Analog Mixing & Mastering

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

A: Im proud of being able to look for the next artist developing into a major cultural icon. I built a production facility, independent major radio support, and a world class mix & mastering facility to support sound.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Various major and developing R&B artist. Executive producing major radio singles for albums.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Analog to create the moment and solid digital converters to take a clean picture of the analog magic.

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

A: To finish to the best of my abilities as if it was my own art.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Freedom to support other peoples dreams

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

A: I can add more instruments to make more magic.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: Where do you want this song to take you to?

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

A: Make sure you have a clear objective of what success with your project looks like.

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

A: Fender Strat, My Neve Console, Solar panels, my computer, My Tannoys

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

A: I worked at various independent label supporting until I was able to secure my 1st #1 song on billboard and develop a system to independently support artist outside of the labels. 15 years

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: My style is a blend of classic production techniques and gear with modern perspective.

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

A: Talented and culturally potent artist, so I can support amazing musical moments.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Always leave space for the magic in the mix.

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

A: I have had multiple Billboard chart toping and successful song in rhythmic R&B and pop mainstream music.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My strongest skill is my classical music training and ear for mainstream pop success. I can take existing song files and refine and produce around them to make timeless records that can stand up commercially and are culturally potent.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I typically finish songs based on the application culturally of the song and the promotional vehicles that will be used to turn that composition into a record.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: We have multiple rooms designed for various purposes. The A room is suited for major Radio mixes and motion picture soundscaping. The B room is a writing oasis that has every inch treated. The C room has infinite possibilities and is typically utilized as the ultimate drum oasis.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: Fully equipped analog recording studios in the hills off Mulholland drive. A 3,000 square foot production facility perched above the Santa Monica Mountain Nature conservancy takes into account the vast view of the Burbank Mountains. The SKY RESORT offers a tranquil creative space that boast modern technology and processing along with an array of analog gear to capture any sound that may take over your imagination. We pride our selves on the blend between technology and inspiration of the organic wildlife that lies right beyond our studio doors.

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

A: I'm inspired by legends like Quincy Jones, and Rick Rubin to push sound to new levels in popular cultural.

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

A: I'm typically a hitmaker for hire. Label executives reach out to me to make sure a solid song is created that can be converted in the mainstream marketplace.