The echo on the drums in "When the Levee Breaks" isn't from the ambient echo at Headly Grange - they used an echo machine. The myth that it's a natural echo is from a misunderstanding of something Robert Plant said in a documentary; in several interviews, the producer specifically says the echo was made by a machine. Rick Beato has a video about it.
Honestly it's so nice seeing The Band get some recognition. Those guys seem to get forgotten in the mix of 60s/70s music more times than not. Those who know of The band and really know their history understand how talented and influential they were. In my opinion, the brown album is a top 10 record of all time.
I live a couple blocks away from the unassuming triangle shaped building where Soundgarden and Mudhoney recorded, and Nirvana recorded their first demo. Pretty cool to think about as I stand outside waiting for the bus :)
@polyphonic Exile on Main Street was listed as being as being recorded at Sunset Sound, but they only did vocals and overdubs there. It was recorded at a house Keith Richards was renting in the south of france. It's the kind of place this vid is about - an unusual recording location
In the same vein of this is Sublime's second album, "Robbin' the Hood" which has the recording location etched into it's sound. The first album, "40 Oz to Freedom," was recorded by the band sneaking in after hours to the Cal State Long Beach music department and recording it on their own. Despite this, they were still criticized by their fans and critics alike for apparently trying to go mainstream in their sound. In response, they recorded their entire second album in a tweeker pad which gives it a natural minutemen-esque sound. The entire album is also laced together with Brad's dub parts, which make the whole album feel authentic and lighthearted. You would really be interested in this album. The lead singer Brad even talks about his heroin use in "STP" (Secret Tweeker Pad) and predicts his own death in "Pool Shark". One of my favorites of all time and sadly underrrated.
I didn't know the story about Bonham's drum set, but when you started talking about it, it immediately clicked how the drums echoed in When the Levee Breaks! Such a cool tidbit!
Finally the Band gets some love! I dont want to be that guy, but i recommend everybody who is into the other band featured here i dive into their catalogue !
Spellings almost never capture the pronunciation accurately, especially in English. The reason is that it's a borrowed language with hundreds of influences that made it what it is today. That's not to say other languages don't have their quirks, but English has so many more of them. In fact let me list some out right from this very comment: capture, pronunciation (in fact anything ending in -tion), accurately, especially, the, reason, borrowed, language,... none of these words are pronounced like they're spelled.
Loved these. Hope you do a second part someday. Some other examples: the barn from Broken Arrow Ranch where Neil Young recorded Harvest, and St Catherine's Court where Radiohead recorded OK Computer
AC/DC´s Back in Black was recorded at Compass Point Studios on the Bahamas also recording there: Rolling Stones, U2, Robert Palmer, The B-52's, Talking Heads, Dire Straits, Bob Marley, Eric Clapton, The Cure, Adam Ant, James Brown, Duran Duran, David Bowie, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Mick Jagger, Whitesnake, ELO, Serge Gainsbourg, Status Quo, Tom Tom Club, Madness, Spandau Ballet, Third World, Grace Jones, Joe Cocker, Emerson Lake and Palmer, Eurythmics, Julio Iglesias, Power Station, Roxy Music, Thompson Twins, Wings, Ringo Starr, Julian Lennon, Bad Company, Average White Band, Carly Simon, and many others.
Maybe you could do a video on Mike Oldfield, Tubular Bells and maybe even go deeper into his later stuff, which IMO is very underappreciated. Oldfield has always immersed himself in different locations, and the location of recording has always been important to his music. Tubular Bells being recorded at 'The Manor', Hergest Ridge being recorded at... well, hergest ridge in England. Currently he produces his music in his home in the Carribean, and with 'Man on the Rocks', it's not hard to see how that influenced him.
Tori Amos is a good target for this kind of video. She intentionally set out on some of her best early albums to unusual recording locations to “capture the energy.” Old churches and Taos Pueblos, etc. (incorporation of the sound and feel of the place was intentional as well). I believe Past the Mission was also recorded in the Sharon Tate house when Trent Reznor lived there.
Levee has delay applied to it. See Rick Beato's recent video about it, or many on-line sources. While the recording in the entryway and mics around the house do give it a great openness, the signature sound of the drums is delay which is not from the room
_The Basement Tapes_ was released as _Great White Wonder_ in 1969, one of the earliest rock 'n' roll bootleg albums. Even The Beatles heard it, and they covered a couple of the songs during their sessions for _Let It Be._
Just wanted to say that I've really enjoyed your videos. They're really well produced and entertaining. You should get a pass on copyright claims, you're documenting history.
