Review of Sound City (2013) by Gareth M — 02 Feb 2014

Sound City is a Rockumentary, directed and fronted by the ever likable Dave Grohl.

The film follows the rise, fall, resurrection and final decline of this primitive, yet much loved recording studio in Los Angeles.

Presented in a fun, lighthearted manner, Dave Grohl not only covers the history of the studio, but also a overview of all the bands, the everyday staff and technology throughout the ages.

Beginning in the early 1970s, we have alt county in Neil Young, soft rock with Fleetwood mac, into perm rock cheese 80's rock before grungy Nirvana and finally modern rock bands like Queens of the Stone Age. Although some of these bands you may not of heard of, others you may not like, the juxaposition of the music and storytelling of Dave Grohl makes it both interesting, fun and worthwhile. However the documentary isnt just about the bands but also the producers, engineers and production values. Throughout this a history of the technology involved is provided. The studio interfaced is explained, and how it was overlooked and neglected during the 80's when syths ruled the airwaves. The introduction of the compact disc before the death kneel/revolution of music production of "pro tools" and "auto tune".

In this modern age, of X factor, and American Idol, when the receptionist girl says "This is where Real Men came to make records" you'll have to believe her.