Bringing over 35 years of drumming, recording, and mixing experience to your song.
My specialty is adding professionally recorded, live drums and percussion to your song.
Whether you’re a solo artist or a 7 piece soul band, I would like you to think of me as an extension of your project. At GROOVE, constant open dialogue is paramount to making your project a success.
Even if I don’t play drums or percussion on your song, I can take your raw tracks and turn them into a polished record.
Number of songs. Music genre, tempo. Provide reference tracks if possible. What sounds, what feel are you looking for?
Once we discuss your project, and set a timeline, I send you a PayPal invoice for 25% of the project cost. You send me your song. Once I receive both, I start creating.
I provide a sample of the song with my performance and mixed as I hear the drums (and any other instruments performed). Once you're satisfied, I invoice you the remaining 75%. You pay, I release the tracks to you.
Clearly labeled multi mic stems. All tracks will be .WAV files at an agreed upon sample and bit rate. All tracks will be consolidated to the session start. I will also provide the stereo drum track as I hear the mix (optional). I will also provide individual drum samples from the drums and cymbals that were used on your project (optional).
I have been listening to music for more than 40 years, been playing drums for more than 30 years and have been recording and mixing since the mid ‘90s. During that time, I have played and recorded in some of the smallest home studios to the most lavish in the country. Each experience has taught me something new about music.
I grew up and still live in Connecticut. I’ve been threatening to leave for a while but will probably stay here. I have a house, a beautiful and supporting wife, and two wonderful kids.
As many (within reason) as you like. Being an “in-the-box” studio that’s geared towards recording drums, I operate in a highly efficient manner that makes revisions and recalls easy and fast. Ultimately, I want you to be absolutely ecstatic with your song and I need to do what it takes to get you to that point.
Nope, not even close and my wife is very happy about that! I do have a lot of gear though. From drums to cymbals to pre-amps and mics, I’ve got a bunch and will probably get a bunch more. Oh, and don’t forget the plug-ins...
Of course I have and it sucks! Luckily that hasn’t happened recently so I must be doing something right.
That is a great question. There are tons of great software programs available that can lay down the 2s and 4s (drummer speak). But can they anticipate the chorus and push the tempo a smidge and play behind in the verse? Maybe, maybe not. My goal is to give your song a feel, a groove (see what I did there?).
I have been listening to music for more than 40 years, been playing drums for more than 30 years and have been recording and mixing since the mid ‘90s. During that time, I have played and recorded in some of the smallest home studios to the most lavish in the country. Each experience has taught me something new about music.
I grew up and still live in Connecticut. I’ve been threatening to leave for a while but will probably stay here. I have a house, a beautiful and supporting wife, and two wonderful kids.
As many (within reason) as you like. Being an “in-the-box” studio that’s geared towards recording drums, I operate in a highly efficient manner that makes revisions and recalls easy and fast. Ultimately, I want you to be absolutely ecstatic with your song and I need to do what it takes to get you to that point.
Nope, not even close and my wife is very happy about that! I do have a lot of gear though. From drums to cymbals to pre-amps and mics, I’ve got a bunch and will probably get a bunch more. Oh, and don’t forget the plug-ins...
Of course I have and it sucks! Luckily that hasn’t happened recently so I must be doing something right.
That is a great question. There are tons of great software programs available that can lay down the 2s and 4s (drummer speak). But can they anticipate the chorus and push the tempo a smidge and play behind in the verse? Maybe, maybe not. My goal is to give your song a feel, a groove (see what I did there?).
Sure. Let’s hang. Fun times. We could also do a Skype call — it’ll save you a trip. But if you’ve gotten this far in my bio, we should probably talk.
It’s simple! Seriously. Send me your song. I record drums. I send it back to you. Never was a fan of getting bogged down in the technical. Let’s make music!
Yup. I’m also providing the studio, actual physical drums, mics, pre-amps etc. etc. Need percussion too? I’ve got you covered. Shakers, tambourines, an Australian rain stick.. well, you get the picture. Percussion is never considered an additional expense at GROOVE Recording.
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Tracks courtesy of Produce like a Pro and Warren Huart.
“The drum part is fantastic. I actually think it brings a lot more energy.”
“In the Seams' had a great, edgy rocking bounce to it with catchy, full blown guitar hooks. Novak’s drumming gets really good on this one.”
“I've known Brandon for over 25 years, always a solid drummer and great person. I've worked with him on a number of recording projects and he always makes the right choices based on the song, rather than his ego. I would recommend Brandon both as a musician and a producer.”
“When it comes to needing a professional musician, let alone a phenomenal drummer, Brandon Novak is your Man! When our band needed a drummer to launch our new project, Brandon was asked to learn over 45 songs and did this amazing feat without a single rehearsal! Our band was so fortunate to find such a prepared and audience entertaining drummer! I can't tell you how many people that night did not believe that I just met him and that Brandon had never played with the band [before]! He also cued us and provided the exact intros and outros/endings for each tune. What a great find Brandon is.... a true professional and awesome musician that does care.”
“Brandon Novak played percussion and drums on my first original album. Now with over 12 albums produced, I will never forget the simple dedication and effort Brandon took to delivering solid percussion and drum tracks in the studio and at live shows! I recommend Brandon to any studio and live concert as he was my first choice and still fond of the music we created together.”
“I had the privilege of performing in the CRB family with Brandon for 5 years. He didn't say much but when he did it was profound, brief and usually solved whatever problem was on the table. He is a true professional, he goes the extra mile and gets the job done with his talented skills and team-player attitude.”
“I've had the opportunity to work with Brandon in numerous projects. Whether it be in a full blown rock, country or a stripped down laid back acoustic scene, the groove is the only thing I want to listen to and settle in with while performing live. The definition of good to me is based on.... the ability to listen, adapt and deliver. Brandon demonstrates these consistent professional qualities as well as exceptional character traits on the personal level.”