John Henry's - Rehearsal Studios

Arguably the finest rehearsal complex in Europe, we have six fully equipped studios available for rent seven days a week, within easy reach of Central London. To ensure a productive working environment for all our clients, we operate a minimum rental period for all studios of one day (12 hours). The Blue Max canteen is open daily for meals and snacks - Weekdays 10.00 - 16.30hrs, weekends 11.00 - 15.00hrs(subject to demand).

Equipment Summary

Studio monitor rack

All the studios are provided with a Soundcraft SM12 console and full monitoring systems to suit, a typical specification of which consists of the mixing console, two sidefills, one drumfill, four wedges, cassette deck, equalisation and a digital reverb/delay. Each room is fitted with ample power points connected to a 30amp ring main for the client's own equipment. Additional 63amp three phase power is available in Studio Five.

Qualified audio personnel are on site to ensure that each studio is provided with microphones, DI boxes and all cabling to suit and that the mixing console is set up to match the client's requirements. Additional monitors and outboard equipment are available to order on site at a moment's notice. In addition, accessories and spares are available from the on-site Pro Shop. Musical Instruments and Amplification can be purchased from the Attic, our new sales department.

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New Studio Six at John Henry's

Here’s what we have:

1204 sq ft of bright & airy studio space
Dimensions 43 x 29 x 10 ft (apex 17ft)
Natural Day Light
Air conditioning and heating
Private roof top terrace
Catering facilities
Wireless internet
Open 7 Days a week, 10am – 10pm
Huge selection of Backline & Audio stock to suit every requirement
Off street parking
ProShop on site
You can combine this space with our largest studio below. It is an impressive 1500 sq ft

For more info and to arrange a quote or viewing please contact Andrea Westwood on
+44 (0)20 7609 9181 or email andreaw@johnhenrys.com

The Studios

So far this year in our Studios we have welcomed: Plan B, Razorlight, Stereophonics, Pixie Lott, Rich Kids, Tiffany Page, Biffy Clyro, Gorillaz, Ali Campbell, Beverley Knight, Ricky Wilson from the Kaiser Chiefs, Feeder, The Script, Lemar, Ellie Goulding, The Roads, Faithless, Renegades, Therapy?, Bad Company, Goldfrapp, Alesha Dixon, Charlene Spiteri, Paolo Nutini, Lisa Stansfield, Alexandra Burke, JLS, Fun Lovin Criminals, Editors, Joe Bonamassa, Daisy Dares You, Level 42, Melody Gardot, Alphabeat, McFly, Band of Horses, Pendulum, Ash, Boy George & Graham Coxon.

Rehearsal Studios...........

How about this for one week in November......Ginger Baker & friends, Paul Rodgers, Nicko McBrain, Chrissie Hynde, Graham Coxon, Alice in Chains, Editors, Moby, Gorillaz......phew......that's what you call a busy week.

Ginger was in prior to his one off gig at the Jazz Cafe with Steve Winwood and friends where they did a short set of some of Ginger 's early Jazz numbers, he has also just released his Ginger Baker: Hellraiser autobiography which is a must for all GB fans, also he picked up his Life Time Achievement Award at the Classic Rock Awards night.

Paul Rodgers was rehearsing for his sold out show at the HMV Hammersmith Apollo show, again a Classic Rock 10th Anniversary gig. Classic Rock is one of the best magazines out there so make sure you get your monthly copy as they ROCK...... www.classicrockmagazine.com

Other artiste to visit our Studios over the last few months have been....girls first.... Alesha Dixon, Shirley Bassey, Heather Small, Pixie Lott, Beverly Knight, Alexandre Burke, Florence and the Machine, Bjorn Again, Noisettes, .....now for the boys..... Ali Campbell, Aswad, Stereophonics, Michael Bolton, Lost Prophets, Kasabian, Razor Light, Therapy, Ash, Calvin Harris, David Essex, Bloc Party, Andy Burrows, The Soldiers, Feeder, Faithless, Curved Air, Daniel Merriweather, Michael Ball, Level 42, McFly, Incognito, The Score, Mika, Soul 11 Soul, Royskopp, Toy Factory,.......all enjoying the JHL experience and service second to none.

The ever expanding London International Music Show's Clive Morton
(http://www.londoninternationalmusicshow.com/) booked legendary drummer Nicko McBrain into our studio 5 to rehearse for his performance at the show. It was a pleasure having Nicko in as he has been one of JHL's longest returning customers. His days with Iron Maiden have seen Nicko perform at the very peak of his career with many albums under his belt…...or is it his massive kit.

Joining him in his band was none other than the mighty guitarist Steve Vai, where we also provided one of our top guitar techs Mr Dan Knight.

The studio’s continue to be busy with old and new faces, including; Blur, Pixie Lott, Level 42, Incognito, Ali Campbell, Solange Knowles, Graham Coxon, Alesha Dixon, Florence Rawlings, Lady Gaga, Yeah You, Julian Perretta, John Barrowman and preparing for his sold out gig at the Royal Albert Hall “Joe Bonamassa”. Joe’s new album is titled The Ballad of John Henry, so where better to rehearse than here?

