ModernTone Studios

10/04/2025

A tour of some of the gear here at Modern Tone Studios. Thank you to for stopping by a month ago to ask questions about us and go on this tour! Full tour video can be found on the Working Class Audio YouTube page. Shoutout to whose gear we use day to day in our studio and love.

09/13/2025

One of our students left us this incredibly sweet message today–It inspired us, and we hope it inspires you too and reminds you of the power music has to transform you 🩵

09/04/2025

Big news! ModernTone Studios has been named one of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses by the + CO—100!

"ModernTone Studios has been recognized as a Tech Innovator. This category celebrates businesses that have harnessed the power of new technologies and automated solutions to drive their success. These businesses have scaled their operations, enhanced their customer experience, or revolutionized their product and service offerings through digital innovation and forward-thinking strategies, highlighting the transformative impact of technology on business growth."

We are honored as this recognition shines a light on the work we do every day: creating world-class recordings, teaching music at every level, helping artists grow their craft, and building community through music.

We couldn’t have done it without our incredible team, talented students, loyal clients, and supportive community. Thank you for making ModernTone what it is today!

www.co100.com

08/25/2025

We’re honored to be featured on the WCA Studio Tours series! Big thanks to Working Class Audio for highlighting ModernTone.
This is where musicians bring their songs to life, and now you can take the full tour from your screen.

Former WCA guest Jacob Light (WCA #444) gave me a tour of ModernTone Recording located in Lafayete, California. More at https://moderntonestudios.com/

06/30/2025

NEW INSTRUCTOR ALERT!

ModernTone is proud to welcome Dedrick Weathersby to the MTS team. Dedrick is a powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, and performer with deep roots in musical theater and a gift for helping students unlock their creative voice.

He will be teaching Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting next week! Come by after work sometime for a lesson with this brilliant human.
https://moderntonestudios.com/instructors/dedrick-weathersby/

An Emmy Award-winning artist and Broadway World/NAACP Award recipient, Dedrick brings over two decades of professional experience on stage and in the studio. His background includes starring roles in national musical theater tours, leading original productions like Remembering James – The Life and Music of James Brown and Tutti Frutti – The Life and Music of Little Richard, and producing his own studio albums and books.

Dedrick specializes in voice and songwriting instruction, guiding students to build vocal technique, emotional connection, and storytelling ability. Whether you’re working on pop, soul, musical theater, or original material, he’s passionate about helping each student find their own sound and tell their own story.

Beyond teaching, Dedrick is an accomplished playwright and producer, the founder of Super Bad Theater Company, and the author of six books, including How I See Myself, an inspirational collection for young creatives.

He holds dual degrees in Musical Theatre and Business Management, and has mentored hundreds of performers—on stage, on tour, and in the classroom. Dedrick believes music is both craft and calling, and his teaching blends real-world insight with heart, humor, and encouragement.

His motto? “You can never lose betting on yourself.” Students leave his lessons feeling empowered, inspired, and ready to take the stage.

06/09/2025

TONIGHT!! IT’S SHOW TIME! 👀🔥 Moderntone Presents AMPLIFIED: Teen Showcase this Monday June 9th at 7pm LaMorinda Music! 🎤

We’re thrilled to invite the community to an evening of rock & pop favorites featuring the brilliant artists from our Teen Band & Stage Performance Program! 🔥🎶🎸

🎟️TICKETS LINK IN BIO!! ⬆️

06/07/2025

SHOW TIME! 👀🔥 Moderntone Presents AMPLIFIED: Teen Showcase this Monday June 9th at LaMorinda Music! 🎤

We’re thrilled to invite the community to an evening of rock & pop favorites featuring the brilliant artists from our Teen Band & Stage Performance Program! 🔥🎶🎸

🎟️TICKETS LINK IN BIO!! ⬆️

06/06/2025

🎸🔥 Live Music Alert! 🔥🎸
Join us Monday, June 9th at 7PM at Lamorinda Music in Lafayette for an epic Teen Band/Stage Performance Program Showcase! 🎤🎶
Come support a lineup of talented teens as they take the stage and bring the house down with original music, killer covers, and unstoppable energy.

🎵 All ages welcome
🎟️ $20 tickets at the door and online
📍 Lamorinda Music, Lafayette, CA

Bring your friends, your energy, and your love for live music — let’s pack the house and cheer on the future of music! 🙌

03/16/2025

We’ve got some amazing community events on the horizon! 🙌

~ On Saturday, March 22nd, join us for our Stage Performance Showcase led by Diana Alvarez featuring performances from our talented program artists! 🎤✨

~ On Monday, March 24th, our very own Jacob Light will be hosting the Producer’s Playbook seminar, all about transforming your songs through music production! 🎶🔥

Don’t miss out—grab your tickets through the link in bio and be part of the fun! We can’t wait to see you there!

02/05/2025

February at ModernTone Studios is packed with opportunities to connect, grow, and celebrate music together!

This weekend, we’re thrilled to host two showcase events featuring some of ModernTone’s most dedicated students. Performances will include the ModernTonics (Adult Rock Band), Teen Band, and Musical Theatre Ensemble, along with standout solo performances from our talented students. Don’t miss this chance to support our community and experience the incredible music they’ve been working on!

Then, on Monday, February 24, ModernTone Production Manager and educator Briget Boyle will lead an inspiring session on making records as an independent artist. She’ll share her journey from concept to fundraising, production, and release—offering valuable insights for musicians at any stage of their careers.

These community events are designed to inspire and elevate your musical journey. Mark your calendars, get tickets below, and join us in celebrating the power of music!

See you soon! The ModernTone Studios Team

01/30/2025

New drum racks are ready! Excited to start using our 1970’s Ludwig Acrolite that just landed in the studio last night. Huge thanks to and .p.abrams for keeping our drum kits in tip-top shape and for making sure our snare drum collection keeps growing 🥁⚡️

01/17/2025

We just filled up the last few slots of our racks thanks the excellent folks over at and . Super excited to also check out these new 1176 Rev F’s from . Today’s gonna be a good day! 😎