I am a Japanese composer with numerous accomplishments. I create great melodies (toplines) with my unique taste.
I am Makoto Ogata, Composer in Tokyo.
With a strong foundation forged in the dynamic world of commercial production, I am a versatile composer dedicated to crafting captivating music. My career trajectory, marked by collaborations with renowned Japanese artists like YUKI and PUFFY AMIYUMI, alongside a robust portfolio of commercial jingles and video soundtracks, underscores my ability to seamlessly adapt to diverse musical landscapes.
I excel in creating infectious pop melodies and harmonies, but my creative range extends far beyond that. I am confident in my ability to deliver exceptional music for any project.
My technical proficiency is complemented by a keen artistic sensibility, allowing me to transform ideas into sonic realities. I am proficient in Digital Performer from MOTU and eager to contribute my skills to your next project.
Let's create something extraordinary together.
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
Languages
- English
- Japanese
Interview with Makoto Ogata
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I wrote the lyrics and music for a song called "advance" by an artist named TOKIO. This song became the artist's signature song.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Singing practice. I want to sing better. Because I want to make it a better song.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Maybe I don't know anyone on SoundBetter.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Often made digitally. Because it's convenient and semi-permanent.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I won't let you lose money.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: It means that I can create works that will live longer than my own lifespan.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: What genre do you specialize in? It is pops and rock.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Misunderstanding? I don't think there are that many misunderstandings.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Why are you requesting me? I need you to tell me specifically what kind of music you want me to make.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: I don't speak English that well. However, e-mailing in English is not a problem.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Knife, generator, phone, net, mirror
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I have a unique background in that I became a musician after leaving a video company. I started making a living as a musician about 15 years ago.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Pop melody maker that moves people's hearts
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Fall Out Boy、Aerosmith、Hikaru Utada、etcetera, etcetera,,,,,,I could go on and on naming artists, but I want to work with artists who need me.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: I believe it is important to be conscious of making music that makes people want to sing when they hear it. And for that reason, whenever I make music, I always make music while singing too!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Pop, rock, electro, and various other types of music.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: It is to create a top line, a melody.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Songs that bring the scenery to life. Songs that naturally move you emotionally. I always create music and songs with that in mind.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I listen to your requests and images, and create the music. Then, after repeated checks and revisions, I complete the music.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: His PC is an Apple iMac, his music software is MOTU Digital Performer, and he owns many other instruments and plug-ins such as WAVES, Spectrasonic, UVI, and VIENNA.Basically, I complete my music with these software.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: My personal favorite artists are rock musicians such as Aerosmith and Oasis, but I listen to music mainly for the melody, so I prefer to listen to a variety of musicians, not just rock. And I get inspired.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Provides music to artists. Produces music for commercials and other video music. Production of Background music
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Contact for pricing
- Singer - MaleContact for pricing
- Songwriter - MusicContact for pricing
- Sound DesignContact for pricing
- Track minus top-lineContact for pricing
- YUKI
- Fall Out Boy
- Daft Punk
