Obsessed with the 1960s is an understatement. L.A's Mario Garcia is a soul born of the modern day, but belonging to era long gone, but hardly forgotten. He brings groove, color and luminosity with sonic landscapes that transport listeners to a world where yesteryear and present-day exist harmoniously.
Crafted with organic and vintage instruments, we deliver a kaleidoscope of sounds that grab you from the first note. You can hear influences from the early 60s—Dick Dale, Howlin' Wolf, The Beatles—to the later 60s—The Doors, MC5, James Brown and everything in between. But! This is not a project built on purism; influences span all decades, genres, and styles; The Kids, Ramones, The Cramps to La Luz, The Frowning Clouds, MOOON, and countless more.
I’ll send you an mp3 rough mix for your approval, do one round of revisions for free if needed, then once you approve, I will send all stems as 24bit 48k wav files dry/raw, completely edited. Reach out to discuss!
*1 free revision round is included. Revisions are a handful of small changes, not a rerecording.
*Turn around times are from 3 days to 1 week based on availability. Expedite fee under 48hrs when available.
*The songwriting price is a fee and does not void my right to royalties unless we agree to a buyout.
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Credits
Discogs verified credits for Mario Garcia, Jr.Interview with L.A. Smog Music, Co.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Christopher Maciel, Kevin Parker, Glyn Johns, George Martin, Phil Spector, Dan Auerbach, Bosco Mann, Joe Meek, Shel Talmy, Felix Pappalardi, Jack White.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Songwriting, composing, producing and mixing. Session work; rhythm/lead/acoustic guitar, bass, keys, lead/backing vocals.
I was the songwriter, composer, lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, soloist, and producer in this production
- Songwriter - MusicAverage price - $200 per song
- Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $200 per song
- ProducerAverage price - $200 per song
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Contact for pricing
- Electric GuitarContact for pricing
- Acoustic GuitarContact for pricing
- Bass ElectricContact for pricing
I retain 50% of songs I write, unless we negotiate otherwise. We can negotiate percentage for session services. Refunds not available after work has begun.
- The Beatles
- The Doors
- The Frowning Clouds
- Fender Telecaster
- 1966 Teisco Viola Bass (with original strings)
- 60s Japanese Ukulele
- Alvarez RD20S
- 1967 Rheem Mark VII
- Twin Reverb
- 1963 Ampeg Supereverb
- Akai MPK249
- UA Apollo X4
- Lauten Audio LA320 Tube Mic
- LUNA.
