Brighton Electric Studios (locally known as 'Electric') is a large music studio complex with 17 practice studios & 2 high end recording studios. There are several mix studios & a mastering suite, storage facilities, shop & cafe. The main premises was built in 1897 as the Brighton & Hove tramways head office, located on Lewes Rd, about a mile from Brighton beach. In April 2010 the studio was short listed for the 'Studio of the Year' award by Music Week magazine, alongside other UK facilities including Abbey Road and Metropolis Studios.
Brighton Electric was founded in 2000 & has hosted many successful artists as well as playing a strong role in the vibrant local music scene. Clients include The Cure, British Sea Power, Blood Red Shoes, Foals, The Go! Team, Laura Marling, Noisettes, NEON SAINTS Brass Band, The Maccabees, Nick Cave & Architects.
Brighton Electric is the premises of pro-audio & back line rental company Brighton Electric Tour Hire.
Coordinates: 50°50′19″N 0°7′24″W / 50.83861°N 0.12333°W