Pop EDM Rap VocalFX Mix&Master

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

A: There is no one way to do it right---there are many good results, and many ways to get there.

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

A: I majored in Experimental Music and the Electronic Arts while studying at Bard College, and was lucky to learn from some of the most important names in the early history of experimental electronic music. I spent 4 years DJing and teaching private music production lessons. I fell in love with the Hudson Valley and made it my home. I've spent the past decade honing my skills, collaborating with other artists, and doing freelance work for both musicians and film makers.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Unexpected, but exactly what you needed. Intuitive and playful. I combine field recording and found sounds with intricate editing and sound design to manufacture unique soundscapes that stand out in a crowd.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Complex sound design.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring a wild combination of technical skill, rich life experiences, and intense creativity. I started making beats in Fruity Loops when I was 3. Sound is the number inspiration in my life.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: My work flow adapts to the project and the customer's needs. I am organized, meticulous and attentive to the client's needs and sensibilities. My central production hub is Reason Studios, and when necessary I will work in Ableton, ProTools, and Audacity but am alway happy to learn something new.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I use two 8-inch Mackie MR8mk2 monitors and a B&W ASW608 8-inch subwoofer, with 5-inch reference Mackies for mixing. My headphones are beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 32 OHM. My sound runs through a MOTU M4 using balanced TRS cables. Everything is calibrated to studio reference levels. I use a SL88 STUDIO studiologic keyboard with 88 weighted keys. I use the legendary Rode NT1-A 1" Cardioid Condenser Microphone. I also have a vintage Casio keyboard, several guitars and basses, a violin, and many drums and other small instruments. I use a ZOOM H4n for field recording and outdoor audio. My studio is a home studio with soundfoam and carpets for sound treatment, and rockwool insulation with wooden paneling in all corners. I have a small vocal recording booth built into the room. If the project requires, I have access to multiple larger recording studios as well.

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

A: Yung Skrrt, Yves Jaques, Bob Bieleckie, Arca, LIBERATO, Dev Hynes, John Cage, A Love Like Pi, WENDY CARLOS, Iggy Pop Nirvana, QotSA, Paul McCartney, Martin Denny, JPEGMAFIA, Henry Mancini, Jacques Tati, NWA.

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

A: Sound design, editing, audio manipulation, vocal processing, composition, mixing, mastering, foley. Music for film.

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

A: Baz Luhrmann because he makes massively popular, commercially successive films that ride constantly on the edge of total madness.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Any sound can be manipulated into a worthy wave --- sound is limitless, rhythm and melody are everywhere.

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

A: Experimental, Hip-Hop, Dance, Pop, Electronic, Soundworlds, Sound Installations