Biography
With over 30 years of experience, Paul Tipler is a seasoned producer, recording engineer, and mix specialist. His extensive portfolio includes collaborations with a diverse range of artists such as Idlewild, Stereolab, Elastica, Placebo, Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster, Transglobal Underground, Barns Courtney, and Julian Cope.
Paul’s journey in the music industry began with a stint at The Chocolate Factory, where he worked with Squeeze and Julian Cope. Subsequently, he immersed himself in the London music scene, collaborating with producer Pat Collier at Greenhouse Studios and Eric Radcliffe at Blackwing Studios. Over time, Paul absorbed valuable insights and experiences from notable producers, eventually stepping into the role of a producer himself.
Throughout the ’90s and beyond, Paul’s versatility shone as he worked with a wide array of artists, from Leatherface, Kingmaker, Midway Still, and Pop Will Eat Itself to Elastica, Dr Feelgood, Placebo, House of Love, and more. His studio doors welcomed acts like Idlewild, Stereolab, Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster, Cable, Little Mothers, Reuben, Dogs Die In Hot Cars, and Earl Brutus during the mid-’90s.
Embracing evolving genres, Paul cultivated enduring relationships with bands like Stereolab, Mojave 3, Client, The Wonderstuff, Perfume, Forward Russia, as well as world fusion artists including Transglobal Underground, Jah Wobble, Fun-Da-Mental, and Talvin Singh.
Adapting to changes in the industry, Paul now operates from his own ‘Unit 13 Studios’ in the ‘Press Play Complex,’ owned by long-time friend Andy Ramsay from Stereolab. He continues to collaborate with both established friends and emerging talents, remaining dedicated to discovering and guiding the new wave of bands and musicians.
Paul’s recent endeavors include producing and mixing for Liines, Bugeye, Keeley, Oliver Shaw, Adam Wedd, The Priscillas, Headshrinkers, The Fades, Aerial Salad and many more, showcasing his enduring passion for music exploration.
