ESJAY JONES

PRODUCER. SONGWRITER.

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I’m Esjay - South African born Grammy Featured producer & songwriter who has worked with the world's biggest rock & pop acts. I recently co-wrote&produced a song with BILLY CORGAN as well as producing an album for GREY DAZE, the project CHESTER BENNINGTON was working on just before he passed. I am now available on Soundbetter to be your producer!

Why hire me as your collaborator?

Some producers/songwriters will boast that they’ve worked with major artists, but in fact their actual role was not as they claim. There is no other producer who can do what I do and I invite you to check my credits below.

I began my career as a number 1 selling rock artist in South Africa - I understand what you want and need because I am you! I have worked hundreds of thousands of hours to get into the rooms and learn from the biggest producers, songwriters & artist in the world - Not to sound like a diva, but I didn’t get here by luck or chance! If you are looking for producer from the real world music business, look no further. My mentors are the best in the game, and I’m superior at what I do.

I eat, sleep and breathe music. I'll go to the ends of the earth to find the magic and make the perfect song for you. I also work alongside the very best vocal guy in the business and I will take your vocals to the highest level. My goal is to set you up for success!

I only charge a one-time upfront fee for production services on Soundbetter - no backend royalties, no contracts with you signing away the profits of your song. The fee I will quote you buys out the master recording completely, no further payments - you are free and clear to do with it as you wish.

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Credits

AllMusic verified credits for Esjay Jones
  • Grey Daze
  • Grey Daze
  • Escape the Fate
  • Timeflies
  • Timeflies
  • Mystery Skulls
  • Sean Kingston
  • Sean Kingston
  • Timeflies
  • Grey Daze
  • Grey Daze
  • DJ Fumi Yeah!
  • Locnville
  • Locnville
  • Locnville
  • Timeflies
  • Lorialla
  • Lorialla
  • Lorialla
  • Lorialla
  • Mystery Skulls
  • Chester Bennington
  • Grey Daze
  • Chester Bennington
  • Grey Daze
  • Manufactured Superstars
  • Manufactured Superstars
  • Locnville
  • Locnville
  • Locnville
  • Esjay Jones

Languages

  • Afrikaans
  • English

52 Reviews - 5 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Jody R.
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    I’m running out of adequate words at this point to describe how awesome Esjay is!! We have hit a stride with our collaboration that is truly rare and there is literally no one I trust more when it comes to our songwriting!!!! She’s a joy, a force, and a total badass who I love like family now. Spending time in person took things to a whole new level!!! I adore her and highly recommend!! Always professional and humble but has a lot she could brag about!! Haha

  2. Review by Jody R.
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    Where to begin! FINALLY had my first in-person session with Esjay after more than a year of collaborating together! We had so much fun creating on the fly and recording vocals and she really pushed me in all the right ways to dig even deeper emotionally! ALL I can say is Esjay IS A RARE GEM and we took things to a WHOLE NEW LEVEL! What a phenomenal time working on this song together! It's TRULY SPECIAL! Just like she is!!! Love her to pieces like family!!!

  3. Review by Jody R.
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    I’m running out of words to even describe how unbelievable it is collaborating with Esjay!!! Her musical talent & instincts are so spot-on that as we continue working together, we just keep leveling up!! Truly, I’m surprised each time we make a new song together with how freaking awesome it turns out!! I love the whole process of writing with her & she really knows how to capture the vision for the song with production! She makes me better! 1000% grateful that I get to cook up magic with her!❤️

  4. Review by Alexandra A.
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    I have repeatedly told me ... 'I can't believe I found Esjay."
    Esjay Jones personifes everything that is positive about music, the misic industry, artistry, talent and ability. Everything!
    I came to her with words on paper and a premise in my head and she turned it into an anthem.
    Just wait until you hear "Here!" It is coming before Nov '24.
    That I am only given 5 stars to give her is wrong.
    Esjay Jones is a 10 star artist/producer/visionary!

  5. Review by Jody Lynn
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    It's getting harder to put words together that convey the depth of admiration I have for Esjay at this point!! It's beyond adoration too because I feel like I have found a musical kindred spirit and soul sister on top of it all! Esjay is intuitive, thoughtful, strategic but such an ENORMOUS talent of a musician, producer and writer! I'm so lucky and grateful to be able to create with her! I feel like we're on a roll and just getting started!! The ideas are flowing and she's so encouraging!!!!

  6. Review by Jody R.
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    What more I can say about how SPECTACULAR Esjay is to work with, as a human and creative partner! I love how our ideas just naturally flow out when we collaborate and our end product is always exponentially better when we put our head together!!! She listens, she knows how to pick up what you’re putting down and help you run with it farther than you thought possible! She’s truly a rare gift and I am so lucky to make music with her!!! Feel like so much greatness is brewing and can’t wait!!! ♥️

  7. Review by Jody R.
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    Just wrapped up song #11 with Esjay and working on #12! I’m so very lucky to work with her and create such memorable songs! She always helps me take things to the next level and she is 1000% willing to entertain my bizarre ideas crossing all sorts of genres and help me bring them to life in an epic way! I’m so happy to call her family now- my songwriting partna and talented, always enthusiastic friend! xxx

  8. Review by Jody R.
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    Esjay is truly one of a kind!!! She's a rockstar in so many ways and a fabulous creative partner! She's so easy to collaborate with and always finds a way to take projects to the next level! I'm so honored to work with her making music and anyone who is lucky enough to do so, will surely feel the same way!! Nothing but love for her!

