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Production |
Mixing | General | Financial
Production
- Does J work with Indie
Artists?
Yes, J loves to work on Indie Projects.
- Does J work with all genres?
Yes, although J does have his specialties,
he prides himself on being able to adapt to
all projects.
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Will
J produce my project?
If J believes in your project,
he will be more than happy to discuss the
possibilities.
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Why
do I need a producer?
The producer is the one element that can
make or break your project. Having someone with the
background,
organizational
skills, contacts, passion and ears for music
is crucial to a successful project. Without
this source behind your music, there will be
a noticeable void.
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How much say will I have in my project?
Complete, this is your project. It is J's
role to present you with the best options for
your project, it is your role to decide which
option to take.
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Will
J engineer my project in addition to producing
it?
Yes, J is a highly skilled engineer.
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Will
my project be mastered?
Yes, J understands the importance of a mastered
project and offers mastering as part of his
service. There are times when J feels a fresh
set of ears are needed, and uses one of
his specialized team members.
- Will my project stand up to major label recordings?
Yes, J and his team have all worked
on many "A" Level
Projects, and are more than capable of
delivering an "A" Level Product.
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Do I
need a full production team?
No, however it is always best to work
with a specialized team and J hires only
the best
people for the job. There will never
be any unnecessary people eating the
budget.
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Will
J critique my demo?
Absolutely. Please feel free to submit
it for a free critique. (Additional
critiques are available as a service
for hire).
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Will
J supply the material for my project?
If you are not a songwriter, J will help
you find the right material for your project.
Custom songwriting/co-writing
services are also available upon request.
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Will
J supply the musicians for my project?
If you are a solo artist or a band in need
of musicians, J will not only help you find
musicians, but he will help you find what he
feels are the best musicians for your project.
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How long will it take to complete my project?
Although every project is different, some
take as little as a week, some a month, and
on the rare occasion some take a little longer.
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Can
J help me get a deal or sell my songs?
Although there are no guarantees, J would
be more than happy to give you advice and point
you in the right direction.
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How
do I know that J is legitimate?
In addition to being on the board of AES
(Audio Engineering Society), a published author,
and an educator at some of the best audio schools
in the world, you can find a list of J's credits,
his discography, as
well
as
testimonials
on
this
site. J is also available to talk and answer
any questions that you might have.
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Mixing
- Do I need a mix engineer
to mix my music?
Yes, most
would agree that mixing is an art that takes
years to master, and this art can make or break
the acceptance of your final product.
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Why
should I have J mix my music?
J has over 20 years of experience, great
ears, and the ability to deliver a great mix.
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Why
wouldn't I just have the recording engineer
mix my music, as well as, record it?
It has become common practice in the industry
to have a second specialized engineer (mix
engineer) lend an unbiased opinion to your
mix, especially when
dealing
with singles. Again, you're choosing J for
his years
of experience,
great
ears,
and
the
ability
to
deliver a great
mix.
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How
can I be sure I'll get the mix I
am looking for?
You will have a chance to come in at the
end of the session and give the final approval.
If you are unable to come in and give final
approval
of the
mix,
J will
send
you a copy allowing you to spend some time
with
it and request any changes.
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Can I hire J to mix one song, before I commit to having him mix my entire project?
Yes, you should be sure that you are satisfied.
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How
long will it take to mix my song?
Although this can vary from song to song,
J typically spends approximately one day per
song.
- Can
I add more tracks to my song once J has started
mixing it?
Although it is recommended that your song
be completed before sending it, J can always
go back and add tracks to the mix; he can do
this even after the completion of the mix.
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General
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How can I copyright
my own songs?
You can copyright your songs by filing
the appropriate forms with the U.S. Copyright
Office.
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Can
J help me with performing rights organizations?
Yes, this is included for any artist that
is under development with J.
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Can J provide photos for my project?
Yes, J works with some of the finest photographers available.
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Can J provide the artwork for my project?
Yes, J works with some of the finest graphic artists available.
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Can J provide the manufacturing for my project?
Yes, J works with some of the finest manufactures available.
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Can J get my songs into the iTunes store?
Yes, J can assist you with this.
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Do I
need a distributor to get my music out?
No, there are many ways for you to get
your music out. And while traditional distribution
is one of them, it is not necessarily the best
choice.
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Can J help me with radio promotion?
Yes, J can help connect you with radio
promoters.
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Can J provide me with a website?
Yes, J works with some of the finest web designers available.
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Will
J promote my project?
J has the contacts to promote an artist
but he cannot guarantee he will pitch your
project. J is very selective about what
he promotes.
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Do I
need a manager or an agent?
It is recommended that artists look into
these possibilities when approaching the completion
of their project.
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Will
J help me find a manager or an agent?
Although there are no guarantees, J will
be more than happy to discuss the possibilities
and make any recommendations.
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How far in advance do I need to book J's service?
You should always allow yourself enough time for scheduling and availability. Depending on the service, a month is usually sufficient.
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Is J
available for rush projects?
There are always holes in the schedule
that allow J to book a last minute session,
however, these dates are subject to availability.
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What if I don't
live in town?
Most of J's clients are from out of
town. So
he offers his time in blocks and may
be able to assist in housing or hotel
recommendations.
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Will
J travel to us?
Yes, there are
definitely times when it would be more
appropriate
for
J to
travel
to
you, and he has contacts at many of the finest
studios this country has to offer.
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What makes J and his team better than one in my city?
When hiring J you're getting over 20 years of specialized experience, and a highly skilled team that can deliver the product that you're looking for.
- Does
J offer consulting?
Yes, J is a highly trained and
skilled producer/engineer. He
has been
an educator at some of the best audio
schools in the world, is on the board
of AES (Audio
Engineering Society), and a published
author. Not only does J offer consultation
for artists interested
in working
with him,
but he
also
offers consulting as a service for hire
for artists
simply looking for advice.
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Financial
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How much will my project cost?
Every project has different needs,
however J's clients can expect superior
quality, professional work at reasonable
rates.
For additional information on J's
services, and rates please contact us.
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Can
J work within our budget?
Yes, although J does have set rates,
he can typically work within any
reasonable budget.
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Do we
have to sign a contract?
No, absolutely not. However, if you
have any questions or concerns, please
feel free to bring them up for discussion.
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Does J
accept credit cards?
Yes, we currently accept credit cards
through PayPal.
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Does J
offer financing?
Yes, we offer financing to qualified
clients.
- Can
J help me find an investor?
Yes, although there are no guarantees,
we can present select projects
to investors.
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