Soul Pop Singer/Topliner

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

A: That background vocals don't need to be arranged. There are a myriad of ways BGVs can go, and even if you only have a slight idea in mind, communicating that is very helpful.

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

A: Have some references in mind for the sound want and have all your lyrics typed out!

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

A: my vintage Wurlitzer electric piano, my AKG c 414b, some bongos, my laptop, and my apollo twin interface! I hope cables are included lol

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

A: I have been a New Orleans based artist for the past 3 and half years, and have grown a lot since my start. Prior to that I was working as a singer on board cruise ships for two years.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Energetic, soulful, and full of personality. I like to bring a little bit of personality to everything I record. I think delivering a true performance is what makes a recording special.

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

A: I would love to work with Dan Auerbach. I am a big fan of his production work, particularly with Yola, Marcus King, and Aaron Frasier

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

A: I usually work on songs that have a soulful sound, one way or another. I have worked with artists who make everything from 70s r&b/funk to jam-band-rock. I particularly love to help singer/songwriters bring their visions to life, as I am a singer-songwriter myself.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My voice. I have a 3.5 octave range and have experience singing many different vocal styles and genres, so I can usually deliver whatever sound my clients are asking for.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: As a singer, I think my biggest strengths are my taste and musicality. I always want to make sure that what I'm singing is cohesive with the language/vibe that's already been laid down. I pride myself in being able to dig into many different styles/genres of singing. As a top-liner, I'm always aiming to bring personality and a clear perspective. I like to tell stories through my songs, even when I'm keeping things super simple. I love to make music that invokes feelings in its listeners.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I begin by listening to the track I'm working on and arranging the parts I'm going to be singing, if that's a part of the job. I like to have all the lyrics/changes mapped out before I begin recording. Then I get together with my engineer and start tracking. I usually finish up a tracking within an hour or two. Than I make sure I have all the files properly organized to send back my client's way! I usually give a light description of what I was going for, and am happy to go back and make some adjustments, making sure my clients are happy with the final product I give them!

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I have a home studio and someone engineers for me. I typically use my Akg c414b condenser mic with an isolation shield and pop filter.

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

A: Modern people that inspire me include Emily King, Bahamas, Brittany Howard, Lake Street Dive, Theo Katzman, Allen Stone, Madison Cunningham... to name a few. All time favs include Bonnie Raitt, Carole King, Norah Jones, Fleetwood Mac, Amy Winehouse...again... to name a few.

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

A: I most commonly work as a singer for hire, providing lead and/or background vocals for artists/musicians seeking them. With background vocals especially, I often do the arrangements myself. My goal when tracking is always to record what is going to serve the song best, whether that's a lush harmony stack or a single harmony line.