Brian Daniels on SoundBetter

I can play mandolin or fiddle for your song!

I am an active musician from East TN and have played on many sessions. I have even played on nationally released music. I love bluegrass, country and gospel. I would love the chance to show you what I can do.

I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.

8 Reviews

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by Skip
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Brian delivered a soulful, clean Mandolin track in just a couple of days. Price was very good as well.
Check him out!
by Sudds Studios | Josh Sudduth
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Brian was quick and nailed the vibe we wanted for Mandolin. I couldn't recommend him more!
by Walter R.
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Timely and tasty licks on the mandolin.
by Lakota
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Excellent musician!! I highly recommend Brian Daniels.
by William D.
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Coincidence of the shared last names, I only became aware of Brian on Soundbetter, and what a find! He is extremely talented (which just listening to his demo should confirm for anyone with ears), and extremely musical, and knows his instrument and what it can do for a song (Mando here). Brian got what I needed with minimal communication and delivered better than I'd hoped!
by Steve B.
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Great job
by Lorenzo Gabanizza
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Great job or should I say "Labor of love"? I felt from the first note that Brian was emotionally involved in my music and that is what I hoped. Great musician and great human being.
by jackee
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10 outta 10. Brian communicated well and delivered the goods. Total pro!

Interview with Brian Daniels

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Solo releases
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Fiddle and Mandolin Overdubs
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both, editing is great with digital but analog has such a warm sound.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: You will be satisfied
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Creating
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Do you think this song will work with fiddle? If you want fiddle we can make it work.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: It is easy money.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What is your vision for the song.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Really communicate your expectations with whomever you hire.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Mandolin, Fiddle, Guitar, Paper, Pens
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I have been preforming, in some capacity, for over 20 years.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Progressive Bluegrass
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Doyle Lawson he is so tastefull with everything he is involved in.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Sometimes less is more. Quality is better than quantity.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Country / Bluegrass / Gospel
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Not over playing but complimenting a song and singer.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I can really add extra flavor to make your song stand out.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Becoming firmailar with the track then playing more than enough so the client has options when mixing.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a home studio that uses Pro Tools. I also have a variety of mics to capture the best sound for your project.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I love country, bluegrass and gospel music and have played on several national radio releases.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Provide fiddle and mandolin overdubs at a reasonable rate.

Mandolin/Fiddle Sample

I was the Mandolin/Fiddle Player in this production

MandolinAverage price - $50 per song
FiddleAverage price - $50 per song

I will send you 1 track of the instrument overdub of your choice for only $50. I will need a HQ consolidated track to overdub to. If you are not satisfied I will provide 1 revision.