Unofficial Joe Meek Webpage

The Story of Joe Meek in Sound, Words, Pictures, and Books

Joe Meek was a pioneering English record producer, recording engineer, and songwriter of the 1960's. American audiences are familiar with two of Joe's productions: "Telstar" by the Tornados, and "Have I The Right" by The Honeycombs - but the story is much larger than these two hits.

After working several years at major English recording studios, Joe became restless producing and engineering for these established studios because of their standard methods of recording music. Joe wanted to experiment with sound and record production, so he left and set up a studio on his own and became one of England's first independent recording producers.

Working out of his flat in London, Joe produced hundreds of recordings, many of which he sold to major labels. These recordings were produced and engineered on his own terms. Those who worked with him testify that he was no ordinary man, that he experimented with recording techniques virtually all of the time.

One big innovation Joe is known for is the creative audio processing of individual instruments in order to create new sounds. In this respect, Joe Meek was way ahead of his time since his approach to recording has become a standard method of music production today.

Unfortunately, Joe Meek died in 1967 after struggling with personal issues.

Here then are sound clips from Joe Meek productions.

I can be emailed at bobaudio1@yahoo.com

MP3 Clips

Note: These are short clips designed for promotional purposes only. The music from these clips is available on compact discs shown in the CD Picture Gallery and on vinyl records show in the Picture Gallery.
Other Joe Meek items (such as books, and audio gear) can be seen in the Products Gallery.

Danny Rivers: Can't You Hear My Heart (200 KB)
Glenda Collins: Something I've Got To Tell You (184 KB)
Heinz: Just Like Edie (198 KB)
Peter Cook: There and Bach Again (113 KB)
The Tornados: Telstar (167 KB)
The Honeycombs: Have I The Right (184 KB)
The Fabulous Flee Rekkers: Sunday Date (202 KB)

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"The Amazing World of Joe Meek" - Various Artists

This cd, released by Razor and Tie, contains 20 songs and is one of the best cds of Joe's productions. Mastered for cd by noted engineer Steve Hoffman, it makes a fine introduction to the musical productions of Joe Meek. Contains 'Telstar", "Have I The Right", and the "Tribute to Buddy Holly" by Mike Berry.



"The Alchemist of Pop: Home Made Hits and Rarities - 1959-1966"

Released by Castle Music, this expansive 56 song, 2 cd set is another equally fine compilation of Joe Meek productions. Castle Music is part of the Sanctuary Records Group.



Links to other music sites

The Unofficial Bobby Fuller Webpage
Joe Meek Discographies
More Audio Clips from Joe Meek Productions link
Guide To Joe Meek CD compilations
Edison Phonograph and Vintage Recordings Webpage
The Guitar Collection
Gourmet Rock N roll

Links To Other Interesting Sites

Audio Restoration Service
About Audio Restoration
DVD Transfer Services
The Edison Phonograph
Amazon Music Search
The Guitar Collection
PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Rework and Modification Service
Online Garage Sale Webpage

Here's a link to a nifty Ebay store that sells Postcards, Jewelry, Books, Magazines, and French Revolution items!

KyerSolsay Ebay Store