A Hub of Musical Activity

Hyde Street Studios, located at 245 Hyde Street in San Francisco, has been a cornerstone of the city’s music scene since its inception in 1969 as Wally Heider Recording. It played a pivotal role in the “San Francisco sound” that conquered the world throughout the late ‘60s, ‘70s and beyond, producing legendary recordings like “Cosmo’s Factory” (Creedence Clearwater Revival), “American Beauty” (Grateful Dead), “Abraxas” (Santana), “Surfing with the Alien” (Joe Satriani), “Insomniac” (Green Day), “Headhunters” (Herbie Hancock), and “Tower Of Power” (Tower Of Power) to name a few.

In 1980, it transitioned to Hyde Street Studios under Michael Ward’s and partners’ leadership, becoming a hub for the emerging punk and hip-hop scenes with artists like Dead Kennedys, Green Day, Cake and Tupac Shakur. Throughout its illustrious history, Hyde Street Studios has remained a sought-after destination for major recording artists, preserving its historic charm and acoustic excellence.