R&B/Soul Music Producer

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

A: I started out as a musician and songwriter before developing my skills in recording, production and mixing. Alongside my own artist project, fika, I've worked with a wide range of artists and helped build Bamboo Recordings, an independent record label. My work has accumulated over 200 million streams, and I've been fortunate to experience the industry from both the artist and producer sides, which gives me a valuable perspective when working with clients.

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

A: One project I'm particularly proud of is "Coffee & Clouds", which I worked on with Fabich and Bambie Thug as part of my duo fika. I was involved in the production, songwriting and vocal/instrumental performances on the project, which we went on to sign with Tru Thoughts, one of my all-time favourite record labels. It's been amazing to see both artists go on to achieve such incredible things. Fabich has established himself as an internationally recognised DJ, producer and tastemaker, while Bambie Thug has gone on to achieve huge international success. It's one of those projects that reminds me why I love making music. Getting to collaborate with exciting artists early in their journeys, creating something we're all proud of and seeing where their careers take them is incredibly rewarding.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I'm currently balancing production and songwriting projects for independent artists with releases through my own label, Bamboo Recordings. My artist project, fika, has also recently released a full-length album. Alongside that, I'm producing music across R&B, soul, pop and alternative genres, working with artists at different stages of their careers.

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

A: John Mayer, without a doubt. He's the reason I started making music, and his influence has shaped so much of how I approach songwriting, guitar playing and production. His career is incredibly expansive, spanning so many styles while always maintaining his own musical identity. I think there would be an unbelievable amount to learn from working with him, both creatively and personally. Although they do say never meet your heroes!

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

A: I don't have a specific SoundBetter collaborator to recommend at the moment, but I'm always open to connecting with talented musicians, engineers and vocalists. I believe the best records often come from bringing the right people together, and I'm happy to recommend trusted collaborators when a project calls for something outside my speciality.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. I love the warmth, character and imperfections of analogue equipment, particularly when recording vocals and instruments. But digital production offers incredible flexibility and creative possibilities. I don't think one is inherently better than the other. I use whichever approach serves the song, often combining analogue recording techniques with modern digital processing.

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

A: I'll treat your music with the same care, creativity and attention to detail that I give my own releases. I'll listen to your vision, communicate clearly and be transparent about what's achievable. My aim is always to deliver something we're both genuinely proud of, not simply tick a box and complete an order.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: That moment when a rough idea suddenly becomes a real record. I love taking something that might only exist as a voice memo or a simple demo and helping an artist hear its full potential. Every project is different, and collaborating with people who are genuinely excited about their music never gets old.

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: The most common question is whether I can recreate the sound of a particular artist or reference track. My answer is that I can absolutely work towards that sound and capture the musical qualities that make it special, but I always encourage creating something with its own identity. The best results usually come from combining a clear reference with some creative freedom.

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

A: That production is mainly about making things sound expensive. Great production starts long before the mixing stage. The arrangement, performance, sound choices and emotional direction are often far more important than the plugins being used. A beautifully mixed song with the wrong arrangement still won't connect the way it should.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: I usually start by asking what they're hoping to achieve with the song, which artists or records inspire them, and what they feel is currently missing. I'll also ask whether they have a demo, stems or existing recordings, and how much creative freedom they're comfortable giving me. Understanding the intended release, budget and timeline helps me recommend the right approach.

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

A: Find someone who understands your vision, not just someone who can make a technically impressive recording. Listen to their previous work and make sure their musical instincts align with yours. The more clearly you can communicate what you love about your references, the better. A good producer should bring their own creativity while making sure the finished record still sounds like you.

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

A: My MacBook Pro with Logic Pro, Universal Audio Apollo interface, Neumann TLM 103 microphone, Sequential Take 5 synthesiser and my Stratocaster. Between those five, I could write, record and produce pretty much anything. Although I'd probably regret not bringing a bass!

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Warm, soulful, musical and contemporary. I love combining organic live instrumentation with modern production techniques, creating records that feel polished without sounding overly processed. Groove, texture and emotion are central to everything I make. I want my productions to have character and feel alive.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Don't confuse adding more with making something better. Some of the best productions have surprisingly few elements, but every sound has a purpose. Before adding another instrument, ask yourself what the song is actually missing. Often the biggest improvement comes from simplifying the arrangement and giving the vocal, groove and emotion more space.

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

A: My roots are in R&B, neo-soul, soul, funk and alternative pop, but I work across a wide range of genres. I particularly love music with strong melodies, interesting harmony, expressive vocals and a great groove. Whether it's an intimate, stripped-back soul record or a more contemporary electronic production, I'm drawn to music with personality and feeling.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Understanding what a song needs. I think my biggest strength is combining musicianship with production, being able to hear the potential in a rough idea and develop it into a finished record without losing the emotion that made it special in the first place. I'm equally comfortable working with live instruments, electronic elements, arrangements and vocal production.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Musicality, attention to detail and an understanding of what makes a record connect emotionally. As a songwriter, artist and multi-instrumentalist, I approach production from the perspective of the song itself. Sometimes that means adding a beautiful bass line, reharmonising a section or completely rethinking the arrangement. Other times it's knowing what to leave out.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I start by understanding the artist's vision, influences and what they want the song to communicate. From there, I'll develop the arrangement and production, building around the strongest elements of the song. I usually combine live instrumentation with programming and sound design, sharing progress and incorporating feedback along the way. My goal is always to create something that feels authentic to the artist, rather than imposing a generic production style.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I work from my own professional studio, built around Logic Pro, Universal Audio Apollo converters and a carefully selected collection of analogue and digital equipment. My recording chain includes Warm Audio preamps and compression, Neumann microphones, a Sequential Take 5 synthesiser, Korg SV-1, guitars, basses and a Neural DSP Cortex. I combine live instrumentation and analogue character with the flexibility of modern production.

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

A: D'Angelo, Daniel Caesar, Frank Ocean, John Mayer and Michael Jackson have all had a huge influence on me. I'm particularly inspired by producers and musicians like Questlove, Pino Palladino and Raphael Saadiq, who understand the importance of feel, groove and leaving space in a record. I love productions that sound beautifully crafted but still human.

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

A: I specialise in full song production, taking ideas, demos or rough recordings and turning them into polished, release-ready tracks. That often involves arranging, recording live instruments, programming drums, sound design and mixing. I also work with artists who have an existing production but want to elevate it with more musicality, character and a professional finish.