Our Story

For 20+ years owner of Velvet Skies Recording, Phil Higgins, has been producing and recording music. On a long journey from San Diego and Los Angeles to Tennessee, new opportunities have landed Phil and Velvet Skies Recording in Minnesota.

Velvet Skies Recording does many aspects of music and audio production.

Projects include:

  • Producing & Recording Bands/Artists

  • Writing/Recording loop libraries and song construction kits

  • Editing, Mixing, Mastering audio of all kinds

  • Composing & Recording film scores

  • Writing & Producing songs for TV

  • Jingles

Coming from Southern California, Phil Higgins has built a career in many aspects of music and production. Beginning in music as a guitar player brought him into the studio scene doing session guitar work for various artists, bands, and television commercials. Phil soon began working as a recording engineer and became more immersed in studio work. More opportunities developed and he quickly landed several songs he wrote and recorded on major television networks. If you watch buzz-worthy MTV shows like Catfish, The Seven, When I Was Seventeen, 10 on Top, True Life, Cribs etc., or TBS Network, FOX Network, and NFL Network you have more than likely heard many tracks written and produced by Phil. Additionally, he has written and produced several loop libraries and song construction kits in various styles including; Indie Rock, Pop/Rock, Folk, Neo-Soul, etc. Having a solid grasp on the many roles within music production makes Phil a huge asset to any project. His executive producer credits include work on projects ranging from pop/rock, indie, alternative, country, Christian, and current pop music. Phil has 20+ years experience recording, engineering, and producing. His approach working with artists and bands brings out the best in them while maintaining a relaxed and creative vibe during studio sessions.

Phil Higgins

Owner/Producer