing, selfless and beautiful person. I found this article to be very interesting as well: http://www.eastbayexpress.com/gyrobase/riding_the_sound_wave/Content?oid=898417&page=1 From their page: "Our monthly studio building has 165 studios and is three stories high. The heart of the creature is our so powerful freight elevator which has dutifully hauled the instruments of many a band and has shown up in lots of photo shoots and videos". Conveniently located just off the Grand St turnoff and close to public transportation.

Awesome place Awesome people…read moreAwesome Cafe Awesome recording studio downstairs Awesome Management Clean Bathrooms, halls, and rooms Functional Roll-up door and freight elevator Only 4 stars because it is owned by West Oakland Associates, meaning they want want want money. The prices are crazy. Yes I would recommend Helpful? click the [Helpful] button below

Pixar Animation Studios is less of a tourist attraction and more of a pilgrimage site for animation…read morefans. We drove up to the campus knowing that this is where films like Toy Story, Finding Nemo, Up, and Inside Out were created, and simply standing outside the property carried a certain weight if those movies were part of your childhood. The studio grounds are private and not open for public tours, so the experience is naturally limited, but the location still holds plenty of significance because of what was created here. The most recognizable sight is the Luxo Jr. lamp and Pixar ball near the entrance. Even from outside the property, seeing these symbols in person created an immediate connection to the studio's history. The campus itself is beautifully maintained, with clean architecture, landscaped grounds, and a design that reflects the creativity associated with Pixar's films. We spent a few minutes at the entrance, taking in the details and imagining the work that happens behind those walls. Expectations are important here. There are no public exhibits, interactive experiences, or visitor facilities. Most people will spend only a few minutes at the entrance before moving on. The appeal comes entirely from the studio's legacy rather than the amount there is to do on site. If you are lucky, you may be able to go on the tour, but it can be tough to secure one, and it is not something to count on for a casual visit. For dedicated Pixar fans, that is often enough. Seeing the place where some of the most influential animated films of the last several decades were made provides a sense of connection that goes beyond a typical sightseeing stop. It is not a destination worth building an entire day around, but it can be a fun and memorable detour for anyone who grew up with Pixar movies. The significance of the location carries the experience, and for those who appreciate the studio's work, the short stop feels meaningful.

Visiting Pixar Studios this past June was seriously a bucket list moment for Christopher and me!…read moreFrom the moment we walked onto the campus, it felt like we were stepping into a world where creativity and imagination run wild. Huge shoutout to our amazing host, Natalie Lyon, for making the experience extra special. She was so warm and welcoming, and it was awesome to see the place through the eyes of someone who clearly loves what she does. We geeked out over the iconic Luxo Jr. lamp and ball, wandered through inspiring spaces filled with artwork and storyboards, and got a behind-the-scenes look at the kind of storytelling magic that has shaped so many of our favorite films. Also--note to future visitors: the merch store is dangerously good. We didn't leave empty-handed. If you ever get the chance to visit Pixar, go! It's pure magic, and it made us feel like wide-eyed kids all over again.

Really cool studio - fully equipped with tons of crazy gear - awesome outboard, every instrument…read moreyou could ever need. So many different mics - a lot of vintage ones too. Laid down vocals and 12-string guitar for a folky track. Danny B. the engineer I worked with was incredible - really flexible and meticulous with understanding my vision and making it happen. Did a three-mic setup for the guitar - and it sounds INCREDIBLE. Highly recommend for recording anything from simple folky acoustic all the way up to full band and everywhere in between. This place is straight up legit and captured my music in a way I'm not sure other studios could have. Again highly recommend working with Danny if you can. Prices are also pretty reasonable - will def be recording more here when I get the chance.

This review is specifically for Chris Paxton. I've had a great experience working with Chris in…read moremixing/mastering one of my latest house tracks. He's a fun and professional to collaborate with, and I'm beyond happy with how my song sounds as a finished product. I've been producing on Ableton for a few years, and I was specifically looking to work with someone in studio to learn and improve my mixes in general. I spent a few hours with Chris in his Oakland studio and learned so much during that time. It was one of the most informative sessions I've had since I started making music! Chris shared numerous different techniques and workflow tips with me while making suggestions and helping refine my track. It's clear that he's an expert in Ableton, but is also generous in sharing his knowledge. After our in-person session, we collaborated for another week or so via phone/e-mail through the mastering process. Throughout this process, he was thorough, patient, and gave invaluable feedback and recommendations - all while communicating effectively. Something I really appreciate about working with Chris is that he makes suggestions and gives honest feedback, but also makes sure that he respects the original vision for what the track should sound like. He makes suggestions but never pushes or makes it feel like you're straying or altering your original track. I look forward to working with Chris again! Highly recommend Mothership Studio.

I've done three significant recording projects now and Ben is definitely the best; so much so that…read moreI plan to re-record one old project with him sometime next year. The project Ben recorded and edited for me was an audio business book. However, the book was not a straight-forward read because it had three sections. One section was "book" content, one section was reading five interview transcripts and making that sound like the listener was there, one section was instructional content. Ben immediately got how the three had to be different and was a true partner in helping me handle all three. Ben also smoothly handled my errors and re-do's. What's more, he dealt with my noisy gut issue (an annoying Crohn's symptom) with grace and humor which helped calm the noise. He is professional and personable -- always there on time for our sessions even after being in the City recording for KFOG (how cool is that!?). The end result is an outstanding product. Last but not least to mention in this recommendation: Ben's fees are very reasonable. I never once worried about time. All in all, I recommend Ben Bernstein for recording and editing of your business projects and of course music. Also want to note that we used his studio in Emeryville, not the one shown on the website. The Emeryville studio is much larger and has all the pro bells and whistles. It's also very easy to get to. And if you happen to want to run by Ikea...you're right there :)

Ben was great to work with. The sound quality was excellent and the work was well done. Could…read morerecommend them more highly

Do not attend this school--I attend the classes and paid for the entire DJ course early and never…read morereceived my certificate

I started my music journey awhile ago, but didn't really feel like I was progressing so reached out…read moreto Anthem to see what my options were. I found the classes well worth the price, and also realized I completely missed the value of music education in general. After so many years of youtube tutorials and tips I knew all of the lingo and how the fx worked etc, but not really the process. This truly helped unlock that, music is a process and not a collection of facts that lead you to something great. This paired with a focus on developing and understanding myself as an artist has made music so much more refreshing and exciting, it's truly a pleasure to create all over again-kudos to kyle and team!

DJ Marselus played the wrong playlist at a corporate event for 300 guests. He was not enthusiastic…read morebut rather sad and disinterested during the event. The audience was bored and music was not what our client requested. Another time DJ Marselus who was talking to a bride for months did not show up and sent another DJ without informing a client and an Event Planner. A wedding was ruined as the up lights did not work and all music was wrong. When I asked why I was not informed as an Event Planner I did not get a clear answer and was ignored. The emails and texts also get ignored. Stay away!

Marselus Dj'ed our wedding last Saturday and he did a great job! Everyone in our family was…read morecomplimenting us on the music the day afterwards and how nice Marsleus himself was :) It couldn't have been easier to work with Plural Music. All their responses were very fast, the quoting process was very transparent, and the day of came right on time with a stellar setup. Would definitely recommend them to anyone who asks us.