Peter Walsh
Multi award-winning Record Producer and Recording Engineer Peter Walsh has been the man behind the console for a mountain of hit records encompassing many different musical styles from around the world. Peter began his career at London’s Utopia Studios working with Stevie Wonder, The Tubes, Spandau Ballet and The Boomtown Rats amongst others. After a breakthrough producing Simple Minds fifth album New Gold Dream (81-82-83-84), he went on to be one of the most in-demand producers of the 80’s working Peter Gabriel, The Church, and Scott Walker with whom he would go on to work with for over 30 years. He has co-produced every Scott Walker release since 1984’s Climate Of Hunter.
In addition to his role as producer and engineer in the studio, Peter has been the man of choice for countless projects in the live performance arena. As well as producing, recording and mixing over 12 award-winning, multi-platinum selling live CDs and DVDs, Peter has enjoyed touring with Amnesty International, Peter Gabriel (Secret World Live), and has worked with Scott Walker as Sound Producer at The Royal Opera House, The Barbican Theatre, Sadler’s Wells and at the Festival Hall in London.
Peter regularly visits Abbey Road Insitute to talk about his career journey and to give our students tips about navigating the industry. He also runs practical mixing and guitar recording masterclasses. Peter’s infectious personality ensure that classes are always fun, inspiring not to mention insightful.
