Our Team — Hotel Québec Recording Studio

George Ezra

A note from George: “Hotel Québec is a truly special place to me and it fills me with joy to be opening the doors for other musicians and creatives to come and enjoy and explore the space. I look forward to hearing what you create here at Hotel Québec.”

George Ezra is a multi-platinum, BRIT Award-winning singer-songwriter whose distinctive voice and songwriting have made him one of the UK’s most successful contemporary artists. Since the release of his debut album Wanted on Voyage, he has achieved multiple chart-topping records, global sales in the millions, and a run of hit singles including Budapest, Shotgun and Green Green Grass.

George’s work has earned widespread industry recognition, including a BRIT Award for British Male Solo Artist, alongside numerous nominations and international accolades. Known for his warm, melodic sound, George has become a mainstay of modern British music.

Throughout his career, he has recorded in some of the world’s most renowned studios, collaborating with leading producers and musicians to craft records that balance broad appeal with musical authenticity. In 2024 George Ezra worked with Miloco Builds to design Hotel Québec Recording Studio.

Founder / Owner

Liam Thorne

Liam Thorne is an award-winning audio producer, sound engineer and mixer with nearly two decades of experience across music, film and podcasting. Based full time at Hotel Québec Studio as our in-house engineer, he has worked on multi-platinum releases for artists including George Ezra, as well as delivering acclaimed audio for broadcast and branded content. Liam is Head Engineer and Studio Manager at Hotel Québec and brings his expertise to every session and mix that passes through our studio doors.

Liam’s work spans the full production process, from capturing pristine location sound to detailed post-production and mixing, allowing him to bring clarity, depth and character to every project. Career highlights include multiple multi-platinum records, sound design for the award-winning short film Ladykiller, and winning Gold at the ARIAS for the podcast Moment of Truth (BBC/Folding Pocket).

His wider client portfolio includes ASOS, New Balance, Eurostar, Sky Arts and the BBC, alongside podcast productions for Sony and Global. Combining technical precision with creative instinct, Liam approaches every project with a focus on elevating the final listening experience.

Studio Manager / Head Engineer

Head of Marketing

Josie Charlwood

Artist, music industry consultant and marketing specialist, Josie Charlwood oversees all marketing and communications for Hotel Québec Studio.

Josie is a music marketing consultant with over a decade of experience shaping campaigns for artists and creative businesses worldwide. A former Head of Digital at a leading artist management company, she now works independently across a global client base, developing strategic, audience-focused marketing that drives long-term growth.

With a background in music herself, Josie brings both industry insight and creative empathy to her work. Her artist credits include George Ezra, James Bay, Holly Humberstone, Calum Scott, Daydreamers, Benjamin Steer and many more, alongside collaborations with many major and independent music organisations such as Universal Music Group, Island Records, Global Radio, Artist Theory Records, Akira Records and more.