My Approach
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My Production Process In 5 Steps
1. Discovery → Get Clear on the Vision
We start by locking in the heart of what you’re making—your goals, your sound, and the story behind the music.
✓ No more creative fog. Just a focused, aligned path forward.
2. Refinement → Strengthen the Songs
We shape your best ideas into something cohesive and emotionally powerful—through arrangement, co-writing, or musical direction.
✓ Your songs start hitting harder. And sounding more like you.
3. Organization → Stay in Creative Flow
I handle the moving pieces—session prep, feedback rounds, and file wrangling—so you can stay focused on the music.
✓ No more stalling out mid-project. Just steady progress.
4. Capture → Record with Confidence
In the studio, I guide and engineer your performances with care—helping you deliver takes that feel alive, not overworked.
✓ You sound like your best self. And it shows.
5. Presentation → Hear Your Music The Way It's Meant
From edits, to mix to master, we give your music the clarity, warmth, and finish it deserves—so it hits on any system, and holds up over time.
✓ A release-ready record you’re proud to share
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My writing and production style combines precise craftsmanship with maximalist musicality. We’ll be a great fit if you love:
Sophisticated Harmony — rich chords, reharmonization, complex progressions
Intricate Grooves & Rhythms — melodic basslines, syncopation, polyrhythms
Creative Unorthodoxy — breaking conventions in unexpected ways
Thoughtful Expression — lyrics & music with intellectual depth and emotional impact
Genre Fusion — pulling ideas from multiple traditions to create something truly unique
Seven Tenets of My Approach
There are seven tenets to my musical approach that shape every project I work on. It’s not the right fit for everyone, but for the artists it does resonate with, it tends to unlock something powerful. Here they are:
1. Deliberative
Intentional, detail-driven production where every choice works together for the end vision.
2. Maximalist
Building rich, complex productions that flesh out every nuance of the music
3. Eclectic
Seamlessly fusing influences from multiple genres to craft a sound that feels fresh and unexpected
4. Tactical
Stay organized, make progress, and achieve goals reliably and consistently
5. Inventive
Break rules, push boundaries, and take risks, to find ways to make unique music
6. Holistic
Use of a well-rounded and diversely-informed perspective to connect the hidden dots in a project.
7. Balanced
Aim to challenge minds and touch hearts so that the music being made is meaningful
My Musical Roots
- Harmonic and melodic complexity of Jazz
- Soul of R&B and Gospel
- Rawness of Hip-Hop
- Groove and rhythms from Latin traditions
- And daring textures of alternative and experimental sounds.
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What Professionals Say About Me
- Deliberative: Intentional, detail-driven production where every choice works together for the end vision.
- Maximalist: Building rich, complex productions that flesh out every nuance of the music.
- Eclectic: Seamlessly fusing influences from multiple genres to craft a sound that feels fresh and unexpected.
- Tactical: Structured to reliably and consistently stay organized, make progress, and achieve goals.
- Inventive: Break rules, push boundaries, and take risks, to find ways to make unique music.
- Holistic: Use of a well-rounded and diversely-informed perspective to connect the hidden dots in a project.
- Balanced: Aims to challenge minds and touch hearts so that the music being made is meaningful.
1. Deliberative
Intentional, detail-driven production where every choice works together for the end vision.
2. Maximalist
Building rich, complex productions that flesh out every nuance of the music
3. Eclectic
Seamlessly fusing influences from multiple genres to craft a sound that feels fresh and unexpected
4. Tactical
Stay organized, make progress, and achieve goals reliably and consistently
5. Inventive
Break rules, push boundaries, and take risks, to find ways to make unique music
6. Holistic
Use of a well-rounded and diversely-informed perspective to connect the hidden dots in a project.
7. Balanced
Aim to challenge minds and touch hearts so that the music being made is meaningful
“CJ is an exceptional engineer, music producer, and content curator. His dedication, diligence, and unwavering commitment to his craft are truly remarkable… His presence alone elevates any environment, and his relentless pursuit of excellence consistently yields outstanding results…”
“CJ’s attention to detail and finely-tuned ear allow for precision that I’ve rarely seen elsewhere in my career. If you are looking for a passionate audio engineer who will invest their very soul into your recording project, I would absolutely recommend working with CJ.”
“He is personable and professional. His attention to detail is impeccable and he pays close attention to the needs of the artist… He makes everyone’s jobs easy and leaves the guess work out of the production process… I would highly recommend booking CJ for all your engineering and production needs!”
The best records aren’t made by accident—they’re made through true partnership.
When we work together, you get a collaborator who’s hands-on, honest, and fully invested in your outcome. I’m not here to just press buttons or agree with everything. My role is to actively shape the process, challenge ideas, and ensure every detail supports the vision for your music.
You bring the raw creative spark; I bring the experience, structure, and perspective to translate it into a record that stands up to your own standards.
Here’s what you can expect:
Respectful but Bold: I’ll push creative boundaries and offer direct feedback, but never impose or warp your artistic intent.
Open Communication: Frequent check-ins and transparent conversation keep us aligned and the project moving forward.
Structured Feedback: I focus on clear, consolidated feedback and decisive progress — not endless revisions or circular debates.
Trust in the Process: Creative input is welcome, but micromanagement isn’t. I need room to do my best work, just as you do yours.
Great music comes from a collaboration where trust, respect, and clarity lead the way. I lead when leadership is needed, support when it’s right, and always keep the focus on what serves the song best. Creative differences are handled directly and constructively, with the shared goal of making your music as impactful as possible.
Ego gets checked at the door. My job is to create the space for your best work, while steering the process to deliver real results.
If that’s the kind of working relationship you want, let’s talk.