"How can you help me?"
I eliminate the frustration and doubt that singer-songwriters struggle with during their projects while helping them express their true artistic vision. I do this with a start-to-finish production process.
I bring a unique perspective to each project with my background in as a bandleader and engineer. My focus is on creating emotionally impactful music that resonates with your audience. Helping you to be respected and remembered.
"What kind of artists are you the best fit for?"
I’m the best fit for artists who open-minded, hard-working, and ready to seriously invest in their careers. My ideal collaborators are Jazz and R&B singer-songwriters influenced who are ready to challenged creatively.
I specialize in providing these artists with a complete solution to getting their projects from idea to finish line. If you’re passionate about making an impact through your art and open to a collaborative process that respects and amplifies your unique voice, we’re likely a great match.
"Who are you?"
I’m Jordan Alexander, but you can call me CJ. I’m not just a producer and audio engineer. I’m a self-taught writer and classically trained jazz saxophonist who’s spent 15 years immersed in the world of music, from performing and writing to directing and engineering.
My journey through music has been fueled by a blend of formal training and self-taught experiences, allowing me to bring a unique perspective to every project. My passion lies in working with artists to create music that’s not only technically sound but also emotionally compelling. I believe music enriches lives, and my mission is to support artists in sharing their stories with the world.
"Why shouldn't I work with you?"
I believe that finding the right fit for your needs is crucial for a successful collaboration. That being said,— I’m not the best fit for everyone. Here’s a few reasons why working with me may not be for you:
Values: I value of honesty, accountability, and positivity. If that doesn’t work for you, then we should not work together.
Professionalism: My process relies on your clear communication, timely decision-making, and ability to follow directions when needed. If that’s too much, then we should not work together.
Autonomy: For our collaboration to be successful, I need your trust to work in autonomy. If you need control and micromanage your trusted collaborators, then we should not work together.
Committed To Invest: If you’re not ready to invest seriously in your career or stick to a payment schedule, then my ability to be limited.
Social Responsibility: Artists have an impact in society. If your music and brand are harmful to the black community, then I can not work with you.
If you find that I don’t meet your needs or expectations, I encourage you to explore other options that better suit your preferences and goals.
"What's your process?"
My production process is grounded in collaboration and tailored to each artist’s unique needs:
- It starts with a comprehensive planning phase to align on your vision.
- We refine your songs/ideas through consultation, direction, or co-writing.
- I organize all logistics for recording, so you can focus on creatively executing.
- During recording, I to push you to your best and capture unique sounds.
- Post-production is executed to present your music as it’s meant to be.
Our collaboration will be defined by a tight feedback loop, with you being involved in every decision, from the initial concept to final mastering. This ensures the music we create together not only meets but exceeds your expectations, fully embodying your artistic vision.
"What do I need to do to get started?"
Get started by registering your interest with this form. We’ll schedule an initial conversation to discuss your project, musical aspirations, and specific needs.
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to dive into recording, this is the first step toward bringing your vision to life. Before our chat, consider your goals, inspirations, and any questions or concerns you have. Together, we’ll make the way for your project’s success.
"What are your rates?"
My rates vary based on the complexity of the project. I prioritize quality and authenticity in every project, offering flexible payment schedules to ensure your music reaches the public. Visit my pricing page for more details and to find the perfect package for your project.
FAQ
General Questions
My office hours are 10AM to 6PM, Monday through Friday. During these hours, I’ll be fully focused on bringing your project to life. Extra work outside of these hours will incur a convenience fee, however, I’m happy to make an exception for scheduling recording sessions and rehearsals.
I operate remotely most of the time and work out of larger studios for recording sessions. Since my equipment needs vary from project to project, I keep a certain amount of equipment and rent a studio in a more furnished studio when it’s needed. It’s really having higher quality tracking rooms that make the biggest difference and not just audio equipment. It means I can track the band members individually to save time on logistics or I get them all in one room for a more organic recording.
We’ll communicate via email mainly and use phone or video calls as needed. Please don’t text me or social DM anything related to your project. I can not keep track of project communications outside of email and ensure that you have a smooth, professional experience. Now, if for any reason, an artist ghosts me for 20 business days at any point during our project, then I will pause the project until a date to resume work is decided.
