Producer, Mixer, Musician

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

A: I'm most proud of recording and mixing "Pop Out" by Polo G on his "Die A Legend" album. Aside from the accolades, that song propelled a lot of lives and careers forward for everyone involved from the artists and producers to people working behind the scenes. It's rewarding to have played a part in a record that felt like "a moment" and I'm looking forward to the next one.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I am working on music for many different artists from the East coast, my band Indighxst, and my own music as an artist/songwriter.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. Analog for character. Digital for accessibility and creativity.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I like seeing lives change. I don't think I will ever get tired of meeting artists when they are relatively unknown and watching them become superstars.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: "What is your sound?" so I can get a feel for if they are a melodic singer and if they'll want AutoTune or if they are going to just be using a rap voice.

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

A: Know what you are looking for. And know how to deliver your files.

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

A: Studio monitors, interface, Macbook Pro, Neumann U87, headphones.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Melodic, ambient, bass heavy.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Bringing the best vocal out of artists.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Sauce.

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

A: I usually work on hip hop music, but I do work on R&B and pop every so often. I used to work on a lot of heavy metal music.

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

A: I have been recording, mixing, producing, and making music on computers since 2011 during my early high school years. My professional career officially began in 2018 when I first started interning, assisting, and engineering at Penthouse Recording Studios in New York City.

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

A: Drake because he is one of the most influential artists of our generation. Lil Uzi Vert and Playboi Carti because they are some my favorite artists right now.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Less is more. Keep it simple.

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

A: Some music professionals that have inspired me are... Producers: Pi'erre Bourne, TM88, Hit-Boy, Southside, Wheezy. Mix engineers: Kesha Lee, Alex Tumay, Mike Ashby, Kris Crummett, Will Putney, Adam "Nolly" Getgood

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

A: The most common work that I do for my clients as an engineer is recording and mixing.