Traditional Producer/Mixer

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I’m co-producing an album with a legendary artist, writing with an amazing new singer, and mixing a really fun mix of projects—everything from delicate folk to full-throttle techno. It’s a great mix, and I’m loving the variety.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: That I’ll treat your music with care, curiosity, and commitment. I’ll be honest, engaged, and fully invested in making the song the best it can be.

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: That I’ll treat your music with care, curiosity, and commitment. I’ll be honest, engaged, and fully invested in making the song the best it can be.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Helping songs find their shape and watching artists feel seen and heard. That moment when everything clicks—that’s why I do it.

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: “Can you make it sound like this?” My answer: Absolutely—let’s dig into what this really means to you, and how we can take it somewhere uniquely yours.

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: That production is just about gear and tech. It’s not—it’s about feeling, storytelling, and helping artists express something real. The emotional translation is the real job.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What’s the story behind this song? What do you want the listener to feel? What references or influences are living in your head for this project? Are you open to being surprised?

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: Find someone who listens—really listens. The right collaborator should help you elevate your vision, not overwrite it. Also, trust your gut. Chemistry matters as much as credentials.

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I started out as a tape op and assistant engineer, learning the ropes in studios before everything went digital. Back then it was tape machines, not laptops—and that hands-on approach really taught me how to listen, make decisions, and trust instinct over options. I gradually moved into engineering, production, and mixing, and I’ve been lucky to work with artists who value creativity over convention. These days, I mostly work with independent artists—people with something personal to say and a strong sense of identity. The tools have changed, but the job is still about connection, storytelling, and serving the song. I love that it’s a craft that never stops evolving.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Hard to pin down! Eclectic is probably the best word. I follow the song’s needs rather than forcing a personal stamp—though I think people come to me for a certain emotional honesty and depth in the sound.

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: Anyone with a strong artistic vision and the focus to see it through. That’s what makes a great collaboration.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Sometimes you don't need to do much!

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: On the production side, I’m usually working with vocal- and song-led material—helping artists shape their vision from the ground up. That could be anything from intimate acoustic sessions to more expansive, layered productions. I love getting involved early and building something that feels honest and emotionally resonant. As a mix engineer, I work across a wide range of genres—from folk and alt-pop to electronic and leftfield projects. Regardless of style, I approach every mix with the same focus: bringing clarity, depth, and movement to the performance, and making sure the vocal sits exactly where it needs to be.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Intuition. I have a good sense of where a song wants to go—whether it’s locking down a groove, crafting a standout chorus, or finding that key hook that makes everything click.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Years of experience and a deep love of the craft. I focus on finding the emotional heart of the song and making sure that comes through in the final result. I love helping artists perform their best and shape the song into something that resonates. I’m meticulous with detail, because the smallest things often carry the most weight.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: If it’s full production, it starts with the artist and the song. I spend time exploring structure, tempo, key, and vibe—getting the emotional and musical DNA right. If I’m mixing something I didn’t record, I focus on presenting the performance in the most compelling way. The vocal always leads the charge. I pay close attention to dynamics and aim to keep the listener engaged throughout, making sure the emotion is fully realised in the final mix.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: A beautiful live room, filled with character, and a selection of vintage outboard for tracking. I mix using a modern hybrid setup—through a Dangerous summing mixer with hardware inserts for compression and tone, then back through a custom Durham Audio converter. It sounds incredible and gives me flexibility and sonic depth.

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: Daniel Lanois, Basic Channel, the mighty Trevor Horn, T Bone Burnett. They all have a unique fingerprint while serving the soul of the music.

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: Full production—from songwriting to mixing. Or just the mix. I love helping a song come to life. I’m equally passionate about recording and mixing; both are about sculpting emotion and energy into something that connects.