Please let me know at least 72 hours before the appointment time. Usually, I try to be as flexible as possible if I have sufficient notice and I try not to sweat stuff like that life throws at you. However, my rescheduling policy is that insufficient notice for an absence or multiple reschedules will incur a convenience fee. If you’re late, then unfortunately I can only promise to go until the previously agreed-upon end time.
I’ll never share your songs in a malicious way, but I do share some things on social media and will update my portfolio. Occasionally, may get feedback from my peers on the quality of my work so that we both know you’re getting the best from me. This is done privately and they do not have the ability to share your music afterwords.
What you should know is that I do reserve the right to share results of the work I do for you on social media, my websites, with publications, and to submit work for awards for my contribution to your music. Most of the time it’s pretty much making posts on my socials, BTS content, updating my portfolio, and linking to your music once it’s out. If you have any secrecy requirements, then please tell me before we work together so we can make sure things work for everyone.
While I don’t offer marketing or distribution services directly, I’m happy to share occasional advice and connect you with trusted industry professionals who can help in those areas, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed.
When contributing original material to a song, I take a publishing split. We’ll sign a songwriter split sheet and have letters of direction ready before finalizing the project, ensuring clarity and fairness in rights and royalties management.
Absolutely, my portfolio page features a variety of projects I’ve worked on, complete with examples and testimonials from artists across genres. This will give you a clear idea of my production style and the quality you can expect.
Upon the final payment is when you will get everything promised!
I do not deliver any materials before the payment is completed. You will easily be able to listen and give feedback on your music and the work we do on it though.
Yes, I can arrange for high-quality session musicians to meet the specific needs of your project. The cost will depend on the complexity of the requirements, but I’ll provide a custom quote upfront. My aim is to ensure you have the best talents contributing to your music while keeping an eye on budget considerations.
Maintaining clear and consistent communication is a cornerstone of my service. I establish regular check-ins and updates throughout the project. I also set aside time to be accessible for any questions or feedback you might have. This open dialogue ensures we stay aligned with your project’s goals and vision, avoiding any communication gaps.
While music production involves a degree of creative exploration, my goal is to closely align with your vision through active listening, detailed planning, and continuous feedback. By using reference tracks and maintaining a tight feedback loop, I aim to ensure the final sound authentically reflects your envisioned outcome. While exact replication of a mental sound image can be complex, I’m dedicated to reaching the closest possible realization of your vision with professional quality.
I prioritize clear and consistent communication throughout the production process to ensure we’re always on the same page regarding timelines and expectations. My organized approach and dedication to accountability mean that I treat your project with the utmost care, ensuring that deadlines are met without compromising quality. Your satisfaction and trust are paramount, and I’m committed to delivering on time, every time.
Clarifications On How I Work
With the exception of recording sessions, you can get work done outside of my operating hours for a surcharge and if I agree to the work. It’s at my discretion to work outside of my operating hours and you will be charged a convenience fee if I do any work for you during that time.
Most of the time the answer is yes. Some of the recording studios I use has a limit on how many people can be present at once. Also anyone that impedes the session, meeting, or our ability to work will be asked to leave.
YOUR TEAM: If you want to bring your manager, or label rep, then they are welcome to our meetings and sessions. For writing sessions, only invite people that are going to be co-writers of course.
GUESTS: If you want to invite people that’s not involved in the production to recording sessions, then please clear that with me prior to the session. They are not welcome in any other type of meeting.
We’ll talk it over, and if I agree to it, then we’ll adjust our plan. For additional services, I’ll make sure it’s doable and reasonable for you goals while also considering the time my other clients need before agreeing to the work. Your investment and schedule will be adjusted accordingly.
Just let me know and we can put things on the breaks. I understand that life happens which can make building a music career complicated. It’s perfectly okay to halt production with me. However, please communicate ASAP if something like this even becomes a possibility. Resuming work is subject to my availability.
