Ilko Birov on SoundBetter

I compose cinematic music that tells a story. From scoring a feature-length film to crafting evocative songs, my work blends emotion and atmosphere to enhance storytelling. Whether you need an immersive film/game score or a song that resonates deeply, I bring narratives to life through music

I am a composer, songwriter, and mastering engineer with a passion for storytelling through sound. Whether you're an indie filmmaker, game developer, or music producer, I can bring your vision to life with cinematic depth and emotional impact.

🔹 Bespoke Film & Game Scores – I craft immersive soundtracks that enhance storytelling, blending orchestral, electronic, and ambient textures.

🔹 Songwriting & Production – I write evocative songs that capture emotions and narratives, from dark folk ballads to atmospheric indie and beyond.

🔹 Professional Mastering – With over 100+ cinematic underscore albums mastered, I deliver polished, industry-ready soundscapes with clarity, depth, and impact.

Let’s collaborate and create something powerful together!

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Credits

Discogs verified credits for Ilko Birov

Илко и Косьо
Илко и Косьо
Amadea Music Productions
Илко и Косьо

Languages

Bulgarian
English

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by Tessa L.
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Working with Ilko was a fantastic experience all-around. The communication was excellent. He made me feel very supported from start to finish. He's very talented, genuinely kind, honest, and so easy to work with. He was able to bring my very personal lyrics to life in a very honorable way. He made the collaboration process truly enjoyable. I feel very lucky to have found him and highly, highly recommend!

Interview with Ilko Birov

Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Recent projects include: scoring a WW2-themed computer game producing a song based on my client's lyrics mixing and mastering a client's music rerecording instruments for a client, mixing and mastering their song
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: My friend Ven I: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/485793-ven-i I've collaborated with Ven on multiple projects. He's consistently professional, experienced, and a pleasure to work with.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Personal, story-based, with attention to detail,
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: A good recorded performance is better than hours of editing and aligning in post.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Telling a story through music.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Composing, Songwriting, Music Production, Mastering, Arranging
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I was co-writer on a song for a film, also performing guitar and vocals on the final version. I think the song turned out nicely.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: The fact that every project is different, and allows for lots of creativity.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That it can be done easily and quickly.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I always like to learn more about the project, so usually that is my first question.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: 1) laptop 2) Shure SM57 3) Martin D28 4) Fender Stratocaster 5) Headphones
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I began writing songs in high school, and have been writing since then. I've since branched out into different things, and that is the beauty of music, in my opinion. Professionally, I began getting scoring and production work at the start of the pandemic, when I was doing less live shows.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Anyone who is committed to their art, and does it with a passion.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Acoustic singer-songwriter music, as well as cinematic trailer and underscore.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: My own personal touch and aesthetic.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I typically start with setting my priorities for the job at hand. If it is a production job, I will usually find a sound palette and prepare my writing template.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a home studio with Cubase Pro and the latest versions of plugins from Waves, Native Instruments, Brainworx, etc.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Elliott Smith, Townes Van Zandt, Steve Albini, Max Martin

Ilko Birov - Mrs. James

I was the Composer, Arranger, Producer, Multi-Instrumentalist & Singer in this production

Songwriter - MusicAverage price - $100 per song
Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $70 per song
Mastering EngineerAverage price - $50 per song
EditingContact for pricing

4 revisions per track. Up to 4 days per track production, up to 2 business days per track master. Communication however you prefer: email, phone, chat.