  9. Review by Jody Lynn
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    Once again, Esjay and I created a PHENOMENALLY epic song together!! Can’t believe it’s #10 already! Esjay is truly a beautifully creative, artistic and imaginative soul who is so generous with sharing her talent, time and ideas! I’m BEYOND proud to call her my songwriting partner and she is honestly one of my favorite people. She’s such a hard worker and her passion shines through on everything she touches! I’m so lucky to team up with her to explore so many musical nooks and crannies!! 🤘♥️

  10. Review by Jody R.
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    Esjay is my GURLLL! Seriously, she’s such an awesome collaborator and songwriting partner! She’s one of a kind and I’m IMMENSELY PROUD of our 8th song together! She is mega talented, humble, creative and you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone better who cares more about the final product!!! So grateful to team up with her! She’s a badass of a producer and I’m so happy and lucky to call her my friend and musical kindred spirit! xxx

  11. Review by sasha w.
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    Esjay is amazing!! Really understands my concepts and brings it to life with amazing lyrics!! Can’t wait for the next project! She’s also efficient

  12. Review by Dax R.
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    Why would you look any further when you have the opportunity to work with Esjay Jones? You shouldn’t… I have had the pleasure of working on my latest release and Esjay delivers high level work and the ear of a producer to make your songs sound powerful. If you never take advice, take this one and hire Esjay, you will not regret it!!!!!

  13. Review by Amit Erez
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    Esjay was amazing! Super informative, professional, and fun to work for. It was a real pleasure!

  14. Review by Jody R.
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    Esjay is truly one of a kind! We make a dream songwriting team for sure! She always strives to honor the intent & vision for our song and being able to write with her is a dream come true. The fact that she's a singer is such an asset when settling on the perfect singable melodies! Her creativity, passion & work ethic always shine through. Esjay is such a gem as a friend & creative partner - she's so willing to let me explore pushing my musical boundaries as an artist! Love her as family! xxx

  15. Review by Ashton Kyle Elvis
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    Wish I could leave 10 stars because 5 doesn't feel like enough!! Esjay is crazy talented and I love how much she loves music! She put 110% into making our song sound INCREDIBLE and her passion blows me away. It takes a special person to be able to bring someone else's vision to life, and she literally read my mind and then took everything to a whole new level and pushed me out of my comfort zone to new creative territory!! Our song BAD THINGS rocks!!!!

  16. Review by Nick
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    Esjay is an amazing vocalist. Probably the best rock singer we've hired in many years.

  17. Review by Jody R.
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    As always, Esjay was AMAZING to work with on our latest track together! She always has great instincts on how to take a song to the next level and her musicianship is always brilliant! I’m so grateful and fortunate to be able to create a little bit of magic with her! She’s always so positive, encouraging and professional too! Her passion for music and honoring the intent behind a song always shines through!!!

  18. Review by Jody R.
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    Just finished another banger with Esjay! And as always, she's a force to be reckoned with - loaded with all sorts of talent and great ideas!! Writing songs with her is so much fun and we always write a better song together!!! She works her arse off to make the production amazing and I'm so blessed to be on this musical journey with her!! She's a ROCKSTAR and really takes the time to capture the essence of a song's intent and honor that! LOVE HER! We have so many songs in the works now! ;) xxx

  19. Review by Midnight S.
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    If you read this review to decide who to work with, PICK ESJAY! She is legit, fresh, and absolutely blows the competition out of the water. Esjay's fun energy moves things forward. The end result WILL BLOW YOUR MIND and the minds of your fans. We leveled-up from working with her. ESJAY is a force in various genres! TOP TALENT!!!

  20. Review by Essi F.
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    If you are looking for the best, Esjay is your next choice! Not only am I beyond thankful to have Esjay's amazing talent, guidance, and heart on this project, but I'm thankful to call her friend now, as well. Writing and recording my first single with Esjay has been one of the greatest experiences of my life and I'm sorry I waited so long to do it. Pick Esjay for your future project and you won't be disappointed. She is the professional you are looking for!

Interview with ESJAY JONES

  1. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  2. A: Developing and producing a 70s rock artist called “miss velvet” - a voice a songs that haven’t been heard in 50 years!

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

  4. A: I started off in a number 1 selling band in South Africa and have been full time in music for almost 25 years.

  5. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  6. A: I am working on a couple of new singles with Alien Ant Farm and am very proud of where the project is going as these guys were one of my favorite bands growing up!

  7. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  8. A: Trey Vittetoe all day!

  9. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  10. A: both - depends on the situation and budget

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

  12. A: we WILL blow peoples minds!

  13. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  14. A: The journey from conception to mix and master

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

  16. A: How long is the process from songwriting to fully producing out a radio ready single? - about 3 to 4 weeks depending on creativity and budget.

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

  18. A: The amount of time put into each production far exceeds the financial value

  19. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  20. A: What exactly is your goal for this production / song?

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

  22. A: Find someone who understand you as a person and artist and is wants to bring out the best in you

  23. Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

  24. A: - My guitar - Slate Digital Mic & Plug Ins -

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: Edgy

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

  28. A: Deftones - because they are everything :)

  29. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  30. A: Collaboration is key!

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

  32. A: Pop, rock and metal

  33. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  34. A: production and melody

  35. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  36. A: Melody, Lyrics and polish.

  37. Q: What's your typical work process?

  38. A: Getting to know the artist - keeping the integrity while creating a polished product that can stand alongside current top 40 radio hits.

  39. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  40. A: I hire several different studios in LA and Joshua Tree depending on the client and budget.

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

  42. A: Trey Vittetoe is one of my favorite creatives to work with.

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

  44. A: Developing an artist and their sound. Songwriting and production.

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Terms Of Service

3 revisions, 3 to 4 weeks typical turn around for full production start to finish Vocal tracking/editing, 1-2 day turn around Will discuss additional costs for any add-on services or 3+ revisions.

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