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Creative percussion recordings for your music

Hello all!

I'm happy to offer you creative percussion recordings. My main goal is to support your music, from simple percussion parts to a massive-sounding percussion orchestra.

After traveling around the world, gathering sounds and rhythm philosophies from different music styles, I developed the sensitivity to feel and map the inner groove of a track.

With vast experience in recording for creators of different genres, I mostly record for producers who need to blend the sound of traditional drums and percussion with modern and up-to-date productions.

Using mostly drums from Africa, Brazil and India, I offer textures and sounds that can work in styles like EDM, Hip Hop, Pop, Funk, House, Jazz, and Afrobeat. I usually do not play Latin percussion and music.

I will record my percussion on music that I can contribute to, and that inspires me. I will not take any job, as it is essential for me to feel connected to the music.

What I offer:
• A solid multitrack percussion recording.
• Creative percussion ideas recorded to offer your music a different flavor
• Edited perfectly so you can easily cut, arrange, mute, play with the different parts

Would love to hear from you. Click the contact button above to get in touch.

Credits

17 Reviews - 4 Repeat Clients

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by Sylvia Navarro
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Ben is truly amazing. He elevated my piece so much!
by Marc Luciano
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Ben is an outstanding musician! Looking forward to working with you again :)
by Devitt E.
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Ben captured the feel that I was looking for on the first try. I am very pleased
by Dove-i
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Ben did a really great job! Just right and in good taste ;-)
by Zachary L.
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Ben promises "creative percussion," and he delivers every time. I am so impressed with his work. Looking forward to working with him again in the future!
by Zachary L.
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Ben is a fantastic percussionist. His creativity and vision added so much to the song! Highly recommended!
by M
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Ben is a joy to work with.
He is friendly and professional with very high quality output and performance.
He even delivered ahead of schedule and I look forward to working with Ben again.
by Zachary L.
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Ben is a fantastic percussionist. I’ve worked with him a few times now, and it’s always great experience!
by Zachary L.
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This is my second experience working with Ben, and he did a fantastic job both times. His skill and creativity was just what my song needed!
by Zachary L.
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Ben did a fantastic job for my song. He was very easy to work with, and recorded excellent, creative percussion which enhanced the song so much.
by Jenae A.
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Ben is a versatile percussionist who is delivers in a timely manner and over delivers. We added to my track way more than I expected and I loved it. Will definitely be working him again on all my percussion needs.
by Ryan G.
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Ben earned my trust right away by being a fast communicator, and a good listener... it was clear he was going to work to deliver exactly what I was looking for. He more than met the needs for my project, and I would highly recommend him.
by Ry W.
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Ben was wonderful to work with. His playing added value to my song and imbued it with high style identity. His communication was excellent. I’ll definitely be using his services and art again in the future. Thanks Ben.
by Chris C.
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Besides being an outstanding Percussionist, Ben has a commitment to getting his work done & to a very high standard. He had my track back to me in under 48 hours. One can hear his love for his alchemy. I would love to do live work with Ben once the world settles down. Than you Ben
by Felix S.
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Great sounds and playing. Very nice guy, easy to work with and responsive. Puts a lot of energy and love into the music.
by Andrew U.
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Ben blessed my song with a slew of well-recorded world percussion parts. 10/10 would work with again!
by Sylvia Navarro
Ben is wonderful to work with. He knows exactly what I'm aiming for whenever we chat. I'm looking forward to working more with him. Thank you, Ben!

Interview with Ben Aylon

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Gear: Motu 8M, Stam Audio 1073 Stereo Preamp, Roland Space Echo RE-201 Mics: AKG 414, Shure 57Beta, Shure 58, Unknown ribbon mic, Blue Baby Bottle. Percussion: Senegalese Drums: Thiol, Mbeng Mbeng, Talmbat, Nder, Calabash Guinean Drums: Djembe, Sagbang, Kinkini, Doundounba Brazilian Drums: Alfaia, Pandeiro, Tamborim, Caxixi Indian Drums: Nagara, Nagari, Dholak, Kanjira Afro-Cuban Drums: Okonkolo Other: Homemade Shakers, Bells, Chimes and many more crisps.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Super professional work. Clean, fast and highly creative.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: People mostly look for the conga sound but African drums or other unique sounding percussion can be used in popular music as well. It's not about the name of the drums, but the vibe and tone you get out of it.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Universal sounds and grooves
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Creative sounds and percussion parts
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I create the flow and atmosphere needed to make it real
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I listen to the music for a few times, getting the feel and vibe of it and then I start adding layers of percussion. First I create a solid version that fully supports the music and then I expand for more artistic and creative ideas.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Im inspired by African drumming which contains the secrets for multi layered thinking and playing. This is the most important ingredient in percussion playing, the understanding of how each part can effect the flow and feel of a tune.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I record percussion parts which support the track and music on the best side