John "Shy" Russell on SoundBetter

International (Stockholm and LA) Award Winning genre-bending Songwriter and Producer. Mentored by John Legend, formerly signed under RedOne. Producing and writing for Major labels and Networks around the globe.

Hi, I’m John.
My passion and skill set are centered around helping artists find and achieve the sound they hear in their heads, and turning those ideas into a clear, focused sound. I also specialize in adapting and tuning different styles to be a bit more "Radio ready".

If you’ve ever said, “I haven’t been able to find someone who can bring MY sound into the world,” I want to be that help to get you there.

I’m a huge advocate for the “student for life” mindset — always looking to the past and present to learn from what people have done and are doing, regardless of age, genre, or style.

I’ve produced and written songs inspired by the nostalgic rock vibes of Queen and ABBA, to the soulful sounds of Frank Ocean, and Labrinth, all the way to the modern sounds of Chapel Roan and Olivia Rodrigo.

I would say the most common feedback I hear from artists who work with me, is how much they love my vocal productions, everything from the comping/editing to the choral and harmony arrangement.

Let’s work together to discover and bring your unique sound into the world.

Send me an email through 'Contact' button above and I'll get back to you asap.