Neil & Lloyd in the spacious control room By combining large comfortable rooms with the best equipment and creative people, we help artists record their best music. We believe atmosphere and vibe are crucial to a successful recording, and we strive to provide all the ingredients for smooth sessions. Platinum and gold artists like The Guess Who and The Watchmen... critically acclaimed independants like The Weakerthans... and many other artists from all genres trust Private Ear Recording with their music.

Who Are We?

Private Ear Recording is owned and operated by Lloyd Peterson and Neil
Cameron. The company began in 1994 offering remote recording services in
various locations, from concert halls to schools to churches to cottages. In
early 1995 we opened our current facility in a 3000-square-foot downtown
Winnipeg warehouse space. We've been growing and upgrading ever since.


Lloyd Peterson (Engineer)
Lloyd comes from a background as a musician, songwriter and radio producer. From years spent performing and recording across Canada, to a stint as music producer with CBC Radio, he has developed his engineering, producing and arranging skills. His work can be heard on projects such as The Weakerthans, Greg Macpherson, Nicky Mehta and many more.

As a musician he frequently contributes electric & acoustic guitar, piano, Hammond organ and especially tambourine parts to various sessions at the drop of a hat.


Neil Cameron (Engineer)
Neil has been nominated three times as Engineer of the Year at the Prairie Music Awards. He specializes in mixing, engineering and co-producing. Among his credits are such diverse projects as The Watchmen, Christine Fellows, Kristi Johnston, The Undecided and Cara Luft.

Neil entered the music business through his work as a live sound engineer. He has toured worldwide with a variety of acts, and is currently working with The Watchmen.

Please explore our site, and contact us (lloyd @privateear.com / neil@privateear.com) so we can help you create your best possible recording.