Martin Hollis on SoundBetter

Martin has worked on multiple diamond and platinum selling records for the likes Adele, Ed Sheeran, Mumford & Sons, The Rolling Stones, U2, Mark Ronson, Rudimental, Tom Walker to name a few. He's loves working on Pop, Hip/hop and EDM, making your music sound pro.

You will receive a professional sounding song with incredible vocals and track.

Capable of building tracks from bare bones or finishing up existing productions, whether you're a solo artists or group.

Mixing and mastering available even if song is recorded and produced by someone else.

Martin Specialises in Pop, EDM, Hip/Hop. He plays drums, guitar and keys but his biggest strength is his programming capabilities. Building tracks from scratch or polishing existing productions.

Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.

Credits

AllMusic verified credits for Martin Hollis

Bryan Ferry
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Calum Scott
Amanda Holden
Mark Ronson
Felix Jaehn
Calum Scott
Tom Walker
James Morrison
Mark Knopfler
Mark Knopfler
Leading Ladies
Evelyn Glennie
Mark Knopfler
Eric Clapton
Adele
Bill Wyman
Ash
Mark Knopfler
Ian McLagan
Ian McLagan & the Bump Band
Steven Price
Aaron Neville
Badly Drawn Boy
Matt Cardle
Maria Mena
Groove Armada
Groove Armada
Jimmy Buffett
Mark Knopfler
Mark Knopfler
Mark Knopfler
Groove Armada
Sting
London Cast Recording
Ronan Keating
Ghost-Note
Jules Buckley
Heritage Orchestra
Colm Wilkinson
Simon Bowman
John Owen-Jones
Alfie Boe
Yonaka
Groove Armada
Amanda Holden
Groove Armada
Ghost-Note
Jules Buckley
Heritage Orchestra
Amanda Holden
Groove Armada
Leading Ladies
Ghost-Note
Jules Buckley
Heritage Orchestra
BBC Children in Need
Ghost-Note
Jules Buckley
Heritage Orchestra
Laura Rossi
Amanda Holden
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Ghost-Note
Jules Buckley
Heritage Orchestra

55 Reviews - 11 Repeat Clients

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by Wes Bowers
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Martin definitely listens, and does some edits to your taste. Very good stuff!
by Ethan Loke
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Good working with Martin again.
by Ethan Loke
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Martin's ability to master a track to give its final polish is amazing. He is a very competent mastering engineer.
by Rusty M.
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Martin did a great job with the help I needed on my almost completed song. I asked for him to assist with making what I did less monotonous and making the chorus stand out more.He went above and beyond by making it more up to date with a little pop sound. He was very timely in his correspondence with me and turned each revision back around in a day or two. Very pleased with his work and professionalism. Hire him, you won't be disappointed.
by Jacob C.
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Very talented producer and mixer! Worked very efficiently and was very timely!
by Michael K.
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Martin is very talented and I was looking for someone with his approach to my music. As I've asked him, he's put some of his experience into my production and finished it with a beautiful mix. Any changes I suggested he's made without hesitation to make me happy. Very positive experience :)
by Samuel B.
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Excellent service: After listening to other songs Martin mixed, it became irrefutably clear to me that he was the right person to mix my song. I'm elated I followed that lead because he delivered excellently--a fantastic mix that all who have listened to the song so far have kept on repeat.
by Serene L.
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Martin has been so patient with me on this project because I was unable to pay and record as punctually as I normally would. But I am a repeat collaborator for a reason—his work is outstanding and the quality he delivers is one any artist at any level can count on. Make that connection with him and see where it takes you!
by Michael Barbera
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Martin Hollis completely transformed my song into something extraordinary. I've written many songs, but the song Martin worked on was important to me and I wouldn't choose anyone else. His musical ear is quite gifted - he knows what will work, and you can absolutely trust him to make your music bigger than what you could imagine. He will be my go-to producer from now on. Amazing producer!
by AJ
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Great work! Martin understands your needs and works accordingly.
by Liuba
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I am very happy to have had an opportunity to collaborate with Martin. He is super professional, he produced exactly the song that I imagined for myself, the lyrics are so touching and speaking my mind and soul. He made a lot of revisions accordant to my notes, very patient and encouraging. Always in touch and listening. Grateful for the song and grateful to have met such a great producer.
by Dave G.
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Great experience working with Martin. Very committed.
by Kaitlyn P.
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He keeps working on the song until you like it.
by Dave G.
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I am enjoying every song we work on. Really happy with the result as always.
by Sadie N.
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Love working with Martin, he has really elevated my sound!
by Serene
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Martin really allows your vocals and melody to shine, above everything else in his production approach. He's tasteful in the instrument choice, really has a clear direction sonically, and is willing to be flexible in altering any modifications you may want to change for the mix. He's a professional, he knows what he's doing and I love that!
Thank you, Martin! I'm so pleased with the entire process--what a joy!
by Sadie N.
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I really enjoyed working with Martin!
by Dave G.
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Nice work as always
by Kaitlyn P.
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I loved working with him. He was super encouraging and really wants to make sure that song song is being created in your image.
by Dave G.
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Magnificent work as always

Interview with Martin Hollis

Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I get to make music for a living. What's not to like.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Whether I can help them release their music. The answer currently is no, but may change one day.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Pro Tools HD, DW Fearn VT2, Neumann TLM 103, BSS DPR 402, Soundtoys 5, Komplete 11
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: 100% satisfaction. I want them to love the finished article.
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I've worked so many projects that i'm proud of. Working as either the producer/mixer/enginer.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Working with several emerging artists in Pop, EDM and Urban music. As well as working on a new production music album.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Absolutely, if I thought it would be the right fit for a client.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both. Mixing the two the possibilities are endless.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That pilling more stuff on will fix the problem. Some of the best songs in history are so simple, yet brilliant. Work from the ground up and you'll end with something to be proud of.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I'm always interested to hear what inspired them to create the song. I also love to know what their influences are and what they're currently listening to.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Be passionate about what you do. I find an artist passion so inspiring it drives me to do my very best.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My laptop, UAD, mic, monitors, compressor.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started out as the tea boy at Olympic Studios. I studied at university for a time. Then moved to British Grove Studios where I worked my way up to in house engineer. Working along the way with some of the biggest artists on the planet.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style is always varied and tailored to the artist i'm working with.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: One's not an artists but either Max Martin or Michael Jackson. Their both genius' and have made so much incredible music.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: There is no wrong. Don't be afraid to try anything. Even if it's not been done before.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Predominantly Pop, EDM, Urban music. But I listen and am a fan of everything. If you went through my recently played list on Spotify you would fined all sorts on there.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My love for music. My experience. And my ability to strongly programme in several genres and styles.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring over a 10 years of experience. Working on all kinds of records in various roles and am able to transfer that knowledge and experience.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I start by listening to the song, breaking down whats working and whats not. I will then listen to any reference material/direction, taking in the vibe and work out how to imprint it onto the song we're working on. I say we as I will always do my best to bring the artists vision to life.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Producing songs from scratch or adding that final 10% to make a song sound truly finished.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Max Martin, Michael Jackson, Prince, Oasis, Frank Dukes, Louis Bell, Mike Spencer, this list could go on a while.