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how I got into writing and producing ...
From humble beginnings in 2011, i used an Atari STE & Akai S3000XL samplers for my debut album 'She's Got Claws'.
In 2014, i jumped over to using an Apple MacBook Pro (2012), running the software Logic Pro X and monitoring through my 8-bus, 32 track Soundcraft Ghost desk with Dynaudio Acoustics Speakers.
Today, I use an Apple M1 iMac desktop (orange) which is connected to the rest of my studio via an akai eie audio interface box. I run the latest logic pro, so all my original files from logic pro x can be opened, which is ideal for the new remix album, 9 lives. (more details on this remix album on the home page from august 2022).
brief history ...
I was inspired to produce, engineer, program and mix when I began listening to Trent Reznor (NIN), the chemical brothers & The Prodigy. These artists like to push the boundaries with production techniques which throw away the rule book, which I find this approach so inspiring.
I released my self-titled debut album, She's Got Claws, in 2012. This album was produced and written on my retro Atari STE and Akai S3000XL samplers and gave me the initial foundation to build upon to develop my signature sound. my debut album is now remastered and re-released for 2021. CD physical album/Download/Stream - More info: Debut album page.
Synthetic Emotion ep then followed and released in July 2015 using my MacBook Pro with Logic Pro X.
This concept EP tells the story of a relationship between a scientist and a humanoid. Through love and loss, the humanoid learns how to pick herself up from emotional turmoil.
Vocally, I experimented with robotic effects to make my voice sound as close to how I believe a humanoid would sound when she sings.
The opening song, I Die For You, is highly effected and a favourite among fans. As each song unfolds, the vocal effects are lessened, the humanoid is becoming more human.
In 2014, i jumped over to using an Apple MacBook Pro (2012), running the software Logic Pro X and monitoring through my 8-bus, 32 track Soundcraft Ghost desk with Dynaudio Acoustics Speakers.
Today, I use an Apple M1 iMac desktop (orange) which is connected to the rest of my studio via an akai eie audio interface box. I run the latest logic pro, so all my original files from logic pro x can be opened, which is ideal for the new remix album, 9 lives. (more details on this remix album on the home page from august 2022).
brief history ...
I was inspired to produce, engineer, program and mix when I began listening to Trent Reznor (NIN), the chemical brothers & The Prodigy. These artists like to push the boundaries with production techniques which throw away the rule book, which I find this approach so inspiring.
I released my self-titled debut album, She's Got Claws, in 2012. This album was produced and written on my retro Atari STE and Akai S3000XL samplers and gave me the initial foundation to build upon to develop my signature sound. my debut album is now remastered and re-released for 2021. CD physical album/Download/Stream - More info: Debut album page.
Synthetic Emotion ep then followed and released in July 2015 using my MacBook Pro with Logic Pro X.
This concept EP tells the story of a relationship between a scientist and a humanoid. Through love and loss, the humanoid learns how to pick herself up from emotional turmoil.
Vocally, I experimented with robotic effects to make my voice sound as close to how I believe a humanoid would sound when she sings.
The opening song, I Die For You, is highly effected and a favourite among fans. As each song unfolds, the vocal effects are lessened, the humanoid is becoming more human.
2016 - Chris Payne, the keyboardist and violinist to Gary Numan, asked me to write an instrumental album of 16 tracks, entitled Euro Electronic 1. Chris signed me to his company called The Electronic Music Library, so he could put my music forward for TV, films and multimedia. In 2022, I have now released this album and titled this as Circuit Board Love.
March 2018 saw the release of my 2nd studio album, War Torn. This is an anti-war album and I wrote about my observations of war from many perspectives. It's a very heartfelt release to raise awareness of the perils of war and how it affects families. I felt compelled to write these songs from what I've seen unfold on social media and the media. I approached UNICEF with this album. 10% of profits went to this charity via Pledge Music.
25th May 2018 was the re-release of Synthetic Emotion (Rewired) EP. Remixed and remastered, I felt this release deserved a second chance with more punch and edge to the production.
There was a limited run of physical CD EPs (now sold out) The remastered EP included brand new artwork and the lyrics inside of the sleeve, so the listener could also read the story as it unfolds.
March 2018 saw the release of my 2nd studio album, War Torn. This is an anti-war album and I wrote about my observations of war from many perspectives. It's a very heartfelt release to raise awareness of the perils of war and how it affects families. I felt compelled to write these songs from what I've seen unfold on social media and the media. I approached UNICEF with this album. 10% of profits went to this charity via Pledge Music.
25th May 2018 was the re-release of Synthetic Emotion (Rewired) EP. Remixed and remastered, I felt this release deserved a second chance with more punch and edge to the production.
There was a limited run of physical CD EPs (now sold out) The remastered EP included brand new artwork and the lyrics inside of the sleeve, so the listener could also read the story as it unfolds.
*Disclaimer: Chameleon Studios has no affiliation with any other studio with a similar name in the UK or worldwide.