
Hi, I'm Julian. I’m hoping my brand of guitar playing can help take your music to the next level. I have been fortunate enough to work with some of EDM's rising stars, and I will do my best to bring your vision to life. If you want a collective showcase of my playing style, I highly recommend you check out my Youtube channel (/JulianHallMusic).
I picked up the guitar in 2004, and since then it has become an ever-growing focus in my life. The majority of my musical palette is based in heavy/technical music--everything from progressive metal to melodic dubstep. In 2018, I combined my love for EDM and technical guitar by creating "guitar solo arrangement videos" on my Youtube channel. Through these videos, I was able to build a following on social media and establish connections with some of my favorite artists, which eventually led to some opportunities to work with some heavy hitters in the EDM scene.
My guitar playing has been featured on releases from artists such as Crystal Skies, Jason Ross, Soar, Last Heroes, and MEDZ. I made an artist brand name, Julian Dae, and released my first collaboration with SWARM entitled "Unbreakable" in 2020. In 2020, I recorded guitar for the “Collide EP” by Crystal Skies, which was released on Seven Lions’ label, Ophelia Records. At the beginning of 2022, I released my second collaboration under the Julian Dae name with Soar and She Is Jules entitled "Bittersweet," and I played guitar on five tracks from Crystal Skies' debut album, Not Since When. From ambient guitar voicings to quick overdriven leads, I strive to bring that extra bit of energy to the song.
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51 Reviews - 18 Repeat Clients
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Julian was timely and worked hard to make sure I was happy with the result.
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Incredibly talented and professional. Got exactly what I was looking for super fast. Definitely recommend!
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He is amazing! He is a very talented individual! Looking forward to working with him again!
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Second time working with Julian - perfect result once again with great quality sound and recording!
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Perfect result & quick delivery - looking forward to working with Julian on more tracks!
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Always a pleasure working Julian! Beyond talented guitarist and cares about your track as much as you do!
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Always on point! Followed the brief and came up with something even better!
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One of the best guitarists on here, have always admired his work. So thankful to have had the chance to work with Julian!
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Julian was so talented and fast with his work. After explaining what i needed he immediately started to work and got amazing skills! Would 1000% recommend him!
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Julian is such a talented guitar player. He works fast and comes up with great ideas that makes the workflow easy! High quality delivery every time!
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One of the most talented musicians on this website. U gotta see Julian’s talent for yourself
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Julian is so easy to work with! Super talented with the guitar and quick to delivery quality work! +++++
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Great Guitarist, I will definitely keep working with him.
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Very professional and easy to work with. Sent his own ideas back as well as my own. Would definitely work with Julian again.
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Amazing job!! highly recommend <3
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Julian is so so insanely talented. Goes above and beyond, and does it quickly and with a smile and a kind word in hand. Easily one of the most gifted providers on this website.
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Julian is fantastic. He asked the right questions to figure out what I was going for and sent over multiple variations and we continued to iterate until it was perfect. Can't recommend enough!
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Julian is absolutely amazing! Super patient and willing to get it just right for you. Couldn't be happier :)
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Julian is hands-on and is very receptive. He's also wicked at guitar solos.
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Julian is amazing! Nailed everything on the first try. Really gave my track that added element and did so perfectly. Super fast worker, great communicator, and crazy crazy talented. Can’t recommend him enough
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Can't recommend enough. I had a fairly specific/difficult request considering the mix I sent over was far from finished. Julian was more than receptive of my ideas and was extremely responsive. Most importantly, the final product was far beyond my expectations. After hours and hours of looking through guitar samples on Splice, I can confidently say I won't be doing that anymore, and absolutely plan on working with Julian again.
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Julian was amazing to work with on a last-minute request I had for an electronic track I was working on -- super quick turnaround, an ear for details, and an all-around great guitar player. Would highly recommend for anyone looking to get some guitar recording done!
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Julian has been very patient and super fast sending over the recordings. He is an amazing guitarist and such a cool dude!
I strongly recommend working with him if you need any kind of guitar recordings :)
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Working with Julian was a ton of fun and his guitar parts came out fantastic! He came up with great initial ideas and was extremely receptive to any feedback or changes. His stems were extremely clean in production quality and fit perfectly into the song when delivered. Would highly recommend working with him as a he's a very talented guitarist!
