Sonny Lallerstedt

Sonny began playing guitar at age five. At age ten, he took lessons from Jimmy Atkins (Chet Atkins nephew) for approximately 1 1/2 years and played in rock bands though high school. On August 3rd, 1971 , he committed his life to Jesus and started playing in contemporary Christian bands (Dove from 1972 – 1973, Pat Terry Group 1974 – 1980) in a touring capacity until May of 1980.

"During the Pat Terry Group, I started Twelve Oaks Recording Studio (1978 – 1993) as a co– owner, and as an engineer / producer / guitarist. During that time, the studio produced over 200 custom and label projects. On August 1st of 1993, I left Twelve Oaks and started to lead a contemporary worship at Orange Hill Church . During that time I also started playing more studio dates of different sorts. As of September 13th, 1998 , I started at North Metro Church in Marietta , GA as their worship leader while the Lord continues to open up more opportunities in the studio and live situations."

Sonny has been involved in a number of projects, including both traditional and worship music. Among his credits are:

Traditional Projects:

Toni Braxton – Snowflakes Christmas CD – Daryl Simmons – producer.

Elton John – Daryl Simmons – producer, for the theme song of the movie “The Muse” starring Sharon Stone and Allan Arkin.

Remake of “I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues” from the One Night Only cd. Daryl Simmons – producer

The Temptations – Daryl Simmons – producer.

Usher – Daryl Simmons – producer.

Monica – Daryl Simmons – producer.

Diana Ross – Daryl Simmons – producer.

Tevin Campbell – Daryl Simmons – producer.

Dru Hill – Daryl Simmons – producer.

Boyz II Men – Boyz II Men & Durell Bottoms – producers.

Vanessa Williams – Dennis Ross producer.

Christian projects:

Dove – Billy Ray Hearn –producer.

Pat Terry Group – Billy Ray Hearn, Al Perkins, & the PTG – producers.

Don Francisco – Al Perkins - producer.

Babbie Mason – Cheryl Rogers – producer.

Gaither Vocal Band – Cheryl Rogers – producer.

Steve Greene – Phil Naish – producer.

Michael Card – Phil Naish – producer.

John Michael Talbot – Phil Naish – producer.

Phillips Craig & Dean – Phil Naish – producer.

Point Of Grace– Phil Naish – producer.

Wes King– Phil Naish – producer.

News Boys – Mike Gleason – producer.

Various Passion worship projects.

Mylon Lefevre & Broken Heart – “Crank It Up” CD.