Music Producer, Audio Engineer

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

A: Last year I worked on a project called Don't Miss The Bus" by Alex Anonny. This was the first project and produced fully from beats to mixing. I loved the experience and it helped me gain a new level of respect for music. I pushed myself in ways i had never before especially as a mix engineer.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Right now I am working with Alex Anonny , Eskay Home , Teapot716 and Keisha Plum. They are all amazing artist currently working on completing new EPs.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Digital, I mix in the box.

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

A: I will go above and beyond. Allow as your willing to provide the opportunity.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Learning new information.

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

A: How much do you charge? Do you have auto tune? Can I have a free beat?

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

A: It's easy and doesn't require any effort. The studio is just one big party.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: How can I help you stand out and achieve your vision?

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

A: Don't be afraid to take a chance on people.

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

A: Macbook , Akai midi controller, audio technica ath-m50x, apollo twin, tlm602

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

A: 17yrs as a music producer and 7yrs as an engineer

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Relaxed, confident, soulful and curious.

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

A: Jay-Z , his album Reasonable Doubt" is the reason why I fell in love with music.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Vibes are everything. Don't lose the vibe and feeling in the song being to technical.

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

A: I am usually producing and mixing RnB and Hip Hop records.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: Music production (Beats)

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: 15 yrs of music production insight. A desire to deliver a great product and an open mind willing to try new things pushing boundaries.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: For beats, I can craft a sound around what the artist needs or showcase a selection of pre made work that fits the vibe of what your looking for. For recording and mixing. I aim to deliver a quality sound and bring to life the artist's vision for their song.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I use Pro tools 12 with a m audio project mix controller. I record with an WA87 mic. Other mics used in studio are AT2020 and an SM57. I have Yamaha HS5's and KRK Rokit 8's for monitoring.

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

A: Other musicians that inspire me are 9th wonder, Young Guru, Mixed By Ali, Just Blaze and Ryan Leslie.

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

A: I provide recording, mixing and beats for my clients.