Grammy Nominated (Chris Brown "Breezy" 2022) ASCAP Award Winner!! World Class Engineer for artists like Lady Gaga, Kanye, Meek Millz and Christina Aguilera All big names aside... I am a hard worker and I take pride in what I do I don't put limits on revisions I believe in finishing songs at the highest level no matter the budget!!!
While assisting Legendary Mastering Engineers Eddy Schreyer & Gene Grimaldi I worked on many projects over the course of 11 years at Oasis Mastering to start my career. Some of the albums I'm proud to say I assisted on include:
>Kayne West Debut album "College Dropout"
>Lady Gaga "The Fame"
>Christina Aguilera "Self Titled" Debut Album
>System of a Down "Toxicity"
>Vanessa Carlton "Be Not Nobody"
>Akon "Trouble" and "Konvicted" plus many more between 1998 and 2010.
Meanwhile I was signed to an Independent Label Under Atlantic Records as a Producer for a few years where I was put in the studio hands on with artists like Usher, Brandy, Tyga, Ammerie, Ashanti, Melissa Ethridge, Chris Brown and J Lo.
I have my own studio in North Hollywood with gated parking that is avail for sessions.
Send me an email through 'Contact' button above and I'll get back to you asap.
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check_circleVerifiedWorking with Riley was a dream come true! He is the first producer I have ever gotten the opportunity to work with and it was even better than I could have ever imagined. Getting to be in the studio with him and see the process of how he helps bring a song to life with the melody, instruments, beats, etc..is an extraordinary thing to experience. He is very talented, outgoing, understanding, patient and to wrap it up incredible! I’m forever grateful and I can’t wait to work with him again!
check_circleVerifiedRiley was totally open to ideas, along with being extremely creative and bringing lots of his own ideas quickly without issues. He made changes I requested promptly and always communicated well. I have really enjoyed working together, and hopefully do more in the future!
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Hiring Riley to produce 2 songs was such a great decision. He is extremely talented, professional and goes the extra mile to get everything perfect. He is also a lot of fun to work with. We definitely look forward to working with him again.
check_circleVerifiedRiley is the chillest and easiest to work with. Super talented and connects/communicates well to bring ideas to life. Delivered a certified banger. Can’t wait to work with him again.
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Riley is my go-to-guy for recording vox. He is so masterful at quickly editing and adding effects. I know I'm always going to get the best vocal version of each song. 5 stars every time!
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I've been coming to Riley for years. He does a great job recording and editing my vocals. I am so happy and feel so lucky that I get to work with him. We have made so many great songs together!
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Its been a journey working with Riley. He's extremely talented and he drives the music projects with a strong vision from the outset. Riley's advice is priceless and I feel like the advice & mentorship he gives on the project is what makes you feel like he is 'in it to win it' with you as opposed to making you feel like he's just making music for the sake of making music. He cares about his production and goes all out to make it sound best it can. Lucky to have met this gem of a guy.
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Riley is a staple for me in my songwriting process. The work we do in his studio elevates my music in a way that can not be understated. He always has some new way to make the sounds even better. I am continually amazed by his talent and his drive to make the best music possible. We have been working together since 2018 and he continues to impress me every time. It just keeps getting better! 5 stars every time!
check_circleVerifiedI am so happy to have had the chance to work with such an incredible musician, creative artist and amazing person like Riley!
I can’t wait to work on more projects with him!
check_circleVerifiedMy absolute favorite person to have help dial in my tracks. Always a pleasure working with Riley. 10/10
check_circleVerified (Client)So grateful to know your talents and get to create with you! You are always on point plus working with you is a breeze. Swift turn around per usual, thank you! A producer/songwriter that cares to make great music is rare!! Stay you Rye! Cheers
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Riley is so easy to work with. Our studio sessions just flow. He's got great ideas and knows exactly what sounds and effects to add to make it pop! We move from one section of the song to the next seamlessly getting the best performances for each part. He's a true genius and an absolute pleasure to work with. 5 stars every time!
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Riley is a genius and I always look forward to studio time with him. We have been using vocal stacks and other effects to get a modern sounding track. I always love the end product and I am so glad that I have the opportunity to work with him before he blows up. SO LUCKY!
