DUANE BARON - Sound Engineer

- Duane Baron: Master Sound Engineer Behind Iconic Rock and Metal Albums

Duane Baron is a renowned sound engineer known for his contributions to the music industry. With a career spanning multiple genres, including rock, metal, and pop, he has worked with a diverse range of artists and bands, helping shape the sound of numerous iconic recordings.

One of his most notable projects was engineering Mötley Crüe’s 1987 album Girls, Girls, Girls, where he played a crucial role in capturing the band’s blues-influenced sound. Beyond this, Baron has collaborated with major artists such as Ozzy Osbourne, Heart, and Alice Cooper, showcasing his expertise in engineering and mixing. His technical skill and artistic sensibility have made a significant impact on the production quality of many celebrated albums.

DUANE BARON - Sound Engineer

Duane Baron is a sound engineer known for his work in the music industry. While information about Duane Baron's personal life is limited, his contributions as a sound engineer have left a lasting impact on various musical projects.

Duane Baron has worked with a diverse range of artists and bands, showcasing his versatility and skill in capturing and enhancing the sound of their recordings. He has been involved in engineering and mixing albums across different genres, including rock, metal, and pop.

One notable collaboration in Duane Baron's career was his work on Mötley Crüe's album "Girls, Girls, Girls." Released in 1987, the album showcased a departure from the band's previous sound, incorporating a blues-influenced style. As the sound engineer for the project, Duane Baron played a crucial role in capturing the band's performance and bringing their vision to life.

While his work on "Girls, Girls, Girls" with Mötley Crüe gained recognition, Duane Baron has also lent his expertise to other notable acts. Some of his other engineering credits include albums by Ozzy Osbourne, Heart, and Alice Cooper, among others. Through his work, Duane Baron has contributed to shaping the sound and production quality of these artists' music.

Sound engineers like Duane Baron are responsible for capturing, manipulating, and mixing audio recordings to achieve the desired sound quality and artistic vision. They work closely with artists and producers to ensure that the recording process translates the musical performances into a cohesive and sonically pleasing final product.

A Collection of Vinyl Albums Engineered by DUANE BARON

Junkyard - S/T Self-Titled 12" Vinyl LP
Junkyard - S/T Self-Titled album front cover vinyl lp album https://vinyl-records.nl

Junkyard is the self-titled debut studio album by American hard rock band Junkyard, released in 1989. The album was produced by Tom Werman and was a commercial success, reaching number 113 on the Billboard 200 chart and number 20 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart. It was certified gold by the RIAA.

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KICK AXE - Vices
KICK AXE - Vices

Epic EPC 26051 , 1984 , Netherlands

'Vices' is a sonic cocktail of hard rock, heavy metal, and blues, shaken not stirred. From the opening salvo of "The Devil You Know" to the closing howl of "Hellraiser," KICK AXE takes you on a journey through the seedy back alleys of the human soul.

Vices 12" Vinyl LP
Malice - In the Beginning 12" Vinyl LP
Malice - In the Beginning album front cover vinyl lp album https://vinyl-records.nl

"In the Beginning..." is the first official full-length album released by the Californian Heavy Metal/Power Metal band "Malice. The album was produced by Michael Wagener for Double Trouble Productions , recorded at Total Access Studios, Redondo Beach and released in 1983.

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MÖTLEY CRÜE - Girls, Girls, Girls (International Releases)
MÖTLEY CRÜE - Girls, Girls, Girls (German, Italian and USA Releases) album front cover vinyl record

"Girls, Girls, Girls" is their fourth studio album, released on 15 May 1987 The record features a more blues-influenced sound than their previous album and contains the hits "Wild Side" and "Girls, Girls, Girls

Girls, Girls, Girls (European Release) Girls, Girls, Girls (Italian Release) Girls, Girls, Girls (USA Release)
MÖTLEY CRÜE - Theatre of Pain (Three International Versions)
MÖTLEY CRÜE - Theatre of Pain (Three International Versions) album front cover vinyl record

"Theatre of Pain" is the third album by the glm metal band Mötley Crüe, released on June 21, 1985. Released in the aftermath of singer Vince Neil's arrest for manslaughter on a drunk driving charge

- Theatre of Pain (1985, Canada) - Theatre of Pain (1985, Germany) - Theatre of Pain ( 1988 USA )
POISON - Open Up and Say AH (Uncensored)
Thumbnail Of POISON - Open Up and Say AH album front cover

Enigma Capitol 1C 064-7 48493 DMM , 1988 , Holland / Germany

This album was banned somehow because some retailers objected to this sleeve on the grounds that it was too "raunchy". Whether you're a fan of glam rock, heavy metal, or just good old-fashioned rock and roll, this album has something for everyone. It remains one of Poison's most enduring works

Open Up and Say AH (Uncensored) 12" Vinyl LP
QUIET RIOT - Conditional Critical
QUIET RIOT - Conditional Critical (Blue Record Label) album front cover vinyl record

1984's Condition Critical followed Quiet Riot's smash Metal Health. Packed with riffs & a killer Stan Watts cover, it's a must-have for 80s metal fans (Rolling Stone hated it tho).

Conditional Critical (Blue Record Label) 12" Vinyl LP
QUIET RIOT - Metal Health 12" Vinyl LP
QUIET RIOT - Metal Health album front cover vinyl record

"Metal Health" is the 1983 album by the American Heavy Metal band "QUIET RIOT". It was recorded at the "Pasha Music House", Hollywood and producer by Spencer Proffer.

Metal Health 12" Vinyl LP
W.A.S.P - Inside the Electric Circus (European & France Edition)
W.A.S.P - Inside the Electric Circus (European & France Edition) album front cover vinyl record

"Inside The Electric Circus" is the third studio album by W.A.S.P., released in 1986, it has been produced by the band's singer: Blackie Lawless, sound engineering was handled by four sound engineers

- Inside the Electric Circus (1986, Europe) - Inside the Electric Circus (1986, France)
W.A.S.P - Self-Titled aka Winged Assassins (German & Holland Releases)
W.A.S.P - Self-Titled aka Winged Assassins (German & Holland Releases) album front cover vinyl record

Winged Assassins is the debut album by W.A.S.P., released August 17, 1984 The album has been known under three different names; the spine of the original vinyl release had Winged Assassins printed on it

- Winged Assassins (1984, Germany) - Winged Assassins (1984, Holland)