I have won a Grammy Award (mixer - Kylie Minogue) and worked with some of the biggest names in pop and dance music, delivering 100s of productions, mixes and remixes to the world's best-known record labels. I'd love to work with your vision and ideas, bringing my experience to your music, songs and recordings.
I'll build on your production, demo, vocals or even start from scratch and your song will burst into life with a tight production and punchy mix. Click on "Contact" to tell me about your project and we can get started!
Highlights include official remixes for Katy Perry (x6), Lady Gaga, Charli XCX, Moby (x4), Emeli Sandé, Ellie Goulding, Nicole Scherzinger, Britney Spears and the Far East Movement.
Soft Cell's album "Happiness not included...", which I produced with the band, charted at no.7 in the UK album charts in May 2022.
As Manhattan Clique, I am well-known for my electro-based work with pioneering acts OMD, Erasure, Human League, Kim Wilde and The B-52's. We also co-wrote and produced Erasure frontman Andy Bell’s debut Electric Blue album. I love playing live, touring extensively playing keyboards with Soft Cell.
I am fortunate to work with some major International artists; a song with Swedish House Mafia and remixing for Mylène Farmer, the most successful French female artist of all time. Mylène's duet with Moby, "Slipping Away" (which we produced) spent several weeks at no.1 in the French singles chart. I also produced songs for German girlband Queensberry, including their highest-charting single "Hello" (peaked at no.4).
Oh...heard of "Jenny - Ruin Our Friendship" by Studio Killers? 500 million+ streams and certified US Gold. Still going strong...
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Such a pleasure to have Philip producing my music. Every track he has worked on has been perfected. Im always extremely happy with the end result. Highly recommended him to all.
check_circleVerifiedI had the pleasure of working again with the exceptional producer Philip. This was our second collaboration, and just like the first time, Philip completely met my expectations. Despite the few details I could provide, he understood exactly what I envisioned and executed it perfectly. It’s always a joy to work with someone who can so intuitively realize the desires of their clients. I'm looking forward to our future projects!
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So happy working with Philip on these remixes. A true pro and pushes the envelope further and further on each one!!
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So pleased I asked Philip to remix this song. Came out better than I could possibly have hoped for, thank you Philip!!
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Philip is a professional who took my project to the next level, a top ten hit!
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I am the parent of a teen artist and navigating the music industry is difficult. It was important to engage an experienced professional person to remix a track for my daughter Sienna-Rose Jerak.From the start Philip was professional.The communication was honest, helpful, and Philip understood our vision and was able to bring the track to life. We asked for his advice, and input, and he added his creativity and insight as he understands what is radio worthy in pop currently.
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Philip did an incredible job on first song! Working together was seamless, and he truly understood my vision for the final product. The song turned out even better than I had imagined. I'm looking forward to collaborating with Philip on my upcoming tracks!
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Quality production's everytime from Philip.
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Another awesome remix from the the master!
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Philips knowledge and experience shines on every track
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Philip is the consummate pro — he knew exactly what I was looking for and completely delivered. He is a total pleasure to work with.
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This was my project No. 4 with Philip. He enriched it with his ideas to new heights beyond my expectations. I also strongly recommend to use his skills to mix and master the song. It's now ready to be released - phenomenal time to market for all the impatient people out there - like me. Looking forward to the next project.
Working with Philip was amazing! I love how attentive he is to the details upfront to make sure the project's vision is achieved. THX!
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Philip made a real No. 1 Hit! He is my go to and the reason why I started and continue to use sound better. Creative and articulate in the studio and in his Ideas every sound was exactly what I wished for with feeling and conviction. What else can I say but he is professional and delivers a professional product. I will forever be grateful. A fantastic job by Philip. Nailed the brief, brought so much life into the song, and added color and variation to suit and elevate above and beyond in all.
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Interview with Philip Larsen
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My laptop (with Logic), Genelecs, weighted USB keyboard, Juno-60 and a solar power generator.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Just get the best possible recording of whatever it is being played/sung and the rest falls into place much easier.
