Guitarist, Video Game Composer

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Whatever serves the purpose! In the studio, I'm open to anything to get the job done. I'm an amp snob live, though :) nothing beats a smoking hot tube amp kicking out air through a pair of 4x12s!

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

A: I went to law school in DC and ended up working in large law firms for three years after that. Music has always been my passion, but I never envisioned myself able to have it as a career. I've worked extremely hard to get to the point now, where I feel confident enough to hold myself out at a pro level. At this point though, I believe I've just won myself the opportunity to work way harder at the craft. But that IS the reward. For me, in the corporate world, I realized nothing feels worse than a passion left unfulfilled.

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

A: Dr. Disrespect. Although he isn't a musician, he's absolutely an artist, and one of my favorite people around. His free spirit and creative energy is incredibly inspiring. It would be insanely special to make something with him, or just sit by the infinity pool with cigars and gin and tonics! After that, no doubt I'd say Jacob Collier, because I'm sure I would walk away from that hang feeling like my life has completely changed. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson - those two guys are my biggest musical idols and inspired me to love music when I was a little kid. I'd also love to spend time hanging out and jamming with Tycho, Rick Beato, Aaron Marshall, and Jon Hopkins.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Always set your guitar up professionally before recording! That means well-stretched new strings, no buzzing notes, and don't forget intonation or else everything past the 12th fret will be useless!

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Communication. I love communicating with people, am very extroverted, and my life is run by my artistry. Because of that, I love working with other artists, and take critical feedback very well. I'm always seeking improvement, and every project is an opportunity to both make people happy and inspired, and to learn and grow myself.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What do you want your listener/audience to feel when they experience your art? This question usually covers everything important emotionally. From there, it's more specific - who are your influences, and of course, all the specifics about my deliverables.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Energy, passion, and my unique musical voice. As a guitarist, I'm always thinking about how to serve the song and the artist, while still bringing surprises and other elements to keep things creative and exciting. I'm not your average guitar hire - I like to really add as much as I can to make things fun and original!