"We're Like Craftsmen Going to Work": Ewan Currie on The Sheepdogs’ Studio Routine

"We’re like craftsmen going to work... we’ll play a little shuffleboard, then we’ll kick it down in the studio." In this highlight from The Sonic Road, Ewan Currie of The Sheepdogs breaks down the practical, environment behind the recording of their 2026 album, Keep Out of the Storm. Ewan describes the band’s process at Taurus Recording as a blend of comfort and high-speed creativity, where a relaxed atmosphere—complete with coffee and shuffleboard—leads to their most productive sessions. Ewan explains why feeling "at home" in the studio is essential for the band’s live-off-the-floor sound. He also discusses the shorthand they’ve developed with engineer Thomas D’Arcy, allowing them to act on "crazy ideas" in real-time. It’s an insightful look at the discipline and chemistry required to maintain a prolific recording pace without losing the "roll" that makes rock and roll feel authentic. Buy the new album "Keep Out of The Storm" here: www.thesheepdogs.com Follow The Sonic Road Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X: @thesonicroad Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/thesonicroad #thesonicroadpodcast #TheSheepdogs #EwanCurrie #StudioLife #RockAndRoll #KeepOutOfTheStorm #MusicProduction