I'm a Top line songwriter/ Producer/ Composer./ I can breathe life into your song from the beginning to create a beautiful finished song. I can write the lyrics or come up with a catchy melody. If you already have lyrics and and track. Maybe it's the track you need, or may be you need all of the above. I work closely with you on your project.
I have been writing songs for over 25 years. have co written songs with people all over the world. I have a BA (Honours Degree) In Music Practice and produce and compose all my own songs. I have my own recording studio DiDs Music Studio productions so have access to a recording studio 24/7.
I have had my songs played all over the world and regularly picked by do's to be played in bars/clubs etc.
I can offer not just lyric writing but the melody as well. However if all you need is the track I can do that too.
I love seeing songs start as maybe just a title and blossom into an amazing song that makes you smile when you hear tor brings back memories. Lets get tother and see what master pice we can come up with
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
Interview with DiDs Music
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I co wrote the lyrics to Cowgirl Boots .Came up with the melody The reason I am so proud is because it was the first song I composed/produced/mixed/mastered completely on own and has done so well being played on 133 different playlists world wide 17 radio stations world wide and been pitched to Marion Morris for an Amazon tv program Stargirl.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I'm working on a new Pop/Dance song called Changes.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I have worked with some amazing singes on Soundbetter in the past and would definitely recommend them.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both as both have a part to play.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I promise to deliver a project you will love.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: My typical process starts with finding out what the theme and narration of the song is if the client has any ideas. I then work on a demo version to send the client to insure the song is going in the right direction. If the client is happy I work on the song till completion. I send a rough version for any revisions once the client is happy with the rough version I complete the song and send it to the the client.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a small vocal recording studio. I work on Apple Mac on Logic Pro X and use Izotope and Native Instruments, Waves, plugins on my creations. I have several different midi controls including Vochlea's Dubler and Artiphon's Orba
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: One of my all time influencers was Prince he showed that you can achieve anything you put your mind to.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I mostly work on pop and country songs with clients some are commercial but I have worked on adult contemporary as well. The other generous I mostly work on are House tracks and R&B
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I love creating new songs as they are often therapy for people. wether it makes them smile, makes them happy brings back memories or brings them comfort. Knowing I played a part in that is an amazing feeling.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Do you think my lyrics ( they have written ) have potential)? My reply is all lyrics have potential and can be worked with.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: How easy or hard it I too do something and the time involved.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What narrative and theme do you want? How long do you want the song? If music is required are there any particular instruments? If vocal comping how many versions do you want? If a melody or lyrics is it for a male of female?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Be clear what you are looking for and what you expect
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My phone,AirPods, tooth brush, hair brush, hair band lol
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started writing songs from the age of about 15 . I knew I wanted to do something in music . However life and family came first before I started recording my own songs. I have had my songs in venues all over the world. I am signed to record label Rehogoo Music and also a preferred composer for crucial music. I have had my songs to pitched to Marion Morris and, Tyler Perry and Becky Hill. I received a upper second BA ( Honours Degree) in Practice of Music ( this includes both Production and composition). I love what making my own songs equally as much as I do helping others create theirs.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: When it comes to songwriting . I don't like using to much metaphorical or story telling but like to mix the the two. If I'm coming to coming up with a melody or creating a track it really just comes from the heart I keep going until it connects.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Lady Gaga I would have to say she has shown the world that she is no just a flamboyant artist but is a very talented singer/ songwriter and pianist . Is both sides of the coin I love that.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Layering vocals gives depth and texture to a song.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Pop, Country, R&B & House but im able to write or create for most genres.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Topline melody and lyrics understanding song structure and timings as well as how different genres use different words for mean and feeling to a song.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring my experience of life, any work experience depending on what the client is asking me to do. I am happy to give guidance. If an artists/musician or songwriter is struggling.with any part of it.
I was the Songwriter/composer and producer in this production
- Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $125 per song
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $150 per song
- Beat MakerAverage price - $300 per song
- Pop-Rock ArrangerContact for pricing
- Vocal compingAverage price - $50 per track
- Full instrumental productionAverage price - $400 per song
- Post EditingAverage price - $200 per track
I will supply a demo of the work to check its going in the right direction and1 revision after that its $50 each revision.
Turn around is between 4 -7 days depending the project.
- Logic Pro X
10% off for 2 or more services
