32 acres of possibilities.
Nestled in the hills just outside Nashville, the Castle sits on a unique plot of land made up of sprawling grass fields and a cedar forest creeping up a limestone hill in the back. Maintained walking trails lead to the top of the hill where incredible vistas of the valley below can be found. The Castle itself has been standing for nearly 100 years and has served as one of Nashville’s premier commercial recording studios for the past 37. The interior is just as remarkable as its exterior and features several multipurpose rooms, lounges, and a full kitchen. To see more of the space and the grounds hit the button below.
Nearly 100 years of history.
The Castle was built between 1929 and 1932 by Chicago mobster and bookie John P. Welch to serve as a hideout and resting spot while traveling between Chicago and Florida. Being an avid gambler, Welch would often throw lavish (and illegal) gambling parties on the premises. To this purpose he was sure to include in the design of the building a hidden passageway that led to an underground mushroom cellar intended to hide “guests”. After Welch died in 1945 the Castle was sold and turned into a gourmet restaurant for a stint in the late 1940’s. During this period it played host to several big stars of the time, including Bob Hope, Spencer Tracy, and Betty Grable. Over the next 30 years the property served as a riding academy for a time and later as a residence until it was purchased in 1979 by the Nuyens family, a European bluegrass group. A few years later, in 1983, Jozef Nuyens founded Castle Recording Studios. Since then, more than 500 gold and platinum artists across all genres have recorded breakout albums here at the Castle. To this day the Castle retains its reputation as one of the go-to Nashville recording destinations for big label artists and independents alike. To see a list of some of the artists who have recorded here over the years, head on over to the studio page. To check out some pictures and articles from the Castle’s colorful past, hit the button below.
Over 500 gold and platinum records.
Since 1983, the Castle has served as one of Nashville’s premier recording studios. Hundreds of artists across all genres have made music within these walls. From Alan Jackson and Chris Stapleton to Snoop Dogg and Shawn Mendes, over the years the Castle has developed a rich and diverse musical history that has left an indelible mark on the music industry. To learn more about the studio itself and to see a list of some of the artists who have recorded here, hit the button below.
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