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đŸŽ¶ Fuzz Collective Records 12 New Songs for Second Album at Legendary 2200 Studios in Sausalito, California

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Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025
Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025

When you walk into Studio B at 2200 Studios in Sausalito—formerly known as the Record Plant—you’re not just stepping into a room. You’re stepping into music history.


In May 2025, Fuzz Collective had the incredible opportunity to record our second album in that historic space. With Eddie Roberts (The New Mastersounds) producing and Matty McDavid engineering, we tracked 12 brand-new songs—including a special cut, “You Know the Reason,” featuring Eddie himself on guitar. Special thanks to Owner, Chris Skarakis and GM, Michael Urbano for making it happen.

Jeff Yasuda in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025
Jeff Yasuda in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025

📍 Why 2200 Studios?

Formerly the Record Plant Sausalito, 2200 Studios has been a recording destination since 1972. The room feels alive with the ghosts of music history: Fleetwood Mac tracked Rumours here, Stevie Wonder began Songs in the Key of Life, Rick James laid down Street Songs, and Prince left his mark too.

We chose this studio not just for its pedigree, but for its feel. The space brings out authenticity, experimentation and captures sounds like no other studio. But it also inspires with its deep history and perhaps through the spirts that still live in its walls.

Tim Fisher in the "Drumbrella" at Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025
Tim Fisher in the "Drumbrella" at Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025

đŸŽ›ïž Studio B: Still Legendary

Everything about Studio B invites creativity:

  • Analog classics: Neve, API, Urei, Teletronix

  • World-class monitoring: TAD/JBL, ATC, and trusty NS-10s

  • A layout that captures live energy without sacrificing sonic clarity

We didn’t just play songs—we built moments. And Studio B made sure every one landed with the weight it deserved.


🎾 “You Know the Reason” – With Eddie on Guitar

One of the standout moments from the sessions was tracking “You Know the Reason,” a gritty, boogaloo-flavored new track—and having Eddie Roberts step out of the producer’s chair and onto the floor to play guitar on it was mind-bending.

The tone, the feel, the interplay—everything just locked. It was one of those “did-that-just-happen?” studio moments we’ll never forget.

Bassist Ethan Beard and Producer Eddie Roberts in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025
Bassist Ethan Beard and Producer Eddie Roberts in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025

đŸŽšïž Eddie Roberts & Matty McDavid: A Dream Team

Having Eddie produce this album brought a level of vision and soul that elevated every song. His deep knowledge of groove, arrangement, and dynamics pushed us to dig deeper and tighter. And when he plugged in his guitar for “You Know the Reason,” he didn’t just add to the song—he transformed it.


Matty McDavid, our sound engineer, was equally crucial. His balance of technical mastery and musical sensitivity ensured that every track captured the vibe we were chasing—raw, honest, alive.

Producer Eddie Roberts and Sound Engineer Matty McDavid in the control booth at Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025
Producer Eddie Roberts and Sound Engineer Matty McDavid in the control booth at Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025

đŸŽ” The 12 New Songs

This album is our biggest leap yet:

  • Funk and soul roots, evolved

  • Expansive rhythms and deeper songwriting

  • Live band feel, with moments of sonic experimentation

From tightly locked-in grooves to wide-open improvisation, each song carries a piece of who we are right now. All of the solos were recorded in the moment with no-overdubs. It helped to contribute to the live feel of the album.

Harp Player Pete Chung in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025
Harp Player Pete Chung in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025

📖 A Legacy We’re Proud to Join

Recording in the same space where legends once lived and played wasn’t lost on us. But this wasn’t about nostalgia—it was about contribution. These 12 original songs are our offering to the lineage of Studio B. And we made them count.

Keyboardist Jason Tavano on the B3 in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025
Keyboardist Jason Tavano on the B3 in Studio B at 2200 Studios. Photo credit: Eva Blue. May 2025

đŸŽ€ What’s Next?

With tracking complete, we’re now diving into mixing and mastering. The energy we captured in Sausalito is real, and we can’t wait for you to hear every second of it.


With gratitude,

Fuzz Collective


Second album. 12 songs.

Recorded at 2200 Studios, Studio B – Sausalito, CA

Produced and Mixed by Eddie Roberts

Engineered by Matty McDavid

Special guest: Eddie Roberts on guitar for “You Know the Reason”


Stay tuned for release updates, behind-the-scenes footage, and a closer look at the album. Until then—stay fuzzy.Â đŸŽ›ïžđŸŽžđŸ”„

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