Singer, Songwriter, Producer

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

A: I've just completed my debut full-length album. It was produced in collaboration with Kevin Basko (Foxygen) and recorded, mixed, and mastered over one month in the winter of 2021. It's a collection of songs that I'm very proud of and that I had a strong vision for how to produce and form an album with. That said, it was a beautiful learning experience working with great collaborators and focusing solely on the process for one month straight, something that I had never actually done with past records.

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

A: My all-time favorite musicians/artists are: Prince, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Bjork, Radiohead, James Blake, Frank Ocean, and many more... Music production influences: Quincy Jones, Rick Rubin, Nigel Godrich, Paul Epworth, Mark Ronson, Jon Brion, Greg Calbi, Shawn Everett, Blake Mills, Ry Cooder, and many more..

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

A: I typically produce tracks for artists from top to bottom but am open & interested in all types of projects. I've also composed music for film, commercials, apps, and more. I am often hired for work as a vocalist, usually singing other composers vocal parts, as well as voice over narration. I live in France so I also have been hired as an English native lyricist many times.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: My debut album and a few singles for other artists!

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Depends on the project but I like to focus on what the current times have provided us technologically.

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

A: Acoustic piano, guitar, drum kit (I'm really asking a lot here), saxophone (I'll learn), and computer?

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

A: I began writing and performing in bands as a teenager and inevitably found myself pursuing a career as a solo artist and music producer. I've now been an independent artist and freelance musician for about 15 years.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Alternative pop, indie-r&b. I'm always aiming for somewhere between Radiohead and D'angelo. Or George Harrison and Stevie Wonder!

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

A: James Blake. I think he is one of the most versatile and impressive modern artists across the board.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Spend more time on refining your writing/arranging. Then spend more time on tracking the best takes. Leave as little as possible for editing/mixing/etc.

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

A: Indie, pop, hip hop, r&b

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My strongest skill is my songwriting and vocal.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I am first and foremost a singer/songwriter. I now produce and play various instruments (guitar, piano, bass, drums) to serve my own music and that naturally grew into working with other artists. I believe that I bring a unique ear and stylistic versatility to a song that 1. Will bring the song to the finish line (I find finishing projects to be such a common struggle for artists) and 2. Guide the artist to perform and produce the best possible work they have within them.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: It depends on the project but when I work with other artists, I typically like to spend time with their demos, absorb the music and creative intent, and then spend a full day throwing down my initial musical ideas to put together a first draft of the production.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I run a humble set up in a private studio in Paris, France. I use Logic Pro X, UAD Apollo Twin Interface, Yamaha and HM-5 monitors. Some notable gear: Fender Jaguar, Martin Acoustic, Fender Jazz Bass, Prophet '08 synth, Akai MPK mini, Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones, Audio-Technica AT2020 mic.