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Speaker Damage Productions has produced for artists in a variety of genres, as well as for TV & film, and has extensive experience performing with touring bands. If you’re looking for a producer or musician who understands the intricacies of your music and can bring it to life, Speaker Damage Productions can do it.

Need a producer or musician who understands the intricacies of your music and can bring it to life? I've got you covered.

Some of the services I offer:
Bass Guitar
Record Production
Demo Recording
Mixing
Mastering
Podcast editing

Anthony O. is a graduate of Berklee College of Music, having graduated Magna Cum Laude. A member of the Latin Recording Academy (Latin Grammys), he has worked in the music industry in a variety of capacities, such as A&R, performer, producer, and arranger.

He has appeared in T.V. and film, and performed alongside other accomplished musicians such as Jaco Caraco (Miley Cyrus, The Kelly Clarkson Show), and Matt Politano (Scott Weiland, Carol Kaye), and has shared stages with major musical acts such as Poncho Sanchez, Lit, and The Living End.

Anthony has produced music for artists in the genres of Rock, Hip Hop, Dance/EDM, and Spanish language Rock (Rock en Español), and has licensed music for sync as well. He is the founder of Speaker Damage Records and Speaker Damage Productions.

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by Stefni Valencia
Anthony is an amazing producer to work with - he really emphasizes trust between the artist and producer so that we can work without any hesitation. I loved how creative, fun, and inspiring the sessions were. He is my main producer now because of his work style, and ethic.

Interview with Speaker Damage Productions

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I've worked extensively as a Producer/Mixer with an artist named Stefni Valencia - she is quickly rising in the Latin Rock market, and has had quite a few of the songs we worked on together considered for nomination for a Latin Grammy.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: At the moment i'm working on an album of Lo Fi tracks for licensing and playlist pitching!
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: BoomFox Productions. Kris Bradley is absolutely kick ass.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both. There was a time when one was clearly different than the other, but that time is basically over. it's all just flavors now. It's really a "salt or pepper?" kind of question now.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I will do everything I can to provide a quality track that you will be proud of.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: The ability to meet so many new and upcoming artists, and be creative with my daily "job".
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Q: Will you work for free/exposure? A: No, but I will consider a part of the royalties or a discounted rate. Q: What do I do once the song is done? A: I can help you with distribution and promotion as well, let's talk after the track is finished! Q: When will the track be finished? A: Depending on the work you're hiring me for, turnaround time is usually 3 days.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That it's a party 24/7, and no real work is involved - music production is fun, creative and amazing work, but it's still work.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: 1. What's your budget? 2. What is the timeframe for completion of this project? 3. Do you have any reference tracks? 4. Do you have a demo? 5. Dogs or cats?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Do your homework and pick the producer you honestly feel will be the best for your project - it's easy to let your budget dictate who you work with, and to a certain extent, it has to - but most producers are willing to figure out a way to work with you. Remember that and do what you can to get the best personnel possible involved with your music - it will be completely worth it.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: 1. laptop (Mac or PC - doesn't matter) 2. Audio Technica ATH-M50x headphones 3. Slate VMS 4. Fender 5 string Jazz Bass 5. WATER!
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: My career path has been quite winding - I originally began as a musician, touring and recording. I then transitioned into A&R for a while. After that, I decided I wanted to produce, and have been producing for over 10 years.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style as producer is a very supportive, but truthful partner in your project. I believe that for any project to be truly successful, the artist - producer dynamic needs to be one of trust. Honesty is key!
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: There are a lot of artists I'd like to work with - I think my top 3 would be Anderson .Paak, MGMT, and maybe Foo Fighters. And Ariana Grande, and MGK, and thousand more!
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Use reverb and compression on a buss to make your drums sound HUGE!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I actually split my time between woking with full rock bands and producing Hip Hop and Pop records; I can produce EDM and have done so, but the vast majority of my work has been in the aforementioned genres.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My strongest skill is the attention you'll receive as my client - you'll know you're in good hands because I will be there with you all the way until your project is done.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: As a producer, I bring a wealth of knowledge of the small details that make up a given genre - I can produce a song that sounds like it can compete with the heavy hitters on the radio - not one that is good, but "missing something". As a bass player, the same applies - I can bring a sense of finesse to the bass line; if a moment in your track requires a virtuosic "lick", or a moment of pause, I can do this and I know exactly when each is needed.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I like to get a feel for a potential client with a quick Zoom meeting, then use references the client has provided so I can get the vibe needed for the project. I'll get a preliminary track done, send to the client to make sure I'm on the right track, and adjust if needed.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Currently I use the Universal Audio Apollo Twin as an interface, and mix with a combination of the Slate Virtual Mix Rack and Waves plugins, along with some UA plugs and others. For projects where an analog feel is called for, I use my Allen & Heath GL2400 console. I have some other gear as well, but these are some of the highlights.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I'm inspired by professionals in working in different roles - Rick Rubin is a huge inspiration, because he was able to work in two different genres and became an icon in both. As a bass player and musician, I'm inspired by musicians like James Jamerson (Motown), Rocco Prestia (Tower of Power), Nile Rodgers, Daft Punk, and really a thousand more!
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I do a lot of different work for clients, but the majority come to me for music production. After that, I get a lot of requests for bass guitar recording.