Nestled in the heart of Acadiana, Worrytime Studios is a cozy, all-analog recording studio in Downtown Lafayette, LA. Hosted and helmed by Ryan DeJean, this home-away-from-home within a home can comfortably accommodate solo artists and large bands alike from all genres. Visit the About page for more info the history, gear, and philosophy of Worrytime, or hit Contact to discuss how we can bring your four-track, tape-based dreams to life together.
Using limited-fidelity machines presents inherent challenges, but they can also yield beauty and character. The focus at Worrytime is not on perfection — or the pursuit of style over substance — but rather on presenting things as they are with warmth and intimacy. Ryan’s approach keeps things honest and immediate.
You can listen to a selection of recordings produced at Worrytime Studios in this Soundcloud playlist.
Since 2014, Ryan has worked with a diverse roster of artists, producing records by Dickie Landry, Louis Michot, Julie Odell, Sarah Burke, Tasche & The Angels, Christiaan Mader of Brass Bed, Carbon Poppies, Rad Wagon, Early Day Miners, Mackenzie Bourg, Blayze Viator, Dustin Gaspard, Renée Reed, and Kleaner, just to name a few.
Here is a compilation (also on Bandcamp) of tunes Ryan co-produced over the years with a host of collaborators.
