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98dots is a passionate DJ and innovative promoter, frequently playing at leading clubs in Europe and New York, including Public Records, Pickle Factory, Post Bar, Horst Club, and TES. Growing up in the diverse streets of Georgia's capital, he explores a variety of musical styles, crafting rhythms that stretch the imagination.

Aamir Yaqub is a London-based producer, GRAMMY® Award-winning engineer, and songwriter. Aamir began his journey at Leeds College of Music where he received his BA and MA in Music Production. In 2012 Aamir began working at the prestigious Metropolis Studios, London, where he collaborated with a number of respected GRAMMY® Award-winning artists, producers and engineers including Rihanna, David Guetta, Ne-Yo, Will.I.Am and Sia, as well as with major labels, publishers and brands. He currently works freelance at studios around London, continuing his great work with both local and international music professionals.

Adam Moseley started his career at Trident Studios in London in 1978 and helped build and lead an incredible team of producer/engineers including Flood, Alan Moulder, Mark ‘Spike’ Stent and Steve Osbourne, has worked with producers including Tom Dowd, Phil Ramone, Mike Stone, Mutt Lange, Rupert Hine, Terry Brown & Steve Lillywhite, & has enjoyed worldwide success with artists including Wolfmother, John Cale, U2, Nikka Costa, Lenny Kravitz, Lucybell, Roxette, Maxi Priest, Richard Marx, Galliano, The Cure, Kiss, Visage, Rush, Wet Wet Wet, Ketama & The Blow Monkeys.

Alex Scammon is the co-founder of Soul Graffiti Productions. Alex focuses on the technology and infrastructure that makes the studio tick. The business and management experience Alex brings from the world of corporate technology has catapulted Soul Graffiti Studios into the next realm of music creation. Alex’s goal is for Soul Graffiti Studios to become an essential part of the music community and give voice to all the amazing musicians and artists around us.

Alex Hell-n is a New York-based DJ, born and raised, known for their percussive, groove-driven sound, blending raw techno with melodic textures, hypnotic rhythms, and electronic vocals. Starting out as a dancer, their approach to DJing is rooted in movement, creating sets that are as physical as they are immersive.

Alex Von Soos is a hugely experienced hit songwriter and producer. He is a trained classical pianist and has spent many years analysing the theory behind hit songs. His own successes include a UK No.1 Hit with the All Saints (Black Coffee), a recent K-Pop No.1 (XIA) and cuts by Atomic Kitten and many other artists worldwide, selling more than 6 million records in the process. Alex has worked with-and learned from-some of the most prolific hit writers and producers in the business including Narada Michael Walden (Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey), Cathy Dennis (Britney Spears, Katy Perry), Wayne Hector (One Direction, Westlife) and Cameron Blackwood (George Ezra, London Grammar). His songwriting trips have taken him to Nashville, LA, New York, Berlin and Stockholm. He has been signed to major record (Warners) and publishing (Universal) deals and more than 100 of his songs are currently generating royalties which is proof that the system he teaches works! Watch a taster video on Alex’s unique top-line writing methods HERE

Ali Jamieson is a producer, remixer, record label owner, DJ and songwriter. Having released on Sup Peeps Records, Empire State, Mortar and Pestle, Neonized, Electronic Rumours, Los Grandes, Sunlinxx and La Valigetta. With over 10 years in the music industry, he's worked at leading studios including Strongroom and Bonafide, mastering suites (Red Light Post and Air Post) and sound design agencies (Sample Magic). He runs London indie outfit Heavy Disco Records and writes for Future Music Magazine. As an educator, he's grade 8 LCM music theory and Tobin Music trained associate.

Amy Swift is a Singer/Songwriter who has written songs and toplines for a wide range of artists on Warners, Universal, Defected and Ultra.  An artist in her own right she was once front woman of the band Pacific State signed to Universal, and the writer and singer behind the soulful sounds of RHEA.

