Akini Blake on SoundBetter

I have over a decade of experience in recording and songwriting for myself as well as other artists. Studied at Berklee and a member of The Recording Academy. It'll be an honor to contribute what I do, to your creative process.

Hi Guys!
My name is Akini Blake and songwriting is what I live for:) I write for my own catalog and for other acts, many of whom have had major success in the industry.

My strengths are R&B and Singer-Songwriter records. My voice blends well with acoustic instrumentation containing compelling builds. I have a clean falsetto and a naturally warm sound. I write radio-ready songs and always keep my finger on the pulse of current trends. Not so much to fit in but rather to keep a fresh sound.

I find that perfectionism isn't conducive to authenticity but I do aim at getting close enough to where the emotion spills out of the speaker and into the direct center of the listener.

With each new project I undertake, the goal is simple. To create art that keeps the listener's device stuck on repeat.

Tell me about your project and how I can help, through the 'Contact' button above.

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by Jackie Ribas
Akini is an excellent artist and songwriter. Working with him is such a powerful experience. He dives into your soul to find what u need for your song, he ask questions, he’s always communicating with you he’s writing skills are so freaking awesome! And he’s also a very good vocal producer. He has good ideias for harmonies I can keep going. The song he wrote for my ep is so far the one people likes the most

Interview with Akini Blake

Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I love watching artists tap into the deepest parts of themselves and without hesitation, let it all pour out.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I like speaking with clients about their life experiences to get a feel for where they’re at mentally, emotionally and energetically. I find that it’s the only way to tap into that special space of unbridled creativity.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: P-125 Yamaha Keyboard, MacBook Pro, TLM49 Neumann Mic, MPC One and Apollo Twin Duo Interface.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, Pharrell, Sia
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Songwriting and Production

Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $350 per song
Songwriter - MusicAverage price - $350 per song
Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $350 per song
Vocal compingAverage price - $200 per track
Vocal TuningAverage price - $200 per track
Mixing EngineerAverage price - $450 per song
ProducerAverage price - $700 per song

Music and lyric composition rates are for ownership of the Master Recording only. For full ownership rights, including publishing (writer’s share). We can negotiate a price upon request.