Producer / Sonic Storyteller

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

A: Berry Gordy Quincy Jones Jay-Z (S.C.) Sam Cooke Jimmi Iovine Dr. Dre Missy Elliot Pharrel Kanye Daphne Oram Ann Mincieli Manny Marroquin Jaycen Joshua Rick Rubin Swizz Beats Fela Kuti Clive Davis Don Was

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. Analog for headroom, color, width, and depth.... Digital for some texture, speed, and flexibility.

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

A: I'll do my absolute best to help enhance your music and enrich your life in the process.

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

A: See "Description" section

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Cutting edge, textured, laid back, easy-going, simple but complex, peaceful but aggressive in the right moments... Sonically, I reference Manny Marroquin, Jaycen Joshua, Dave Pensado, and Jimmy Douglas as benchmarks for how things should sound.

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

A: Usually the "good" kind [i hope].

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

A: Producer, Creative Consultant & Music Therapist w/ NBA's MVP, Kevin Durant. This project will always be special for many reasons. Music has healing powers and can break down some of life's toughest obstacles & barriers. It'll take you on a journey if you let it. #musicislife

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Production, Co-Writing, and Mixing with a plethora of artist. Composing for TV/Film syncs Sample pack creation. Mastering for a multitude of projects across labels, and independent artists.

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

A: IDK yet, i'm still fairly new here.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Helping and Inspiring others.

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

A: Q1: "Do you know what alllllll those buttons do? A1: "lol yea" Q2: "What exactly do you do? A2: I create music, and help others get their music to the next level. My skill-set is in music production, songwriting, and audio engineering.

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

A: "It looks easy & so fun"... Truth is I work a lot! I work very hard & long hours, and pay an immense amount of attention to detail. Patience, humility, and understanding will go a long way in this business. Please have a bigger heart than ego when reaching out for collaboration.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What is your deadline? What song(s) should I listen to get a better understanding of the vibe you're going for? How did you hear about my work?

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

A: You'll be winning if you have your files neatly organized, accurately labeled, and can provide at least one sonic reference that will help accomplish the sound you're looking to execute. *Clear communication, patience, humility, and understanding will go a long way in this business. Please have a bigger heart than ego when reaching out for collaboration.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Study vibration & frequency... it is everything. Also dig deep into the history of music & broadcast technology... if you know where ideas and techniques originate, it'll help you find new ways to enhance your skill-set and craft.

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

A: Sam Cooke, Jay-Z, Amy Winehouse, Adelle, Frank Ocean, John Mayer, Rihanna, 21 Savage, Phoenix, Beyonce, Daniel Ceasar, Kanyé, Aubrey Graham..... I dig their vibes / sounds / stories.

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

A: Solar panel electricity generator, Laptop, Guitar, SM57, Apogee Duet

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: I'm known as a finisher... I regularly get calls to help finalize overall song composition, arrangement, and audio mixing / mastering for multiple formats / genres.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Whatever's missing.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: Depends on the song... I always start by listening.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: DAW(s) Pro Tools HD [mixing], Logic Pro X & FL Studio for production. SSL Dualtiy Console Analog outboard by Neve, Dangerous, API, Manley, Millenia, Crane Song, Shadow Hills Mics: Sony C800, Nuemann U87, Nuemann M149, C414, Telefunken

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

A: Music Production including, but not limited to programming, songwriting, recording, mixing, mastering, vocal production.