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FISHBONE AT HEN HOUSE STUDIOS – FRAYED

July 30th, 2011 25 comments

HenHouseStudios.com In 2001, the legendary, influential and voraciously eclectic band Fishbone arrived to record their newest material at the Henhouse, a free community recording studio. The only rule: leave your shoes at the door. The film centers primarily on the creation and recording of the songs in the studio – giving a privileged viewpoint as if one were a member of the band. Band documentaries may come and go – but this is Fishbone. Way up close. – www.HenHouseStudios.com Hen House Studios is a record label and documentary film company in Venice, California. First made famous by their unique concept to record musicians for free in exchange for the right to film them, Hen House has grown to a premiere, web based multi media company featuring music videos, CDs, DVDs, and podcasts all produced by the studio. Hear the Music and See the Stories. ©2007 Hen House Studios . All Rights Reserved.

Welcome 2 The Hen House – Clip 5

July 16th, 2011 No comments

www.HenHouseStudios.com Hen House Studios, a record label and recording studio, located in Venice, California invites bands (over a hundred so far) to record for free. In exchange, the musicians allow themselves to be filmed. This video is an excerpt taken from a feature length documentary film entitled “Welcome 2 The Hen House” which was made from the footage shot at these free recording sessions. The film takes you on a fantastical journey as you blow your mind on a surreal mix of super 8 film footage and animation. Full length 84 minute DVD/ all regions available at: www.HenHouseStudios.com ©2007 Hen House Studios . All Rights Reserved.

Static in the Hen House

February 3rd, 2011 4 comments

This is an awesome music video by the newest voice in avant-garde alternative rock. Composed and performed by Man Bird with original photography and graphics by the award winning designer, RC Diebold.

Barred Rocks I: Welcome to the Hen House

December 8th, 2010 No comments

My daughter has a small flock of Barred Rock hens. I could spend hours watching them interact!

Chicken Coop – Hen House Tour – Chickenville in Central CT

September 28th, 2010 No comments

Tour of the chicken coop for our 3 chicks, 10 weeks old, an Australorp, Barred Rock and Partridge Rock. I first bought a coop from e-bay, but when it arrived, it was only 35 lbs. vs the advertised 85 lbs., so, after I built the base, I deceided to just go ahead and build the coop! We are raising organic, free range chickens for eggs and for pets. This is my firs attempt at building something and it turned out OK. Things I don’t mention in the video – all solid woods (pine siding, fir studs and cedar shingles) vs. high VOC plywood, the slot on the coop floor below the perch leads to the litter draw (most of their poop drops down when they sleep – the rest of the floor is solid and consists of cedar shingles on top of several boards of pine), and the perimeter of the coop base and run has a galvanized 12″ wide screen buried under the soil that also goes down into the ground, making a stapler shape in order to keep out predators. The side with the screen window closes fully, and the nest box will get a 2×4 in front of it so the nest will appear to be raised and more enclosed. Next spring, the window above the door will get a screen for added ventelation – right now, the coop is winterized and has the vent on the roof. Also, this will not be heated, even though temps here in the winter can get down to single digits, but we will heat the galvanized waterer. We have winter-hardy breeds, so they just need to be draft free and we will watch for frostbite. The chicks spend hours

FISHBONE AT HEN HOUSE STUDIOS – PRIMEODAWNUTT

August 6th, 2010 18 comments

HenHouseStudios.com In 2001, the legendary, influential and voraciously eclectic band Fishbone arrived to record their newest material at the Henhouse, a free community recording studio. The only rule: leave your shoes at the door. The film centers primarily on the creation and recording of the songs in the studio – giving a privileged viewpoint as if one were a member of the band. Band documentaries may come and go – but this is Fishbone. Way up close.-www.HenHouseStudios.com Hen House Studios is a record label and documentary film company in Venice, California. First made famous by their unique concept to record musicians for free in exchange for the right to film them, Hen House has grown to a premiere, web based multi media company featuring music videos, CDs, DVDs, and podcasts all produced by the studio. Hear the Music and See the Stories. ©2007 Hen House Studios . All Rights Reserved.

