Keyboards - Synths in Charlottesville

I am Hammond organ, piano and keyboard player with over 25 years of experience of playing in bands and recording in studios for various artists in my country and region.

I've had the privilege of collaborating with some of the industry's biggest chart-topping artists including Demi Lovato, Niall Horan & Marina (and The Diamonds). With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in creating dynamic and memorable keyboard tracks that perfectly complement any project.

I'm a synth / keyboard player bringing those vintage 70s, 80s & 90s vibes. My collaborations as musician, producer, singer & songwriter have garnered over 25 million streams & counting.

Credits include Mickey Thomas (Starship), producer Desmond Child, songwriter/producer Dennis Lambert, Herbie Hancock and more. Over 35 Years Of Creative Studio & Live Performance Experience Working Alongside, As Well As Sharing The Stage With Some Of The Industry’s Top Grammy Nominated/Winning Producers, Songwriters & Performing Artists.

Nashville veteran songwriter/producer/player with golden ears.

I bring radio-ready production & mixing to songs that have appeared on various Spotify playlists and music placements. Let's work together and make some magic!

John Athayde is a musician, producer, and remixer based in Charlottesville, Virginia. After numerous years in the DC music scene with Honor By August (bass, keys, vocals), Juniper Lane (guitar, keys, vocals), and No Second Troy (bass), he moved to a farm and setup shop in the barn. He records and performs as Rotoscope and Boboroshi & Kynz