Thomas Harvey on SoundBetter

Award winning British pop producer/writer / Collaborating with companies and labels including AWAL, Universal, Mahogany, Sony / Music featured across International TV/Film (Netflix, HBO, BBC)

I specialise in shaping songs into stories with eloquent lyricism and vocal melodies, left-of-centre composition, expressive and tight productions and an understanding of space, tension and layers.

Whether you have a demo, fully recorded song or just an incredible imagination, I can help you transform it into a finished song ready to be released onto any digital platform.

My songwriting and co-productions have evoked interest from publishers and labels internationally with the likes of AWAL, BMI, Hospital Records, Mahogany, Sony, Universal and many more as well as writing for film/TV including Love Island, Dated and Related, I Kissed A Boy, Neighbours and many more. Check out my SoundCloud playlist below which has lots of samples of my work.

MY SERVICES

-FULL TRACK PRODUCTION tailored made around your artistic vision.
-TRACK COMPOSITION to create your own tailored sound and arrangement.
-TOPLINING & creating a catchy melody above your production.
-INSTRUMENTATION on guitar, piano, synth and more.

My five star verified reviews are from completed SoundBetter projects. I always deliver and personalise the experience to your needs. I'd love to hear about your project.

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Credits

Languages

English
French

6 Reviews - 1 Repeat Client

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by Conor F.
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I had a great session with Thomas - he took the time to listen to my releases, demos and inspiration beforehand and really understood my sound and goals. That meant that the session was super smooth and we ended up with a pretty high quality demo within 3hrs! Highly recommended!
by Avery
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Tom is a pleasure to work with and has a very natural talent for piecing together sounds that work harmoniously, yet still have an innovative and interesting tone to it. He has helped me finished a rough demo track, from production to mixing and mastering the song. Tom was able to listen to the direction I wanted to go with the track and execute it to how I envisioned it to be, and was patient with any amends I suggested. Highly recommend!
by Edward T.
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Loved my experience working with Thomas!
by Wan
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He was awesome & wrote great lyrics 10/10! Understands pockets in the song. Highly professional. Highly recommended.
by Aaron Hanlon
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Good to work with. Super easy and supportive. Highly recommend.
by A McLean
Vaughan is an exceptional songwriter, lyricist and musician who tells honest stories through his songs and helps other artists bring their stories to life. He's also the fastest songwriter I've ever encountered, having an amazing ability to write great songs on the spot.

Interview with Thomas Harvey

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Nicolas Jaar. I'm such a huge fan of the way he creates abstract cinematic electronic worlds.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: I'm known as the melody and lyric man however my skill set is wide-range depending on job.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I currently am working on a number of projects with artist including my own artist project Vaughan through which I have a global sync contract with BMG.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: I think analog can create a sound that is not affected by error or calculation. It's about finding the perfection in imperfections. Digital allows you to be very distinct and have a quick flow in your setup.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: To fulfil their own needs for their project. To create something that inspires them.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I get to do what I love everyday. I'm forever counting my blessings.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Who are your references and what are your expectations?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Click on that contact button and let's get chatting.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Acoustic Guitar, Portable Keyboard, Teenage Engineering OP-1, Generator, Rechargeable Batteries
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My own musical style is a sad-happy pop.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: The small details are the most important.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Singer/songwriter, pop, indie-pop, electronic.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring an open mind to designate ideas as needed.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Dependent on the job my work process for creating usually begins with getting to know the client I'm working with and setting aims and a goal.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I work out of a DAW using either Ableton Live 10 or Logic PRO.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I am inspired by a plethora of musicians and professionals including Patti Smith, Ryan Tedder, Kate Bush, Jack Antonoff, Nick Murphy, RY X, Frank Ocean.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: The work I do is very diverse as I work on a number of different projects for different people however my most common is working as a topliner/songwriter as well as session vocals.