Songwriter

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

A: I'm really proud of the independent project I’m currently managing under the name 'Gabriel Martínez.' It’s been a fulfilling experience to pursue my own path.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I'm currently writing songs for my personal indie project. It’s been an important shift in my career, digging into the music business and putting myself out there.

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

A: Mechi Pieretti: a hard worker, responsible, and very talented in singing and songwriting.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. I really enjoy listening to music that has been processed in both ways.

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

A: To be 100% ethical and do my best to meet your expectations.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: The element of surprise: every song I write is different from the last.

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

A: Can I be trusted professionally? I’d say they can listen to the demo song I’ve uploaded and see for themselves. I am only seeking to develop my career by doing what I do best.

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

A: That inspiration often strikes at random moments. Sometimes, it’s just about sitting down and trusting the process.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: Are they willing to form a strong alliance? Are they ready to trust the process?

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

A: Never give up on your dream. Success is the everyday development of your project. Success is not about popularity or monetary goals; it's about putting in the work every day to become our best selves.

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

A: Laptop, audio interface, microphone, guitar and cellphone.

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

A: I've been a songwriter since I was 17 years old. What started as a hobby soon turned into my career. At first, doubtful about the viability of a career in music, I decided to chase my dream. Recently, I've been working as a singer-songwriter and as a featured writer on multiple projects.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Intimate, honest, and fun.

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

A: I would like to work with Camilo. I believe our perspectives on life and music are similar, which would result in great creativity and workflow.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Follow your gut!

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

A: Latin-pop. Really fun to write.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Lyrics. I'm highly capable of portraying the desired intention for a song.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Unique hooks, Latin-based rhythms, versatility, and brutal honesty in my lyrics, whether it's an upbeat or a heartbreak song.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I pick an idea or concept, and then I start building musical layers based on beats or chords that reflect the feeling I intend to portray.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: Home studio setup includes a condenser microphone, acoustic and electric guitars, audio monitors, an audio interface, and Ableton Live 11.

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

A: Keityn, Edgar Barrera, Jorge Villamizar

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

A: Definitely pop songs, which include catchy hooks, popular chord progressions, and an upbeat rhythm.