London
Spotify Songwriting Studios is located within the world famous Metropolis Studios in West London. Learn more about this inspiring creative studio space below.
Our London Songwriting Studios is located within the world famous Metropolis Studios in West London. Located in the suburb of Chiswick, since 1985 Metropolis has paid host to some of the world's most successful recording artists including Queen and George Michael (who recorded their Innuendo and Listen Without Prejudice albums here). A 5 minute walk from Stamford Brook tube station, the studio is conveniently located with a great selection of bars and restaurants nearby whilst still away from the hustle and bustle of Central London. There is also an on-site cafe which serves hot drinks and cold beverages. Songwriting Studios is open from 12:00pm to 8:00pm and all sessions include an audio engineer for the full session or set up only, by request on your application.
Monday to Friday from 12:00pm to 8:00pm. 8 hour session.
Smoking and alcohol consumption are not permitted.
The studio allows 5 collaborators total. Anything above this must be cleared ahead of time. Names are required in advance.
Hardware:
SSL X-Desk (8 Channels)
M-Audio MIDI Controller
Pro Tools HD Rig
Rane HC6S Headphone Console (6 Channels)
Audient 8 Channel Pre-Amp
Focusrite Scarlett18i20
Avalon 737SP
Urei 1176 Compressor
Neve 1073 Dual Mic Pre-Amp
Genelec 8341A Speakers w/ Sub
Floating Gear Based on Availability:
Upright Piano
Taylor Acoustic Guitar
Fender Stratocaster
Fender Telecaster
Gibson Les Paul
Gibson SG
Microphones:
Lewitt LCT 940 (similar to Manley Gold Reference)
Shure SM7B
Sontronics Saturn
Aston Origin (similar to Neumann U87)
Pair of Lewitt MTP 440s (Dynamic Mics)
There is no parking available at the studio but there is off-street parking in the surrounding area.
No, Spotify will not cover the cost of additional equipment rentals.