Andru Santos

[Bilingual] Hip-Hop Producer

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Andru Santos on SoundBetter

BILINGUAL American / Latin Songwriter, (you`re type) Beatmaker and Producer with more than 10 years of experience. Specialized in hip-hop (trap, rap), urban and pop. Over 1M organic streams combined and counting on my biggest indie releases including "MCH - Salsa" and “TAIGER - Andru Santos, MCH el Markuzi, Tom Vin”.

If you’re looking for something innovative and original, I'm your guy. Written and Produced multiple singles, albums and EP´s.

Born in the USA and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, I bring a unique perspective in culture, innovative sound and creative ideas to your project. I’ll make your song or project reach its full potential, amplify your creative voice, while maintaining its touch of personality.

I specialize in Beatmaking, Songwriting (English and Spanish) and Vocal Production. I can also Mix/Master and play multiple instruments such as guitar, bass and keys.

I’m an experienced artist myself so I can contribute to your process with a deep understanding. I can help with lyrics, singing and even creativity if needed.

Services Include:

Entire process from an initial idea all the way to a finished mixed and mastered track.

Send me a note through the contact button above.

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

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

14 Reviews - 1 Repeat Client

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  1. Review by Alejandro Cornejo
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    Andru has been an excellent client, responsable and kind. Great experience

  2. Review by Samuel W.
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    Andru was a great producer and mixing engineer. His English is perfect and he has a great understanding of catching the vibe of a studio session. He specializes in hip hop, which shows! He is willing to do many revisions of a mix until you’re satisfied and is very on time! Would Recommend!

  3. Review by Aco Beats
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    Andru delivered once again on point and quick. he made the perfect trap drums for my track. Always a pleasure to work with him

  4. Review by Aco Beats
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    Top tier! It was a pleasure to work with Andru. He understood exactly what I needed and delivered on time

  5. Review by Lulu Galiano
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    It was amazing working with andru on my latest single! He cooked up a vibe really quick. super creative and professional

  6. Review by Jeronimo
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    I had my last song mixed and mastered by Andru. He knows the in’s and out’s of hip-hop and where to keep each element. Very responsable and profesional person, Will Hire Him again for my next album

  7. Review by Juli Canabal
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    Fue un gusto trabajar con Andru. Hizo 3 vocal prods con afinación y me dejo la voz impecable.

  8. Review by Paz Maria
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    by Paz Maria

    Andru did some vocal production on my last album. He left the vocals sounding crisp and tuned to perfection

  9. Review by nicopodesta96@gmail.com
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    by nicopodesta96@gmail.com

    Andru hizo 3 tracks para mi empresa de diseño, en todo momento supo entender lo que necesitaba y entregó el trabajo a tiempo. Volvería a trabajar con el

  10. Review by Tine
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    by Tine

    Andru produced one of my biggest hits “Rich sin rody” hitting over 14k streams on Spotify. He understands the logic behind a hip hop beat and is always willing to propose new ideas. Great experience

  11. Review by giuli
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    by giuli

    Grabe 2 Tracks con Andru para mi último EP, increíble persona y calidad de trabajo ! Muy atento a los detalles y profesional. Tiene conocimiento sobre el género que trabaja y sabe interpretar lo que busca el artista

  12. Review by Gonza Otto
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    by Gonza Otto

    I had a great experience working with Andru ! He made some insane beats for my next album. Creative, fast and efficient. Highly recommend

  13. Review by Ale Cornejo
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    by Ale Cornejo

    I’ve collaborated with Andru Santos on multiple projects. He’s the ultimate proffesional, hard worker and a master at his craft.

  14. Review by Santiago Benitez
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    by Santiago Benitez

    grabe vientos con el y quede muy conforme con el resultado.
    Desde el minuto 1 entendió lo que necesitaba ademas de super equipado .

Interview with Andru Santos

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

  2. A: My last album "CARMESÍ". I rapped, sung, wrote and produced. I am especially proud of this project because I feel the aesthetics were on point and we were able to discover not only a unique and uniform sound, but also a concept developed through out the project.

  3. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  4. A: At the moment I'm working on a hip hop album, a pop EP and singles for multiple artists. I´m also making tracks for businesses and kids TV shows.

  5. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  6. A: Alejandro Cornejo. A friend that I work often with, I trust him and know he will deliver a professional product.

  7. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  8. A: Digital mostly because of genre. I also think it´s possible in this day in age to get to a similar place using only digital. All though I would love to try out analog in the future.