Anderson Bedasi is a DJ and producer that goes by the stage name Rebel Muzik, originally from the Caribbean (Trinidad & Tobago) he now resides in NYC and has toured most of the states and many countries across the globe. Anderson is an open format DJ but also specializes in Electronic, Reggae, Dancehall, Soca and produces them as well, you can find his releases on any digital streaming platform under Rebel Muzik.

Angelo Fajardo AKA “ctrl+opt” is a multidisciplinary musician and developer. His music focuses on experimental approaches to electronic, jazz, and classical music. Despite spending his early years as a classical and jazz guitar player, Angelo later studied Electronic Production and Sound Design at Berklee College of Music. His unique employment of tools like Max4Live, Csound, and Reaktor has crafted a signature sound that keeps reaching for new sonic landscapes. In addition to producing and teaching electronic music, Angelo enjoys playing his original acoustic compositions at various local venues throughout South Florida.

Anthony Traynor is a celebrated and multifaceted creative, with a proven track record of high-level commercial success in diverse fields. An experienced lecturer and facilitator, with entrepreneurial drive, and a deep calling to create. He lectured on Ableton music production in Vancouver, Canada at some of Vancouvers leading music institutions. Most notably he co-wrote the Ableton Live EMP course currently being implemented at SAE Vancouver. He also created and hosted a series of courses on Ableton at Whistler Arts Council, Whistler BC and appeared as a visiting lecturer at SAE Australia, when touring through the southern hemisphere.

Appu Krishnan known professionally as "The Professor". While working with Sony/RCA label as a producer and songwriter, Appu worked alongside Tracklacers and songwriters Jamie Hartman and Phil Bentley on the Christina Aguilera's Album "Lotus". He was in charge of writing and arranging strings and piano for the single "Army of Me". He co-wrote and co-produced Jordin Sparks' single "Christmas Time To Me" which became the opening title for the Universal Pictures movie The Best Man Holiday.

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Ben Wiley is a music producer, DJ, engineer and instrumentalist born in Bloomington, IN and based out of Oakland, CA. He is currently an instructor for Ableton Live, DJ and Sound Design courses.  

Bossy Boots/Elinah is a DJ, movement teacher and multidisciplinary artist. Elinah has always had a passion for music, dancing and nightlife. DJing favorite tunes, and making people dance is all tied together.

Brian Thabault is a New York City based music producer, DJ & multi-disciplinary artist, with roots in Vermont and up-state New York. His path through music developed across the country in Montana, and back to NYC in 2017. With a distinct focus on house & techno, Brian's musical range as a producer extends from ambient, through down-tempo, hip-hop, R&B and pop. As co-founder of the label Tri Music Group, Brian has many projects out under his own name and collaborative projects, Spin Department and Shy Fidelity.

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Casey K is a singer, songwriter, producer, and multi instrumentalist. She first started in the music industry as a session singer and from there grew to open her own publishing company, Headcase Entertainment.

Joey Chang aka CelloJoe is an anomaly in the world of cellists. By combining cello with beatboxing, he has created a unique genre: Classical Hip Hop. CelloJoe records live on stage with a loop pedal and produces intricate tapestries of harmony, melody, and rhythm. His beatboxing (vocal percussion) and funky cello grooves form a rich soundscape for intelligent lyrics and his music spreads love, joy, laughter and conscious vibrations.

Charles 'Chicky' Reeves is a producer, recording, mixing and mastering engineer working with well known artists such as Prince, Howard Jones, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, Ray Charles, Tito Puente, Johnny Cash, and Radiohead - as well as MTV's Live at the Ten Spot, VH1 Storytellers, Boyz II Men, and more.

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Chris Dilday is an Engineer, Producer, Musician, Teacher, and DJ based out of Nashville, Tennessee. A drummer since age 10 and a DJ since 16, he has immersed himself in music from an early age. Chris moved to Nashville in 2006 to study music production. Upon graduating the top of his class, he ventured out into the world as a freelance engineer. Since then he has recorded, mixed, and mastered multiple albums, taught hundreds of students, and drank lots of coffee!

