Head In The Sand Productions is the studio arm of Mike Petkau's body. He makes records for people. He works really hard to make sure that they damn good records, too.
He usually works out of the acoustically awesome MCM Studios, but is more than happy to record wherever your pretty little heart desires. He's got some good gear, some good mics, and most importantly: good taste. Well, we hope.
In the past year he's done The Record Of The Week Club, Paper Moon, Todd Hunter, Ian La Rue and The Other Brothers. Add to that a few albums in progress, a few demo's, some mastering jobs... life is busy. Life is good.
Mike also did the sound design and co-wrote the score for Cattle Call which won Best Experimental Film at SXSW, and also showcased at Sundance, Toronto IFF, and a pile of other festivals. Its a pretty rad little movie, sort of a music video for the "song of the auctioneer". Directed by Winnipeg film luminaries Matthew Rankin and Mike Maryniuk.
Lastly, but most importantly, he also plays in 3 neat little bands. You should check them out. Les Jupes. The Liptonians. Ian La Rue & The Condor.
I'm getting relatively close to wanting to get back in the studio soon. What time frame do you have open in the next few months? I'm hoping to have a record finished before I go to New York. It would be nice to have a new record for the Trout Forest Music Festival, too. Whole different ball game this time around. A band with consistent members who want to practice, fully written songs, and, although still quite eclectic, a slightly more consistent direction. My dilemma right now is finances. Hoping I might get some kind of grant. Otherwise, looking at some sort of plan. I had such a great time working with you last time, Michael, and I am thrilled with what you have accomplished so far. I'm more invested in my music life than I have ever been.
Let's do a beer sometime soon. I could use some advice. Keep impressing us, Mr. Michael. It's been a banner year for you. Fantastic...
Hello Mike! I see that your studio is a direct replica of my famous 'Silver Star' studio in LA. Pleasure to make your internet friendship. The Legendary Harv Stevens
hey again, we feel bad sending these but we have to tell you about some new updates. we have remastered all our albums and we have a new album, basically bsides, called rearranging the furniture. it has a cover of arcade fire's rebellion if you would like to check that out. anyway, head to our myspace for free download information. let us know what you think even if you don't think anything of it.
thanks,
american art
hey we don't really enjoy sending these comments but we don't see any other way to tell you about us. We have our first full length called Deceiver available for free. Just head over to our page for more information. And please let us know what you think even if you don't think anything of it. Thanks a lot.
Welcome home! I think Jesse and I might get together tonight and listen to the recording we did in Victoria. You should come and have a listen. I'll give you a call.
thanks mike. yeah it's funny, it didn't occur to me at the time that jesse only every plays instrumental music. great set at the cavern the other night by the way. talk later,
what, pray tell, is the record of the week club, master P? recordings that i had wanted to make in august are still pestering me like whiny 4-yr-olds. when i am just slightly more composed i'll call to discuss details.