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

  10. A: I will do everything in my power to get you´re track to it´s full potential. I will deliver a finished song and we will take all the steps necessary to get there. I will respect you´re process and share mine to add value and help you express you´re ideas with clarity.

  11. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  12. A: Being connected to artists and sharing perspective and different ways to endure a creative process.

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

  14. A: Customers most commonly ask about how I work or what is my creative process. I proceed to explain to them my process: Start with a simple Idea, Melody or reference track. From there start adding sounds until I have an idea going. Sprinkle some vocals in while still adding or cutting out sounds. Define structure and arrangements. After that focus on sound design, pre mix and record final vocals. Edit vocals. Mix and Master.

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

  16. A: Artists sometimes think producers can make an idea, voice or lyrics that sound awful sound great but the most important aspect of creating a good song is the initial material. We can only enhance that idea to it's full potential.

  17. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  18. A: What are you aiming for? Do you have a reference track? What sound are you attracted to? Which artists do you listen to? Do you have any ideas other than lyrics and melody? How open are you to modifying the initial idea?

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

  20. A: Be clear on what you're looking for. Have you're sound in mind as clear as possible. Use reference tracks. If you are looking to do something that stands out all of this is important. The clearer you are with you're vision the more producers can add to the idea.

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

  22. A: Computer, Audio Interface, Headphones, Microphone, Notebook.

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

  24. A: I have been playing music for more than 10 years. Stated in a garage band at 13 where I experienced my first songwriting and productions as a guitar player and singer. Later studied music and specialized in production and digital composition (Beatmaking, producing in DAW). Parallel to this I started my own career as an artist where I Rap, Produce and Sing.

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: Original, Organic, New Wave.

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

  28. A: I'd love to work with Baby Keem because he is also an Artist/Producer like myself.

  29. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  30. A: Don't impose ideas. Instead focus on expanding the artists idea to it's full potencial.

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

  32. A: I usually work on Hip Hop/Urban and Pop music.

  33. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  34. A: I'm very good at creating a clear vibe, manipulating the songs energy until it makes you feel something, a clear emotion.

  35. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  36. A: Fresh ideas, originality and perspective. I try to expand the initial idea to it's fullest without erasing the songs core.

  37. Q: What's your typical work process?

  38. A: Start with a simple Idea, Melody or reference track. From there start adding sounds until I have an idea going. Sprinkle some vocals in while still adding or cutting out sounds. Define structure and arrangements. After that focus on sound design, pre mix and record final vocals. Edit vocals. Mix and Master.

  39. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  40. A: My studio setup is simple but efficient. I work with an Audient ID14 Interface at home and in the studio with a UAD Apollo Twin. For speakers KRK Rokit 5 or Adam a7x . Midi Alesis Keyboard and as a DAW I use Studio One and Logic Pro. For vocals Rhode NT1A for ideas and transporting but for final takes i'll use a Manly Reference.

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

  42. A: Some musicians/artists that inspire me are Kendrick Lamar and Kanye West for their creativity. I also like Drake and The Weekends capacity of staying fresh and innovative with their sound. Somme music producers I like are Pharrell also for his innovative ideas and Nico Cotton (Argentinian producer) for his unique sound design.

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

  44. A: Produce song from scratch. Includes defining a concept, structure, lyrics (in some cases), music, vocal production, melody, editing, mix, master.

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Andru Santos, MCH el Markuzi, Tom Vin

I was the Producer, Songwriter in this production

Terms Of Service

All rates will be assessed according to individual project needs. Several revisions until we get to a place of agreement.

GenresSounds Like
  • Baby Keem
  • Drake
  • Kendrick Lamar
Gear Highlights
  • UAD Apollo Twin
  • Manly Reference
  • Adam a7x
  • Rokit KRK 5
  • Audient ID14
  • Alesis V19
  • Studio One
  • Logic Pro
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SoundBetter Deal

For every first SoundBetter project receive a 5% discount. Also receive a 10% discount when hiring for an EP or Album.

  • All my catalogue now available on Spotify !Mar 16, 2023

    You can listen to all my productions under "Andru Santos" now available on Spotify :)

  • Added a few beats to my new channel !Feb 24, 2023

    You can now find Type beats by me on my YT channel "lacocinadelsantos". Any SoundBetter client that wants to work will be receive a 50% discount, let`s talk :)

  • Started a beat channel !Feb 16, 2023

    You can now find some of my beats on "Lacocinadelsantos" YT channel. Hit me up if you like any of them and we can work on it through this platform ;)

  • Changing terms of service.Feb 14, 2023

    Once the job is funded I will do as many corrections necessary until we get to a place of agreement. I`m willing to work until the artist and myself are satisfied. Let`s make it happen.