Chris has been a professional musician and educator in the Seattle music community for nearly 30 years. Along with being a touring artist throughout most of the US and other parts of the world, Chris has come to be known and well respected as a trumpet player, bandleader, composer, arranger, producer and teacher.

Chris Veras is a multitalented DJ/Producer/MC, one half of the dynamic duo Dos Flakos. Born and raised in The Bronx, New York, he's performed and held multiple residencies in NYC at some of the most popular and legendary venues. From sold out arenas and festivals to touring internationally, Chris DJs across various dance music genres within the Electronic, Latin, Caribbean, and underground spaces.

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Cosmic Quest is a Los Angeles-based producer whose music has been described as ethereal, cosmic, infinite, and blissful.

Dan Goodman is a DJ, music producer, and dance music enthusiast hailing from Los Angeles.

Daniel is a versatile music educator, producer, and mentor with over a decade of experience helping artists shape their sound. A graduate of NYU's Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, he specializes in bridging classical training with cutting-edge music production, using tools like Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and Ableton Live.

Daniel Rosenwald is a DJ, music producer, and dance music lover. Originally from Los Angeles, he grew up in a budding electronic music scene, first becoming inspired by festivals like Winterfresh, Monster Massive, and EDC. Years later, after relentlessly studying the crafts of DJing and music production, Daniel has performed internationally in the Bahamas, at colleges across the US, and at clubs here in LA under the Cherry Beach moniker. As one half of pop EDM duo Cherry Beach, Daniel has racked up over 3M streams on his remixes and gained support from artists such as The Chainsmokers, Cheat Codes, and Matoma. With extensive knowledge in DJing and music production, Daniel brings his expertise to the classroom to help students achieve their musical aspirations.

Born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, Danny X was introduced to the guitar at a young age and hasn't stopped singing and playing since. After years of experience touring and forming many bands and styles of music, He decided to focus on music production. Danny X worked in a recording studio in Kansas City for 3 years as a lead engineer and producer before he relocated to San Francisco in 2019. He now teaches Logic Pro, Mixing and Mastering, and Sound Design at SF Garnish Music Production.

Darren Burgos is our Apple Certified Logic Pro instructor and has been producing and releasing music for over 20 years on various labels around the world including Dragonfly, and Koyote. He started produced Electro, Synth Pop, and Industrial styles in the late '80s, then moved into Techno in the '90s and '00s. In 2000, he started producing and releasing Psychedelic Trance on some of the biggest labels of the time and traveled across the US and Mexico performing at Trance events.

Darryl Swann is a GRAMMY® Award-winning producer. His first major label release with Motown group was 'Pretty in Pink', just before his own group 'Cultural Revolution' got signed with Sony with the release 'Nite & Day', which was on the soundtrack to the John Singleton-directed film 'Poetic Justice'.

Devin Lamp has been working as a freelance producer and engineer for more then a decade, helping bands, solo artists, and songwriters transform their musical dreams and ambitions into great recordings. A graduate of Middle Tennessee University, Devin’s studies in production, music technology and music ranged from the more complex elements of music technology, to the finer points of songwriting and composition. Devin has served as songwriter, composer and multi-instrumentalist for dozens of bands and ensembles across many genres, from psychedelic folk to electronic-metal to the deeply avant-garde. Drawing from his experience of years of touring playing computer-based music with other live performers, Devin also works as a consultant in the development of live rigs for all kinds of computer performers, including keyboardists, DJs, and more experimental setups. Since become an Ableton Certified Trainer in 2009, Devin has been guiding students at every level of experience on all manner of music technology subjects, including advanced synthesis, studio setup, songwriting workflow, computer performance, and sound design experimentation.

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Ellis 'DJ Dynamix' Tenza is a 3-time Red Bull Thre3style Champion, a finalist on VH1's Master of the Mix, and a brand ambassador for the World Famous Beat Junkies.

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Originally from Rome, London-based artist Flaminia has built a style characterised by melancholic melodies and broken beats, drawing out a sound that's heavily inspired by her love for techno and experimental electronic. Merging the two genres together, she creates sonic worlds that allow you to get lost in strong distortions and haunting atmospheres. Her main focus is on performing live, using a variety of hardware drum machines, synths, her own voice and Ableton Live DAW.

