Remote Vocal Arranger/Singer

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

A: I recently worked on a project for a church where I did the intro song for their livestream. I was responsible for the lyrics and vocals. I am very proud of this work because it has helped this particular program bridge the age gap in their following.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I am currently working on releasing my Gospel EP. I am also working on a few commercials by coming up with songs for Youtubers pages.

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

A: N/A

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: I love Analog for certain projects because it does give a unique sound. However, I have become a lover of digital because there are so many resources that are available to recreate the analog sound but bridge it with the great technology we have now.

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

A: My promise is to deliver Quality work. I believe in Quality over quantity. Sometimes all you need is that one song, or project that seals the deal for you as an artist. As you progress the quantity aspect comes natural. I also promise to professionalism that is beyond your standard. I respect all of my clients and take the time to listen to what they are looking for.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: What I love about my job is that I am able to share my gifts to help others achieve their dreams. I love music, I love singing and anything the entails being musically creative. I love the networking aspect, I am able to connect with so many talents. You never can tell what a person's talent is just by looking at them and that makes networking so exciting.

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

A: 1. How much do you charge? ( I will refer them to the page) 2. Will you negotiate ( Depends on project and terms, the more work you need the better deal that can be made)

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

A: The biggest misconception is that all artist are all over the place and are not stable. That is not true, especially in my case. I am very structured and goal oriented. I make schedules and I am very responsible when it comes to my craft and in life in general. I am always learning and improving in my craft.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: 1. What sound are you looking for? 2. What type of project is this? 3. What do you feel like YOU have perfected already on this record? 4.What would you need ME to assist with to make the record perfect?

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

A: My advice is to always look for quality and ask questions that pertain to your specific needs. Contact providers that specialize in the genre your doing.

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

A: Macbook ( with my DAW), Notepad, Microphone, Audiobox, Pop Filter.

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

A: I have been in this career path for over 10+ years. I have been singing 20+ years. I am also a Vocal Coach and teacher.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: My style is eclectic. I mix hard hitting beats and make them melodic with my vocals to perform catchy melodies and rhymes people will remember.

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

A: I would love to work with Timbaland, Ryan Leslie and Missy Elliot. I love their production styles and how they go about writing. Each of these artist are well versed in many areas whether its a writer, producer, singer. Each of these Artist have more than one strong suit.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: One tip I can give is to make sure that you have your levels preset the right way before recording. This depends on the style and feel of your song. You don't want you mic level to be high if you are recording vocals that will have more of a widespread feel. Checking your mic levels before recording would be one of the most important things you do before you start your session. If this is not right this can mean the difference between vocals that are ready to be mixed or vocals that have to be redone because they are clipping. You always have to leave room in your session for the Mixing.

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

A: I typically work on Contemporary Gospel, R&B, Gospel R&B, Pop, Soul, Hip-Hop , Rap, Chorale

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My strongest skill would be Vocals. This is anything as far as Lead, BGVs, Harmonies and blends. I am a great Vocal Arranger and have many years of experience Mixing and blending vocals.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: When it comes to a song I bring top notch studio quality that sounds radio ready. I also bring innovative vocal harmonies, and background vocals and Lead vocals that are sure to stand out! I always aim for perfection when it comes to my vocals so you are sure to get vocals that are sang with the appropriate feel for whatever song you are looking for.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: My typical work process would be I always go into my studio , pull up a new session file import everything including setting up my session tracks. I listen to the beat to get a feel of the track. I then go and I typically sing whatever comes to mind on a rough track and go back to listen to it. From there I go with the flow, I add words to the melodies and begin stacking to see what flows.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: My Studio is in a secluded room setup that includes top of the line equipment. AKG 214 Vocal Mic and booth. I also run two different DAW's Logic and also PreSonus. I work off a MacBook Pro along with PreSonus Faderport 8 and Yamaha HS5 Monitors. In addition I use the latest Plugins some of my favorite are the Waves Plugins.

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

A: As far as singers would go some of my favorite are Beyonce, Karen Clark Sheard, Brandy, KeKe Wyatt just to name a few. Some of my favorite producers would include, Timbland , Ryan Leslie, De-Capo Music Group just to name a few. I am inspired by the level of talent all of these individuals have.

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

A: The most common work that I typically do would be Vocal Work. Most of my clients Hire me to record and arrange Lead and backing vocals for their songs.