PROD-MIXING/MASTERING-VOCALS

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

A: I can’t say that at this moment I have already released the project of my whole life, over the years you become better as a professional and your priorities change. As well as taste relative to what you think is good

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Over author's songs and several orders. And I'm also preparing a masterclass in songwriting

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

A: Nik Rossol! I have worked with him for many years and I am sure that he will not disappoint you.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: In today's world, it's both. Skillful combination of the sound of analog devices and digital plug-ins in da. You can't drop one of them.

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

A: Quality work completed on time

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I really like to sing and work with music. This is my life and I do this every day

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

A: WHAT SERVICES DO YOU PROVIDE? Writing music and providing the opportunity to work with us in our studio and other studios in the city of Odessa, as well as online. Writing arrangements Soundtrack writing Working with the soundtrack of the video sequence Dubbing and voice acting. Creating Playbacks Vocal recording Mixing and Mastering WHAT STYLES OF MUSIC DO YOU WORK WITH? We are engaged in writing arrangements in all styles, depending on the reference that the customer shows. HOW MANY EDIT CAN I MAKE? As much as you need, within reason, of course. DO YOU WORK IN ANOTHER CITY AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? We work both in another city and in other countries! For this, the customer's side pays additionally (excluding the payment for the performance or work) the movement to the destination. Also, all the conditions of our Tech-Rider must be met in order for the work to be held at the highest level! CAN I GET A DISCOUNT? You can get a discount on orders related to writing and processing music, for example, if you order a whole album from us at once or processing a large project.

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

A: Many people think that singing is easy, but I would argue with them. Regarding sound engineering, I heard a lot but I like that people think that I can make absolutely everything out of their crooked vocals (No I can’t, no one can make it so good, if you think you can do everything then take a couple of lessons by professionals)

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: How do you see your work? Do you have references? What are your deadlines? Should I give you ideas?

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

A: Clearly formulate the terms of reference and tell me how I can help, and then I will pick up

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

A: Guitar, Axe, solar battery, stove and fishing gear

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

A: As a child, my mother sent me to a music school in the piano class, where I began to go to the choir and realized that I liked to sing more. I started practicing vocal at the age of 5, and have been singing for 15 years now. Of these, 7 are professional. I have a musical education in the field of vocals (BA) for many years I have been performing on the stages of my city, singing in the theater, playing music and singing in the author's project. I have been working at the studio as a sound engineer for more than 5 years (This is the 3rd studio where I work) I write music for people as a freelancer and at the studio, put on a concert sound and record everything up to orchestras. I play the piano, guitar and bass guitar (Well, everything that can be in midi)

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Cinematic Pop-Rock

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

A: In terms of vocal pros, I like Brendon Urie, Adam Lambert, Jacob Banks, Sam Smith and Sam Ryder As for sound engineering, I like FINNEAS, Michael Brauer, Paul Epworth Because these people are professionals in their field and I think that I could learn something from them!

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Find your channel connection with the cosmos and let yourself swim in the waves of musical mood

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

A: Pop, Rock, Cinematic, EDM, HOUSE, TRAP

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Responsibility and professionalism

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: If any contributions are requested from my side, then I will offer what I think would improve the song in the eyes of the listener. If not, I will do as I was told.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I am very attracted to work, and I give 200% regardless of whether I sing, write music or mix it.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I work at the Lauder studio in Odessa and I can say that this is one of the coolest studios in Eastern Europe, if you are interested in knowing more, google it.

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

A: In terms of vocal pros, I like Brendon Urie, Adam Lambert, Jacob Banks, Sam Smith and Sam Ryder As for sound engineering, I like FINNEAS, Michael Brauer, Paul Epworth

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

A: Usually I either record the vocal part and the text that the customer sent me or compose the melody and lyrics for the customer, if required. Regarding the production work, I write the musical parts of all the instruments (something in midi, something live) and after that I work on mixing and mastering.