Brent Kolatalo

Grammy Mixing & Production

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Grammy nominated Mix Engineer/Producer.Worked on 41 Platinum and Gold albums. Unlimited free revisions. 20+ years experience.

I work with unsigned artists wanting to get a major label sound for a fraction of the cost. Every client gets their music mixed through a SSL mix console and a variety of analog outboard gear that I use to mix on grammy winning records.

A great mix engineer shouldn’t just provide you with a technical process. The best mix engineer’s are able to see the vision of the artist and bring sonic depth and clarity to a song that wasn’t there before. And most importantly, the final mix should inspire.

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Credits

AllMusic verified credits for Brent Kolatalo
  • Mr. Rain
  • Genevieve Stokes
  • Genevieve Stokes
  • Eminem
  • Ella Henderson
  • Taylor Swift
  • Rick Ross
  • Rick Ross
  • Rick Ross
  • Rick Ross
  • The Score
  • K. Michelle
  • Belly
  • Lady Gaga
  • Lady Gaga
  • The Score
  • V. Rose
  • Jamie Foxx
  • Kendrick Lamar
  • J. Cole
  • John Legend
  • Jay-Z
  • Pusha T
  • Eminem
  • Eminem
  • Kanye West
  • 2 Chainz
  • 2 Chainz
  • Lana Del Rey
  • Lana Del Rey
  • Bruno Mars
  • Drake
  • Drake
  • Jay-Z
  • Kanye West
  • Jay-Z
  • Kanye West
  • Jay-Z
  • Kanye West
  • Jay-Z
  • Kanye West
  • Kid Cudi
  • Kanye West
  • Kanye West
  • Kanye West
  • Rick Ross
  • Mario
  • San Quinn
  • Balance
  • Cristian Alexanda
  • Miggs
  • Skidmore Fountain
  • E.P.
  • D&A
  • Jeannie Ortega
  • Skidmore Fountain
  • Wade O. Brown
  • Cuban Link
  • Lenny Kravitz
  • Janet Jackson
  • Man on Earth
  • Amadeus
  • Kanye West
  • Jin
  • Pope
  • Pope
  • Loretta
  • Loretta
  • Johnny Socko
  • Des Rocs
  • Des Rocs
  • Des Rocs
  • Before Sunday
  • Kid Pharaoh
  • Small Town Sleeper
  • Small Town Sleeper
  • Notar
  • V. Rose
  • Rain
  • Brian Wrightson
  • Brian Wrightson
  • Kendrick Lamar
  • Brian Wrightson

637 Reviews - 185 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by wmiss y.
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    i have been struggling with my song for months and worked with 3 different engineers and none were able to get it right. The way brent very patiently listened to what i needed and got it right each time i asked was amazing and i literally could not have asked for someone better to mix this song for me. Brent thank you so much!

  2. Review by Mikael Bae
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    Absolutely fantastic to work with. Was working in some tough conditions, but Brent came through with flying colors. A life saver.

  3. Review by Ken C.
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    Absolutely stunning results. WOW! There are mixers, and then there are those mixers who work on a whole other tier. That's Brent. If you're looking to compete with ANY of the big sounding artists streaming or on commercial radio, you'll need someone of Brent's caliber. it's almost impossible to find this level of quality at this price. Trust me!

  4. Review by Fabian L.
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    Brent was attentive to every detail, consistently going above and beyond to reach the level I was aiming for. His experience and skillset are unmatched, and he truly knows how to elevate a project to its fullest potential. A top-tier professional in every sense.

  5. Review by Marcus G.
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    Brent was fantastic at implementing my mix preferences and adding his own elements of creativity. A really solid communicator who was always willing to change things to suit my vision. I look forward to working with him again.

  6. Review by AIR APPARENT
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    Best of the best. Don't hesitate for a moment to work with Brent. He's taken all my tracks from good -> excellent!

  7. Review by Tasha Baxter
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    2nd Track done and dusted with 6 more to go, honestly this entire process is usually something I dread, but with Brent it's a breeze.

  8. Review by Jericho Jyant
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    Brent is the mixer I go to when I want an incredible sounding result. Always a joy to hear what he does with my music.

  9. Review by Reza Habib
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    Brent is a true professional. So good at implementing mix notes and always delivers an amazing final product! Will be back for more mixes!

  10. Review by Denzel The Artist
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    Brent was fantastic ! He brought out the vision for our R&B mix flawlessly. He's not only efficient at his craft, but he is well versed and knowledgeable as an engineer as well. Brent is definitely THE GUY you want touching your track hand down!.

  11. Review by Michael
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    Exceptional mix/master

  12. Review by Karna
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    Honestly great guy - communicates well and gets the job done perfectly. Very satisfied with my song personally !

  13. Review by Josh Andreasik
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    Brent always kills it and is so easy to work with and listens to all the changes I want. Great experience!!

  14. Review by Christopher r.
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    you can definitely tell the quality in the mix, very crisp sounding vocals and track. definitely working with brent again.

  15. Review by Sana
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    Dope as usual

  16. Review by Rolando T.
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    Brent did another masterful mix on my project!

  17. Review by Tyler L.
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    A true professional with an incredible ear. He will go the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied.

  18. Review by Kenneth S.
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    Handles revisions well and communicates well until it sounds how you envisioned!

  19. Review by Kenneth S.
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    Efficient and always makes everything sound great

  20. Review by Jeff M.
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    Brent is a talent that not only meets but exceeds the high praise and numerous accolades he has received. I had worked with a few other mixing engineers on this and we weren’t able to quite achieve our desired vision with them. Brent was able to do so on pretty much the first pass with little to no direction. His ability to seamlessly blend each element of the song created a sophisticated sound that effortlessly captured and conveyed the vibes we wanted. Ten outta Ten would recommend!!!

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  • Kanye West
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Gear Highlights
  • SSL AWS 900+ Mixing Console
  • Thermionic Culture Phoenix Stereo Compressor
  • Manley Vari-MU Stereo
  • Sontec MEP 250
  • and every plug-in known to man
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