Reggae Bassist

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

A: All my productions and mixes for clients have a special place in my heart. There are mixes I'm proud of, there are bass lines I'm proud of and overall projects I've produced that I'm proud of.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Too much to mention...lol

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

A: Robert Dubwise Browne

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Digital, its extremely convenient for mix recall and editing.

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

A: When I'm done working on your song, it will sound better than before I worked on it.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I love music, creating and making it all 'come together'.

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

A: Customers usually want to know the cost and a timeline. My response is usually, "What's your budget" and "it depends on the job or song".

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

A: I think a lot of people think its easy to mix or make tracks. Easy, so it shouldn't take that long. However, creativity takes time and good work takes effort and focus.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: I usually need ask 1. Whats your budget? 2. Whats your timeline? and 3. Is there a reference ?

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

A: You should have a clear idea of what you would want done. This way you will be sure you're getting what you are paying for. Also, be open to suggestions. Good 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 bass guitar, my laptop, MPC Studio and headphones.

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

A: I started out playing in a band at age 9 or 10 years old. then went into audio engineering at 17 years old. Four years later (1997) I started my own record label and produced my first couple songs and I've been producing and mixing my music and for clients from then.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: I'm a Reggae / Dancehall music producer musician.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Go with your gut, music is about feeling and emotions. Close your eyes and 'feel' the music. Try not to be distracted by the visuals on the computer screen or the look of an artist. Pay attention to the sound.

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

A: I usually work on Reggae tracks and all sub genres of Reggae (Dabcehall, Dub, Lovers Rock..etc).

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My strongest skills are Mixing and Song production.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: My creativity as a musician usually helps during the mixing process. Also my experience and culture has given me an edge in terms of making Reggae/Dancehall music more authentic sounding.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: Work process depends on the client's requirements. After we agree on the terms of the arrangement, I usually receive files via email, dropbox or wetransfer.com. When I'm finished working on the track I send an MP3 for review/approval before sending the 'final' files.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I have a simple home studio set up. I run a Mac (High Sierra), ProTools, JBL 308's and Avantone Mix Cubes. I work "in the box" mostly. its less complicated this way, especially when it comes to recalling a mix. I'v been an audio engineer for over 20 years and I'm experienced with analog sound so I know how to reproduce it in the digital space. So working 'in the box' is never an issue.

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

A: I'm inspired by various different individuals. Timbaland, Dr. Dre, Dave Kelly, Sly & Robbie as producers and Glen Browne (Father), Robert Browne (Brother) and Aston 'Family Man' Barrett as musicians.

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

A: I mostly mix songs for clients.