Big Al’s Chicken Coop Grimsby

July 29th, 2010 9 comments

Grimsby Birdman Big Al offers coop guidance to amateur Eggheads.Takes you into the coop. The pace is frenetic, the action shocking. It’s impossible not to empathise with him and his close knit flock.

BOOMSHAKA AT HEN HOUSE STUDIOS

July 12th, 2010 3 comments

HenHouseStudios.com Based in Southern California, Boom Shaka is keeping roots reggae music alive and well. Founded way back in 1986 by singer/songwriter Trevy Felix, Boom Shaka has developed a serious following over the years. They have toured the world and have released a series of albums since their inception. Trevy Felix is the lead singer and plays guitar. He is accompanied by his brother Bass-I on bass, Lester Fari on lead guitar, Shaka Man on drums and Little George on keyboards. Boom Shaka’s music is incredible. They have great lyrics, heavy bass lines, sweet guitar licks and beautiful harmonies. If you thought that all the best reggae music was recorded in the 1970′s, then you haven’t heard this group. Boom Shaka will blow your mind.Hen House Studios is a record label and documentary film company in Venice, California. First made famous by their unique concept to record musicians for free in exchange for the right to film them, Hen House has grown to a premiere, web based multi media company featuring music videos, CDs, DVDs, and podcasts all produced by the studio. Hear the Music and See the Stories. ©2007 Hen House Studios. All Rights Reserved.

I SOUL JAHS AT HEN HOUSE STUDIOS

June 13th, 2010 2 comments

HenHouseStudios.com Santa Ana, California is the home to the roots, rub a dub reggae sounds of Isouljahs. The group was formed in 1992 by band members Mikey Gamboa and Edgar Gonzalez. Mikey is on lead vocals and rhythm guitar and Edgar plays the drums. Isouljahs also features Tony “Jah T” Nguyen on keyboards and melodica, Chris Bibler on bass and Chuy Gallegos on guitar. This band is true to the conscious roots rasta reggae that they play and love. Isouljahs has played clubs and festivals all over California. They are the best “homegrown” reggae band around. They have shared the stage with such reggae greats as Burning Spear, Culture and Bunny Wailer. Isouljahs is roots reggae music at its best. Their conscious lyrics and heavy rhythms are ancient vibrations coming from the past and headed for the future.-Hen House Studios is a record label and documentary film company in Venice, California. First made famous by their unique concept to record musicians for free in exchange for the right to film them, Hen House has grown to a premiere, web based multi media company featuring music videos, CDs, DVDs, and podcasts all produced by the studio. Hear the Music and See the Stories. ©2007 Hen House Studios . All Rights Reserved.

JOHN DENSMORE AND REZA DERAKSHANI AT HEN HOUSE STUDIOS

June 7th, 2010 8 comments

HenHouseStudios.com Ray of The Wine’s blend of Persian, Moroccan, African, Indian and Western music is at once earthy, mystical and seductive, as traditional rigor meets improvisational freedom and complex, passionate melodies couple with relentless grooves. Reza is a master of traditional Persian stringed instruments like the Tar, Sehtar and the bowed Tarmanche and Kamanche, as well as the bamboo flute known as the Ney and the Daf, a hand drum. The CD was produced by The Door’s drummer John Densmore, who also played drums, and features a stellar international ensemble of players. The group recently performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC. * This singer, multi-instrumentalist and visual artist was born and raised in Iran but has lived in New York for more than two decades * He has collaborated with such artists as John Densmore of The Doors, Madonna, Branford Marsalis, poet-philosopher Robert Bly, author Deepak Chopra and choreographer Bill T. Jones, among many others * RAY OF THE WINE was produced by Densmore, who also played drums, and features a stellar international ensemble of players * A virtuoso of classical Persian music, Reza asked legendary “Doors” drummer John Densmore to arrange his music to span East and West, combining global and devotional styles with jazz, rock and other modern forms.Hen House Studios is a record label and documentary film company in Venice, California. First made famous by their unique concept to record musicians for free in