I want to use the Mixing and Production skills and tools I use to help Ludacris and Big named artist remain a on top in the music industry to help everyone. Credits: Ludacris, Justin Beiber, Usher, French Montana, McDonalds, Google, Youtube, etc. Songs i've Mixed and Produced.
If you want your song to have the same vibe and polish as what's currently in rotation, and desire a radio-friendly mix to compete with the big artists, then look no further. With over 15 years experience behind-the boards, I have cemented myself as one of today’s leading independent producers and recording/mixing engineers having worked with major artists including Justin Bieber, Usher, French Montana, Ty Dolla $ign, Zendaya, and more. New resides in Atlanta working as right-hand to Chris “Ludacris” Bridges as his personal Producer and Engineer/, as well as Chief of Production, Producing all the original music for his multimedia company and Emmy-nominated animated musical children’s series Karma’s World.
I am also lead producer and mixing engineer for nearly all of the musical content associated with Ludacris’ other venture KidNation, an online educational children’s entertainment and learning platform. I've had great success in sync and licensing creating original compositions for some of the world’s largest brands including McDonald’s, Google, Sony, Warner Brothers, Netflix, Apple, Delta Airlines, Roland, Mattel, and more. I can bring that same level of expertise to your project.
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Endorse Gerald" The Sound "KeysKeys makes dope music. He is a very versatile producer. Plus he mixes. We got some dope stuff on the way! Super dope to work with !
Excellent musician and engineer! I’ve worked with Keys for many years, and he never fails to deliver. From production to mixing/mastering, he’s your go-to guy!
Keys is a phenomenal engineer, and music producer. I 100% endorse Keys, He always provides quality work. Also, he is very reliable!!!
- Buddy Bangs
Gerald is by far my favorite engineer and producer to work with. He has such a passion for music he always make sure to put his full effort towards the work. Every time he work with him it is a guarantee your music was sonically sound amazing!
Interview with Gerald" The Sound "Keys
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: You will leave knowing you can get from A-Z
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Seeing an idea become tangible.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What is their purpose in recording music.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: It's ok to not know what you're doing. You learn as you go.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My hard drive, laptop, interface, ableton push, headphones.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: My Career path is to an overall record man. I've been in the recording and music field since 2005 and have been working professionally since 2009.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Catering to the clients taste.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would love to work with Beyonce to see the level of talent she possess.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: use emotion over technical.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: All Genres.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Coaching and Polishing Records.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring experience from working with some of the best producers in the industry with the last 20 years of hits. Since i am an engineer by trade im able to polish demos and help artist reach their fullest potential.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: When I start with a new artist I love to hear what they are listening to and where they are trying to go musically. I then work with an artist to get a demo, then i let the artist live with it so we can record the best performance for the reocrd.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: - My studio setup consist of macbook pro and tower - Universal Audio Apollo with all UAD Plugins -Waves Plugins, lots of plugins -SE Mics, BLUE Mics, Pearlman Mics -
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I draw from the past and the present sound of music to keep a sense of trendyness and classic elements to bring the best out of an artist and song. People like Babyface and LA Reid, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Timbaland, Dj Quik, BattleCat, Metro Boomin, Mike Will, Zaytoven, Kanye West, Pharell, Jeff Bhasker.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Most of my work consist of producing records from the engineers seat. I am an engineer by trade so when i produce i mix and edit as i go. I love vocal producing and coaching people through singing/rapping. Making beats is a heavy need of my clients along with understanding how to get from A to Z in the record making process.
- Mixing EngineerAverage price - $100 per song
- Recording StudioAverage price - $75 per day
- ProducerContact for pricing
- Beat MakerContact for pricing
- Programmed drumContact for pricing
- Songwriter - MusicContact for pricing
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Contact for pricing
Turn around time after i receive files will be 2-7 business days.
- Ludacris
- Usher
- Justin Bieber
- Pro Tools
- Ableton
- FL Studio
- Universal Audio
- Waves
- Izotope
- Black Lion Audio
- Antelope Audio
- Lavry
- Burl
- Dangerous Music
- SSL
- NEVE
- DBX
- Plugin Alliance
- etc