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I co-produced and co-wrote a song "True Colours" which was featured on a major UK TV campaign promoting diversity and equality in all its forms. It was an honour to be part of something so forward thinking.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both. Analog for synths and as of recently, digital for quality of plug-ins, reverbs and ease of recall of mixes.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I will get it right for you.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Making music in all its forms, satisfied customers and hearing tracks I have worked on, on the radio.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Having heard the original piece of music, I ask them what they are listening to at the moment and depending on response, would suggest some ideas for their mix/remix/production. That way, we start off in the right place.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Daft Punk. My inspiration musically & professionally.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: A musical approach to mixing and remixing. Plus having been fortunate to work on so many mixes, a quick turnaround!
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I try to be as faithful to the original as possible, whilst keeping an eye on what will work commercially.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: A collection of gear started by my father in the 70s, being brought right up to date with my laptop and various mixing desks along the way. I wouldn't go without my Genelec speakers, on which I have mixed everything in the last 15 years and trust implicitly.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I grew up as a fan of Jeff Lynne and Jean-Michel Jarre was my neighbour. After that, 80s electronic music in all its forms became my inspiration (Kraftwerk, Human League, Vince Clarke) before the 90s kicked in and I threw myself into creating music for the clubs, in many forms. Time spent in Berlin with DJ producers such as Sven Vath and Paul van Dyk gave me the kick to really go for it myself.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Typically, my role falls between mixing and remixing. Usually clients come to me with well-formed ideas, that need a little push over the line. I have a lot of analogue gear and like to try and incorporate a sound or two from my studio in each mix. Only if it improves the original of course!
I was the Producer & Mixer (through SoundBetter) in this production
- DJ Opulent feat. Myah Marie - Better Than Fine
- Katy Perry - Never Really Over (Wow & Flutter Remix)
- SoundBetter Client Production Reel
- Charli XCX - Doing It feat. Rita Ora (Manhattan Clique Remix)
- ProducerAverage price - $2000 per song
- RemixingAverage price - $1500 per song
- Mixing EngineerAverage price - $500 per song
- Track minus top-lineContact for pricing
- Full instrumental productionContact for pricing
- Sound DesignContact for pricing
- Keyboards - SynthContact for pricing
Please feel free to contact me to discuss your project and mixing needs. Turnaround is usually within a week, allowing for revisions, which are always free. Together we'll get it right!
- Katy Perry
- Marshmello
- Erasure
- Genelec 1032s
- Mackie D8B (I won my Grammy with this and has been my workhorse from Kylie to Katy)
- Logic Pro X
- RME Fireface
- Moog Voyager
- Theramin
- Juno-60
- Korg Trident
- Korg M1
- Roland 101
- Roland 202
- Access Virus
- Novation Supernova
- Nord Lead
- New Soft Cell album announced!Jul 29, 2021
https://www.nme.com/news/music/soft-cell-announce-first-new-album-in-20-years-happiness-not-included-3005301
- Katy Perry - "Never Really Over" RemixJul 14, 2019
Excited to have wrapped up a remix for Katy/Capitol of her current single "Never Really Over". Hitting the airwaves and dancefloors very soon.
- IMA Nomination for Dion ToddApr 19, 2019
Very excited that Remedy for Insanity by Dion Todd has been nominated for an Independent Music Award. The award ceremony is in New York in June. Dion was (and is) the first artist I worked with through SoundBetter and this song started life as a production I did for him through SoundBetter. Fingers crossed.
- Trap Remix - Need NobodyOct 03, 2017
Just finished remix of great song/project, put together by Saleh on SoundBetter. Will put it in Audio Samples on this page once he starts promoting the record.
- First ever remix of an artist based in IndiaNov 08, 2016
SoundBetter has landed me my first ever remix job for an artist based in India. A real treat to be working with musical elements quite different stylistically to those I've worked with before. It's going to sound very fresh!
- Second SoundBetter CommissionJun 30, 2016
Cracking on with a second production for Dion through SoundBetter. We're getting some heavy bass on the go and a soaring topline...
- First SoundBetter Production!Jun 10, 2016
I'm very pleased (and excited) to have been commissioned for my first production/remix through SoundBetter. An inspiring record which is proving to be great fun to work on...
