Lucas Mathers

Music Producer

Lucas Mathers on SoundBetter

"CALLER iD*’s Mission is as an artist is to relay to the youth that phones and technology have an effect on anxiety and depression. CALLER iD* is an imaginative character who is trying to figure out how to identify himself while being in a toxic relationship with the internet. In a way, the internet has become the only way for him to identify.

Seeking full-time employment. I currently reside in Los Angeles. I am a recent graduate from CalArts with a Music Technology Major and a Digital Arts Minor. Night hours are ok. I am 22 years old; I enjoy working with people and I’m a genuine person with a positive outlook. Reliable Transportation.
Experience
Young Producers Group Music (YPG) Technology Tutor - teaching young children on the basics of music production. 2019 Academic Year
California Institute of the Arts: Work Study Program: Music Technician, Technical support, Audio Engineer - Set up and run live on campus performances. 3 Semesters starting 2019.
Hey Tanks LA: Skilled Labor: various labor and driving duties for my Dad’s water harvesting business: Hauling materials and equipment, assisting seminars and events, installation assistance: 4 Summers starting 2016
Education
Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA): Orchestra / Music High
School Technology focus; Graduated 2018
California Institute for the Arts (CALARTS): Undergraduate Junior Year; Music Technology Major and Digital Arts Minor; Graduated 2020

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Languages

  • English

Interview with Lucas Mathers

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

  2. A: John Tejada’s Compilation Album for Touched Music: “Future Stars 2”

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

  4. A: Noah grossman’s EP

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

  6. A: Not that I know of.

  7. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  8. A: Digital. We are living in a digital world.

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

  10. A: That if we work together properly, we will get the job done.

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

  12. A: I like to make people satisfied and happy with their music.

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

  14. A: What kind of music do you make? I can make anything I set my mind too.

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

  16. A: Taking things personally.

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

  18. A: What sound are you trying go for?

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

  20. A: Keep an open mind.

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

  22. A: Akg 414 Audient Pre Amp An Auratone Vox Amp Computer with Ableton

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

  24. A: My career path is to exceed my own creative expectations. I eventually want to tour and play for crowds of people. Touring has been my dream ever since I started producing nine years ago.

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: I would describe my style as Monk Punk

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

  28. A: I would like to work with Kendrick Lamar because he could teach me about his approach to lyricism.

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

  30. A: Make sure everything is sitting where you want it to be in the mix.

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

  32. A: I work with an array of different music but it usually has a hip hop backbone.

  33. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  34. A: Composition in Ableton.

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

  36. A: I try to reflect the artists vision I’m working with.

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

  38. A: Fast paced production for a quick idea, then I proceed to layer vocals if need be. Before a track is completed I go over it multiple times, usually over 30. During that time I will add some raw elements like an instrument, synthesizer, or a percussion element.

  39. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  40. A: Ableton Aura tones Audient Pre Amp Vox Amp Akg 414 (desert island) Shaker and various drums

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

  42. A: Rick Rubin JPEGMafia

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

  44. A: Produce and Mix their work. Able to produce any genre for my clients.

GenresSounds Like
  • JPEGMAFIA
  • Kendrick Lamar
  • Playboi Carti
Gear Highlights
  • Akg 414
  • Roland TR - 8
  • Vox Amp
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