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02 Jul, 2009

STRAIGHTJACKET UNION needs a drummer!

Posted by: Ian Carlsen In: Straightjacket Union

With DANIEL NOVACK heading back to the Canadian Armed Forces, I’m down our 2nd Guitarist/Drummer. This summer I’ll post a 3-track demo (2 originals + 1 cover) here.

01 Jul, 2009

APOLLO JUSTICE begins recording 3-track demo

Posted by: Ian Carlsen In: Apollo Justice

Trevor and I have been hard at work writing material – and getting a really great groove down! Two songs were selected from the batch we wrote over the past couple months to appear on our demo. The 3rd track will be a cover. No, it will not be an In Flames cover. There are 3 or 4 choices that seem to be working well.

APOLLO JUSTICE IS STILL LOOKING FOR BAND MEMBERS

We’re still only a two piece act…and neither of us are going to sing. For the purposes of the demo, I’m handling the bass and drum (programming) responsibilities.

23 May, 2009

Episode 666, by In Flames

Posted by: Ian Carlsen In: In Flames

Episode 666, by In Flames

The song is available for play on the “Listening Station” on the right-hand column

How awesome is this!?!

I had ridiculous fun recording this one!
It sounds GREAT!

The best heavy metal song in the whole fucking world

There’s a special twist to this one – this features the harmonies of Mike, Mumblefood, backing me on the solo.

i opted to have him play this because he likes this (studio) version much better. Currently, we commonly hear an altered version of the harmony for live.

I’m dedicating this to my old friend Wendy…

Guitar: Aria Les Paul PE-STD
Bass: Degas
Drums: Garageband MIDI

Tuning: Normal C
Strings: 13-62
Amp: Toneport UX1
Recording Device: Toneport UX1
Audio Editing: Garageband

“Just get your fists into the air, shout 6 – 6 – 6, and you might hit the right spot once or twice.” – Anders Friden, In Flames singer

19 May, 2009

Worlds Within the Margin, by In Flames

Posted by: Ian Carlsen In: In Flames

Worlds Within the Margin, by In Flames

The song is available for play on the “Listening Station” on the right-hand column

Guitar: Aria Les Paul PE-STD
Bass: Degas
Drums: Garageband MIDI

Tuning: Normal C
Strings: 13-62
Amp: Toneport UX1
Recording Device: Toneport UX1

16 May, 2009

Only for the Weak, by In Flames

Posted by: Ian Carlsen In: In Flames

Only for the Weak, by In Flames

The song is available for play on the “Listening Station” on the right-hand column

Guitar: Aria Les Paul PE-STD
Bass: Degas
Drums: Garageband MIDI

Tuning: Normal C
Strings: 13-62
Amp: Toneport UX1
Recording Device: Toneport UX1
Audio Editing: Garageband

“I want to see a sea of boiling people!” – Anders Friden, In Flames singer

22 Dec, 2008

Bullet Ride, by In Flames

Posted by: Ian Carlsen In: In Flames

Bullet Ride, by In Flames

Good Morning Kids!

Bullet Ride is complete.  It’s still far from perfect.

Certainly though, immeasurably better than my “Play Bullet Ride Live!” contest entry. Good lord that was horrible.

Most was learned from Metalkult produced lesson videos…except the solo, which i did by ear.  Simply because I couldn’t figure out what was being played between Metalkult’s videos, or Da Schehf’s version (too much camera switching)

If someone who knows how it’s played has a few moments, I’d really appreciate a tab for it. (Bjorn + Jesper)

First I record the music, then I film the video.

Yes, it was filmed in my living room.
Lovely Christmas decorations too yet…

The intro is “Alias” by In Flames, recorded by me as well.

Guitar 1 & 2 used in recording: Aria ‘Les Paul’ PE-STD

Guitar 1 used in video: Aria ‘Les Paul’ PE-STD
Guitar 2 used in video: Epiphone Explorer Goth

Thanks to my good friend Trevor Hilborn, “TheObjectiveObserver” from APOLLO JUSTICE for allowing me to borrow is Explorer to achieve the video…

Bass:  Degas
Drums: Garageband MIDI

Tuning: Normal C
Strings: 13-62
Amp:  Toneport UX1
Recording Device: Toneport UX1
Audio Editing: Garageband

Video Recording Device:  Sony WC-150 Digital Camera

Thanks to Amanda Davies, for being my most beautiful and lovely camerawoman.

Video Editing: Final Cut Express

10 Dec, 2008

Finally, something to listen to!

Posted by: Ian Carlsen In: In Flames

It was pretty much finished so I decided to get some audio ready before the weekend.


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Genesis

OCEAN PARK STUDIOS is a musical outlet for IAN CARLSEN and partnering musicians. Ian (ex-JUPITER) is currently working on an alternative project, STRAIGHTJACKET UNION, with DANIEL NOVACK (Guitars), as a guitarist; and APOLLO JUSTICE, with TREVOR HILBORN (Guitars), as their bassist. Both projects have come a long way and have each unique directions. For the time being, the Ocean Park Studios' systems are being tested with songs by the inspirational band IN FLAMES.

Listening Station

In Flames Tribute (2008-9)
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  4. 4. "Worlds Within the Margin"
  5. 5. "Episode 666"
  6. 6. "Only for the Weak"
  7. 7. "Bullet Ride", v.II, v.I


 

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