5 Facts About the Recording of Journey's Hydra Album
- Hydra was recorded at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles, a studio known for its vintage analog gear and live room acoustics.
- Additional recording took place at Reggie Fisher Recording Studio, a smaller facility used for overdubs and fine-tuning.
- The album was released in 1980, following the commercial success of Departure earlier that year.
- Sunset Sound’s Neve console and tape machines contributed to the album’s warm, punchy sound.
- Reggie Fisher’s studio allowed the band to experiment with layered vocals and guitar parts outside the main sessions.