In this memoir excerpt, music producer Kenny Denton recounts his formative years at the legendary PYE studios, highlighting the influence of his mentor, Dave Hunt. He describes the rigorous technical training required to master analogue tape editing, a skill involving the precise cutting and splicing of magnetic reels. Denton reflects on the high-pressure environment of the control room, where even simple tasks were complicated by the presence of high-profile clients. A pivotal moment in his career occurred when he worked with a young Tim Rice on the iconic musical Jesus Christ Superstar. Despite a nervous and bloody first attempt at editing for the lyricist, the experience ultimately solidified Denton's professional confidence and led to a lifelong mutual respect between the two men. This narrative captures the technical precision and personal r ...