Re suits of armour and castles, my studio here at The Ruin, is far from ideal, but it is fantastic for one reason... NOBODY can hear me scream! Best wishes from an Englishman in French forest. Time to make some noise people! 🏆⚒️🇬🇧
Just on Bonham's drum sound from When The Levee Breaks, it's Headley Grange's room acoustics plus a Binson Echorec providing the delay effect. Iconic sound though.
Dude, this would be a great vid to revisit! it's a great formula and of things most people don't know too much about. Keep it up, your vids are excellent.
I know it's not famous, but still, Primus recording their albums from Tales From the Punchbowl onwards at Rancho Relaxo (Claypool's ranch) was maybe the best thing that could have happened to them, meaning it led them to create their Brown Album.
Houdini Mansion was the place for many recordings like RHCP's BSSM, along with Mesmerize and Hypnotize by SOAD and Vol 3 by Slipknot. I think The Mansion would make for a great episode just for itself!
This. This needs to be done. One of the most underrated yet well-known guitarists imo. For me, as much as I love Freddie, it sickens me how much his legacy overshadows the rest of the band. Considering Queen's best selling single was written by John Deacon, all of their heavier stuff tends to be may writing it, and the showtunes/opera were the writing of Freddie... Freddie is all anyone ever talks about, and that's a damn shame. Need I remind everyone how little his solo album sold? This isn't to say Freddie doesn't deserve the praise he gets... I simply think that the other band members deserve just as much praise for their contributions. Queen + Paul Rodgers shows that Freddie alone did not make Queen, and although it isn't necessarily Queen per se, the magic found in the original lineup could he heard just under the surface. Paul Rodgers not attempting to replace Freddie, instead choosing to throw his own style in to the mix, made it something quite special even if it wasn't the original.
I love your videos, man. You're probably the best music related channel I know. I'd only recommend ditching the generic CZcams music and sticking to having a soundbed comprised of the music that you're talking about. That way the videos would feel fuller. Also, I love that you start playing around with animations. Try using more easing to make them smoother. If you're using After Effects, there's a great plugin called Flow that will get you there in no time. Anyway, keep it up, great work 👌
Can you do a video on why certain bands/artists achieve great fame while others don't when their commercial success has very little correlation with critical acclaim?
Le Studio may not be that unusual, but was unique. Many Rush albums were made there as well as some other huge records. Sadly gone now, and recently burned down
Absolutely loved Thin White Duke. Had to go play it twice w new meaning. Always thought it was his masterpiece since 1976. Now confirmed imho w/o a doubt.
The band Cloakroom recorded parts of one of their albums in a cave, and in old silos, and knowing them probably some other weird places too. Kerry King recorded the solo for Pantera's Goddamn Electric in one take in the bathroom of the old Texas Stadium.
The house where Blood Sugar Sex Magic would be good for the next video. That album was a few months ahead of the indi-rock explosion of the early 90's.
You should do a video about AIR studio in Montserrat. It was a purpose built recording studio built by George Martin (aka the 5th Beatle, according to many) on the Caribbean island of Montserrat. A LOT of legendary music was recorded there. The music video for Every Little Thing She Does is Magic by The Police was filmed there. It was mostly destroyed by hurricane Hugo in 1989, and any hopes of restoring it were destroyed by the Soufrière Hills volcano eruptions in the 90s. It now sits in ruins in an exclusion zone in the southern portion of the island.
Kaylee; saw a video tour of the what remains of the facility, pool and grounds about a year ago and it is rather sad.......I believe Climax Blues Band was the first contracted album session when it opened.
Headly Grange pronounced Hed - ly. "When the Levee Breaks" - drums recorded as explained but also thru an echo machine (Bimson?). See Rick Beato who got it from Glyn Johns (again, ? Surname) who engineered it.
as part of part two ... or maybe more interestingly, a third piece on how many classic rock albums have been birthed in the Caribbean. ( i would guess some of it is hedonism on the part of the bands , and probably tax advantages ) , but there are so, damn, many, classics that have been recorded and/or conceived there , often in the 70's and 80's
The echo on the drums in "When the Levee Breaks" isn't from the ambient echo at Headly Grange - they used an echo machine. The myth that it's a natural echo is from a misunderstanding of something Robert Plant said in a documentary; in several interviews, the producer specifically says the echo was made by a machine. Rick Beato has a video about it.