Gareth Cox has been producing electronic music since the age of 11. Earning his industry stripes working a Pro Tools engineer with the “Lo-Fidelity Allstars” in Brighton. Here he worked alongside the likes of Will Quantic and Indian Ropeman. A drummer & recording artist in his own right, Gareth has DJ'd and performed live around Europe with his own productions mostly drawing influence from the Techno, Hardcore and IDM genres. He has released music on various labels, from Jalapeño Records and BECAUSE Music, had number 1 ranked mixes on Mixcloud, and appeared in the 'Secret 13' Art Journal. Gareth has remixed work for Rae & Christian, 1210 and Denai Moore and currently releases on his own vinyl imprint 'Zodiac Wax' as Houses of Joy and other aliases.

Haris Čustović (MA Sound Arts) is a musician, composer, sound designer, music producer and Laus Music label founder. He works is in the field of contemporary and electro-acoustic music, using various musical instruments and digital technology. Passionate about experimenting with audio and video media, he achieves his sound by using techniques of transformation / fusion of organic and synthetic material, challenging genre classification and moving borders of set musical forms. His releases regularly receive great feedback and top support from djs and fans worldwide. In his audiovisual work, Haris deeply explores interaction of sound and image. In his career, with over 100 original releases, remixes and compilation licences, Haris performed at many prestige stages across the globe and has been a guest DJ on many music stations. Custovic is also an educator and supports talent development. He is active composer, writing music for international media industry. His dj set is a fluidly pieced, dynamic combination of pulsating polyrhythms, rolling basses, unusual and melodic and vocal lines. It shows feelings of deepness and drive, lightness and darkness, tension and release – offering one energetic, uplifting and emotive experience.

Heinrich Zwahlen (aka Heinrich Wüste) is Ableton-certified, and started out the Ableton and Native Instruments curricula by designing the courses at Dubspot, which brought Live, NI Komplete, and Maschine to the attention of a wider US public.

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Isaac Cotec is an Ableton Certified trainer based on the west coast. He goes by Sabaqueous and creates electronic music using his vast skills on Ableton Live. Cotec has been teaching up and down the west coast for some years now since beeing an Ableton Certified Trainer and has created his own instruments, plug-ins, and a name for himself in the electronic and live music scenes both regionally and internationally.

Isobel is a producer, songwriter, sound designer, and Apple-Certified Trainer: Logic Pro. She has overseen sessions at some of the world's top studios, including Abbey Road London and Electrical Audio in Chicago.

Jamaal Taylor, known by his stage name as Cy Kosis, originally hails from Queens, New York. After graduating high school and attending a more traditional university, Cy decided he would pursue a music career full time and moved to Los Angeles.

James Ting is an Award Winning Music Composer/ Producer / Sound Designer/ Certified Logic Pro trainer who has successfully delivered professional Music Productions, Publishing, Artist Management and Training Courses across Hong Kong, China, Japan, and Canada.

Jerry DiPhillippo is a musician, engineer, performer residing in Los Angeles. He has been playing in bands and making music his entire adult life, and releases original electronic music, remixes and performs as 'BigJerr'. 'BigJerr' is a high energy Trap/Glitch/Hype/Dubstep/Melbourne Bounce Producer/Performer. Having grown up playing instruments, Jerry has become particularly interested in 'Controllerism' and Finger Drumming, with primary focus on “Grid Controllers”. He custom-builds MIDI controllers of his own design, and is an Ableton Certified Trainer.

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Johnnie Truesdale is a GRAMMY® Award-winning Engineer/Producer. He grew up outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and started playing guitar at 16. At 20, he joined the military (Air Force). This is where he began his technical knowledge and recording things on the side. After the military, he continued recording local bands in Boston, while going to computer school. He worked with computers for eight years then decided to pursue recording. After sound engineering, school, he went to work at Bennett Studios in Englewood, New Jersey, working with artists including Steve Martin, Tony Bennett, Harry Belafonte, Anita Baker, Ravi Coltrane, John Patitucci, and Andy LaVerne. As well as producers including Phil Ramone and John McEwen. In 2011, He moved to Los Angeles and started teaching at SAE Institute, then in 2016, he relocated to Nashville to build the Firefly Sound Studio.