So far this year we’ve welcomed Snow Patrol (how apt!), Editors, The Script, The Pretenders, Bloc Party, Starsailor, Courtney Pine, Lemar, The Ting Tings, Aswad, Feeder, Yeah You, Level 42 and The Streets, all working on new material and preparing for gigs and tours.

The Studio’s have been continuing to buzz over the last couple of months with both familiar and new clients such as: Take That, The Killers, McFly, Pendulum, Mark Ronson, Sam Sparrow, The Kooks, Feeder, Dido, Razorlight, Script, Alphabeat, Nicole Atkins ………and many more, All with us to rehearse for various events, new album releases, awards ceremonies, tours and one off gigs.

“Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp™ is the ultimate music experience, that allows musicians and enthusiasts alike the once in a lifetime opportunity to jam with legendary rock stars, play live on stage at major concert venues, and live their rock 'n' roll dreams, and after the success of last year, RRFC once again picked JHL to be the base for this years camp.

Counsellors this year included Chris Slade of AC/DC, Mick Ralph from Mott the Hoople & Bad Company, Kip Winger of Winger, Grammy Award winning producer Mark Hudson (Ozzy, Ringo, Aerosmith), Neil Murray of Whitesnake & Gary Moore, Earl Slick of David Bowie & John Lennon sessions and Jeffery Foskett of the Beach Boys & Brian Wilson Band.

Also making an appearance for the campers were rock and roll Legends Nick Mason of Pink Floyd, Bill Wyman of The Rolling Stones and Todd Rundgren, all turning up for a variety of Master classes, question times & Jam sessions.

The week was a great success at JHL with the campers taking full advantage of all our studios, backline & audio equipment. For more information on this years London camp and all future events check out:

The studios continue to enjoy full occupancy, with just about all genres of music pumping out during May. Since the last news letter the following bands have been through the front door, taking full advantage of all our services……

One Night Only (for TV promo)
Howling Bells (prior to recording new album)
Feeder (UK tour);
Courtney Pine’s Jazz Warriors (for album launch at Ronnie Scotts)
Mark Ronson (UK tour)
Santogold (for Later … TV appearance)
Von Bizmark (showcase)
Natty (Promo tour)
Richard Thompson (UK tour)
RD Crusaders (Richard Desmond’s All Stars Teenage Cancer Trust concert, with Roger Daltrey, Lulu, Peter Andre etc)
Gang of Four (Australia tour)
One Republic (UK tour and TV promos)
Sharleen Spiteri (for Later … TV appearance)
The Zutons (Radio One Big Weekend);
Sparks (21-night residency at Carling Academy, Islington)
Prodigy (Festivals)
Level 42 featuring legendary drummer Billy Cobham (Hague Jazz Festival)
Zebrahead (Tour)
McFly (back in the UK after several months in Australia to write new album)
Andy Burrows (Razorlight) (charity show for Naomi House Children’s Hospice) not forgetting….Beverley Knight; The Divine Comedy; Tony Hadley; Calvin Harris; Russell Watson and My Bloody Valentine’s marathon stint continues.

After one of the most Hectic winters in the history of John Henry's encompassing The European Music Awards, The Brits, Jools Holland, When Will I Be Famous, Strictly Come Dancing, ...Problem with Maria, Diana Ross, George Michael, Aerosmith, Joe Walsh, McFly, Pete Townsend, Beyonce, The View, Kasabian, The Killers, Sean Lennon, Lilly Allen, Bill Wyman, John Lord, Brian Wilson, Crowded House, Amy Winehouse, Coldplay, Andrea Bocelli, Dionne Warwick and many many more - a record breaking level of equipment passing through our Audio, Backline, Drum and Staging Departments (including over 94 drum kits prepared and despatched in a single week), any other company may be ready for putting up it’s feet and relaxing for a month or so.

Not keen on taking breathers, we have decided to introduce used equipment sales to our Pro Shop floor. As well as the used equipment page on our site, we also have an eBay shop front for your perusal and a dedicated used equipment sales person (paulc@johnhenrys.com).

Because of our constant expansion and equipment purchasing / replacing regime we can offer our customers a range of ex-hire equipment at discount rates not only to the industry, but to the general public. Everything from Guitar Amplifiers to PA Speakers and Drum Kits to Lighting Rigs are up for sale, if you don't see what you require - just ask! We have years of experience in helping people make the best choices for their equipment, so you know you'll be in good hands.

Studio Dimensions

STUDIO ONE: 32' x 30' x 10'
STUDIO TWO: 23' x 23' x 12'
STUDIO THREE: 26' x 22' x 9'
STUDIO FOUR: 28' x 16 x 9'
STUDIO FIVE: 40' x 36' x 10' *
STUDIO SIX: 20' x 16' x 10' **

* Equipped with stage - 32' x 16' x 2' - ideally suited for a showcase or pre-production.
** Suitable for vocal auditions or song writing. Available with monitoring or digital recording package to suit.

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