Amid the background of a seemingly sleepy suburb in Bakersfield, California, musical magic is made. Here in an unassuming home Rocketship Recording Studio produces audio treats.
In the dimly lit recesses of a cave-like studio, sweet sounds waft through the space, light and airy like the scent of fresh baked goods. The vibe quickly shifts, this time something of a more nostalgic nature, a throwback jam.
These are the creations of Music Producer Kris Holland. Although his Bakersfield studio has only been in operation for three years, Holland has been manipulating melodies since he was a boy in the UK. In his musical laboratory, the music maven toils endlessly to concoct the perfect sound, a virtual conductor of sorts, leading a symphony of LED clad keys and nobs.
Holland has a diverse repertoire of tracks under his belt, but his first love is creating synth driven electronica. Ever since receiving his first record of the 1970’s German electro band Kraftwerk, which inspired him to save enough coin to purchase his first keyboard.
Operating a recording studio in a small town setting may come with its challenges, but Kris Holland has left his mark.
