MultiGenre Producer & Musician

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

A: I worked on a cover EP for Jaelyn Kay, and it features some of her dads vocals on them. Her father passed away in 2020, but he was in a cover band since the mid 90’s. Jaelyn learned everything musical from him by playing with him on stage for years, but she never had a chance to actually record any music with her dad. I was able to round up some old live recordings from her dads band from the 90s, and was able to isolate some of his vocals, and mix them into a handful of re-recorded cover songs she is doing. So now, she has some recordings of her and her dad singing together. Something that was thought to be then impossible, I was able to help achieve and create. That is what this job is all about for me :)

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I am currently and always working on hopefully the next big song! When I’m in the studio at the desk, I treat every song as if everyone in the entire world will hear it

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

A: Matt B. He did a great job helping me out mastering before. His credentials are great, and his work is also great!

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. Each song requires different needs, and that’s the same with analog vs digital. Most modern sounding songs will require a good amount of digital with possibly some analog mixed in. To achieve a more classic/vintage sound, starting in analog is usually a good thing. A good well rounded sound can have both analog and digital mixed in. I love having both readily available.

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

A: To create the best song possible for them. Whether it’s producing, mixing, sessions, or master, I will always put my best efforts in to make the best song possible!

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: The fact that I get to help someone with their creative aspirations and dreams. Music can bring true raw emotion and feeling into people, and the fact that I get to help others create that sense of feeling to their listeners is truly the best part of my job.

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

A: The question I get the most is “I have a project/song I’m working on. Can you help me get it to sound like _______?” My answer is always OF COURSE! I will do my best to achieve the sound you’re looking for!

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

A: That anyone can do the same thing, for less… while everyone has their own style and way of working, no two people do things the exact same way, and everyone’s mix will come out sounding at least slightly different than anyone else’s. So choose the right person when deciding on who you go with. Never just pick the cheapest option, because sometimes the work will represent the price.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What is your main goal for this project? Who do you most closely associate your sound to? What type of sound are you looking to achieve? Who are some of your biggest inspirations?

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

A: Always go into a project having a good idea of what you want, but always be open to suggestions at the same time. Always think of yourself with more potential than you thought! And ALWAYS send/use your best and cleanest sounding takes!

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

A: My self-custom made guitar, my production hardware/software, my favorite mic, a pair of good headphones, and midi keyboard. Bonus item: guitar picks… no matter how many you have, you can never have enough of them

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

A: I started playing guitar and singing since 4th grade, and have been performing live since highschool/college. My mixing and producing journey started in college, and has grown immensely since then

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Upbeat and always emotional. Whatever vibe the song needs is what my style is. I’m always moulding my abilities to fit whatever style the song calls for

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

A: I love working with all artists! But my favorite artist to work with is probably Jaelyn Kay. Her talents and abilities vocally are impressive, and her songwriting abilities are a thing of beauty. She is so easy to work with, she knows what she wants her songs to sound like but is also open to creative suggestions. She always brings her A game to the studio

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Always keep your ears fresh. Never be afraid to walk away from the mix for several minutes and come back with a fresh set of ears. This can save you a lot of headaches and time down the road on each song and each mix.

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

A: I’m a big advocate for pop rock. I love everything 90’s. I do singer/songwriter productions as well. I have done extensive work in country, from modern to classic and everything in between. Punk rock and party rock are some of my favorites. Beach, reggae, and Caribbean music have travelled through my home studio as well.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My ability to look into a song and see its full potential. I have 10+ years experience in both live performances and producing, so my skills have been polished and stood strong and everything that has been thrown my way

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring life to songs! Whether it be by instrument, production, mix, or master, I try to bring life to a song and make it breathe something that emotes the feeling that the listener will get while listening

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: It all depends on the project and the approach needed for each! Though I may nitpick myself and may be a bit critical to myself while I work, I find that it helps ensure a beautiful track or song. I always strive to keep the process as organic to each project as possible!

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: A home studio that packs a punch! Logic Pro is my software weapon of choice. I have some neat analog gear, most favorably a stereo channel preamp that adds some unexplainable beauty to just about anything that runs through it. I have a nice collection of guitars that are all my babies. I’ve always been one to best utilize whatever it is you have to work with, and to never cut corners when creating.

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

A: I love Jack Antonoff both as a producer and song writer. The 1975 are a MUST! All eras of Taylor Swift. All things and everything 90’s. I love how all of these people and genres texturize songs,

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

A: Producing, mixing, and mastering songs! Sessions work as a guitarist as well!