5 stars every time! 
check_circleVerifiedI’m blown away every time by Riley’s talent. He genuinely cares and ensures every measure is taken to make a hit song. He’s very positive & helpful too! Love working with him & looking forward to making more music!
check_circleVerifiedRiley is awesome! We started off going one direction, and ended up changing to a completely different sound. Riley was patient and willing to make however many changes it took to get to what I wanted. Will definitely work with him again!
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I am always in awe of Riley. I can't believe how fast he edits. Turn away for a moment and you will miss 5 adjustments he just made to make that one phrase sound better. Sometimes I just watch him work with my mouth open. He is truly so masterful. I also love all the fx he puts on my voice. Working with him is always amazing. 5 stars every time!
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Great to work with Riley. We communicated well and achieved a good result.
check_circleVerifiedRiley is so efficient and skilled, truly amazing work, will definitely work together soon in the future!!!
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Riley keeps amazing me with his knowledge, skillset, and understanding of the latest innovations. I see him about once a month and he is always showing me something new. I love recording with him and our sessions are always so productive. He is a true PRO!
5 stars every time! 
check_circleVerifiedWonderful mentor, and excellent music producer. Highly recommended. He's incredibly efficient and gets the work done with revisions until you feel satisfied. Will definitely be working again with him.
Interview with Riley Urick
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Childish Gambino because of his unique ways of creating new ideas.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Urban, Pop, Latin and World music
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Knowing whats HOT right now!!
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I give songs full use of their Dynamic Range. Clarity and Punch
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Control 24 Desk with all DAWs and UAD Plug Ins, Good sized production room with Isolation booth
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Childish Gambino, Timbaland, Pink Floyd, Chris Brown, J Cole, XXXTENTACION, Bob Marley, Dave Pensado
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Producing, Mixing and Mastering in a very creative way
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: MattyBMusic, Lukas Rieger, Empire (Tv Series), John Legend, Chris Brown,
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Mac Laptop, Mbox, Nueman u87, Ns-10s, Midi Controller
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: Music is and always will be my passion and career since I graduated Los Angeles Recording School in 1998
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Create you own sounds and be unique. Never limit yourself
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I won an ASCAP award for best Original Music in a TV Series with a song that i did with Kelly roland and Ruben Studdard for Real Husbands of Hollywood.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Tempo Stokes
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital because you can create a analogue sound with digital
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I will deliver
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Everything
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Customer: You got some bangers? Me: Yes!!!
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Producers aren't beat makers, Producers finish an entire production all the way to mastering.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: How big is the session? What Genre is your Music? What vibe are you trying to create?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Be Prepared and Give me as much information about the project as possible
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Dynamic, Sonically thought out fusion music
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: There is no typical work process in my book
I was the Producer, Engineer, Mixer in this production
- Bodo "Sing For Ya"
- Chris Brown "Survive The Night"
- Dewain Whittmore "Bring Me To Life"
- Hannah Brooke "Ugly Side"
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I allow a reasonable amount of revisions, The goal is to make it sound great. Turn around time is very quick. Addition costs can be discussed.
- UAD Plugs
- Pro Tools
- Logic
- Ableton
- Nueman u87
- 1176
I provide consulting for free and thats more valuable than any music I can make for you
- Just missed Chris Browns Indigo AlbumAug 12, 2019
Chris brown recorded to two songs I produced but they got cut from Indigo at last minute. I really wanted to be on this project but better luck next go round.
- Jaden SmithJan 05, 2019
Currently in the studio working on Jadens new project. Should be dope
- Studio UpgradeJul 25, 2017
my studio in North Hollywood California Had some major upgrades so hit em up about studio time
- Going to China (nine one one)Jul 15, 2017
going to china to produce #1 rap group Rap group nine one one
- 21 SavageJul 15, 2017
Did a beat for 21 Savage. heavy 808s and Trap
- John LegendJan 24, 2017
John cut on elf the songs from my catalogue that I produced called "Sweat". I'm still waiting to hear it. I know its going to be crazy
- Chris Brown new projectJan 20, 2017
Working on songs with him now. Won't be the first time but I feel really good about these new songs.
- Getting ready to release a new singleJan 17, 2017
Produced and Mixed a new song that I will be putting out in a week
