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Sardina is an
LA based BMI
artist whose passion for sound began when he was doing live sound
for folk, world and jazz music in Northern Spain and the South of
France. As a musician (bass and guitar) he connects easily with
artists and has tremendous respect for creating a vibe that's performance-friendly
for both new and established talent alike.
In 2006 Rafa opened After Hours, a state-of-the art studio equipped with new SSL AWS 900 and Pro Tools HD, great selection of mics and gear, suitable for tracking and mixing sessions to satisfy his time-conscious clients. As a musician and producer Rafa connects easily with artists and has tremendous respect for creating a studio vibe that's performance-friendly for both new and established talent. Rafa has had the pleasure of working with top flight musicians including Vinnie Colaiuta, Luis Conte, Michael Landau, Anthony Jackson, to name a few. In February
2006, Sardina received his 10th Grammy at the 48th Annual Grammy
Awards. Rafa's
work stays true to his philosophy. "I'm there to make sure
the artist is having fun. Sardina recorded the Grammy nominated live release “Vivo” by Warner artist
Luis Miguel. The live album
is recorded both for CD and 5.1 DVD release.
Sardina completed tracks for HBO’s new movie “Dancing in
September, mixed in 5.1, it debuted at the prestigious Sundance
Film Festival prior to being televised. He tracked a remake of the
Earth, Wind & Fire song “Reasons” with Arista artist Angie Stone. Sardina He has collaborated with long-time friend/producer Camara Kambon, recording and mixing various artists for Dreamworks to include the film, Biker Boys. Sardina engineered the entire Alejandro Sanz cd “No es lo mismo” for Warner Intl. which has gone Platinum in its first week of release! The CD was co-produced with Lulo Perez and Alejandro Sanz. Sardina recorded the entire album for contemporary jazz artist Marc Antoine's "Meditteraneo" on Rendez Vous Records, and mixed for Luis Miguel's CD, "33". Sardina is producing and developing new artists including Flamenco pop artist "Hector Dona, pop/latin singer/songwriters "Carina Ricco", "YeYe" and Ana Pozas for Dro East/West. He recently completed work for Lionsgate picture, Madea's Family Reunion (Tyler Perry film) with collaborators Elvin Ross and Camara Kambon. The tracks were recorded in New Orleans and mixed at After Hour Studios in California.He mixed Luis Miguel's 2006 Christmas CD, Navidad. He also mixed for Alejandro Sanz' digital releases on Warner Intl in conjunction with his new CD release in Nov titled: El Tren De Los Momentos. Rafa is in the studio developing new material for a new alternative rock singer/songwriter. Sardina is often invited as panelist including at last October's Latin music-focused "Producers Roundtable" presented by BMI/Billboard/Gibson. The panel moderated by Billboard's Ayala Ben-Yehuda and featured: KC Porter, Mark Portmann, Homero Patrón, Sebastian Krys and Kiko Cibrian.
Sardina recorded vocals for New York's Three Graces (Joy, Kelly and Sara) who have come together to form, a stunning new trio that blends Opera, Pop and Broadway tunes. The CD is released on Decca, and produced by Mark Portmann (Barbra Streisand). Rafa produced Warner artist Mariana Ochoa's latest release including the duet with Alex Ubago. Alejandro Fernandez' latest album on Sony Music for a 5.1 release, which includes a duet with Beyonce Knowles; and collaborated with Cheche Alara for DREW SEELEY's work from "High School Musical". Sardina also engineered and mixed tracks for Alejandro Sanz including his latest collaboration with Shakira. "My studio philosophy is simple - I'm there to make sure the artist is having fun. I like to create a comfortable and inspiring environment using the best acoustics and tools available".
PRESS
“These
days I use the Audio-Technica AT4060 and AT4050 more than any other
mics in my collection. They are such warm-sounding mics, but with
the right amount of bite.”
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