award winning Music Production Backed by Experienced Project Management.
platinum & gold music producer
john mccracken
A Long time luminary in the industry
John’s talents span numerous categories beyond music production, to include engineering, mixing, project management, college and private teaching as well as performing as a highly respected guitarist/arranger.
Elevating Artistic Vision Through Precision Music Production
John recently finished producing/engineering/mixing Jeff Berlin’s release entitled, Jack Songs: An All-Star Tribute to Jack Bruce. This highly acclaimed recording features A-List musicians including Sammy Hagar, Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, Eric Johnson, Tony Levin, Gregg Bissonette, Nathan East, Bill Frisell, Gary Husband, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, Bill Sheehan, and many more.
John McCracken Media Group Label roster
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Jeff Berlin Music Group
Jeff Berlin Music Group provides the very best online music education, front-line recordings and high-end music production. For over 40 years, Jeff Berlin has stood as one of the most innovative electric bassists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Known for his one-of-a-kind tone, jaw dropping technique and highly advanced harmonic approaches to the bass, Jeff has been one of the major figures in firmly establishing the electric bass as a solo instrument well deserving of its own distinct place in modern music. To explore more about Jeff Berlin Music Group.
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DAVID SANCIOUS
Long regarded as one of the premier musicians of the world, David Sancious was an original member of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, toured and recorded with Peter Gabriel, Sting, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Santana, Seal and a long list of A-level musicians. He also created groundbreaking music with his band, Tone and has recently released a remastered version of his legendary album, True Stories. David’s highly acclaimed recording, Eyes Wide Open as well as his latest project, The Ghost of Jim Crow, take a contemporary stance by addressing today’s cultural/political issues head-on through his signature sound.
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HANSFORD ROWE GONG EXPRESSO
This near re-iteration of PM Gong is the first such grouping since the passing of influential drummer Pierre Moerlen in 2005. PM Gong was a major branch of the massive Gong tree. In the mid 1970's Pierre Moerlen separated from Daevid Allen, marking an end to the Flying Teapot period and a powerful jazz/rock unit was formed and signed to Virgin Records. Pierre's brother Benoit Moerlen, Hansford Rowe, Francois Causse and Allan Holdsworth were core members.
Take a peek behind the scenes of John McCracken’s fantastic interview with British musician and YouTuber Andy Edwards, known for his insightful video-casts on various aspects of the music industry. Andy, a brilliant musician with a profound knowledge of prog rock and music overall, delves deep into musicians, bands, and the music business of the late 20th Century.
In this interview, John shares his experiences from the last years of his time with guitar legend Allan Holdsworth (2014-2017), reflecting on the challenges faced by true geniuses and innovators who prioritize artistic integrity over commercial success. It's a narrative as old as time, highlighting the struggles and aftermath of such decisions.
John’s encounter with Allan was a lifelong dream fulfilled, and despite the unfortunate backlash and false accusations he faced after Allan’s passing, his intention was always to support and uplift Allan. Together with his manager Leonardo Pavkovic, John endeavored to provide stability in Allan's life, enabling him to share his unreleased music with the world through a successful PledgeMusic campaign, albeit releasing only one track, "Earth," penned by his drummer Virgil Donati.
Allan's unparalleled artistry, akin to Picasso's impact, transcends boundaries and leaves an indelible mark on all who witness it. His legacy stands tall among the greats like Mozart, Shakespeare, and Beethoven, embodying a historical significance that cannot be overlooked.
ALLAN HOLDSWORTH—TALES FROM THE VAULT DOWNLOAD
Tales from the Vault – 2026 Remastered Edition + 2 Bonus Tracks Available Now For a Limited Time Only ($19.95)
Originally available only to supporters of the 2017 Tales from the Vault PledgeMusic campaign, the CD/Red Book versions (44.1kHz / 16-bit) have never been commercially released — until now.
The 2026 Remastered Edition presents these historic recordings in stunning 96kHz / 24-bit high-resolution WAV for the ultimate listening experience.
Tales from the Vault features Allan Holdsworth’s final official recording, “Earth.”
This release includes two versions:
Full version with bass and guitar solos
Instrumental version with no solos, revealing Allan’s extraordinary SynthAxe arrangement in rare clarity
OVER 3Gb OF BONUS MATERIAL INCLUDING:
Rare videos, interviews, and photographs from the Tales from the Vault era
Behind-the-scenes studio images
Allan’s handwritten chord charts for:
Pud Wud
Tokyo Dream
The 16 Men of Tain
Full-length interview: “The Final Days of Allan Holdsworth”Featuring Andy Edwards with John McCracken — an in-depth, firsthand account of working with Allan from 2014–2017
Previously unreleased:
3 Blind Mice (Pierre Moerlen’s Gong Live) featuring an extended Allan solo
No One Knows My Thirst (Eric Keyes) showcasing a classic AH solo
Plus additional surprise content!
