Why Lakeview Musicians Trust Us

Lakeview spans a massive stretch of Chicago’s north side, and that geographic diversity mirrors the artists who call this neighborhood home—from indie rock bands in Roscoe Village to electronic producers in Boystown to punk bands near Wrigleyville. Musicians from Lakeview don’t fit a single mold, and they don’t want a studio that treats every project like it’s the same genre, same approach, same template. Whether you’re tracking guitars, bass, and drums for a high-energy rock project, building electronic productions with synthesizers and drum programming, or recording intimate acoustic and vocal arrangements, you’ll find a studio that adapts to your specific needs rather than forcing you into a predetermined box. Artists from Lakeview understand that great recordings come from an engineer who can work across styles and actually listens to what you’re trying to achieve. As Chicago’s #1 rated recording studio on Google, Untold Stories has built that reputation by working with artists across every genre imaginable and delivering professional results that serve the song rather than showcasing the studio. Lakeview musicians choose us because we match their creative diversity—we’re not locked into one sound or one approach, and we’re committed to capturing your music authentically whether that’s raw and aggressive or polished and intricate.

Getting Here from Lakeview

From Lakeview, getting to our Pilsen studio at 1007 West 19th Street is one of the easiest commutes in the city—you’re looking at 20-25 minutes depending on which part of Lakeview you’re coming from. By car, take Clark or Ashland south through Lincoln Park and the Loop area, or access Lake Shore Drive south to Roosevelt and head west into Pilsen. The routes are straightforward with multiple options depending on traffic. Street parking in Pilsen is completely free and abundant—no meters, no permits, no downtown parking complications. If you prefer public transit, the CTA Red Line from Belmont, Addison, or Sheridan runs directly south to Roosevelt, where you can transfer to a quick westbound bus or rideshare into Pilsen. Alternatively, the Brown Line connects to the Pink Line at Clark/Lake, which takes you directly to 18th Street in Pilsen. Many Lakeview artists appreciate the transit accessibility—you can take the train when you’re not hauling gear, or drive when you need to bring drums, amps, or multiple instruments. The commute is short enough that scheduling multiple sessions is easy, and by the time you arrive at the studio, you’ve transitioned from the energy of Lakeview’s streets into a focused creative space. Plan to arrive right on time for your session, and you’ll find parking simple, access easy, and the neighborhood’s artistic character a natural extension of Lakeview’s own creative diversity.

What Makes Lakeview Artists Unique

Musicians and voice actors from Lakeview bring an eclectic energy and creative openness to their recording sessions. Living in one of Chicago’s most diverse neighborhoods—economically, culturally, demographically—creates artists who’ve been exposed to every musical style imaginable and often blend influences in unexpected ways. Lakeview artists show up with material that refuses to be pigeonholed: indie rock bands incorporating electronic elements, acoustic artists experimenting with production techniques, punk and alternative projects that push boundaries, and singer-songwriters who defy easy categorization. They value an engineer who can adapt to their vision rather than imposing a predetermined sound, and they appreciate honest feedback that serves the music. We see rock bands tracking full instrumentation, electronic producers building tracks with synthesizers and programmed drums, indie and alternative artists developing their sound, acoustic and folk projects, heavier genres like punk and metal, and voice actors pursuing narration work from Lakeview. Many are artists deeply embedded in Chicago’s independent music scene—they’ve played countless shows at local venues, built followings through DIY promotion, and understand that professional recordings are investments in their careers, not just vanity projects. What sets Lakeview artists apart is their creative fearlessness—they’re willing to experiment, take risks, and push their sound in new directions when it serves their artistic vision. They choose Untold Stories because we meet them where they are creatively and technically, whether that’s capturing raw live energy or building intricate layered productions. When you walk into our studio from Lakeview, you’re working with an engineer who respects your creative vision, embraces the diversity you bring, and is committed to delivering recordings that authentically represent your sound without forcing it into someone else’s mold.