The people
Steve Longbottom
Studio manager
Steve started in the industry at 15 years old working as a live engineer for a 7 piece Jive band.
Following a love for music, he went on to Huddersfield University and during his final year studying Music Tech and Audio Systems, started building Vibrations. His dissertation in sound isolation and acoustic treatment was applied to the studio design and build you see today.
Over the last 10+ years Steve has made constant improvements to the studio and equipment as well as building up a substantial PA Hire service.
Alongside managing the studio, Steve continues to work alongside musicians from all over the UK to produce great music and he also engineers at live events to bring music to life for large audiences.
The experience he gained whilst on his placement year at Purple Pro Audio, was central to his own development as an engineer and so Steve continues to offer these opportunities in the studio, working alongside Huddersfield University to do so.
Piper Dawes
Producer / engineer
Piper Dawes, a seasoned music producer with 20 years in pop, ska, and reggae, is also an accomplished guitarist and mix engineer.
Her remixing talents also shine in dub, psytrance, and drum & bass. Piper's notable for founding the Housebound Ska Collective during the Covid-19 lockdown, uniting global musicians to support mental health through music. Her collaborations span artists like Eric Molina (Bad Manners/Mephiskapheles) and Polly Paulusma, showcasing her versatility.
Beyond producing, Piper's commitment to music and mental wellness highlights her as a dynamic force in the industry, continually seeking new creative avenues.
Abi Swift
Placement student
Abi is currently studying BMus Popular Music at The University of Huddersfield and is undertaking a placement year at Vibrations Studios.
Music has always been her passion: from playing the drums since she was 8, Abi went on to study Music at Bradford College, where she furthered that passion upon discovering the world of music production and recording, 2 skills which she will improve upon whilst working here.
Being in 2 bands, a budding songwriter and producer, radio host and freelance drummer for the likes of Prince Re:Imagined, Vijay Venkat and Band, Song's for The Season and more, Abi is 'music mad', and her enthusiasm and energy for anything even vaguely music-related truly shines through.
Jessica Lambert
Placement student
Jessica Lambert is currently a studio assistant for Vibrations Studios. Her aspiration to find and make a pathway for herself within the music industry, has driven her since the age of 15. Over these 7 years of learning and pushing herself out of her comfort zone, she has met many aspiring artists, producers and engineers and has had the privilege of meeting professionals. Her journey continues with an open mind and dedication to bring other peoples music to life - in whichever role that may be.