Johnny Njo is a Film Score Composer, Producer, TV Music Consultant with Nominations of Hong Kong Film Award for Best Original Film Score.

Jonathan Harris aka Money The Producer was born and bred in Harlem, NY. He has over 10 years experience in audio engineering, production and songwriting. He's a BMI affiliate, with credits alongside Pharrell Williams and other Grammy Award-winning artists and producers.

Jordan Muhsin (Xybrium) has been producing electronic music since 2004. Beginning with guitar at a young age, eventually led to an interest in modular analog effects and synthesizer music. Starting off with ‘Cool Edit Pro’, he later continued his studies of Audio Engineering at Full Sail before he began teaching music in Tampa.

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Josh Brooks (PZB) has performed at some of LA’s premier clubs such as Exchange LA, Avalon, Dim Mak Studios supporting acts such as Captial Cities, Cassian, Justin Jay, Mystery Skulls and more.

Josh Garcia aka Modus has built a steady reputation for being one of the most prominent up-and-coming musical tastemakers, selectors, and producers on the underground music circuit. As a trained drummer and guitarist during his early years, Modus has since perfected his craft on the decks as well as in the studio.

Justin Ancheta is the Founder and Executive Director of Soul Graffiti Productions, a company created to inspire people through performance, education, and community. As part of his work at Soul Graffiti, Justin has filled key leadership roles in high-profile local and international events. He is versed in Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and Logic, with 20 years of production experience in studios and at live events. After serving as Director for Love Our Neighborhood Day in Oakland, Director of the Bicycle Music Festivals in San Francisco, CA and Barcelona, Spain, and as Event Director for many of Rock The Bike’s remote pedal-powered events, he brings this wealth of experience to the ongoing work at Soul Graffiti. Justin’s vision for Soul Graffiti is to create a strong, vibrant, and viable artist collective that supports sustainability, success and community.

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Kevin Njikam is a Multi-Instrumentalist/ Composer/ Producer/ Educator/ SoundHealer. He has performed with musicians ranging from hip hop artist Killah Priest (of Wu-Tang Clan), Swiss Chris (of John Legend, Snoop Dog, etc.) to World Music artists like Ozomatli, to musical/activists like Climbing Poetree, Singing Bear, Human, and Mama Crow. He has studied and with greats from the jazz and sound-healing world like Jackie McLean and Grammy winner Steve Davis.

Kiva is a veteran music producer and founder of the record label Adios Babylon. A well-travelled musician with appearances at festivals like Sonar, Montreaux Jazz Festival, and Roskilde, he is also a regular performer at the mystic Dub in the Rainforest series on the island of St. Croix. Multi-talented and a multi-instrumentalist, he has produced and remixed for countless underground artists ranging in style from Soul and Hip-Hop to Dubstep and Reggae.

Meet Kristian Sharpe, teacher at SF Garnish & who has been teaching at dBs Music Bristol's FE centre since 2015, delivering lessons across live sound engineering, music production, MIDI and audio sequencing, music industry and acoustics.

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Liam is a highly experienced sound designer, composer, and audio producer with a decade of experience in the film and advertising industries. As the former co-director of the award-winning studio The Soundery, he has led audio on major TV campaigns for global brands such as Burger King, Intel, and Samsung—helping them connect with audiences through creative and strategic audio.

Loren Moore is a music producer, multi-instrumentalist and mixing engineer based in Los Angeles.

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Marcello Ruggiu is a London-based sound engineer and music producer, who went freelance in 2006 for live events and studio sessions. He started making music with his computer at the age of sixteen, mixing his passion for breakbeats with his experiments in sound design under the artist name Amousement. He creates a texture of Electronic, Bass Music and Melodic Breakcore. He has released tracks for respected labels around the world including Altosync, Till2012, Sociopath, Sostanze, Irma, and Pandead. In 2009 he become an Ableton Certified Trainer leading workshops and music production courses all around the country.

