Our music has been synced w/ TOYOTA, NIKE, MTV, as well as TOP TEN chart placements in radio & print! We've been nominated for artist of the month in Chicago press media, in addition to music heard throughout extensive global retail locations, spanning over 425 + brands, 110,000 locations, 125 countries, reaching 100 MILLION people every day.
We are a multi-faceted production group, with many features in popular media outlets such as Buzz LA, LessThan3, Hype Machine, Northern Transmissions, Enter The Venture, Jammerzine, HighClouds, WhyCauseICan, Rbeatz, GroundSounds, Noiseprn, and more.
We specialize in custom music production, with 35 years of experience in music production, arrangement, performance, and remix work. We've collaborated with major label GRAMMY nominated artists and will work to make your project sound exactly how you want! Our goal is to create your vision in the most complete delivery of production, without limitation.
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23 Reviews
Endorse Danny X (Dirty Sole)
check_circleVerified (Client)It was awesome working with Danny!! A 5-star experience from start to finish :) I hope this was the first of many more projects together!
check_circleVerified (Client)Love working with Danny and his team! Always super professional and always great production and tracks. I look forward to working with Danny on a regular basis and look forward to the next session!
check_circleVerified (Client)This was my first time working with Danny and honestly couldn't ask for a better person to collaborate with. Gave me awesome tracks to work with off the get, but also was willing to make a few changes to result in a better final product. Hope we can work together again soon!
check_circleVerified (Client)Danny was great to work with!! He came with some amazing records that had a superb feel and tonality!! Looking forward to the next project!!
check_circleVerified (Client)Danny is an awesome producer and I really love working on his tracks! I feel like we are getting some great results and I can't wit to do more!
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It was an absolute pleasure working with Danny. Great song and super pro production. Can't wait to hear the final product and hope to work more with Danny in the future!
check_circleVerified (Client)This project was lots of fun to work on! Easy to work with thanks for the call!
check_circleVerified (Client)It's always a treat working together!! Can't believe the level of songs and vibe we've built over the last year!
check_circleVerified (Client)Danny X had a great product and vision for it and it was fun and a pleasure for me to help get it where he saw it. Everyone should work with him because it's not often you come across the professionalism that he showcased.
check_circleVerified (Client)All I can say is wow, wow, wow! DIRTY SOLE is an awesome production company with dynamic concepts and ideas. Every time we collaborate, the music is not only on point but the direction and professionalism are exceptional. Definitely one of my faves to work with. 😊
check_circleVerified (Client)Always a pleasure working together! Dan's production, sensibilities with sounds, production, feel and chords are second to none, then an added bonus he's one of the kindest and easiest folks I've have the pleasure of collaborating with. Highly recommend for whatever your project needs!
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ANOTHER ONE!! THE BEST!!! Absolutely love creating together and stoked to see these songs out into the world!
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Fun track! Easy to work with thanks for coming hope to see you again soon!
check_circleVerified (Client)It was one of the best experiences I have ever had working with Dirty Sole! Extremely talented producer with great communication throughout the project, we came up with a hit!
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One after another!! Love working with these guys and the songs that our coming out of our collaborating!
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And another one!! My favorite guys to work with on soundbetter!!
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And another dope one down! Love working with these guys :)
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Losing track of how many dope songs I've done with these guys! Love the energy and production of every record we do!
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Such a pleasure working with these guys, they’ve become one of my favorite collaborators on site and really dig the music we’re making together 🙌🏻
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Dirty Sole is hands down one of the best collaborators I've had on Soundbetter. Love their production , sounds and the whole process from creative to business and planning is great. This was our second one, and already got a 3rd on deck! Heres to an awesome 2020!
Interview with Danny X (Dirty Sole)
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: New singles in addition to a concept album
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Yes. Will provide upon request.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Please provide reference work for what you are looking for.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Prince
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Dance music, Pop, and Hip-Hop
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Attention to detail! We pride our work on making sure every nuance is built to perfection.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Our post-production process features world class mix engineers at Studio City Sound, Los Angeles, where all pre-masters are cut in Studio A on a Neve 8068 MK II using ATC SCM45A monitors.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: We have two studios in Chicago running Ableton Live. Both locations feature a vast amount outboard gear, including a Nord Lead 2, Roland Juno Di, Moog Little Phatty, Korg Triton, Roland TB303, Roland Juno 106, Roland TR808, Roland TR909, electric guitars, bass guitars, acoustic guitars, and more.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Pharrell, Timbaland, Oak Felder, X Ambassadors, Lizzo, Daft Punk, Dua Lipa, Kanye West, Flume, Justin Timberlake, Run The Jewels, Scott Storch
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Our most common services include original production work for artists, sync agencies, production networks, film companies, and more. We also offer remix work.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Our goal is to bring your vision to life :)
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: 1. Deadline? 2. Plans for release - commercial/demo? 3. Is this work for hire or profit sharing?
I was the Producer/Performer/Arranger in this production
- ProducerAverage price - $500 per song
- Beat MakerAverage price - $150 per song
- RemixingAverage price - $500 per song
- EditingAverage price - $100 per track
- Electric GuitarAverage price - $150 per song
- Sound DesignContact for pricing
We provide up to two revisions of original work & have a typical turn around time of one to two weeks, depending on the project. Expedited service available upon request for an additional fee.
- Ableton Live 11.0
- SSL 2+
- Steinway Studio Grand Piano
- Fab Filter Pro Q3
- Sound Toys
- Nord Lead 2
- Korg MS-20
- Moog Little Phatty
- Roland Juno 106
- Korg Triton
- Roland TB303
- Roland TR808
- Roland TR909
- Gibson Les Paul
- and endless soft synths
Package deals encompassing a multitude of services will be given and discounts provided for repeat clientele
