Groove. Attack. Reliability.

From intimate studio sessions to electric live stage performances, AJ Leighton consistently delivers a unique blend of vintage warmth and modern precision. Specializing in hard rock, Americana, blues, singer-songwriter and just about anything in between.

Based out of his studio at West Oakland’s iconic Soundwave Studios,
AJ also offers rehearsal facilities for bands and songwriters. To book a gig or some practice time please click the button below.

Let’s Jam!!

Ready to go. In the studio and on stage.

  • Session Work: Studio 2200, Sausalito, CA

    Session lineup: Dave Lopez (Flipsyde), Phil Bennett (Starship), Reto Peter (Grammy Winner). Have a listen.

  • Live Performance

    W/ Midnight Flyer @ Lesher Center. Walnut Creek. CA.

  • Event Marketing

    West Alameda Business Association’s “West is Best” concert series.

Recording Highlights

Bandage
Pine and Battery
Turn Away
Pine and Battery
Nightingale Road
Chris James and the Showdowns
Wasted Friends
AJ Leighton w/Jeff Campbell

Video

“Wasted Friends”

Written by AJ Leighton and Jeff Campbell

Jeff Campbell - Vocals
Rick Munoz - Drums
Tom Draper - Lead guitar
AJ Leighton - Bass and rhythm guitar

“Four Stooges in Alameda”

Video by AJLC

Full Albums