Thank you for saving me not having to explain that. Yes the acoustics in the stairway were great but as you said echo was used.
I think jimmy page also said something like that too which just helped to spread the myth
Honestly it's so nice seeing The Band get some recognition. Those guys seem to get forgotten in the mix of 60s/70s music more times than not. Those who know of The band and really know their history understand how talented and influential they were. In my opinion, the brown album is a top 10 record of all time.
I live a couple blocks away from the unassuming triangle shaped building where Soundgarden and Mudhoney recorded, and Nirvana recorded their first demo. Pretty cool to think about as I stand outside waiting for the bus :)
Yeah right across from that bar, next to a coffee shop and Shopbop across the street! I live in Madison too!
It's so great hearing someone talking about The Band
THE CRITIC simultaneously massively influential and criminally unknown.
5 great amazing musicians one of my favorite bands of all time
I mean what gives? Every song they ever produced is a masterpiece they need a little bit more attention
DANKO!!!!
@polyphonic Exile on Main Street was listed as being as being recorded at Sunset Sound, but they only did vocals and overdubs there. It was recorded at a house Keith Richards was renting in the south of france. It's the kind of place this vid is about - an unusual recording location
What about RHCP recording BSSM in that haunted mansion? And NIN recording Downward Spiral in the house where Manson Family killed Sharon Tate?
Great video still, love your channel
Exactly my thoughts!
I waited for it :(
Tom Sholtz's basement in Boston?
And Radiohead in that lady’s house
In the same vein of this is Sublime's second album, "Robbin' the Hood" which has the recording location etched into it's sound. The first album, "40 Oz to Freedom," was recorded by the band sneaking in after hours to the Cal State Long Beach music department and recording it on their own. Despite this, they were still criticized by their fans and critics alike for apparently trying to go mainstream in their sound. In response, they recorded their entire second album in a tweeker pad which gives it a natural minutemen-esque sound. The entire album is also laced together with Brad's dub parts, which make the whole album feel authentic and lighthearted. You would really be interested in this album. The lead singer Brad even talks about his heroin use in "STP" (Secret Tweeker Pad) and predicts his own death in "Pool Shark". One of my favorites of all time and sadly underrrated.
I didn't know the story about Bonham's drum set, but when you started talking about it, it immediately clicked how the drums echoed in When the Levee Breaks! Such a cool tidbit!
Sadly it’s not correct, the echo came from a binson echorec unit. This story is one of those music legends that isn’t true.
@@MrJacobrezac Bummer
Finally the Band gets some love! I dont want to be that guy, but i recommend everybody who is into the other band featured here i dive into their catalogue !
So happy to see some content about The Band! Very great, very underrated band and it's always nice seeing them talked about.
which band? oh, The Band
Holy cow, dude. MORE OF THESE!! I'd love to see breakdowns of studios, even the big ones like Hitsville, Soulsville, and Abbey Road.
Me: what a shitty day
*sees polyphonic notification
Me: 😏 that's better
Link Wray’s chicken shack used to record his self titled album is one of my favorite weird locations
You should make a video over the story behind Rush's 2112
"Machine Head" (1972) was recorded in December 1971 in an empty hotel who was under re-decoration in Montreux, Switzerland.
The part describing Bonham's part for When the Levee Breaks...of course LZ would do something like that. Absolute genius.
if the floor had broken while he was drumming it would have matched the theme of the song
Big props for pronouncing Gloucestershire perfectly
'GLOWW-CHESTER-SHIRE' ....'WUR-KEST-UR-SHIRE SAUCE' ...Say it like you spell it! :D
What's lazier, the correct way as it's spelled, or mush-mouthing it? "gluchshur/wurchushur..." And you call ME lazy?
Spellings almost never capture the pronunciation accurately, especially in English. The reason is that it's a borrowed language with hundreds of influences that made it what it is today. That's not to say other languages don't have their quirks, but English has so many more of them. In fact let me list some out right from this very comment: capture, pronunciation (in fact anything ending in -tion), accurately, especially, the, reason, borrowed, language,... none of these words are pronounced like they're spelled.