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Absolutely loved working with Julian again! He always knows what I have in mind and has great A+ communication and is always open to new ideas! Will definitely be working with Julian again!
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Absolutely loved working with Julian! He was amazing and it was just a breeze to work with him! He was always open with new ideas and what vision I had in mind! He also had a 10/10 communication! Julian has extreme talent and I can't wait to personally work with him again!
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I loved working with Julian! Great guitarist with great ideas and high quality recording, I highly recommend Julian for guitar tracks.
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Julian truly is one of a kind in the guitar space for the melodic bass genre of music. What separates him is that he is a fan of the genre itself where he knows what sounds good and is able to convey the emotion you're trying to pull from guitars - although I used him just for a guitar solo, I can't wait to use him for full songs going forward
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It was a pleasure to work with Julian. Great communication and excellent product.
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Julian has been my go to guitarist for a while now and every time is better than the last. He is always so fast to respond and always open to any ideas!
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Honestly one of the best online online creative experiences I've ever had and I've had a fair few. The solo he did for me was completely insane. If you are a music producer (Especially intro EDM) and looking for a crazy guitar solo to spice up your drops I can't recommend Julian enough, this guy just gets the scene 100% cause he's also a big fan of it. The first solo he did for me was pretty much the final product with a few small tweaks. Gifted guitarist and will deffo work with him again.
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Julian was great to work with! He is a very skilled guitar player and will tailor exactly to your sound. We finished the project in about two days and very satisfied with the end result. I will definitely be back for more!!
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Julian was incredible to work with! He responded quickly and sent professional quality work. He was able to pick up on the vibe of the track immediately and always made sure that what he sent was exactly what I was looking for. Will absolutely work with him again!
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Julian isn't just extremely talented when it comes to guitar work, but he is also very polite and easy to talk to. He gets things done quickly, and it is quality work every time! I couldn't recommend working with Julian more, and I will definitely continue to work with him for my future projects!
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Julian is a fantastic guitarist with a great ear. he had no trouble finding the right vibe and tone to fit my track! thanks man!
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Julian was even faster at responding than last time. Not only did he respond fast, he also provided an amazing guitar!
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Julian was great to work with. Tailored a sound to fit my style perfectly. Look forward to working with him in the future!
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Julian always provides quality guitar work! Communicates at all levels of of his productions, keeping clients updated as he adds new tracks and or starts your project. Revisions are made timely and effortlessly. I would recommend Julian to anyone!
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Once again, working with Julian was amazing. Every time is as easy as the last. Julian is a phenomenal guitar player and it shows everytime!
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Julian is a phenomenal session guitarist. He definitely has an ear for music and is able to come up with fantastic melodies. Very professional, friendly, and a fast worker. If you are looking to get some organic guitar in your music, I highly recommend Julian!
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This is my second time working with Julian and it was just as effortless and amazing working with him as the first time. He continues to produce amazing guitars and will be my go to guy for whenever I need guitars!
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Julian made this experience very pleasant!! He was able to complete the job timely and with quality. He kept me updated throughout the writing process, provided numerous ideas, and provided revisions as I ask for them. I would use him again and refer him to anyone looking for quality guitar work!
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Julian is a super talented guitarist. He came up with amazing ideas in no time and the quality of his stems was simply amazing. Can't wait to work with him again!
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Wow, Julian knows his game well. He's a good session guitarist and a great composer!
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Julian was very easy to work with. He helped me come up melodies and bring my project to life. I will definitely be working with Julian again. Highly recommended!!
Julian was such an amazing person to work with! Been a huge fan of his work since hearing him on Crystal Skies' song. So awesome to finally get to work with him. He was very responsive and super open to different ideas! His guitar work is just phenomenal. Definitely gonna come back to work with him more in the future!
Julian if you're reading this, thank you so much! You helped me bring my vision to life, and I can't wait for people to hear this track!
Julian is an amazing guitar player. I've had him do solos on some of my work and it's always perfect. Not only is the playing and recording great, but the material fits the part. Julian is your guy !!
julian is very professional and extremely talented. couldn’t ask for more!
Julian is absolutely incredible and hard working with what he does musically. He won't stop until what he's working on is in the best shape he can get it. He works so hard with his music and can shred like nobodies business so if you need somebody to go wild on a guitar for you, he's your man!
