Singer/Songwriter, Guitarist

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

A: Universal Audio Apollo X4, Boss RC-30 Loop Station, Nord Electro 6D, Fender Telecaster, Shure SM58 mic.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Keep an open mind when creating. Don't married to one rhyme or word, make sure the best lyric and melody trumps all.

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

A: Pop, Contemporary R&B and Alternative R&B, alternative rock.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: Ableton Live 10. AKG C-214 Condenser Microphone, Universal Audio Apollo X4 Interface. Mackie and Alto speakers. Tech21 Fly Rig, Fender Telecaster, Fender Mustang Amp, Taylor acoustic guitar, and Nord Electro 6D keyboard.

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

A: I released a live EP that includes 4 songs recorded live with a trio in the studio. I wrote, composed, and performed all 4 songs and you can check them out at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzrVGW6yP9onYEYMgLRQPiK81pq8OsQhw

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: My YouTube channel "Moodboard Music" and my debut independent album due out in September

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

A: Daramola. Karen Inder. Ray Castro.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Digital.

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

A: Many people think that singers who have been on "The Voice" or some other TV show means they are a professional singer or actually know anything about the music business and it's most times the opposite.

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

A: I've been writing and recording music since I was 12 years old. I am a full-time professional musician performing in the South Florida music scene.

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

A: Pharrell or the Neptunes. Because he and Chad Hugo make danceable hits that live on for decades.

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

A: John Mayer, Miguel, Ty Dolla $ign, Jagged Edge, Justin Timberlake, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Pink Sweat$, The Dream, Pharrell.

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

A: I have written and recorded vocal hooks for Hip-Hop artists Cheno Lyfe and One Trigga. I've recorded and written with BEAM, Daramola, PXTN, Danny Coast from CoastCity, Ledoux and the Broken, Asaiah Ziv, and other Hip-Hop producers from South Florida. I've also recorded guitars for a few other singer/songwriters.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Eclectic Soul.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Vocal performance and songwriting. Creating electric Guitar and piano loops/samples.

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

A: I guarantee you will be satisfied or your money back.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I love what I do because I get paid to do what I'm gifted at.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What is your budget? (I'm willing to be flexible) Publishing situation? (If I'm writing lyrics)

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

A: Don't judge a book by its cover. Many vocalists can fake their way into singing good or sound good after heavy production. The best vocalists don't need autotune and a lot of work done on their vocals. Maybe have a provider send you a voice memo with raw vocals before hiring them?

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I try to bring passionate and soulful melodies, harmonies, and an open mind for where it should go.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: Create guitar riff or chord progression, find melodies that work, then I begin writing with multiple references in front of me.