Pop/RnB Singer/Writer (NEW!!!)

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

A: I worked on a song for a client who wanted an original song for his daughter. It was just a small project, I wrote the lyrics and melody, and my vocals were used as well, but the feeling of being a part of that still makes me happy when I think about it.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I am working on an EP for my own solo project! I am also improving my mastering skills.

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

A: I don't know of anyone just yet!

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both! Digital is quicker and easier to play around with. Analog is more fun to use, the tones are richer, and it encourages you to commit to a sound early.

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

A: I promise I will treat your project like my own and put significant care into the final result. I promise I will never provide unoriginal work.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I like storytelling through music. When you get the lyrics and melodies to come together, there is a feeling of excitement that is really fulfilling. I also love to provide a niche service that helps people with their needs, it makes it worth it.

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

A: For vocals, can you send stems? - Yes! For vocals, can you provide harmonies and doubles? - Yes! Can you imitate the sound and style of another singer? - Yes! For songwriting, can you include this specific line? - Yes! Etc...

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

A: For songwriting, I think people think that it is an easy process. There is a lot of trial and error that goes into it and is much more tedious than it may seem; especially when you are writing about ideas and concepts that need to be translated correctly, and done justice.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What genre of vocals/songwriting are you looking for? Who is the intended audience (If any in particular). Any particular mood for the song? Key details that would help the meaning of the song?

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

A: Provide all the details and files that are requested/necessary, it makes it much easier for a provider to get started on a project for you.

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

A: Sm58, Laptop, Midi controller, audio interface, guitar

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

A: I am a singer/songwriter with over 15 years of singing experience, 7 years of songwriting experience, and 5 years of audio/production experience (Logic Pro). I previously worked on another freelancing site and wrote around 50+ original songs as well as cut vocals for half of those projects.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Emotional, introspective, unrequited kind of vibe. Alt-pop/Singer-Songwriter

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

A: There are so many small artists I want to work with, but for clarity, Coldplay. I think it would be super fun to write and perform an Alt-rock ballad.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Side-chain your wet effects (Reverbs, echoes, delay).

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

A: I love singing and songwriting in genre's like: alternative, folk, singer-songwriter, RnB, Pop, and Indie. I have always wanted to cut vocals for some EDM tracks as well.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Both vocals and songwriting.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Strong and versatile vocals, and thought provoking lyrics and melodies; I am able to sing and write in many different styles and genres as well. Often, I like to use a more emotional singing and lyrical style, blending falsettos and light vocal textures throughout records to build the soundscape.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: When I am actively cutting vocals, mixing, or producing, I like to dial in key sonic elements early and build the record around those key parts. I do a lot of trial and error while building a record, always trying new things and getting out of my comfort zone. My work process for writing lyrics and melodies is different, I will take a walk with a journal and slowly find the words and sounds that feel right. Eventually I will come back to a work space and then organize them in a cohesive manner.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I work in a sound treated room, with industry standard microphones and audio interfaces. I work in Logic Pro and alternate between analog and digital equipment.

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

A: I am inspired by musicians like Labyrinth and Jon Bellion, their ability to create everything themselves at such a high-level is incredibly motivating for me.

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

A: I most commonly provide vocals and/or write original songs and melodies.