If you find yourself in the unfortunate scenario where you have to stop a project, then let me know ASAP — preferably before the issue gets that far. Please talk to me before you make up your mind, so we can try to find a solution that works for you. You’ll get what you have already paid for, and anything that isn’t paid for or finished will be aborted. Any payments made up until that point will be forfeit though. If I contributed to original material for your song, then we sign a split sheet before your files are sent.
Most of the time the answer is yes. Some of the recording studios I use has a limit on how many people can be present at once. Also anyone that impedes the session, meeting, or our ability to work will be asked to leave.
YOUR TEAM: If you want to bring your manager, or label rep, then they are welcome to our meetings and sessions. For writing sessions, please nly invite people that are going to be co-writers of course.
GUESTS: If you want to invite people that’s not involved in the production to studio sessions, then please clear that with me prior to the session. They are not welcome in any other type of meeting.
Project timelines can vary based on complexity and artist readiness, but clear planning and constant communication help keep us on track. However, I cannot control how fast you work or communicate. Typically, you can expect me to take 25 to 35 hours to get a song from idea to finish line. Those hours are broken up into sprints and scheduled to correspond with your payments.
Mixing and mastering are tailored to bring your vision to life. I use a combination of your feedback, reference tracks to ensure we’re aligned, and my professional expertise to achieve a sound that stands out. We won’t move to the next phase until you’re completely satisfied, ensuring the final product truly reflects your vision. Often, artists find satisfaction within three rounds of revisions, though I offer unlimited revisions to ensure you’re entirely happy with the final product.
You can find my Terms and Conditions here. Anyone that wants to work with my team and me, has to agree to these rules. The T&C covers all the scenarios from normal projects, payment, and even to pausing or ending the project. The rules are made clear so you understand exactly what happens when. These rules are also updated periodically.
Remote collaboration is seamlessly integrated into my process, utilizing high-quality digital tools and platforms for file sharing, communication, and feedback. This approach ensures that geographical distance doesn’t compromise the collaborative experience or the quality of your project. I strive to make remote work as engaging and productive as in-person sessions.
I offer unlimited revisions as part of my post-production process because your satisfaction is crucial. If there’s a miscommunication, change of heart, or lack of confidence, we’ll address it together. As long as you can follow my instructions and policies for revisions, then we’ll have a great time. The aim is to ensure you’re delighted with the final product, even if that means revisiting certain elements to get them just right. Refer to my T&C for more info on my revision policy.
Preserving and enhancing your artistic identity is at the core of what I do. My approach is built around understanding and amplifying your unique voice, ensuring that every production decision is made to serve your vision authentically. By incorporating your feedback at every step and focusing on authentic expression, I guarantee that your identity remains intact and shines through in the final product.
Clarifications On Your Investment
Everything is online. Both debit and credit are acceptable forms of payment.
Yep. No project or work in general will begin without a deposit.
Usually, you’d only get a surcharge for services beyond our agreement, work outside my normal hours, or expedited delivery. Exact prices typically are quote-only since there are a variety of extra services you might want. A surcharge won’t be added to your invoice or billed directly until you agree to the extra service. For more info refer to my T&C.
I’ll issue a partial refund if I fail to stick to the project timeline and fail communicate any issues that could interfere with my work or ability to stick to the timeline. If I have to issue a refund, then that’s us giving up on the project and going our separate ways.
The partial refund is determined by how much work I did, who else I hired to aid in the production of your music, and the amounts you have paid until that point. In any other case, there are no refunds available. But, I’m here to help you in any way I can, so if you have any concerns or refund requests, just let me know!
In this case, please hit me up as soon as you foresee any difficulty making a payment and we can possibly work out an alternative schedule. I try to give a few days of leeway in general. Beyond, I won’t able to continue working nor will I be able to deliver files until the payment is received.
I never add any services or do anything that will change the scope/price of the project without your explicit permission. In the case that I believe something is truly needed, we’d have a conversation about how to best go about getting the job done.
Transparency is fundamental to my process. From the outset, I provide clear pricing, detailed explanations of what each package includes, and a straightforward discussion about royalties when I contribute creatively. You retain full creative control, with my role being to guide and enhance your vision. I ensure open lines of communication throughout the project, so you’re always informed and involved in decisions.
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