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John Burns

real name John Mackenzie Burns

John Burns is credited on 627 releases across 137 albums tracked on Gatefold, active 1969–2024 — the collector-built map of who actually made the music.

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627

Credits

137

Albums

7

Decades active

169

In collections

Biography

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British engineer, producer and composer born July 1950. Started engineering career in London at Decca Studios (1968-1975), was studio manager at Essex Studios (1975-1982) and co-owner of Greenhouse Studio, London (1982-1986), continuing as a freelance engineer/producer working with Rick Wakeman / Sham 69 / Denny Laine. Also known for his composition work teamed up with Andrew Grossart and Paul Williams.
Director of GBW Music Ltd / Vibrant Music Ltd.
Not to be confused with engineer/producer John Burns!

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Credited work

627 releases · 137 albums · active 1969–2024

  • Engineering · 547
  • Performance · 63
  • Production · 59
  • Mastering · 52
  • Other credits · 1

Studios: Decca Studios · Island Studios · Essex Studios · Studio House, Wraysbury

Discography

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