Songwriting & Production
for Modern Rock & Metal Artists
I write and produce guitar-forward songs for artists who want a powerful, modern sound — tailored to your vision and finished to release-ready quality.
What You Get
- Full songwriting and production, end to end
- Modern guitar-driven sound with clarity and impact
- A finished track built for release, pitching, or performance
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I write and program all instrumentation — guitars, bass, drums, synths, and textures.
You can then add your own vocals or instruments, or have me handle everything end to end.
Is This A Good Fit?
This service is designed for artists who want a distinctive, modern rock or metal sound — without the overhead of a full band or studio team.
- This is for you if you:
► Want a guitar-forward modern rock or metal sound
► Are a vocalist, solo artist, or band
► Have references, ideas, or lyrics but want the song written and produced professionally
► Care about impact, structure, and polish, not just raw ideas
- Probably not a fit if you:
► Are not looking for a guitar-driven production approach
► Want a mixing engineer only (no writing/recording)
► Are looking for the cheapest possible option
► Want unlimited revisions with no clear direction
How The Process Works
Step 1: Direction & References
You share your vision, references, and what you want the song to achieve.
Step 2: Songwriting & Instrumental Production
I write and produce the full instrumental — guitars, rhythm section, arrangement, and textures — built around your direction.
Step 3: Custom Add-Ons (Optional)
Depending on your needs, we can:
- Add your vocals or instruments
- Comp and edit your recordings
- Replace programmed parts with live-recorded drums or bass
- Handle full mixing and mastering
Step 4: Final Delivery
You receive a finished track (or stems), ready for release or further collaboration.
Selected Work:
A curated selection of projects where I handled songwriting, production, or both — with a focus on modern guitar-driven music.
Flexible By Design
Every project is different. This service is intentionally modular so the scope fits your goals — not a rigid package.
Common customisations include:
- Full songwriting & production
- Instrumental recording only
- Vocal comping and editing
- Finish and polish what you’ve started writing
- Add your instrument or vocal to my arrangement
- Full mix & master, or mix-ready delivery (as part of songwriting and production projects)
If you’re not sure what you need, the application will clarify it.
Pricing
Projects are priced based on scope, deliverables, and turnaround.
Most songwriting & production projects start from NZD $600.
After reviewing your application, I’ll suggest the best-fit approach and pricing for your song.
Testimonials
What my clients and collaborators say…
- Erick did a truly brilliant job creating a fully-produced 3-track EP for my progressive metal project! The whole experience was extremely smooth and professional. Thanks you so much for the amazing work! 🙂
Jochem de Jong
Producer & VST Plugin Developer
- It was a great honor for me that Erick implemented my song idea perfectly and far beyond the expected result 🤩
Andre Fehrs
Producer
- Absolutely superb work, took exactly what I was imagining and executed it to perfection.
Ross K
Drummer & DJ
- Bringing careful attention and his unique perspective to every project I work on with him. I know that any song we write together will be stronger thanks to his input. He doesn't accept anything less than excellence and you can hear that clearly in his work.
Greg Van Kerkhof
Professional Songwriter
- Working with this great musician was an outstanding experience! From the very beginning, he showed great professionalism, always polite, punctual with deliveries, and attentive to every detail of my request. He went above and beyond, offering different variations so I could find the perfect fit for my project. His musicality and creativity are truly exceptional, and the final result exceeded all my expectations. Outstanding sound quality! I highly recommend him to anyone looking for top-quality music and a smooth, reliable collaboration. Definitely a 5-star professional!
Carlos E.
Vocalist
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Many of my clients are vocalists or non-guitarists who want a guitar-forward sound.
Yes. I write and program the full instrumental unless the project requires live parts to be integrated.
Absolutely. You can add your own parts, or have me handle everything.
Yes — this is a common workflow.
I focus on songwriting and production rather than mix-only work. Mixing and mastering are available for projects where I’ve written or produced the core instrumentation.
Timelines vary depending on scope. Most end-to-end projects handled entirely by me are completed within 2–3 weeks. Projects involving additional collaborators or external recordings may require longer timelines, which are always agreed on in advance.
Each project includes up to three rounds of revisions. Revisions are intended for refinement, not changes in direction. Requests based on new information or a change in scope may incur additional fees.
Ready To Start?
If you’re serious about creating a modern rock or metal track and want a professional, done-for-you process, apply below.
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Once you’ve applied, I’ll review your submission and reply with scope and pricing. We can then book a call or confirm over email.