Mixing engineer for immersive, conceptual records. I help artists build a signature sound, whether you need a mix that elevates the emotion of your track or a creative partner to shape the record from the inside out.
I work across hybrid electronic music, trip-hop, dark-leaning alternative, avant-pop, alt R&B, industrial, ambient, and everything in between. Atmosphere and immersion are usually the common thread.
For me, mixing is about shaping the emotional direction of a song. Depending on the scope, I might process existing sounds, suggest arrangement changes, or record additional parts. I want to help you develop a unique sound, which means listening closely to what the record is trying to say, knowing what to highlight or pull back, and finding where a different approach could elevate the track.
I work best with artists who are looking for a creative collaborator and the room to explore what their music could become. I thrive with musicians who care deeply about the identity of their sound and have the trust to let me help them get there.
If we are looking at an EP or an album, we will begin with one pilot track to establish the direction and see how we work together before moving forward.
I support independent musicians. If the suggested price doesn’t suit you, let me know your budget and we can figure it out :)
Send me a demo and tell me what you have in mind! We can discuss the direction, scope, and budget before you make any commitments.
Joe L.
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
Endorse Joe Lirenti80 Reviews - 9 Repeat Clients
check_circleVerifiedJoe is really talented and brought a a real creative flair to my mixes! He is super professional, responsive and really brought his expertise to add depth and character to my atmospheric tracks. I couldn't recommend more!
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Look no further if you are finalizing your Song/EP/Album. Joe has all the attributes you would hope for in a top notch mix engineer.
Exceptional ear, great communication skills, patience, high creativity and, above all, the ability to not just know what you’re trying to accomplish with a song, but also how to get it there.
If you’re looking for more proof before you make a decision, just check out his band Melt Motif. The quality he puts into their sound is the same quality you will get.
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Only positive words to share here. Working with Joe was a wonderful and joyful experience. Very professional approach throughout the mixing/mastering process... and of course with an excellent final result. swift responses and openness to suggestions. Will for sure work with Joe again!
check_circleVerifiedJoe's work definitely took the project to the next level! He responded quickly to my additional requests and he is very kind. Looking forward to work with him next time.
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Joe is a great guy. He helped me tremendously to get better production quality. He is kind, friendly and patient. I also admire his professional and detail oriented approach. I would definitely suggest him and looking forward to work with him again.
check_circleVerifiedJoe knows how to take a mix to the next level, while bringing out the strengths in the production of a song. I look forward to working with him on future projects!
check_circleVerifiedKiller mix, super patient and communicative. As always, excellent experience.
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Excellent mix, prompt delivery and very friendly and professional as always
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Awesome mix - very atmospheric, has a great balance of musical qualities and glitchy ambience. Super quick and professional as always.
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Joe did an amazing job as usual, this time mixing a contemporary ambient track and taking the soundstage and textures to another level.
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Awesome job doing a kind of difficult mix - the song was based around a rather distorted sample and Joe did great work delivering a mix that sounded smooth while retaining some nice glitchy grit. Excellent job as always.
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Great mixing for a track with a lot of musical textures.
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Joe is a true professional when it comes to mixing a track full of synthesizers, textures, and layers. He is very patient and will do his best to deliver exactly what you envision for your music.
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Joe has a great knack for taking a demo and knowing exactly what will give it that boost so it sounds that much better. Great experience as usual!
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Joe is a very flexible person to work with. He did a really great job mixing and mastering. From the beginning, he showed a great interest in the project and made the workflow more of a collaboration. He really demonstrated skill in tuning a mix with many layers, ensuring everything sat right and the mix sounded spacious and full.
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Awesome mix as usual - I think one thing I would especially recommend about Joe's style is creativity and a good understanding of clients' sound. He often suggests additional elements to the song that really complement the existing instruments, and does a great job of creating mixes that are cohesive in style. Highly recommended.
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Excellent job. This song in particular was a bit different in style compared to my usual sound but as always Joe did a great job mixing so it fit in with the rest of the album cohesively.
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The mix itself is excellent and definitely a huge improvement over the demo version, but Joe went above and beyond, adding in some extra synth elements etc which took it to the next level. Great work.
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Excellent job mixing, super quick and communicative. Great experience as usual.
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Joe did an excellent job taking a song with a fairly dull mix and giving it life and a lot of edge, making the drums hit hard and the guitar sound gritty in a great way. Very nice experience as usual.
I was the producer and mixing engineer in this production
- Mixing EngineerAverage price - $350 per song
Number of included revisions depends on the project.
Turnaround: 3 - 5 days for the first mix, 1-2 days per revision.
Can include mixed stems and instrumental.
No vocal comping or tuning.
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EP and album projects usually begin with one song first, followed by a full project quote once the record language is clear. Lower package rates are available for larger projects, depending on scope.