Julian absolutely shreds and is very professional. Delivers great recordings, doesn’t complain about doing revisions, and has already worked with some of the best producers in the game. Hit him up
Julian is amazing to work with! Not only does this guy have amazing melodies and tone, he also delivers fast and to taste. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the EDM community, and I have 0 doubts that he will continue to grow and make success in the industry! So I highly recommend him for sure!
Interview with Julian Hall
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: In February 2020, Crystal Skies asked me to record guitar for their upcoming EP. I had been a fan of their music for a while, and their remix of “You Don’t Want Me” by Beatcore inspired me to combine technical guitar with melodic EDM. To have them want to involve me in their songwriting process was surreal. I was featured on four out of five songs on their EP, and I received awesome feedback from fans telling me that my guitar leads were some of their favorite parts on the EP. Safe to say, Crystal Skies liked what I brought to the table, and I helped out with their debut album that they released in the spring of 2022.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Making music with Seven Lions would definitely be a memorable experience. His production style is so versatile, and he is able to incorporate strong melodies and dynamic sound design in every song he releases. It would be very interesting to be a part of his process. And we are both from Santa Barbara--he is technically from Lompoc and I was raised in Goleta--so it would be cool to make music with someone who grew up in the same town as myself.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: It’s very modest. I use my Michael Kelly Hex guitar or Ernie Ball Music Man JP70 to plug into my Line 6 POD HD500 Multi-Effects Processor, and then run the USB-out from the POD into my 2016 Macbook Pro. I also have a Yamaha AC1R Acoustic that I plug into a UAD Arrow interface to track acoustic parts using the built-in microphone inside the acoustic guitar. My DAW of choice is Logic Pro X.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Like my guitar player influences, I try to find my own balance of melodicism and technicality. Since the majority of my musical upbringing has been metal and technical/heavy music, I’m definitely not afraid to throw around some quick leads, but I don’t want to sacrifice melody for wankery. I’ve made a bunch of “guitar solo arrangement” videos on my Youtube channel, where I create solos over some of my favorite EDM, metal, and pop songs. Through making those videos, I’ve definitely built confidence in my playing style.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I get to help people create music that they are proud of. Artists put their trust in me to bring something special to the table, and it’s always a rewarding feeling to hear that I was able to help bring their ideas to fruition.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: In my past experience with other platforms, I'd say the two questions I get asked the most frequently are "How long does it take?" and "How much does it cost?" Each project is different, and I do my best to keep an organized schedule so as to not overwhelm myself and compromise the needs and deadlines of my clients. Projects can vary from $75-$150, and turn around times can be between 3-5 days unless otherwise specified. It’s difficult to foresee how a project will progress--especially since it’s relating to art--but please don’t hesitate to ask me any questions that you may have. I want to ensure that you’re getting your money’s worth, and that you felt you made the right decision by involving me in your process.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: If I'm not working on my next guitar solo arrangement video, then I'll be working on a collaboration of some sort. Got to keep the creative momentum going!
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: Music has always been the main focus for my career. I’ve been playing guitar since I was ten-years-old, eventually joining my first band around 2014--a pop rock band called Surprise Me. Through Surprise Me, I was introduced to all of the aspects of being in a band: writing music, recording in a studio, rehearsing, playing live shows, building a fanbase, etc. After the band ended, I started to work on my own music as well as make videos on my Youtube channel. These videos eventually lead to some opportunities to work with some of my favorite artists.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I haven’t met him, but JT Roach is a phenomenal singer-songwriter. He has been featured on some amazing EDM tracks, and his vocal tone is something else. I imagine he brings his A-game with every project he involves himself in.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both options have pros and cons. Digital is obviously becoming a more convenient and efficient medium, but analog still has some transient qualities that digital processing has yet to 100% mimic. I believe in the saying “complexity is the enemy of execution,” and digital has been more reliable/user friendly in my experience.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I will do my best to make the song the best it can be. I promise to maintain full transparency and ask all the necessary questions needed to bring the best performance to your project.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: A stereotype with most guitar players is that we are self-centered individuals who look for any opportunity to steal the spotlight and flamboyantly shred into eternity. I’d be lying if I said that I never wanted to play like Eddie Van Halen or Steve Vai, but I’ve learned over the years that it’s easy to play fast but it’s way more difficult to make it captivating and memorable. Sometimes, less is more. Or if you’re Yngwie Malmsteen, more is more. Both statements are correct in certain regards, but I’d rather be a strong songwriter than an ostentatious shredder.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I typically ask if there are any deadlines that I should be aware of, as well as any similar sounding musical compositions/styles that I could use as a reference for when I start tracking. I pride myself on being an efficient worker, so I want to do my best to gather all the necessary information that could help expedite the process.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Trust your intuition and find someone who is honest to a fault. In this world of online interactions, it’s very easy to put up a front and set false expectations. When it comes to making the best music possible, it’s best to work with people who have a genuine connection to the project and are willing to put their best foot forward. If someone is an efficient communicator and showcases a high standard of professionalism, then you should feel assured that your project is in safe hands.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Microphone, acoustic guitar, interface, headphones, laptop (with an everlasting battery supply).
