Audio Engineering, Vocals

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

A: On a song called "Body by Hollywood Haze". I was on the chorus. I also Recorded and Mixed the finished project.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Mixing and developing vocal-focused projects for independent artists preparing releases. also possibly releasing a EP.

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

A: Not yet...

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Digital: Because it’s precise, efficient, and allows for fast iteration without sacrificing quality.

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

A: I focus on clarity, communication, and delivering a final product that translates well across all listening environments.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Taking a rough idea and hearing it turn into something that actually feels like a finished record.

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

A: “Can you work with my raw recording or does it need to be studio quality?” Most clients send home recordings. I can work with raw audio as long as it’s clear and not heavily distorted. “Can you fix timing and pitch issues in my vocals?” Yes, within reason. I handle timing alignment and pitch correction as part of the editing process. “Do I need to be in a studio to get a good result?” No. Most projects are done with home recordings, but cleaner recordings will always give better results.

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

A: That mixing is just turning things up or adding effects. In reality, most of the work is balance, cleanup, and subtle decision-making. Also please record everything as clearly as possible.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What’s your reference track? What vibe are you aiming for? Are your vocals final or still being developed?

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

A: Send clean files, be clear about your vision, and trust the process: good mixing is collaboration, not correction.

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

A: Logic Pro, a reliable audio interface, a solid condenser mic, headphones I trust, and a basic MIDI controller. Simple setup, maximum flexibility.

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

A: I’ve been working in audio engineering for several years, developing through hands-on studio work, freelance projects, and continuous practice across different production environments.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Clean, modern, vocal-focused mixes with strong clarity and controlled dynamics but im always learing and experimenting so this may change.

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

A: Dr. Dre so i can see his workflow in action.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: I would usually say "Don’t fix everything with plugins—good editing and clean recordings solve more problems than heavy processing ever will." but i am coming to notice, once you learn to do this instinctually, you develop new methods and experiment on how to get where you want to go.

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

A: R&B, Hip-Hop, and Pop, but I’m open to any genre that relies heavily on vocal performance.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Vocal work—especially cleaning, tuning, and making vocals sit naturally in a mix without sounding over-processed.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: For Engineering: Clarity, depth, and structure. I take messy or raw recordings and turn them into something intentional, balanced, and ready for streaming platforms. For vocals: I bring a unique sound and character that helps the performance stand out while still sitting naturally in the mix.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I start by organizing and cleaning the session, then focus on vocal comping and editing, followed by mix balance, effects, and final polish. I always prioritize clarity and emotional impact.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I work in Logic Pro and Pro Tools using a Focusrite interface, professional-grade plugins, and a streamlined setup focused on accuracy, vocal clarity, and efficient workflow. If a professional studio is required, I can arrange studio rental at an additional cost.

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

A: Dr. Dre and Michael Jackson’s post-production work heavily inspired me. I studied their approach during a lesson at SAE Institute, where I learned how precision, discipline, and attention to detail in the studio can completely transform a record from good to timeless.

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

A: I mix vocals and full songs for R&B, Hip-Hop, and Pop artists. Most work involves cleaning up raw recordings, balancing vocals with the instrumental, and turning rough demos into polished, release-ready tracks.