Marcus Aurelius Rosario aka Mawkus is a DJ, producer and radio host from California. A champion for all things radio, he worked for one of the most illustrious and award-winning public radio stations in the country, KSDS-FM San Diego’s Jazz 88.3, hosting weekly radio shows showcasing world music, jazz, blues, soul and rare groove. As a DJ, he’s shared the stage with notable world-class talent ranging from behemoth underground label crews like Fade To Mind and Body High to house music aficionados Soul Clap.

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Mark V Sheldon is a BMI/BMG songwriter & award-winning music technology teacher. He has a BA from UCSC and has been “Specializing In Melody” since the age of 5 when he taught himself the harmonica by ear. He learned the accordion at 10, the piano at 12, MIDI & synthesizers at 15, the guitar at 30, and many more completely by ear. Mark is also Pro Tools certified and has been teaching Pro Tools, Reason, MIDI, keyboards, music production, composing, and sound design since 1998. As Havoc Razor, Mark produced six tracks for the legendary hip-hop artist Kool Keith with Tha Undatakerz and won international acclaim with his debut CD “As Above So Below” when his album was nominated for “Best Techno Album of 2004” by the JPF Music Awards. His second song, “Liberté,” from the album won 5^th place as “Best Techno Song of 2004”. Songs from the album have also been placed in films.

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Known as a pioneer of electronic music, Matthew Kratz (aka Kraddy) is one of the most innovative and remarkable artists of his day.

Michael Cupino is a producer, engineer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Miami. A percussionist from a young age, he was granted the opportunity to perform and teach with various ensembles and bands in the Carolinas. Eventually his pursuit in audio technology landed him in South Florida. After finishing audio school in Miami, Michael began specializing in the software world of music technology; ultimately to become an Ableton Certified instructor.

Michael Hatsis aka Banginclude is a Brooklyn, New York-based producer and teacher who specializes in all things Ableton, and was the first instructor to teach in both LA and NYC Garnish locations. He cut his teeth in music with the first version of Live and continues to use it in innovative ways today. Michael specializes in creating music for the dance floor and has used Ableton Live to do everything from sound design and mixing to live performances and DJing, as well as production, Max for Live programming, and visuals. As an artist, Michael aka Banginclude has released music for Buraka Som Sistema’s world renowned global bass label Enchufada, as well as Daniel Haacksman’s innovative Man Recordings. Recently, he released a Remix of Ralfi Pagan’s Latin Soul for the legendary Fania Records, which was the leading track on the EP. In addition, Michael is the co-host of NY’s biggest monthly experimental electronic music and controller hacking party, the Warper Party. Michael is also a Bitwig and Ableton Certified Trainer.

Mike Cochran, also known as Maitre D, is a Bay Area-based DJ/Producer. Performing original beat sets & DJ sets around the Bay Area and along the western US, and producing a variety of Hip Hop and R&B tracks for artists such as New York veteran rappers Sadat X & Wordsworth, Bay Area legends Mike Marshall & Equipto, and Top 40 R&B sensation Jidenna. Since 2012, he has been teaching music production and DJ courses for youth with a number of organizations such as SF Garnish Music Production, Oakland nonprofit Today’s Future Sound, and prestigious East Coast summer program Explo at Yale. 

Michael Guerriero is a dynamic and multi-faceted entertainment professional. Experienced in all areas of the music industry, Guerriero has a combination of corporate, creative and academic accomplishments. Constantly focused on finding hit songs and talent, Guerriero was an A&R scout for Columbia Records/Music With A Twist, where several of his discoveries were signed.

Moldover has a degree in Synthesis from Berklee School of Music and is one of our top facilitators, focusing on synthesis and sound design.

