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06-15-2025 Vol 1992

Hyde Street Studios: A Music Legacy Amid Modern Challenges

Tucked away in a nondescript Art Deco building on Hyde Street, Hyde Street Studios has been a cornerstone of San Francisco’s music scene for nearly six decades.

Led by manager Jack Kertzman, the studio is steeped in history, serving as a recording haven for iconic artists ranging from Tupac to the Grateful Dead.

Upon touring the studio, visitors are taken to the echo chamber, a unique space designed to create extraordinary audio effects by preventing the formation of exact corners, resulting in a distinct reverberation.

Kertzman enthusiastically shares the story of David Crosby’s 1971 song

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Abigail Harper