Ricky Mayne on SoundBetter

I'm here to make your music pop.

Hi there! My name is Ricky, I'm a music producer/songwriter with over 8 years of experience. I have interned under a famous producer duo Stargate, collaborated with Eurovision contestants Lake Malawi and ghostwrote a bunch of dance tunes for EDM producers.

I'm also specializing in sync licensing, working with companies who have placed their songs into Marvel, DC, HBO, Valorant, Apex, League of Legends, etc.

Feel free to message me anytime, I'm open to any ideas and collaborations :)

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Credits

38 Reviews - 3 Repeat Clients

Endorse Ricky Mayne

by Austin Leeds
Verified (Client)
Another great track done with Ricky! Thank you!
by paul n.
Verified
Seller did another great job producing one of my pop songs. Did the revisions requested and delivered withing time.
by Goran Dragas
Verified (Client)
The level of understanding and professionalism Ricky has is beyond this world. He is a professional that understands his client perfectly and it was such a pleasure to work with him. Without a shadow of a doubt, I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you, Ricky, it was a pleasure to work with you!
by Melanie G.
Verified
Very responsive and easy to work with
by Elvire
Verified (Client)
I really enjoyed working with Ricky! His patience and communication were incredibly helpful. Additionally, his music is amazing!
by Max Carola
Verified (Client)
Very well-recorded and smart production. This is what I need to enjoy mixing a song. And Ricky made it so. I am looking forward to mixing more songs1
by paul n.
Verified
Seller did another fine job producing one of my pop-songs. Did the revisions requested. Very responsive to my requests.
by paul n.
Verified
Seller did yet another great job producing one of my pop-songs. Did the revisions requested and delivered it all within a week.
by paul n.
Verified
Seller did a great job producing one of my pop-songs, a HUGE step up from my own production. Eager to please, did the revisions quickly and delivered it all within a few days. Will for sure hire again!
by Ashton E.
Verified
Amazing job! I gave him a tight deadline on a holiday week and he knocked it out of the park! Track sounds exactly like what I wanted and would love to work with him again soon!
by Mark @SCORCCIO
Verified
Ricky handles the work with total professionalism yet again! Amazing musical skills and final mix was right on point. 100%, every time!
by Mark S.
Verified
Always a fantastic outcome working with Ricky, he is a music production genius! Great communication, fast work, top quality, a true pleasure!!
by Mark S.
Verified
Ricky's productions continue to be highly professional sounding with the best in musicality applied to them. Ricky always delivers on time and with a friendly warmth in all of his comms - which is a real pleasure. 100% Most Highly Recommended!
by Mark @SCORCCIO
Verified
Ricky continues to amaze me and his work is always pro sounding, with the very best in communication too!
by Mark S.
Verified
Ricky continues to impress and he delivers some well planned and professionally executed productions, always on time! Great work yet again and more tasks to come from here!
by Mark @SCORCCIO
Verified
Another very successful experience working with Ricky, he has great musicality and highly trained ears! More work is coming!
by Mark S.
Verified
Ricky's musical skils and attention to details are always impressive, great working with him and looking forward to the next projects!
by Mark @SCORCCIO
Verified
Ricky was amazing to work with, musically skilled with great comms and timely delivery. Definitely working with him again!
by Pat (Lucas Butler / PROMI5E)
Verified (Client)
Ricky was super easy to work with, a real professional with an exact idea of what he needed.

Can 100% recommend working with him!
by Will W.
Verified
Ricky is the MAN! Great stuff all around.

Interview with Ricky Mayne

Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: D I G I T A L. It's 2024 for God's sake.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Delivery time, radio friendliness, quality. I can assure my client, they will get 100% radio ready song in a matter of days (usually no longer than a week) if everything is done correctly.
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I have worked on a song that ended up going places I did not expect. I was left uncredited, however the experience was amazing
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I have a project with a friend of mine, we do all sorts of music, but I'm also doing side-gigs to keep myself from starvation.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: honestly, no idea
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: 100% satisfaction
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Freedom to create.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: I'm completely self-taught, yet people tend to believe, you can only be a pro if you have a degree.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What do you want the end result to be? Are you looking for a commercial release? Do you have any song in mind to help with the structure?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Please be as specific as possible, as if you're explaining it to a 7 year old. Provide some references and an acapella (if possible)
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Laptop and speakers, more than enough to make a hit.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: Over 5 years at this moment, haven't had my biggest moment yet, but on the way to do great things
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Melancholic, uplifting, moody pop.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Charlie Puth and his incredible voice.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Trust your ears!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Mostly pop or dance. Hip-hop has been taking over lately.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Melodies
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Fresh sounds, unique ideas and twists, catchiness to keep people listening.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Wish I could describe it briefly, but it's always different, depending on the mood the song and overall vibe
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a very basic studio, with a decent set of monitors and a sound card. It isn't 1980's anymore, you don't need all this super expensive analog stuff.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Max Martin, Louis Bell, Frank Dukes, Timbaland, ILYA
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Produce songs, write lyrics/toplines, make good vibes