Why Mount Prospect Musicians Trust Us

Mount Prospect is a well-established northwest suburb where musicians approach their recording projects with straightforward common sense. They know what they want to accomplish, they’ve prepared their material, and they’re ready to work with an engineer who can deliver professional results without unnecessary complications. Whether you’re a rock band tracking guitars, bass, and drums for your debut album, a metal band capturing heavy riffs and aggressive vocals, or a narrator recording chapters for audiobook publishers, you’ll find a studio environment that prioritizes quality and efficiency. Artists from this community value clear communication, technical expertise, and an engineer who listens to what you’re trying to achieve and helps you execute it. As Chicago’s #1 rated recording studio on Google, Untold Stories has earned that recognition by consistently delivering professional work for artists who expect results that match their investment of time and effort. Mount Prospect musicians choose us because we share their work ethic: arrive prepared, communicate honestly, and deliver recordings that represent your sound at its best.

Getting Here from Mount Prospect

From Mount Prospect, the drive to our Pilsen studio at 1007 West 19th Street takes approximately 30-35 minutes via I-90 E (Kennedy Expressway). Head south on Route 83 or Elmhurst Road to access I-90 E, continue toward Chicago, exit at California Avenue, and head south into Pilsen. The route keeps you on a major expressway with straightforward signage. Street parking in Pilsen is completely free and abundant throughout the neighborhood, typically within half a block of the studio. No meters, no permits, no downtown parking complications. If you prefer public transit, the Metra UP-NW line runs from Mount Prospect Station to Ogilvie Transportation Center downtown, where you can catch a rideshare southwest to Pilsen in about 10 minutes. Many Mount Prospect artists appreciate the reasonable commute—close enough to make multiple sessions practical without consuming your entire day, and the drive provides time to warm up vocally, review arrangements, or mentally transition into recording mode. By the time you arrive at the studio, you’re focused and ready to capture your best performances. Plan to arrive right on time for your session, and you’ll find parking effortless, access simple, and the entire experience focused on delivering quality recordings efficiently.

What Makes Mount Prospect Artists Unique

Musicians and voice actors from Mount Prospect tend to approach recording with practical preparation and clear goals. These are artists who’ve done their homework—they arrive with material rehearsed, song structures finalized, and realistic expectations for what they can accomplish in their studio time. Mount Prospect artists value efficiency, quality, and straightforward feedback from an engineer who can help improve their recordings without wasting time. They understand that professional results come from combining prepared performances with experienced engineering. We see rock bands recording full instrumentation with energy and precision, metal and heavier genres tracking aggressive guitar tones and powerful drums, alternative and indie projects, singer-songwriters recording acoustic and electric arrangements, and voice actors working on audiobook and commercial narration from Mount Prospect. Many are artists balancing their creative work with careers and family responsibilities—they’ve carved out dedicated time for their music, and they maximize their sessions by showing up focused and ready to execute. What sets Mount Prospect artists apart is their no-nonsense mindset—they’re not overthinking the creative process or getting lost in unnecessary details. They know what they want, they communicate it clearly, and they’re open to suggestions that serve the final product. They choose Untold Stories because we deliver professional recordings with clear communication and without drama. When you walk into our studio from Mount Prospect, you’re working with an engineer who respects your preparation, understands your timeline, and is committed to capturing recordings that meet your standards and authentically represent your music.