Oakland California based producer and engineer, Nathan Bauld is known for his skills inside the studio and with live sound engineering. He is a master engineer on ProTools and works from multiple studios around the Bay Area, including Soul Graffiti Studios, Hyde Street (SF), Tiny Telephone, 25th Street, and many more. His attention to frequency puts his abilities into the higher category of sound producers. He is currently doing live sound for Conbrio, and has experience with bike touring sound with Bicicletas Por La Paz and the Biketopia Collective.

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Nick Gallick has always possessed a deep connection with both music and sound. After learning guitar in his early teens, he became fascinated with recording, eventually earning a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Audio Recording Technologies. After working out of various studios and freelancing for years, he is currently an audio educator, software demonstrator, freelance engineer, and owner of NGK Audio Productions.

After graduating from the ever vibrant Goldsmiths University in 2011, Nick Powell began his journey into engineering and studio work. He has had the pleasure of working alongside artists such as Richard Fearless, The Comet Is Coming, The Invisible and Matthew Herbert. He currently mixes/masters from his production studio in South East London as well as being an engineer for Goldsmiths Music Studio in New Cross.

Nico Luminous has created a voice all his own in the west coast Bass music scene, and beyond as a ground breaking music producer, DJ and vocalist.

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Oz Fritz has been a professional sound engineer for more than 30 years working in both recording studio and live concert environments. He has collaborated on over 60 projects with producer Bill Laswell that include L. Shankar, Material, Ginger Baker, Iggy Pop, The Ramones, Herbie Hancock, George Clinton, Bootsy Collins, Tony Williams, Elvin Jones, Sonny Sharrock, William S. Burroughs , Bob Marley, Icehouse and Yothu Yindi. Other studio credits include John Cale, Ornette Coleman, D.J. Disk, Digital Underground, Jungle Brothers, Golden Palominos, Information Society, Meat Loaf, and Rick Derringer.

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Pete Gleadall has made records with George Michael, Madonna, Take That, Robbie Williams, David Bowie and many others. Logic is the centre of his work flow when collaborating with artists like U2 and producers like Trevor Horn. Pete is equally at home in the studio as he is on stage, and recently on the Pet Shop Boys "Pandemonium" tour, he was the musical director and was also nominated for a Grammy for his engineering work with them too. Pete's dance music productions have been to number 1 in the Billboard dance charts many times, and he has collaborated with some of the business' biggest names including Danny Tenaglia, Clive Henry (Peace Division - DC10) Smokin' Jo and Tom Stephan (Superchumbo) to name but a few.

Pete Griffin is a GRAMMY®-winning LA musician who has toured the world with artists as diverse as Zappa Plays Zappa, Dethklok, and Hanson.

PJ Sledge is a producer and DJ from New York, who has risen through the ranks quickly with his clever remixes and energetic DJ sets including a recent appearance at Boiler Room LA 19 under the moniker 'Colta' along with an eclectic set at Low End Theory.

R Cole is a multi-genre producer and DJ, specializing in left-field Breaks, Techno, Electro, and UK Bass. Originally from Colorado, he applies 14+ years of experience to teaching, producing and performing.

San Francisco-based producer, engineer, and musician, RoAn Gibson describes himself as an experienced “vibe technician.” His passion for the process of recording and making music is at the heart of his recording philosophy, which is to create comfortable and creatively free spaces in which artists can thrive. Expert in both Pro Tools and Logic Pro, he works out of multiple Bay Area studios, including Wally's Hydeout Studio and Soul Graffiti Studios, and is fluent in digital and analog recording. As a musician, he is currently focused on playing and writing with his band, Saintish.

Robert Dante is a renowned producer, performer, composer and expert engineer. His most recent credits include “The Champion” by Carrie Underwood, featuring Ludacris, which reached #1 on iTunes and went on to become the official song of both Super Bowl LII and the 2018 Winter Olympics. Robert Dante has written and produced soundtracks for numerous independent films such as "Bloodline" and "Little Things". He has also worked with various international artists and producers including Waka Flocka, Gavin Degraw, Jim Jonsin, Armin Van Buuren, Rey Ruiz, Salaam Remi, Ludacris and Carrie Underwood.

