Music Producer, Composer

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

A: Rather than choosing one project, I'm most proud of the relationships I've built over the years. I've had the privilege of working with Grammy-nominated artists, internationally recognized Reggae acts and countless independent musicians. What makes me proud isn't the name attached to the record - it's knowing that I helped artists realize the sound they heard in their heads. Whether my role is producer, composer, recording engineer, mix engineer or mastering engineer, my focus never changes: serve the song, respect the artist's vision and create a record that stands the test of time.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I'm currently mixing and mastering independent releases across Roots Reggae, Dub, Dancehall, Hip Hop and Soul while also producing new original riddims and instrumental projects. Alongside client work, I'm constantly developing new productions and collaborating with emerging artists from around the world. I'm always interested in discovering great songs and helping artists bring their vision to life.

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

A: SoundBetter is full of talented professionals, and I have a lot of respect for the community here. Every project has different needs, so rather than recommending one specific person, I encourage artists to listen to portfolios, communicate with providers and choose the one who truly understands their vision.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. I started in the analog era, so I appreciate the workflow, discipline and musicality it teaches. Today's digital tools are incredibly powerful and efficient. I use a hybrid approach because I don't believe in choosing sides - the best tool is the one that serves the song.

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

A: I treat every project with the same respect, whether it's your first single or your tenth album. You'll always get honest feedback, clear communication, attention to detail and a mix that serves the song - not my ego. My goal isn't just another satisfied client. It's earning your trust so you come back for the next record.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: The moment an artist hears their song come alive. There's nothing better than watching someone reconnect with a record they've heard hundreds of times because the mix finally reveals what they imagined all along. Great music deserves to be heard at its full potential.

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

A: The most common question is: "Can you make my song sound professional?" My answer is always the same: Yes - but only if we respect the song. A professional mix isn't about making everything louder or brighter. It's about enhancing the emotion, preserving the artist's identity and making the record translate everywhere.

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

A: That mixing is about fixing problems with plugins. Most great mixes are built long before the first compressor is inserted. Arrangement, musicianship, sound selection, microphone choice and performance matter far more than most people realize. The mix simply reveals what is already there.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: Before talking about budgets or deadlines, I ask about the song. What are you trying to make people feel? Who are your musical references? What do you already love about the track? Is there anything that bothers you? Knowing the artist's vision helps me make better decisions than any preset ever could.

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

A: Don't hire someone because they own the latest plugins or have the loudest marketing. Talk to them. Ask how they approach a song - not just how they process audio. The right engineer should understand your vision, communicate clearly and make your music better, not different.

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

A: A reliable laptop with Studio One. A great pair of headphones. A quality audio interface. A versatile microphone. A MIDI keyboard. Honestly though, I'd miss musicians more than gear. Great records come from great performances - not expensive equipment.

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

A: I've been producing, recording and mixing music for more than 35 years. Before dedicating my life to record production, I studied Classical Music, Jazz and Middle Eastern Music - three traditions that taught me harmony, rhythm, orchestration and musical expression from very different perspectives. That education still shapes every decision I make in the studio today. My career began in the analog era and naturally evolved into today's hybrid workflow. Over the years I've worked with international Reggae artists, independent musicians and countless productions across Roots Reggae, Dub, Dancehall, Hip Hop, R&B and Soul. No matter the genre, my philosophy has never changed: serve the song first.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Musical first. Technical second. Warm, punchy and dynamic with a strong focus on groove, clarity and emotion. I don't mix to impress other engineers - I mix to make listeners feel something and to make artists proud of their records.

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

A: I've worked with Grammy nominees, legendary Reggae artists and countless independent musicians over the years. The funny thing is, the name on the cover has never been what motivated me. I'm interested in honesty, emotion and songs that deserve to be heard.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Stop reaching for another plugin. If your mix isn't working, the problem is often the arrangement, instrument choice, microphone, performance or balance - not the EQ. I gain-stage with arrangement, instrument selection and microphone placement long before I touch a compressor.

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

A: My foundation is Reggae in all its forms - Ska, Rocksteady, Roots, Dub, Dancehall, Lovers Rock and Rub-a-Dub. Over the years I've also produced and mixed Hip Hop, Boom Bap, R&B, Soul, Neo Soul and LoFi. Great music is great music, regardless of genre, but groove, emotion and authenticity always come first.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Knowing what not to do. Anyone can keep adding plugins. Experience teaches you when to leave something alone. I focus on balance, groove, emotion and translation across every playback system. That's why artists keep coming back.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Perspective. After more than three decades producing and mixing music, I hear problems before reaching for an EQ. Many issues are solved through arrangement, instrument choice, microphone selection or performance - not plugins. My job is to enhance what already makes the song special instead of changing its identity.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I always start by understanding the artist's vision. Then I clean up the session, organize the arrangement and build the mix from the foundation up. Balance comes first, then tone, dynamics and space. I don't chase loudness or trends - I chase emotion, translation and longevity. Clients receive preview versions, we discuss revisions if needed, and I don't stop until everyone is happy with the result.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I work in professionally treated studios in Berlin and Alicante using a hybrid workflow that combines the speed of modern digital tools with the musicality of analog processing. More important than the gear itself is knowing why and when to use it. Great records are made with decisions, not plugins.

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

A: I've always admired producers and engineers who serve the song instead of their ego. Coxsone Dodd ,Lee "Scratch" Perry, King Tubby, Errol Thompson, Bobby Digital, Tony Maserati, Andrew Scheps, Bruce Swedien and Bob Clearmountain all influenced the way I think about music in different ways. I also learn from great musicians every day - because a great arrangement will always beat excessive processing.

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

A: Most clients come to me for mixing and mastering, but very often the job evolves into much more. I regularly help with vocal production, arrangement, production advice, sound selection and making a record feel complete. Whether it's a Roots Reggae single, a Dancehall riddim, Boom Bap, R&B or LoFi production, my goal is always the same: make the song connect emotionally while sounding commercially competitive.