Tone Center Records is an
independent record label owned by music industry veteran
Mike Varney, dedicated to recording high level
jazz, jazz/rock, and fusion guitar. It is a member of The Shrapnel Label Group, along with
Shrapnel Records and
Blues Bureau International. The roster is made up of some the most well known and respected names in the instrumental jazz/rock/fusion world, including
Steve Smith,
Bill Connors,
Bunny Brunel,
Steve Khan,
Michael Landau,
Joe Zawinul and
Greg Howe. Tone Center is known for attracting top jazz talent to its projects. Sidemen and contributors on Tone Center albums include
Jack DeJohnette,
Randy Brecker,
Vinnie Colaiuta,
Robben Ford,
Dennis Chambers,
John Patitucci,
Tom Coster and
Larry Coryell.