Pilar Icazuriaga on SoundBetter

I'm a versatile bilingual multi-genre singer & topliner with 10+ years of experience performing live and in studio. I'm passionate about exploring what the song needs and what will enhance it. I take every project with enthusiasm, creativity and responsibility.

Hi! I'm Pilar :)

I have a smooth and very versatile sound that goes great with indie/acoustic, pop/rock, jazz, latin, rap and electronic genres. I can go from airy mid-low dark/sexy timbres to bright and shiny. I'm ready to do your lead and backing vocals, help you harmonize and create melodies and lyrics for your songs.

My music journey began at EMC, Berklee International Network in Buenos Aires. Since then, I've collaborated with numerous artists, and performed at plenty of venues and festivals across the country.

Here's how our collaboration typically unfolds:

- You message me and tell me what you're looking for. You may attach your song so I can listen to it right away!
- We talk and agree on the terms and once the project is funded, I start working.
- I send mp3 clips for your approval and feedback (first ones usually in less than a week).
- Once you are 100% happy with the results, I send you the dry vocals and you can release the payment.

(Includes 3 FREE revisions. In case more are needed, an additional fee will be requested)

I think communication is key to bring your ideas to life. I'm super friendly and flexible and will always be there to answer to any doubts as soon as I can :)

Vocals are recorded at my home studio [ Wunder FET U47 mic / Apollo Twin ]

Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you!

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

Credits

Languages

English
Italian
Spanish

91 Reviews - 12 Repeat Clients

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by JP
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An absolute professional and a joy to work with! Pilar is flexible, attentive, and dedicated to the project. Ten out of ten!"
by Brian H.
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I have nothing but great things about Pilar. She always goes above and beyond and improves every song we've worked on. Thanks again Pilar!
by Massimo P.
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Very good performer, quick to understand and quick to perform the song. Excellent communication and very nice, I highly recommend her, Max.
by Clinton N.
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Amazing to work with Pilar! Extremely talented writer and knew exactly what direction we were trying to go for. Also very great with communications and always kept us up to date on timeline which i absolutely appreciate. Would highly recommend
by Aaron P.
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Pilar is an incredibly gifted talent and and aboslute professional! With a speedy turn aorund she was able to get me exactly what I requsted in such a timely manner. This definitely won't be the last time I work with her!
by Verkevo
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Pilar is amazing! Always delivers excellence. I'll sure keep working projects with her, top notch. Highly recommended.
by Brian H.
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I've worked with Pilar many times now and the results are always amazing. Thanks again Pilar!
by Timo Wilson
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PIlar is great - she sang with much feeling and really fit the mood of my song, while showing impressive range. Very communicative and professional. Highly recommend.
by Justin D.
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I have worked with Pilar several times and she always delivers great work. She has elevated many of my songs with her wonderful back up vocals. I highly recommend working with her.
by Tobias Bergson
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Pilar is a great Vocalist she did a great job
by EI b.
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Very kind and fast
Attractive and charming vocal tone and nice vocal skill
She knows how to draw!
I will work with her again!
Thank you!
by Ashenfield
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Pilar was quick to assess the vibe of the whole project, delivered amazing vocals with proper format quickly. Absolutely enjoying the song way more with her touch on it!
by Brian H.
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Pilar does really great work, and with impressive turnaround time. She communicates well, and is very accommodating and collaborative. She's the best!
by Lucas C.
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Pilar is great! Beautiful voice & very patient. Lovely to work with!
by Itamar t.
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She has an excellent voice and is very easy to work with, she is very nice 🫶🏼❤️
by rjmalka
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Pilar really goes the extra mile, and she has a lovely voice. More than happy to work with you to get you what you need. Book without hesitation!
by AURA (UK).
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We have had an amazing time working with Pilar. As first-time users of Soundbetter, she really understood the vibe we were going for and used the references we provided. With the end result being better than we could have hoped for! Pilar was really polite, hardworking and understanding from beginning to end, and we would definitely work with her again!
by James J.
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What a beautiful experience, from start to finish Pilar, has given 100% dedication. And produced something that has taken my breath away. Thank you so much.
by Glimmerous
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Pilar is a great singer to work with, that's for sure! She has flexible vocals, is willing to work with you and change anything you need, and is very professional and kind. She also has very reasonable pricing for her services. She sang my song exactly how I imagined it. If you're unsure of who to hire, you should honestly just hire her.
by Dave L.
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Pilar is a delight to work with. She's very communicative and will keep you apprised at all stages of the project. She'll take the time to listen and form a plan prior to recording so that she can capture the vibe that you're looking for.

She is a professional and delivers high quality work.

I'm looking forward to working with Pilar again.

Interview with Pilar Icazuriaga

Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I like to take my time to listen to the song and to the references the clients send me. That usually gives me a clearer idea of what they're looking for. Then, I work on the topline or just learn the song in case it's already written, and go straight to recording. I normally work on the lead first, and then I go for the backing vocals and adlibs. Once I have my full idea ready I send it to the client and make the necessary revisions until they're 100% happy with the result.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a home studio set up with Wunder FET U47 mic, Apollo Twin converter and virtual UAD pre: Neve 1073, Manely Voxbox, Neve 1084. I work with Protools.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I do a lot of toplining, vocals and backing vocals recording. I send everything edited and ready to add to your productions.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I always work with Rodrigo Genni. He is an amazing musician, drummer, percussionist, productor and mixer. If you have a demo and need production, mix or whatever besides lyrics and vocals, let me know and we'll team up.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I know trusting your music to someone you don't know can be a challenge. I'll make sure to provide open communication and an harmonious space to talk about your project and I will work until you are totally happy with the result.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I love meeting people all around the world and having the chance to use music as the most beautiful link.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I work most frequently on electronic, indie pop, jazz and folk music. But I'm open to explore any genre. I love the challenge!
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: I think my strongest skill is my versatility. I can adapt to lots of genres without loosing my own color and authenticity.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: What I bring to songs is an intuitive and sutil interpretation. I love to transmit through airy sounds and I know when to bring a more full voice when necessary. I think it's all about sound exploring and connection.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I'm inspired by music that instantly puts me in a mood when I listen to it. Some of my favorites now and then are Radiohead, Billie Holiday, Phoebe Bridgers, Jungle, Clairo, Thomas Dybdal, Babasónicos, Fito Páez.