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Do your best to trust and follow your intuition. There is a quote by Devin Townsend that comes to mind: “Over the years, my whole creative process works best for me when I don’t think about it. I find that my subconscious mind has a much greater connection to where I'm at emotionally than I do if I try and think about it.” It’s easy to let your mind become overwhelmed with the infinite possibilities of where a song can go, but usually following your intuition/subconscious will take you to a more productive headspace.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: My focus is hard rock/metal, pop, and EDM, but I have had experience with other genres such as hip-hop, acoustic, and ambient music.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: I’m tenacious and hold a high level of scrutiny for my playing. I become very single-minded when it comes to completing a task. I don’t want to feel that a lead was out of time, or that a chord was strummed incorrectly. There is a quote that is in the back of my head when I record--”Good enough, isn’t.” If I feel I should re-record something, then I’ll re-record it until it sounds the best it can be. I want to be absolutely certain that what I bring to the song is in time, in tune, and in line with the client’s vision.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I believe I bring a novel energy to a song through my guitar playing. Like I said before, I strive to make my guitar parts memorable. Whether that be some fingerpicked chords or a shreddy guitar lead, I want to do my best to give the song that extra bit of energy and character.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I will listen to the song on repeat to get the structure and emotional context into my subconscious. I’ll then record a few rough takes to establish a direction for where I want to take the guitar style. Once the ideas are solidified, I will review the track to see where I could tighten up/improve certain parts. Sometimes, I’ll even use a MIDI instrument to come up with new ideas that I could then transpose to real guitar. Every project is different, but I do my best to provide quality guitar work that is as clean as possible. Making music should be a fun and rewarding experience, and I want to put my best foot forward to serve as a catalyst for that process.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: From a guitar standpoint, I’ve admired players such as Jason Richardson, Per Nilsson, John Petrucci, Steve Vai, and Paul Gilbert--essentially, players who have a nice balance of technicality and melodicism in their playing style. Devin Townsend is another person who I look up to in the music world. He is so prolific in his musical endeavors, and he has a lot of genuine wisdom regarding creative and emotional expression in music. I’m also inspired by most EDM producers and how they are able to use a computer to construct grand pieces of music with elaborate song structures and sound design.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I do my best to make memorable guitar parts for every project that comes my way. Whether it’s making a catchy guitar lead for the chorus or writing dynamic guitar lines that bring extra energy to the verses, I have made it a habit to find space in the mix and provide guitar work that further enhances the overall feel of the song.

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- Yamaha AC1R Acoustic Guitar
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- 2016 Macbook Pro
- Happy New Year!Jan 02, 2021
Very much looking forward to what 2021 has to offer! I'm so grateful to be able to help fellow artists with their music, and I hope the music industry makes a stellar comeback. :D
- Another job complete!Nov 28, 2020
Thanks for reaching out William! Happy I was able to help you with your music. As a session musician, it's so rewarding to be involved with music that resonates with my personal tastes. I love this momentum--looking forward to future projects!
- First job is complete!Nov 18, 2020
Happy to say that I completed my first job on Soundbetter! Happy I could help Matt with his music--definitely looking forward to the completed track. To those who see this post, feel free to hit me up if you feel I can bring something special to your song. My schedule is wide open at the moment!