J.Evans
I'm J.Evans, a seasoned veteran in mixing and mastering for RnB, soul trap, and trap music. With precision and creative flair, I elevate tracks to professional standards. My goal is to enhance your music's clarity and impact, ensuring it's ready for any audience. Let’s achieve sonic excellence together.
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Interview with J.Evans
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I'm proud of a recent project called HYHM - AVRNS, where I mixed and mastered the album. My role involved fine-tuning each track to achieve a cohesive sound across the album.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I am currently working on multiple tracks for an upcoming RnB album, focusing on creating a distinct sound that sets the artist apart.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: While I focus on my own clients, I recommend browsing SoundBetter for professionals with standout reviews and demonstrated expertise in your genre.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: I prefer digital for its precision, recallability, and convenience, especially important in a fast-paced professional environment.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: My promise is to deliver a sonically superior product that aligns precisely with their vision and exceeds industry standards.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I love the transformation process, taking a raw mix and refining it into a polished, professional sound that artists are proud to share.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Clients often ask how they can prepare their tracks for mixing. I advise them to ensure clean recordings and provide clear notes on their vision and any issues they’ve noticed.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: The biggest misconception is that mixing and mastering can fix any issues in a recording; while they enhance sound quality, the original production's quality is crucial.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I ask about their musical influences, the emotional tone they aim to achieve, and any specific requirements or concerns they have about their track.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Look for a provider with a proven track record of enhancing songs in your genre, and who clearly communicates their process and expected outcomes.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: I'd take a computer, an Akai MPK Mini MIDI controller, mastering-grade headphones, a 100" TV for detailed visual feedback, and KRK Rokit 8 monitors.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I've been in the music industry for over 7 years, I started as an artist myself, then quickly turned to specializing in audio engineering with a focus on mixing and mastering.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style is meticulous and detail-oriented, focusing on achieving pristine audio quality that complements the artist's vision.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would like to work with frvrfriday for his innovative approach to RnB and trap.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Always reference your mixes on multiple sound systems to ensure consistent quality across different playback environments.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I primarily work on RnB, soul trap, and wavey trap music, tailoring my services to enhance these genres.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My strongest skill lies in technical aspects of audio work, particularly mastering, ensuring optimal sound quality.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring a clean, polished mix and a stunningly loud master that ensures the track performs well on any speaker system.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: My process involves a detailed discussion to understand the artist's vision, followed by rigorous technical adjustments to perfect the track's sound.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a quadruple monitor setup, krk 4's and a pair of Sennheiser mastering headphones.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Travis Scott, Don Toliver, SZA, Drake, Metro Boomin.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I specialize in mixing and mastering services, enhancing tracks to meet professional standards.