Russ Yallop is a producer, DJ, remixer and audio engineer.  He has over 1 million plays on Spotify and has released music on house labels such as Hot Creations, Crosstown Rebels, Snatch!, and Avotre where he released an album to critical acclaim.  He has been touring globally for over a decade with appearances at world famous elite venues such as London’s Fabric, Berlin’s Watergate and Tokyo’s Womb, with Ibiza residencies for Circo Loco, Paradise and Elrow, along with appearances at festivals such as Tomorrowland, Glastonbury and Creamfields.  As an engineer he has well over 100 client releases on some of the biggest underground labels in the scene.

Sam has been a professional recording engineer since 2011 working in the greater NYC area in classical music production until relocating to the bay area in 2019.

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Scott Hampton, aka "exaltron", is a trumpeter, guitarist, music technologist and composer with over 20 years experience in various music roles. He is known for both his interactive live performances and releases as Exaltron, as well as his work providing bespoke and licensed music for film, television and international branding campaigns.

Shareef Islam (aka Azteknique and TekMaschine) was born in the Bronx, NY, and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He has worked with established artists including AZ, Big Daddy Kane, SuperStar of the ICONZ, The Bush Babees, Busta Rhymes, Rampage, Q-Tip and De La Soul, as well as boxing champion Zab "Super" Judah, Lin Que (ISIS of X-Clan), Mos Def, Onyx and Jay-Z.

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Taylor Nash, pianist, & Brittany Knott, multi-instrumentalist & certified audio engineer, have been a songwriting and production duo for nearly a decade.  Native to Los Angeles but recently transplanted to Nashville, they have been working in popular genres such as EDM, Pop, Country, and Alternative.  Partnered with Warner Chappell, they have worked with Grammy winning producers & songwriters and have received praise for their work by artists such as Chris Young, Curt Chambers, Chaley Rose, Weathers, Tyler Rich, and many more. Aside from owning their own production studio, they are also known as the country duo Golden West and have shared the stage with such acts as Midland, Dan + Shay, Thomas Rhett, Jake Owen, and Chris Jansen.

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Tomáš spent several years as a guitarist and musician in bands Junk Son & Laucan, which saw UK & EU support tours with artists including Ghostpoet, Maribou State & Sam Amidon. Since 2017 his love for the studio has focussed his time on engineering and production, working as an Engineer at Goldsmiths Music Studios. During this time, he has worked with artists including Leifur James (Night Time Stories), Arlo Day (Domino) and Don’t Forget the Driver (BBC2). Tomáš is involved in running regular recording sessions and teaching students Ableton, Logic and studio engineering practice alongside his role as workshop leader with Lewisham-based youth music project Alchemy.

Vince Morgana is a Dutch DJ, music producer, audio engineer, and event organiser whose journey began at an early age, driven by a deep passion for rhythm, sound design, and sonic innovation. Refusing to follow trends, Vince has built his reputation on bold experimentation, fusing electronic genres into a signature sound that is both high-energy and unmistakably his own.

Vision Wong is an artist signed to Universal Music, Hong Kong. His exceptional skill in Native Instrument Maschine and Logic Pro has gained him released songs under the label as a singer, acted in short films as an actor and hosted music programs.

Warren Russell-Smith is a GRAMMY® Award-winning engineer who has worked with some of the most iconic artists in music. His production and engineering credits include The Rolling Stones, Woody Guthrie, Fugazi, Rockstar Games, Minor Threat, Richie Havens, Tim Buckley, and many more.

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Oakland California based Trumpet Player / Producer / Ethnomusicologist / DJ Will Magid's music is always a joyous affair. His unique style of live performance and electronic sampling seamlessly blends original music with sounds from across the globe.

Zack has over 16 years of combined experience as a touring DJ and music producer. With 6 years teaching experience, he is passionate about providing students with professional instruction.

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Born and raised in NYC, Zoro has spent several years working in nightlife as a manager, DJ, and educator. Inspired by her multidisciplinary background she found her love in hosting and throwing parties, managing all aspects at once.