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Interview with Philtrak
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Anthony Hamilton ‘Do You Feel Me’ Everyone was happy with the mix I did.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Mixing a soundtrack for a film
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I don’t know anyone currently
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both, it depends on the production.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: They are happy with the music
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I enjoy the production process
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: What type of music am I into? I’m a fan of all type of music.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: I’m only into hip hop.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Make sure you’re happy with the track
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: LA3A, Dim D, PCM 90, SSL Six Mixer and SSL Bus Compressor
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I’m a drummer, DJ and recording engineer. I’ve been in the music industry for 25 years.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Groove with attitude.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Tatev and Brooklyn Lou and Hank Shocklee
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Cut frequencies before boosting.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Hip-hop, Rap, Jazz, Rock and Electronica.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Mixing
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Clarity, vibe and attitude
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Organization, edit, clean, balance and mix.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Mac Pro Tools Logic Pro Yamaha and KRK Monitors UAD Interface SSL Six Mixer Waves and UAD Plug-in
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Brian Eno Steve Lillywhite Hank Shocklee Pete Rock Conny Plank Timbaland
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Hip Hop Dance House Electronica Downtempo