Bassist, Music Producer

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

A: Whatever genre pays the bills...my inspiring genres would be Hip-Hop, Jazz, R&B, Gospel, Pop.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Bass Guitar...lol. It's easy to get most of my ideas through my instrument. Also, I have a heavy grasp on Music Theory. I went to school for Music Recording at County College of Morris.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring youthfulness and excitement that seems familiar to the audience. We as artist are telling the story, but we have to keep the targeted audience at their seats.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: Mainly I'll get my inspiration from specific sound from records if I'm chopping them to create something new. I'll see what which drums would go well with what ever sample I'm working with. There have been times where I'm organizing drums sound and I've build from what has a hold on me. There have been tracks that I've walked away from for a minute, then come back to it if I've thought of a chord progression that is compatible. Usually, add any sound effects if need on any instrument that's on the record.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: Komplete Kontrol A22, Maschine MK3, Focusrite Solo, Fender Precision Bass, 5 String Custom Jazz Bass, Novation Bass Station.

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

A: Robert Glasper, Derrick Hodge, Marcus Miller, 9th Wonder, DJ Premier, Just Blaze, Hit-Boy, Jay-Z, Common, Timbaland, Dr. Dre

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

A: Primarily I play bass guitar. I've been performing professional for the past 8 years, studied the instrument over 20 years. I've shared the stage with an array of artist including Alyson Williams, Monifah, Bobby Humphey just to name a few. I am a beat-maker/aspiring producer. You can check out my work on IG: @basscliff214 or my Soundcloud