Topliner, Singer, Lyricist

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

A: I've been at this for years. I've collaborated with grammy-nominated engineers, producers, etc., and have been in sessions with some pretty incredible folks. I've pushed myself as an artist and will continue to do that, but ideally, I want to transition into writing for other artists full-time.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Writing, for sure! Lyrics are my strong suit.

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

A: I am inspired by practically anyone and everyone who does music and takes it seriously. It takes a LOT of guts to use a service like this, invest your money and energy and time, and render great results. Music is such a vulnerable and personal form of art (in any of its forms) and the ability to collaborate with people via the internet is amazing.

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

A: I wrote a song for a big R&B presence (fingers crossed!) and it is a powerful, emotional, big record. It's different than what I usually do, and I was proud of myself during all levels of revision on such a high-stake exchange.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I'm working on a bunch of records that vary in genre and in style. I'm always working to perfect my craft.

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

A: The AVC (Carlo and Fahoud) are incredible producers.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both are important and have their respective places both in history, and in the present landscape of music and where it's headed.

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

A: I will give my 100%.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Meeting people, fostering relationships, the sweet spot of knowing like, 'yeah, we nailed this song.' That excitement is a high that I can't find elsewhere in my life.

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

A: Can you do revisions? And, the answer is always yes (usually up to three rounds but I understand quality can sometimes require more)! Let's get this to a point that you like. I want us both to be proud.

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

A: It's more than a hobby!

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: Do you think I'm a good fit? Do you want something deeper and more sultry, something flirty and hot, something sad and somber? If you could have a famous female vocalist on this track, who would it be? *That helps me tailor my style of sining.*

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

A: Communication is key!

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

A: My eyeball! My midi, my weighted Yamaha, my guitar, mic rig/speaker setup. That's probably it!

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Laid back, beer-guzzling tomboy that dresses to the nines on occasions.

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

A: I would love to collaborate with Louis The Child or Mura Masa one day. I've never heard a bad, or even mediocre song, from either team.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: There is NOTHING wrong with simple, stripped-down production. I see a lot of folks 'over produce,' oftentimes to compensate/cover up mistakes. A catchy and compelling topline doesn't need a ton of extra production. If you can pull it off, do it. But never be afraid to keep it simple and straightforward.

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

A: R&B, Pop, EDM/Future Bass, Country

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I think I have a really unique voice and a die-hard work ethic!

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: It varies from client to client. I'm one of the few that work with lyrics before melodies, but sometimes, I can send raw melodic tracks and then circle back to lyrics once we've established how we like the tune/cadence/flow.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I use a Kaotica eyeball (kind of like a 'mobile' sound booth) and a good 'home studio' mic. I mix my vocals lightly, but for the most part, I'll send dry vox without tune. I'll make sure there are no clips, muffles, etc.

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

A: I typically record toplines, write lyrics, and record melodies for clients! I play instruments and dabble in production work, but I primarily consider myself to be a singer and writer.