My name is Jerry Hammack. If you need a mix with the warm, analog vibe of The Beatles, Elton John, Led Zeppelin, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, AC/DC, or one of the fantastic artists of rock's classic era, then you've come to the right place!
My focus is to give you the classic pop and rock mixes your music deserves.
My decades of work as a musician, producer, arranger, audio engineer and mix engineer; author of The Beatles Recording Reference Manuals and co-author of Home Studio Recording: The Complete Guide have provided me with complex understanding of classic recording and mixing tools, techniques, and philosophies.
I've created mixes for artists ranging from Sub Pop alumni to Choir! Choir! Choir! with The Barenaked Ladies to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and independent artists galore.
Let me give you that warm, dynamic, analog sound that defines the best classic rock and pop of music's most influential decades.
Helios, REDD, Neve, SSL, Trident...I can put your mix into the classic studio emulation that suits it best, with history's greatest outboard gear. Every song is treated with a fresh perspective – no assumptions or template solutions. I listen carefully to your hard work and formulate an approach to make the most of your vision. No shortcuts – no half-measures. From drums to guitars, bass, keys, vocals and more, I work hard to bring your work to its fullest realization. Your songs will be radio-ready!
Why don't I edit? The real answer is that it's a tedious process that doesn't make the best use of my skills. Trimming tracks, adjusting pitch, comping a final take...These are creative decisions you need to make before you mix – not during. Be sure the tracks you send to me are edited before you engage me and you'll get the absolute most from my services.
If it's mastering you need, I can refer you to top global talent for that job. I want the best for your music. Drop me a note if you need mastering services.
*Okay, I actualy DO do that, but it's not included in the mix rate. Let me know if you need those services too.
Mixing doesn't happen in a vacuum. It's a collaborative effort. Your feedback is essential to me in giving you the great mixes you are looking for. Your mixes start with three passes at each song: My original mix, and two revised mixes from your comments.
Once I understand your goals and vision for the music, I give you my all the first time around, then make adjustments based on your feedback for the next two passes (if needed). You can be sure your opinions and preferences will show up in your final mix.
But wait - what if something still isn't quite right? That's not a problem when you work with me. I provide UNLIMITED revisions if that's what it takes for you to be happy with your mix.
I work with numerous emerging and independent artists and understand money is often an issue. Once the scope is clear, you'll get a price and terms for your project with no surprises. Whether it's a single song, an EP, or an album project, that's my commitment to you. Yes - you CAN afford it.
You & Me & The Radio
You & Me & The Radio - Straight-up rock-n-roll! (.WAV file will download and/or play in new window depending on your broswer)
She Doesn't Seem To Be That Nice Of Girl
She Doesn't Seem To Be That Nice Of Girl - A Beatles-esque rocker, clean and sweet (.WAV file will download and/or play in new window depending on your broswer)
Wilt
Wilt - Slices of ferocious punk, shards of psychobilly, and strong doses of straight-up rawk (.WAV file will download and/or play in new window depending on your broswer)
Rainy Daydream
Rainy Daydream - Hypnotic pop (.WAV file will download and/or play in new window depending on your broswer)
Toronto, ON, CANADA
M5E
jer (at) jerryhammack.com
Phone: (four-one-six) 400-7630