Dude fuck off you're literally just looking for people to piss off. There's plenty of towns in the US that aren't pronounced how they're spelled @brad
Ael-boo-kuer-cue!!!
If this doesn't have a part 2 imma be pissed
yes please
Agreed. They mentioned Zeppelin but not the house Bron-Y-Aur
We need something on Dave Gilmores House boat
gogolpirate totally agree
I could see an entire series of these "location" vids
And please do one on more of the legendary producers that just Sir George Martin.
Loved these. Hope you do a second part someday. Some other examples: the barn from Broken Arrow Ranch where Neil Young recorded Harvest, and St Catherine's Court
where Radiohead recorded OK Computer
I literally got the chills when John Bonham's drums started.. R.I.P. John still an inspiration all drummers everywhere
I was actually expecting The Downward Spiral by NIN, recorded in the Tate House
Please continue this, it was actually fun to learn about these unusual recording spots.
The Basement Tapes and and Complete Basement Tapes are absolute gold.
AC/DC´s Back in Black was recorded at Compass Point Studios on the Bahamas
also recording there:
Rolling Stones, U2, Robert Palmer, The B-52's, Talking Heads, Dire Straits, Bob Marley, Eric Clapton, The Cure, Adam Ant, James Brown, Duran Duran, David Bowie, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Mick Jagger, Whitesnake, ELO, Serge Gainsbourg, Status Quo, Tom Tom Club, Madness, Spandau Ballet, Third World, Grace Jones, Joe Cocker, Emerson Lake and Palmer, Eurythmics, Julio Iglesias, Power Station, Roxy Music, Thompson Twins, Wings, Ringo Starr, Julian Lennon, Bad Company, Average White Band, Carly Simon, and many others.
Maybe you could do a video on Mike Oldfield, Tubular Bells and maybe even go deeper into his later stuff, which IMO is very underappreciated. Oldfield has always immersed himself in different locations, and the location of recording has always been important to his music. Tubular Bells being recorded at 'The Manor', Hergest Ridge being recorded at... well, hergest ridge in England. Currently he produces his music in his home in the Carribean, and with 'Man on the Rocks', it's not hard to see how that influenced him.
Tori Amos is a good target for this kind of video. She intentionally set out on some of her best early albums to unusual recording locations to “capture the energy.” Old churches and Taos Pueblos, etc. (incorporation of the sound and feel of the place was intentional as well). I believe Past the Mission was also recorded in the Sharon Tate house when Trent Reznor lived there.
It's official! This is my favorite channel now!
Please do a second part of this.
you’re getting credited in my thank you’s on my upcoming album. You’re videos really helped open my mind
When The Levee Breaks drums get me every time
Levee has delay applied to it. See Rick Beato's recent video about it, or many on-line sources. While the recording in the entryway and mics around the house do give it a great openness, the signature sound of the drums is delay which is not from the room
The Black Keys Rubber Factory was recorded in an abandoned tire factory on an old 8 track.
_The Basement Tapes_ was released as _Great White Wonder_ in 1969, one of the earliest rock 'n' roll bootleg albums. Even The Beatles heard it, and they covered a couple of the songs during their sessions for _Let It Be._
I've actually seen big pink in person (i think, the house isnt listed on maps or whatnot but it fits the description) So cool!
Just wanted to say that I've really enjoyed your videos. They're really well produced and entertaining. You should get a pass on copyright claims, you're documenting history.
Of course we all know where Deep Purple recorded "Machine Head".
These videos are honestly my favorite on CZcams, trying to make music related content myself and these are such a massive inspiration!
Would love to see a part 2 of this vid at some point! Great video as always Pol!
Please make a video on THE BAND! I'm sure it would be awesome!
Please do one on the Red Hot Chili Peppers recording BSSM, in Harry Houdini's old mansion in the Hollywood hills, that was supposedly haunted.
Zim Babwe No. The incident with Phil happened at his own house, in New Orleans.
Lisa Heisey they need to do a whole video on that so he could mention that chili peppers, slipknot, and system have al recorded there
If you ever do this topic again, PLEASE do Hansa Tonstudio! Low, "Heroes", Achtung Baby; all incredible albums that came from this place!
