Trap, Hip-Hop, & Pop Producer

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: UNIVERSE was my own album I released in 2019 for my 21st birthday. I wanted to create an album that had both beats and artists I had met and worked with before to create a different type of experience. I worked on the whole album for about 9 months getting vocals back, creating and finishing tracks, mixing, mastering, creating cover art, all of that. I was able to pull it off, and although it did not do as great in numbers, I can still listen to it today and know it sounds great. It's a great feeling to pull off a big idea like that, and I am thankful to everyone involved in that project. Very special to me for sure.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Honing in my artist path with my #RoguePop movement.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both I guess. I don't own much analog gear, but the flavor it adds is different than digital VSTs and all. Whatever allows the song to be good.

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: No, but I would love to network with other musicians through here!

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: I promise to give you my best.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I like seeing people grow both as a person and artists. I love hearing "this is my favorite song now" after a project is finished because I know they gave it their all and I'm happy I could help.

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: "Can you make a _______ type beat?" Sure, I can. I will add my own twist, however.

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: Clicking buttons looks easy, but knowing which one to press is the real deal breaker.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What are your goals for this project? Do you have a vision for your project/career? What makes you excited about this project? Are you willing to receive constructive feedback and act on it?

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: I am here for those who want to grow together. An artist allowing me to share in their art is beautiful and I do not want to damage anything. However, I can and will provide you with the feedback I believe will benefit the music first and foremost. I want to squeeze your potential as an artist so we can both grow.

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I work as a structural engineer, but for music, I have been making it since October 2016 and in love with it since 2013 when I first started my "DJing" days (virtual DJ has a special place in my heart). My purpose in life is to help people, and I do so the best with the things I am most passionate about.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Spacey, galactic, icey and dense. This is why to this date my UNIVERSE album is my Magnus Opus for production.

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: I would love to work with Young Nudy. His flows and energy on beats are incredible. If I were to name a bigger name it would have to be Bruno Mars or Justin Bieber. That would be a really fun studio session. I think I could squeeze potential out of their voice.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Be yourself.

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

A: Trap, Hip-hop, Rap, Pop. I can do a lot more, but this is what I have been working for the most with other artists.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Leadership. I can give you constructive criticism with extensive detail on how we can improve something. You should make music for yourself first, always. Yet, a different point of view can allow you to attack a problem from a different angle, and I am here to help you along the way.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Energy. My goal is to match your lyrics and bring out the best of them through the music.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I play around with my keyboard and come up with something I deem catchy. I sound design almost every track to stay true to myself and add some life to the music. I build up all available rhythms bit by bit while rapping or singing in my head to make sure there is still room for a performance. Arrange, mix and master afterward and do post-production when I get vocals back.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: Barefoot Footprint 02s studio monitors, Neumann TLM103 microphone, ISA One pre-amp, UAD Apollo Twin audio interface, Sennheiser 280 HD reference headphones.

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

A: Too many. I love the soul of 9thWonder's music and the bounce of J-Dilla for starters. Southside from 808 Mafia and Lex Luger got me into loving synths and aggressive trap drums. System of a Down and Slipknot helped me understand what pushes boundaries in sound. Quincy Jones inspired me to understand what a powerful musical phrase is. Videogame music allowed me to understand what it means to encapsulate a feeling. I could go on and on...but you get it. I take inspiration from everything and anyone I can.

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

A: I mostly focus on the instrumentals for a song, but I love working side-by-side with an artist in the recording process to provide direction or insight when needed. I am willing to be very hands-on in a project if you allow me to do so. When I vocal produce, I aim to use the tone of your voice as the main focus and bring your lyrics to life.