  • **15% discount for my next job**Jan 27, 2023

    I´m looking to grow my Sound better profile. I´ll be giving a 15% discount for my next job ! We can make all corrections necessary until we get it right. Let´s lock in :)

  • **15% discount for my next job**Jan 24, 2023

    I´m looking to grow my Sound better profile. I´ll be giving a 15% discount for my next job ! We can make all corrections necessary until we get it right. Let´s lock in :)

  • Starting out a great year !Jan 16, 2023

    So far it´s been a great year. Already produced multiple tracks outside of Soundbetter and also got my first gig of the year with a returning client :). Aiming for a premium account this year, very hyped and motivated to get to work.

  • Happy to be back :)Jan 12, 2023

    Just closed my first job of 2023, very exited to see what the year has in store for me !

  • First job of 2023 :)Jan 06, 2023

    Just got hired for my first gig in 2023 within the platform. Super hyped to work on a bunch of projects this year !

  • HAPPY 2023 !Jan 03, 2023

    Hyped for what this year has in store. Very exited to work on upcoming projects. Starting out the year fresh and ready to receive new proposals ! 

  • Merry Christmas and Happy New Year !Dec 29, 2022

    It`s been a great musical year. We released countless singles and projects surpassing 1M organic streams on Spotify. Thank you all for being a part. 

    Super hyped for what next year has in store !

  • ***HOLIDAY DISCOUNT***Dec 20, 2022

    Holiday discount still active ! 

    5% discount on type beats all throughout December ! Includes Beat + Mix. 


  • ***DECEMBER DISSCOUNT STILL ACTIVE***Dec 12, 2022

    I´m giving a 5% discount on type beats all throughout December ! Includes Beat + Mix. 

  • Finishing up a great year !Dec 05, 2022

    2022 has been a great year. Passed 1M streams on Spotify 100% organically for the first time. Made a bunch of awesome tracks and had a great time. I`m very happy with how far we`ve come and thankful to everyone who trusts my work.

  • ***HOLIDAY DISCOUNT***Nov 30, 2022

    I´m giving a 5% discount on type beats all throughout December ! Includes Beat + Mix. 

  • "Qué sale hoy?" my latest POP/RAP production for "Family Clan" Now Available !Nov 28, 2022

    Just released my latest POP/RAP production for "Family Clan - Qué Sale Hoy?", a Hip-Hop trio from Argentina. Had so much fun making this track. It is now available to listen on Spotify and YouTube. Hit me up and let´s make an original and new idea from scratch like this one ! 

  • Just finished a ghostwriting + production reggaetón track for an overseas client.Nov 24, 2022

    I recently got contacted by a production school in the US to make a full reggaetón track for their class. I did vocals + production + mix. Had an awesome experience. Super hyped to bring the Latin vibes overseas ;)

  • Hit 34K monthly listeners on Spotiify!Nov 22, 2022

    Just hit 34K on Spotify listeners this week. Very thankful for all the support and team working with me. You can listen to my catalog under "Andru Santos". Most songs are produced and composed by me :)

  • I´m giving 10% discount on "Type Beats" next week.Nov 18, 2022

    Send me a couple references and I'll make YOU´RE specific type beat ! Trap, Drill, Boom-Bap, Pop, Latin/urban. Valid from 11/21 to 11/25. 

  • Have you heard FAMILY CLAN EP ?Nov 14, 2022

    Family clan EP is my latest release passing over 700K in Spotify streams. I participated in production, composition and performance. Very proud of this project, had so much fun with it.

  • Just sent my profile for Premium review.Nov 10, 2022

    Super hyped about becoming a premium member! I will give a 10% discount on my first 3 jobs after being accepted. Can wait to make some bangers :)

  • About to hit 700K on my latest co-production !Nov 07, 2022

    https://open.spotify.com/track/0Uj3TsPJU8Yk4lwNPR2C7v?si=fbf8c8b280244d25

    I recently released this banger with my brothers which I composed and co-produced. Super hyped about the results you can achieve when you zone in on the process! We were literally just having fun. 


  • Check out my latest song that blew up a few weeks ago !Aug 11, 2022

    For this banger I did co-production, vocal production and wrote some lyrics. It´s available on all platforms and has an outstanding music video by Valentino Calcagno.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbEzcgWML5E&lc=UgwYcZ7gk7wmAJtuhCl4AaABAg