Deep Dive: Midland: The Sonic Ranch (2021)
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In Spring 2014, three friends spent 11 days at Sonic Ranch, a recording studio near El Paso, Texas. This location served as the backdrop for the formation of Midland, a band that began as an experiment rather than a traditional music group. The film captures their creative process, fueled by tequila and their imaginative aspirations.
The documentary presents the unique environment of Sonic Ranch, emphasizing its influence on the band's music. Midland, now Grammy-nominated and platinum-selling, reflects on their journey from casual friends to a recognized country music act, highlighting the significance of their time spent in this secluded studio.
Why Watch
- •Meet Midland, the Grammy-nominated country band.
- •Find out about the creative spark at Sonic Ranch.
- •See how tequila fueled their musical experiment.
Did You Know
•Midland spent 11 days at Sonic Ranch in Spring 2014.
•The band was formed by three friends who initially viewed it as an experiment.
•Sonic Ranch is located along the Rio Grande outside El Paso, Texas.
•Midland is now a Grammy-nominated and platinum-selling band.
Perfect For
Country music fansMusic production enthusiastsTexas culture lovers