Guitarist, Bassist, Songwriter

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I’m currently developing a live performance and short film hybrid, where I perform my original songs with my band alongside an interconnected cinematic narrative. We’ve performed the show twice so far and are now looking to develop it further and take it to larger audiences and venues. The project explores the relationship between live music, film and storytelling, with the songs and visuals woven together to create a more immersive experience than a traditional live performance.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Analogue, if resources weren’t a factor. I love the character, imperfections and natural feel of analogue recording, but realistically I work primarily digitally. Regardless of the format, I try to capture things as naturally and authentically as possible at the source. I prefer getting the raw recording right rather than relying heavily on plugins and post-production to create the sound afterwards. For me, the best productions start with a great performance and a great recording.

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

A: I promise to always give your song my full attention, be honest with you, and listen to what you want. I’ll bring my own ideas and creativity, but I’ll always respect your vision and do everything I can to make sure you’re genuinely happy with the final result.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: What I love most is the creative process — taking an idea and watching it develop into something completely new. I love those moments where an unexpected idea, sound or combination suddenly brings a song to life. I also love collaborating with different artists and learning how they hear and feel music. Every project is different, and that constant discovery is what keeps me excited about making music.

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

A: “How much creative input will you have?” I see myself as a collaborator, not just someone who follows instructions. I’ll always respect your vision and do what you ask, while bringing my own ideas and suggestions when I feel they could strengthen the song. Ultimately, it’s your song, and my job is to help bring your vision to life. “What if we get halfway through and I don’t like it?” If the project really isn’t working, I’m always happy to change direction, try new ideas and find what feels right. The goal is to make you happy with the final song, so I’m open to feedback and adapting throughout the process.

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

A: The biggest misconception is that my job is simply to make a song sound “better” or more polished. For me, production is about much more than making something sound pretty. It’s about helping bring new life to a song — finding the emotion, character and story within it and figuring out how to bring those things to the surface. I see myself more as a collaborator than a hired gun. I want to understand what the artist is trying to say, contribute my own ideas and explore possibilities together. Sometimes that means making subtle changes, and sometimes it means completely reimagining an idea. The goal is always to make the song feel more like **itself**, not just more polished.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: I like to understand the artist and their vision before starting. Some of the things I’ll ask are: * What are you hoping to achieve with the song? * What do you like about the song as it is, and what do you feel is missing? * Are there any artists, songs or sounds you’d like to use as references? * How do you want the listener to feel when they hear it? * Are there any musical directions or ideas you definitely want to explore — or avoid? * How open are you to experimenting and taking the song somewhere unexpected? Most importantly, I want to understand 'what you feel the song needs', rather than simply what you think it should sound like. That gives me the freedom to bring my own ideas while keeping the artist’s vision at the centre.

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

A: Be open, honest and clear about what you want, how you feel and what you’re trying to achieve with the song. Don’t be afraid to say what you like or don’t like — honest feedback is always more useful than trying to be polite. I’ll do the same. I’ll always be honest about what I think is working, what could be improved and what I believe would make the song stronger. I think the best music comes from a collaborative relationship where both people feel comfortable being completely honest and open.

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

A: I'd probably go with an electric guitar, a Rhodes, my hollow-body bass, a Neumann U87 and my laptop (with interface and solar powered battery)

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

A: I began my career as a session guitarist in my mid-teens before transitioning into songwriting for myself and others in my twenties. My professional journey is rooted in the vibrant London underground scene, where I have spent years performing and collaborating with a diverse range of artists and bands. This background has allowed me to develop a versatile musical perspective and a deep understanding of the collaborative process.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: My style is genre-fluid, blending alternative R&B, soul, funk, hip-hop, indie and jazz with influences from a wide range of musical worlds. I like combining unexpected ideas while keeping the music cohesive, melodic and groove-driven. Rather than working within one genre, I let each song dictate its own direction.

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

A: André 3000, He's incredibly musically curious, moves between genres naturally, and isn't afraid of ideas that shouldn't theoretically work together

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: I believe in the "less is more" philosophy. I often find that a creative, low-fi "ghetto fix" is the best way to make a track feel authentic, intimate, and deeply personal.

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

A: neo-soul/alternative rnb singer-songwriter/ acoustic folk Alt-rock/grunge/metal House/DnB (vocals and writing)

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My strongest skill is musical versatility. I draw from a wide range of genres and influences, often combining ideas that wouldn't traditionally sit together. I'm highly adaptable and quick to develop ideas, whether that's a melody, harmony, groove or production concept, and I enjoy turning unexpected combinations into something cohesive and original.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring a strong sense of musicality, groove and atmosphere, with a focus on making a song feel unique without losing its emotional core. I’m particularly interested in finding interesting harmonies, textures and rhythms that complement the artist rather than overpower them. I like to experiment and take things in unexpected directions, while keeping the songwriting and overall feeling at the centre. I bring a collaborative approach, fresh ideas and a strong attention to detail — whether that means developing an arrangement, finding the right sound, adding musical parts or simply helping a good idea become a great song.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I like to start by understanding the artist, the song and the direction you're aiming for. I’ll usually discuss references, influences and the overall feeling we want the track to have before getting into the production. From there, I focus on building the core of the song — the groove, harmony, arrangement and sonic identity — while keeping the artist's vision at the centre of the process. I prefer to develop ideas organically rather than forcing everything into a predetermined formula. Once we have a strong foundation, I’ll refine the production, arrangement and details, then send over a first version for feedback. I’m very open to collaboration and like to use the revision stage to make sure the track feels completely right for the artist. My goal is to create something that feels personal and musical, rather than simply sounding like a particular genre or reference.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I operate a small home studio designed for efficiency and creative collaboration. My setup features a versatile collection of instruments, including three bass guitars, two electric guitars, an acoustic guitar, and two MIDI keyboards. By utilizing Logic Pro as my primary DAW, I have optimized my workflow to quickly capture inspiration, develop collaborative ideas, and deliver high-quality session work without delay.

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

A: André 3000 Michael Kiwanuka Monte Booker

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

A: I specialize in helping clients develop their songs through collaborative songwriting, adding instrumental flair, and refining song structures to bring a unique, professional touch to their original compositions.