ATTIC
Geneseo, Illinois

The Attic Recording Studios

Recording • Production • Mixing

A hidden studio in Geneseo, ILbuilt for artists who want records that travel.

The Attic Recording Studios is a modern recording and production space in Geneseo, Illinois, serving the Quad Cities and artists from across the U.S. Work with producers connected to acts like Breaking Benjamin and Sevendust in a focused, small-town creative retreat.

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Owner & Founder

Meet the founder of The Attic.

Jose Urquiza

Owner & Producer

Jose Urquiza is the owner and founder of The Attic Recording Studios. As the vocalist of 3 Years Hollow, Jose brings a musician's perspective to every session.

He specializes in modern rock and metal production, working with artists nationwide to shape songs from idea to final master.

Jose Urquiza performing with microphone

Producers

World-class producers at The Attic.

The Attic has hosted production sessions with legendary artists from Breaking Benjamin, Sevendust, Three Days Grace, and Guns N' Roses.

Morgan Rose
Morgan Rose

Sevendust Drummer & Founder

Known for high-energy performances and emotionally charged production. Offers drum production, performance, and creative consulting for artists who want their records to hit harder.

Shaun Foist
Shaun Foist

Former Breaking Benjamin Drummer

Shaun brings a drummer's perspective to tone, groove, and arrangement. Available for drum production, performance, and creative direction for rock and heavy projects.

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Barry Stock
Barry Stock

Three Days Grace Guitarist

Guitarist for Three Days Grace and producer. Barry has worked at The Attic on projects including Monroe, bringing his platinum-level rock expertise to emerging artists.

Instamix Live

Songwriting clinics & masterclasses.

The Attic has hosted Instamix Live events featuring world-class musicians sharing insights on songwriting, performance, and the music industry.

Bumblefoot
Bumblefoot

Former Guns N' Roses Guitarist

Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal brought his virtuoso guitar techniques and songwriting insights to Instamix Live at The Attic.

Aaron Nordstrom
Aaron Nordstrom

Gemini Syndrome Vocalist

Aaron Nordstrom shared his approach to vocal performance and songcraft at The Attic's Instamix Live events.

Lajon Witherspoon
Lajon Witherspoon

Sevendust Vocalist

Lajon Witherspoon, legendary Sevendust frontman, appeared as a special guest at Instamix Live songwriting clinics.

John Connolly
John Connolly

Sevendust Guitarist

John Connolly, guitarist for Sevendust, shared his guitar techniques and songwriting expertise at The Attic's Instamix Live clinic series.

Jason Christopher
Jason Christopher

Formerly of Prong & CMFT

Jason Christopher, formerly of Prong and CMFT, shared his bass expertise and industry insights at The Attic's Instamix Live clinic series.

Recent Productions

From The Attic.

Hear what we've been working on. Artists from across the country trust The Attic for recording, production, and mixing.

3 Years Hollow

Since 2006

3 Years Hollow

Alternative Metal

Jose Urquiza's band since 2006. The Attic has been home to 3 Years Hollow's production, recording, and mixing for nearly two decades of alternative metal evolution.

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Dalton Lawrence

Latest

Dalton Lawrence

Falling Colours

Full album production, recording, and mixing for Dalton Lawrence. A modern take on alternative rock with dynamic range and emotional depth.

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Sevendust
Sevendust

Blood & Stone

Uncredited pre-production & arrangement by Jose Urquiza. Songs: Feel Like Going On, Nothing Left to See Here Anymore, Desperation, Alone. Pre-production took place over several days in Geneseo, IL at The Attic Recording including for an exclusive Sevendust Instamix Live event where fans participated and listened in as the band worked through early demo versions of these songs.

Another Lost Year
Another Lost Year

Alien Architect

Produced/Mixed by Jose Urquiza at The Attic Recording Studios. A powerful rock record featuring the signature sound of Another Lost Year.

Caleb Talbott
Caleb Talbott

In Studio Session

Recording sessions with Caleb Talbott at The Attic. Capturing intimate acoustic performances with warm, organic tones.

Monroe
Monroe

Alternative Rock

Production work with Monroe, featuring Barry Stock (Three Days Grace) as producer at The Attic Recording Studios.

Table 9

Supergroup

Table 9

Alternative Metal Supergroup

Formed in 2022, Table 9 features Morgan Rose (Sevendust) on vocals, Shaun Foist (Breaking Benjamin) on drums, Jose Urquiza (3 Years Hollow) on guitar, Barry Stock (Three Days Grace) on guitar, and Jason Christopher on bass.

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Burden Of The Sky
Burden Of The Sky

Produced by Morgan Rose

Production sessions with Burden Of The Sky at The Attic, featuring Morgan Rose (Sevendust) as producer. Capturing powerful performances and modern rock production.

Elisium
Elisium

Produced by Morgan Rose & Jose Urquiza

Collaborative production featuring both Morgan Rose (Sevendust) and Jose Urquiza (3 Years Hollow) working together at The Attic to craft Elisium's powerful sound.