Neverland, Music & Thumbnails | Bart Stevens

Step inside the control room with Bart Stevens, the recording engineer who worked alongside music legends like Michael Jackson, Fleetwood Mac, Boz Scaggs, Toto, Mick Jagger, and Joe Satriani. In this episode of Your Dark Companion, host Mike Rhyner uncovers the untold stories of LA’s legendary studios—where Bart went from a kid fresh out of Texas to helping shape the sound of some of the biggest records in history. From five years at Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch to unforgettable sessions with Stevie Nicks, Slash, and Jeff Porcaro, Bart shares an insider’s view of the golden age of recording. Along the way, he reveals the friendships, near-misses, and wild tales that defined his career. Bart also opens up about his book, The Miller Grill, a unique blend of music and racing history. Inspired by his fascination with legendary bluesman Robert Johnson and racer Sam Nunes, the novel explores a fictional friendship between these icons set against the backdrop of real historical events. It’s a creative reflection of Bart’s lifelong passions and storytelling flair, showing that his artistry extends far beyond the mixing board. If you love behind-the-scenes music history, studio lore, or just want to hear how the magic was made, this episode is a must-listen. ⏱️ Chapters 0:03 – Exploring Music Passion and Recording with Bart Stevens 5:41 – From Texas to LA: Starting Out in the Studio World 10:25 – Behind the Scenes with Music Legends & Michael Jackson 20:16 – Michael Jackson’s Lifestyle & Generosity at Neverland Ranch 27:39 – Studio Encounters, Near Misses & Music Industry Lessons 33:26 – Sponsor Break: CBD House of Healing 36:25 – Boz Scaggs’ Album Journey & Industry Challenges 44:10 – Guitar Picks, Studio Life, & Unexpected Stories 50:15 – The Miller Grill: Music Meets Racing History 53:51 – Stevie Nicks, Olivia Newton John & Fleetwood Mac Sessions 57:31 – Missed Opportunities & Concert Mishaps 1:03:50 – Slash Stories & Lifelong Studio Friendships Frisco Rough Riders – baseball, beer, and good vibes https://www.milb.com/frisco use code: LETSRIDE25 at checkout for discount!   CBD House of Healing – Take your healing to the House of Healing https://cbddallas.com/  IG:   / yourdarkcompanion   X: https://x.com/YDC_Dfw TikTok:   / yourdarkcompanion   FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... The Old Grey Wolf:  X: https://x.com/TheOldGreyWolf IG:   / theoldgreywolf16   TikTok:   / mikerhyner579   To reach out email us at: [email protected] Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Lindsey Cam Jillian Wright David Moore Becca Moore Mike Rhyner Your Dark Companion ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★