Mixer / Producer / Engineer

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: As many as I can possibly think of. I want to fully understand the meaning and emotion of a song nearly as well as the writer if possible, in order to convey exactly that to the listener. I listen closely to lyrics, and I try to treat every moment of a production or mix with the intention of expressing and enhancing the intended emotion from moment to moment.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I use a fully hybrid setup of digital and analog gear, utilizing the absolute best of both formats. A very small sample of gear highlights includes: Up-to-date Pro Tools HDX, Dynaudio BM15A monitors, JBL subwoofers, Yamaha NS-10s, Folcrom analog summing, Antelope Galaxy 32 AD/DA converters, Crane Song HEDD 192 AD/DA converters, Dramastic Audio Obsidian and Smart C1 buss compressors, EL8-X Distressors, Shadow Hills Mono Gama mic pres, Aurora Audio and API mic pres & EQs, (2) Octo and (2) Quad UAD cards, Melodyne, Izotope, etc. And an endless supply of all of the most current and widely used digital plugins. Please inquire if ya REALLY wanna know, but I've probably got it.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. Best of both worlds. I mix in the computer and do external summing, then route everything through several key pieces of stellar analog gear. This still allows for quick and easy recalls, but imparts the warmth and superior sonics I've come to love from the gear.

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

A: Do your homework. Find the best professional you can afford and then communicate clearly. Ask questions. Make sure he or she is a good fit and has the answers you're looking for.

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

A: I graduated Berklee College of Music's Production & Engineering program in 1999 and have been engineering, producing and mixing full time ever since. I've worked in studios in New Orleans, Los Angeles, Prague, Boston, Cleveland, and for over 13 years in Nashville.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: I serve the song and the artist.

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

A: Anyone talented and with something of value to say. I value talent over fame any day. I've worked for major labels, publishing companies, big names and shoestring budget indies, and I enjoy working with them all.

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

A: Absolutely everything. I'm in Nashville, so there's plenty of country, but also plenty of rock, pop, Americana, urban, jazz and blues as well. I enjoy every bit of it.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Listening to the artist and the song, and capturing their exact intention.

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

A: All of the session players I work with inspire me, as well as most of the producers I've worked for. I feed off of the passion and energy of the artist, and love to surpass all their expectations. And I'm always inspired by a brilliantly written song.

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

A: I primarily mix and produce. My mixes include optional mastering. For my productions I will often play and include guitar, bass, keys and programming services, and I always have my full team of world class A-list Nashville session players on hand just a phone call away.