The National Discography 20012013 MP3 V0
Carmel Kittell
Once in Texas, he became involved in the local recording scene. Because of his combination of recording, construction and musical background he was asked to participate in the construction of the Fire Station Studios in San Marcos, just south of Austin. He was asked to stay on by chief engineer Richard Mullen after the studio was completed and so became the second engineer, working with Stevie Ray Vaughn and Eric Johnson. When Richard left after a year Gary was promoted to chief engineer.
He was able to record many artists of national stature and worked with many producers and engineers from major labels. One of the recordings he made, the Texas Tornados, won a Grammy. Two other albums, one by Doug Sahm and one by Tish Hinojosa (which Gary co-produced), each won Indies and much critical acclaim. His discography includes Townes van Zandt, Jerry Lee Lewis, John Hiatt, J.D. Souther, Gary P. Nunn, Jerry Jeff Walker and many others.
He authored the article on the history of the recording industry in Texas for the Handbook of Texas Music published by the Texas State Historical Association in conjunction with the Center for Texas Music History. He has also written articles for The Journal of Texas Music History.
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