Werkhouse is Ian Flynn, an Irish London-based music producer and mix engineer.
Ian studied at Windmill Lane in Dublin before moving to London where he has been working as a freelance for the last seven years. He has a passion for audio and loves working with new clients on their music.
His work has featured on BBC Radio1, Radio X, BBC Introducing and in blockbusters, most recently in Tomb Raider.
Preproduction
Ian places a heavy emphasis on preproduction prior to track recording. The aim of preproduction is to ensure that both songs and performers are ready for studio recording, and that the producer understands the artist's aspirations for the final product.
Preproduction is usually informed by:
Demo recording
Song development day
Tempo mapping and building groove tracks
Guide tracking (if required)
Recording
Ian has ongoing collaborations across numerous studios having previously worked in Windmill Lane, Konk, Unwound and Strongroom Studios. Studios are picked according to the artist's budget and desired sound.
Mixing
Mixing is tailored to the artist's needs. Artists are free to attend all mixing sessions. Ian is determined for artists to be 100% proud of the final product, by ensuring that artists are aware and involved with the decisions made and the expected output.
Mastering
Ian also has extensive experience in mastering across a vast array of genres including but not exclusive to tracks he has produced.