Windmill Lane Recording Studios: Where Music History is Made

Windmill Lane Recording Studios, established in 1978, holds a special place in music history. Originally located on Windmill Lane, the studios relocated to its current Ringsend Road location in 1990. The original building became famous for the graffiti left by visiting U2 fans. Housed in an iconic Art Deco building that once served as an electrical power station, then a Bovril factory, and later a snooker hall, the studio boasts three state-of-the-art recording spaces. Studio One is the only independently operated recording room in Ireland capable of accommodating an 80-piece orchestra. Many film scores have been recorded here, including *Mission Impossible*, *A Room with a View*, and *My Left Foot*. Windmill Lane Recording Studios has hosted a diverse range of artists, from traditional Irish musicians like Planxty to global superstars like AC/DC, the Spice Girls, and Ed Sheeran. Visitors can take a tour to learn about the studio's history, explore the recording process, and hear stories about the famous musicians who have worked within its walls. You might even get a chance to mix your own session with a virtual band. Advance booking for tours is essential, as Windmill Lane is a working studio. The tours provide an immersive experience, offering insights into the creation and production of some of the greatest albums and songs of the past 40 years.