Drums and Percusion

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

A: I have been working for about 2 years on a personal project, songs that narrate the difficulties of my country, and how victims of violence find a way to forgive, and continue living

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

A: Juan Guillermo (Great musician) https://soundbetter.com/profiles/34347-cosobatero

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

A: -Why 50% of the advance payment? Once you pay, I schedule the time specifically for your project -When do I receive the audio? I can send you low quality audio so you know how everything is going, once you pay in full you will receive high quality audio tracks.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Why choose if you can have the best of both worlds?

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

A: If something sounds easy it does not mean that it was easy to gain the ability to do it. One of the most difficult things to achieve in music is good sound, but if someone hears something simple with good sound, they may think that it is less valuable for sounding simple.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I am currently working on the music for a personal project that tells stories about the difficult situation in my country.

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

A: I will do my best to make your music shine even more

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: When you love something, any kind of sacrifice is easy, it is also exciting when something pushes you to keep growing.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What do you think your music needs? What is your reference, influence? What kind of sound do you want?

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

A: 1. Have a clear idea of ​​what you want 2. Don't forget communication 3. Creating music is sharing, so be open

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: If I have electricity: 1. Computer 2. Audio interface 3. Keyboard 4. Mic and cable 5. Some kind of percussion instrument If i don't have electricity: 1. Paper 2. Pencil 3. Percussion 4. Acoustic instrument 5. A beer

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

A: I started drum lessons at 13 years old. I took my career very seriously at 19, when I traveled to Cuba to learn music and percussion, it was quite an experience. I wouldn't consider myself a Latin drummer, but rather someone who can add a little Latin joy. When I returned to Colombia, I started working in a Studio called "La Zona", there I worked programming Drums and Percussion with 2 projects, "Jorge Rio" and "Zianne". Then I worked on several local projects (none of them known), a few years later I worked with producer Sergio Giraldo on some of his projects, Naquí (Percussion), La Travesía del Alma (Drums) and Surmarides (Drums). Now I am working on my own project, which is connected to the harsh reality of my country. I have been working in music and education for over 20 years

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: I would say that my approach is respectful with music, but I can also bring the good vibes of the Latin flavor.

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

A: Beth Hart, I love the way she uses Blues as a starting point, but then it can be anything, unpredictable.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Always be prepared!

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

A: I have been working with World Music, Rock and Pop. I try to give a distinctive touch to a song

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: The obsession for a good job

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: With drums and percussion you can provide support, contrast or madness, it all depends on the original idea. Traditional or out-of-the-box thinking that I can provide.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: First thing's first. I have to know the artist's vision and be respectful of it. So, after having a clear idea of ​​what the client wants, I start working on some proposals for the client to approve. If the reference track was recorded with a click, it is better. Once approved the tracks are sent.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I have a computer, an Audio Interface, and Shure and AKG Microphones.

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

A: I respect anyone who has a devotion to their craft. Dedication

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

A: After knowing where the music is going, I try to bring contrast, filling in the spaces and supporting the music.