Steve, Neville did everything except the mastering. I was only the last 15% or so *grin* I've since gotten some better tools too.
Here's what I wrote about Neville for my blog: Neville Peter: A Joyful Noise That Will Relax As Well!Recently, I had the pleasure of working with Christian artist Neville Peter, mastering his latest album entitled "Look Up". In this first blog article, I am featuring Neville and his work.
It is rare that I get to work with someone so talented, with a singular vision and clear purpose for their art. Self-produced and recorded by Neville himself, mixes arrived polished and clean. Mastering occasionally highlighted some tonal imbalances, but overall, things were professional from the start, and remained so throughout the project.
Some back-and-forth ensued, with alternate mixes received. Occasionally, Neville would catch something I misinterpreted or missed in my duties, which I am grateful for - this guy has sharp ears, as well as a mighty fine voice.
Speaking of that rich voice, it was trained in church, but also while getting a BA in Vocal Jazz and Studio Music from the University of Miami. Neville then embarked on a profitable secular career, sharing the stage with the likes of Gladys Knight and Cassandra Wilson, but ultimately felt unfulfilled.
He turned his talents towards writing and performing original Christian songs, and has penned over a hundred of these. Along the way, he has shared the stage with Bishop T.D. Jakes, Gladys Knight, Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams, Natalie Cole, Shirley Caesar, Richard Smallwood, Kurt Carr, Bebe Winans, and has performed at both the White House and Carnegie Hall.
It was great working with someone whose standards were high and whose ears kept me focused. I fully expect Neville's latest album to propel him and his message even further.
"Look Up" is not yet available, but you can contact Neville through his Website, at http://www.nevillepeter.com and he will be happy to let you know when it becomes available for purchase.
At 07:52 AM 7/11/2012, you wrote:
Neville, I don't understand why you aren't a household name?Such a perfect tender velvet textured voice, beautiful piano technique and excellent production from Chris Smart.Steve W----- Original Message ----- From: "Neville Peter" <neville@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>To: <ddots-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2012 5:06 PM Subject: [ddots-l] My latest CDHello list,I just wanted to give everyone a chance to preview my latest CD entitled look up. Chris Smart from this list mastered this project for me. He did anexcellent job. This is also a chance to preview his work. Chris willdefinitely work with you to make sure that when everything is done that you're happy with the final outcome. You can download the sample from the CDhere. https://dl.dropbox.com/u/13615035/LookUppromobundle.mp3May the Peace of God which passes all understanding guard your heart andmind in Christ Jesus. God bless you! Website http://www.nevillepeter.com Email neville@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Phone 407-222-4488 Web store http://www.nevillepeter.com/store PLEASE READ THIS FOOTER AT LEAST ONCE! To leave the list, click on the immediately following link: ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe If this link doesn't work then send a message to: ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx and in the Subject line type unsubscribe For other list commands such as vacation mode, click on the immediately following link: ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=faq or send a message, to ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx and in the Subject line type faq__________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 7287 (20120710) __________The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com__________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 7288 (20120711) __________The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com PLEASE READ THIS FOOTER AT LEAST ONCE! To leave the list, click on the immediately following link: ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=unsubscribe If this link doesn't work then send a message to: ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx and in the Subject line type unsubscribeFor other list commands such as vacation mode, click on the immediately following link:ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx?subject=faq or send a message, to ddots-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx and in the Subject line type faq
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