ABOUT US:
PlayWork Productions is an artist-centric music production and recording company focused on the development, production and recording of artists performing the various genres of rock music. Formed in 2006, it was a vision given birth by Matt Robnett after co-producing demos for Jive Records. Working with rock bands in large-format studios coast to coast, he realized a vision and ultimately the goal of using his creative ability to elevate and capture the best musical performances of artists. It was upon that realization that he committed himself to the creation of an organization dedicated to helping artists achieve the success that their efforts and talent deserve. Jake Caramanico and Greg Atman came on board to join him, and they have been riding a wave of success ever since.
As former band members, Matt, Jake and Greg have an innate ability to inspire and push bands toward creating a next-level version of themselves. Matt's production genius and collaborative and creative leadership in the studio, combined with PlayWork's industry expertise and contacts proved a strikingly powerful developmental force in the careers of the artists with whom they worked. With the addition of Greg, PlayWork gained an instrumental genius whose creative talents have touched every musician he has ever worked with, while Jake's passion and 'hardcore' edginess bring attitude and impact to every song he produces. Before long, PlayWork was introducing their clients to major record labels and assisting them through the signing process.
Today, although the producing and recording of great music remain the center of the PlayWork universe, we are about even more. The addition of the PlayWork Management group gave PlayWork the opportunity to offer our clients complete band development, consulting, management and access to a growing network of industry contacts. More than 85% of PlayWork’s clients have received consideration from numerous labels.
It takes a team of dedicated people to accomplish all that we do for our clients, and we have some of the best in the biz working with us:
PLAYWORK PRODUCTIONS - Directed by Matt Robnett:
Jake Caramanico: Jake is Matt's invaluable right hand on every PlayWork record as a key member of the PlayWork production and engineering team. His talent and ear for music is highly respected and he is increasingly recognized as becoming one of the fastest rising production talents in the industry. Hardcore to the bone, Jake 'works it' hard at the console and never seems to sleep. He'll be there with you to work just as hard as you do to capture 'your sound' and bring it to life.
Greg Atman: The collaboration between Greg and Matt goes back many years, even predating their work together at PlayWork Productions. A serious creative talent in his own right, Greg is dynamic, professional and amazing on both sides of the console as artists coast to coast are discovering.
Demon Drums: The drum collection of Jay and Walter is one of the best on the planet. Their clients include Hawthorne Heights, Bon Jovi, Murphys Law, Thursday, and many more!
Durijah Lang: Durijah, of Glassjaw and Saves The Day fame, offers only the most musical and cohesive drum production. As any drummer knows, this guy really knows how to play in a song's best interest.
Jen Robnett: Known initially as a fulltime staff writer and photographer for PlayWork (see below - PlayWork Online), Jen has emerged as an amazing lyricist and song-writer and is now available by request to assist and/or participate in song-writing projects. Contact us for additional information and booking inquiries.
Booking: To book your next LP, EP, Demo or song-writing project, contact Mike at mike@playworkproductions.com. See our blog to access the latest schedule openings.
PLAYWORK MANAGEMENT - Contact: mike@playworkproductions.com:
We want to be your 'Artist Manager/A&R Representative', providing the support you need to assure that your career is organized and targeted to achieve your professional goals. We'll also make sure that your music gets the exposure it deserves and is heard by the right people. In order for your partnership with PlayWork to be a success, seamless communication and organized collaborative work is a must. In support of this and our commitment to our clients, we are available 24/7 to address any issue or need that arises.
Bobby Latessa: Contact:latessa@playworkproductions.com
PLAYWORK RECORDS - Directed by Bobby Latessa: Contact:latessa@playworkproductions.com
Bobby Latessa: A recent grad of Harvard University, Bobby's passion for music has lead him to PlayWork to take over the reins of the PlayWork label. While pursuing his degree in Political Science at Harvard, Bobby managed to establish an impressive network of industry contacts, all of which he plans to put to work in support of all of the artists with whom PlayWork has a professional relationship.
PLAYWORK ONLINE
Jac Vanek: You all know Jac and have been fans of her blog and clothing designs. Jac designed several new clothing pieces for PlayWork, introducing them (and her bracelets!) during her residency on Warped Tour 2008, as she travelled with the PlayWork team during our stage presentation for 21 dates on Warped Tour!
Jen Robnett: Jen is a fulltime staff writer and photographer for PlayWork. Jen has spent much of the past 5 years immersed in and writing about music. She was a fulltime resident on Warped Tour 2008 along with Jac and will also wrote her own Warped Tour blog on www.playworkproductions.com.
We at PlayWork want to help you achieve your artistic goals. After working with us, 6 of our bands have been played on mainstream radio, and 5 have acquired licensing agreements for TV airtime(MTV,ESPN,etc). We have also helped bands sign to various record labels, including both Virgin and Jive Records.
Tell us what your goals are. We'd love to help you along the way!
Word em' up!
Matt Robnett - PlayWork Productions
Who we’ve worked with:Four Year Strong, The Starting Line, Paige, Traded Series, Hit The Lights, Out of Sight, Valencia, A Loss For Words, I Am The Avalanche, Cadence, Good Old War, Person L, Break the Dark, Like Lions, The Skylife, Driving East, Averman, The Almost, The Great Valley, Days Away, Don't Sigh Daisy, Except After Sea, Chances Are High, We Still Dream, Extra Blue Kind, The Weakend, The Hollow Sound, All That's Mine, Junietta, Striving for Better, Remember the Day, DGN, Ambellina, The Last Dinosaur, The Seventy Six, Hitomi, The Rydells, Kiev, The Breakup, IExplode, Mission Failed, New Atlantic, The Grand Electric, The High Court,and many others!