Please make this a series.
Bron-Yr-Aur, Snowdonia, Wales.
Nuff said.
Les Paul and Mary Ford were famous for recording in different places! I'm sure you would do a great video on Les Paul's influence on music.
or a vid on guitar companies in general
Awesome stories! I'd love to see this be a running series. Let's see at least 10 episodes!
Ooooo, a new video series? I can't wait to hear more about other recording locations.
Never better Poly. So much great content. Learned about big pink today. You are fast on your way to 1/2 million subs and more.
Please seriously consider a part 2 on this topic. I think I recognized David Gilmour’s Astoria in those pictures at the end.
Doctor Beakman Yep, you were right.
Music from big pink is my favorite album of all time.
Pink Floyd Pompeii?
Means where they wrote and recorded new songs, Pink Floyd performed at Pompeii but they weren't writing new songs there
They just performed there. Didn't make any new music there
Riley Coxon they recorded some songs the version of echoes they did there was awesome
Tyler Spears yeah it's a phenomenal recording but echoes was originally recorded a year before. That was just a live rendition of it
Riley Coxon ye I know I’m just saying the live music they recorded there is good
Was able to get the two months of skill link, never heard about it before but looking to see what I can learn. Thanks!
Part 2 please, you forgot Jackson Browne's tour bus.
Re suits of armour and castles, my studio here at The Ruin, is far from ideal, but it is fantastic for one reason... NOBODY can hear me scream!
Best wishes from an Englishman in French forest.
Time to make some noise people! 🏆⚒️🇬🇧
does the roof of The Ruin leak water on your gear when it rains tho?
I love big pink!!!
this video made me hype. Drums in when the levee breaks are so 🔥🔥🔥
Just on Bonham's drum sound from When The Levee Breaks, it's Headley Grange's room acoustics plus a Binson Echorec providing the delay effect. Iconic sound though.
Dude, this would be a great vid to revisit! it's a great formula and of things most people don't know too much about. Keep it up, your vids are excellent.
I know it's not famous, but still, Primus recording their albums from Tales From the Punchbowl onwards at Rancho Relaxo (Claypool's ranch) was maybe the best thing that could have happened to them, meaning it led them to create their Brown Album.
Sadly didn't mention Chateau D'Hierouville in France where lots of legendary musicians recorded their music.
Houdini Mansion was the place for many recordings like RHCP's BSSM, along with Mesmerize and Hypnotize by SOAD and Vol 3 by Slipknot. I think The Mansion would make for a great episode just for itself!
Pls do a video on brian May's playing style
Alejo M it can only be described as epic
This. This needs to be done. One of the most underrated yet well-known guitarists imo.
For me, as much as I love Freddie, it sickens me how much his legacy overshadows the rest of the band. Considering Queen's best selling single was written by John Deacon, all of their heavier stuff tends to be may writing it, and the showtunes/opera were the writing of Freddie... Freddie is all anyone ever talks about, and that's a damn shame.
Need I remind everyone how little his solo album sold?
This isn't to say Freddie doesn't deserve the praise he gets... I simply think that the other band members deserve just as much praise for their contributions.
Queen + Paul Rodgers shows that Freddie alone did not make Queen, and although it isn't necessarily Queen per se, the magic found in the original lineup could he heard just under the surface. Paul Rodgers not attempting to replace Freddie, instead choosing to throw his own style in to the mix, made it something quite special even if it wasn't the original.
No, Another One Bites The Dust is their best selling single worldwide. Bohemian Rhapsody is their best seller in the UK.
That Guy On The Street yet they are known most for we will rock you lol
You mean Rorry Gallagher's style which May openly admits to having borrowed? ;)
Damn!, you gotta do more of these, I loved these stories! Awesome :)
Instant groove when the drums from Levee kick in. God... Such a great fat and spacious sound :)
Excellent flow to this video the topics bleed into the next nicely.
I love your videos, man. You're probably the best music related channel I know. I'd only recommend ditching the generic CZcams music and sticking to having a soundbed comprised of the music that you're talking about. That way the videos would feel fuller. Also, I love that you start playing around with animations. Try using more easing to make them smoother. If you're using After Effects, there's a great plugin called Flow that will get you there in no time. Anyway, keep it up, great work 👌
Just clicked cause I saw Levon! Love him.
