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Behind the Scenes at SugarHill Studios

The oldest continually operating recording studio in the country is a legend in its own time.

Photography by Todd Spoth September 17, 2016

Destiny's Child is among the line-up of famous artists who have recorded at SugarHill.

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

The iconic neon blue sign greets guests as they enter.

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

The famous SugarHill star has been the spot of many a photo opp over the years.

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

SugarHill is stocked with audio equipment spanning the decades.

IMAGE: Todd Spoth

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SugarHill—celebrating its 75th birthday this month—is the oldest continuously operating music studio in the country, as far as anyone can tell. Adam Doster tells SugarHill's story in words in this month's issue of Houstonia; above, Todd Spoth tells SugarHill's story in pictures.

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