DAVE BOOTHROYD
Mix Engineer | Record Producer
"The mix should feel like it lives inside your head"
CRAFTING YOUR SONIC DREAM TEAM...
You’ve lived with your music long enough to feel when it’s almost working...and when it isn’t.
That feeling is real. It’s worth trusting.
You know what 'demoitis' feels like.
You also know that handing your music to someone else requires trust...well, so do I!
I'm not here to impose my sound on your music. I'm here to interpret what you’re already trying to say and execute it in a way that feels deliberate, honest and true to you.
Most mix engineers can balance a multitrack. I aim to make it feel like I live inside the artist’s head. That means fewer explanations. Fewer revisions chasing a 'feeling'. More first passes that already feel aligned.
No ego.
No power games.
Just honesty and serving the song.
I’m drawn to things that hit hard BOTH emotionally and physically:
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Bold, in-your-face elements (especially vocals)
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Hefty rhythm sections that make your body nod before your brain
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Hooky melodies that stick with you after the song ends
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Fun moments of ear candy and surprise that keep listeners engaged
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Anything with strong pop sensibility and emotional intent
If that’s what you care about too, we’re going to have fun.
"Dave has worked on a number of my personal tracks and his talent shines through every time. He knows what a mix needs and responds effortlessly to revisions, yet also throws in ideas which take each track into new territory. When I’m writing music, it’s great to know that Dave will be there at the end of the process."
Joe Johnson - (Shed 7)
"Dave's instinct for what a mix needs is excellent, he has the ability to elevate a track while staying true to its essence. Every project we’ve worked on together has benefited from his creativity, whether through subtle refinements or new ideas. Dave’s passion and professionalism make every step of the process seamless, which shines through in the end result."
Alex (Guitarist) - The Bastard Sons
REAL PEOPLE WHO HAVE NICE THINGS TO SAY...
"Working with Dave feels like collaborating with an old friend—comfortable, yet always inspiring. He gives you the space to explore your own creativity while thoughtfully adding his own, resulting in a final product that reflects your vision and showcases his meticulous attention to detail."
Lewis (Vocalist) - Sleuth Gang
"Working with Dave is an absolute joy. His attention to feel and detail is so beautifully natural and when required, he’s brimming with ideas to get you to the magic. So many colours on this chaps pallet. Always a pleasure and honour"
Chris Helme
Hailing from York, England, Dave is making a name for himself as a mix engineer and producer, injecting his endless creativity and positivity into every project and every artist’s journey that crosses his path.
Dave has mixed and produced records for renowned artists such as Chris Helme (The Seahorses), Joe Johnson (Shed Seven) & Stay Free (produced by Jason Perry). He has also worked as an assistant engineer on high-profile projects working with the likes of, Blink-182, Busted, Don Broco, Romesh Dodangoda, Bring Me The Horizon and Kerrang TV, among others.
"Knobs, buttons and multitracks" aren’t Dave’s only passion; his first love was playing drums. His introduction to the music industry was through touring as a drummer in numerous pop-punk and skate-punk bands. From the age of 16, Dave has toured the US, Europe, and the UK, releasing music with record labels in Japan, the US, the UK, and Italy.
If you're an artist looking for a mixing engineer or producer who is as dedicated to your vision as you are, look no further! With his upbeat approach, unwavering enthusiasm, and dedication to elevating your sound, Dave is the perfect team member to help you bring your creations to life.
BIOGRAPHY...
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Bring me something you care about, rough, unfinished, or somewhere in between.
I’ll listen.
I’ll interpret.
Then we’ll figure out how to make it feel intentional.