Château d'Hérouville should DEFINITELY be included in a future video on this subject.
Pater Frampton recorded 2 albums at Headley (1974) and Clearwell (1975) w/Chris Kimsey.
Can you do a video on why certain bands/artists achieve great fame while others don't when their commercial success has very little correlation with critical acclaim?
Would love to see more videos like this. Excellent content 😍
I’ve always thought about getting a nice Airbnb and recording an album there.
Just discovered this channel. Love it.
Le Studio may not be that unusual, but was unique. Many Rush albums were made there as well as some other huge records. Sadly gone now, and recently burned down
Another excellent job! Very informative, interesting, and nicely put together.
Absolutely loved Thin White Duke. Had to go play it twice w new meaning. Always thought it was his masterpiece since 1976. Now confirmed imho w/o a doubt.
Knew you had to talk about Black Sabbath as soon as I saw the title, great video!
The band Cloakroom recorded parts of one of their albums in a cave, and in old silos, and knowing them probably some other weird places too. Kerry King recorded the solo for Pantera's Goddamn Electric in one take in the bathroom of the old Texas Stadium.
Bonham’s drums got that echo on “when the levy breaks” from a Binson Echorec, not the natural echo in the stairwell as has been reported for decades.
I don't comment often but PLEASE continue doing what you do. When you upload I feel the Urge to watch asap !!! Cheers
Elvis also recorded in his basement. Legendary session. Also his last.
a video about rush would be awesome!!
Not enough bagels, please add more bagels
The Plain Bagel Tru bro
The bagel content on CZcams is so saturated, if it were a cream cheese, I wouldn't even put it on my bagel.
That would be a good way to diversify his portfolio with a nice mix of low and high risk investments.
Pajodcast Media this guy gets it
Ok, just remember to remove your small hat before you eat them.
awesome video man, keep it up!
Please do a part two with Harry houdini's haunted house where rhcp recorded BSSM and John frusciante multiple times reportedly saw ghosts etc
Please do a video about Joni Mitchell!!
William Talbot I agree. Please do
Stevesk0011 In my opinion she’s the greatest lyricist of all time
Thank you guys for another great video.
You should make a video on King Crimson, or even just Robert Fripp.
The house where Blood Sugar Sex Magic would be good for the next video. That album was a few months ahead of the indi-rock explosion of the early 90's.
You should do a video about AIR studio in Montserrat. It was a purpose built recording studio built by George Martin (aka the 5th Beatle, according to many) on the Caribbean island of Montserrat. A LOT of legendary music was recorded there. The music video for Every Little Thing She Does is Magic by The Police was filmed there.
It was mostly destroyed by hurricane Hugo in 1989, and any hopes of restoring it were destroyed by the Soufrière Hills volcano eruptions in the 90s. It now sits in ruins in an exclusion zone in the southern portion of the island.
Kaylee; saw a video tour of the what remains of the facility, pool and grounds about a year ago and it is rather sad.......I believe Climax Blues Band was the first contracted album session when it opened.
At first I saw the title and didn't want to watch but then I realized Polyphonic made it
Headly Grange pronounced Hed - ly.
"When the Levee Breaks" - drums recorded as explained but also thru an echo machine (Bimson?). See Rick Beato who got it from Glyn Johns (again, ? Surname) who engineered it.
That was nice. More please.
RHCP Haunted Mansion? Lots of history there.
Have I mentioned how much I love your channel?
I think a episode about the Allman Brothers Band would be amazing, you could definetly tell enough with de death of Duane Allman and Berry Oakley.
The echo on Bonhams drums comes from an echo unit used during the recording and very little to do with Headly Grange.
as part of part two ... or maybe more interestingly, a third piece on how many classic rock albums have been birthed in the Caribbean. ( i would guess some of it is hedonism on the part of the bands , and probably tax advantages ) , but there are so, damn, many, classics that have been recorded and/or conceived there , often in the 70's and 80's
Badfinger also recorded in Clearwater Castle
Exile on Main Street was made in a French Mansion then got its overdubs on the studio
Or how Arcade Fire recorded Neon Bible in a church. That's worth a mention!
If I lived in Headley grange When the levee intro would be my doorbell sound 100% lol
Can recorded their 1971 album Tago Mago in a castle in Germany called Schloss Norvenich