Bronx native, Reuben Blades has proved to be a well-rounded musician. A pianist and bassist, Reuben's works can be found all over the music industry as well as internet media. Most of his works are up for public viewing, which you can find at http://www.youtube.com/reubenblades
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All songs are available thru this website free of charge to give the listener a chance to hear what they sound like over some of the sounds you may hear. Have any submissions you want me to hear or general inquiries? Contact me at Reubenblades@gmail.com
Schools:
Bronen's School of Music (Piano)
Mount Saint Michael Academy (High School Diploma)
Interboro Technical Institute (Optical Technition)
Playing Piano since the age of 13, he has been featured on works ranging from his own as well as directed talent for various entertainment companies such as LifeSoulMusement, A.I. Productions, and Sony Music. His works have been featured on BronxNet's "Xiomara TV" and the annual Orchard Beach Festival hosted by 97.9's "La Mega".
Reuben has also performed in the Lower East Side's popular "NuyoRican Poets Cafe", become a frequent at Vibe Lounge's own "The W.H.A.T. Show" and backed a fulled featured show at Manhattan's very own 40/40 club (2011)
Reuben's influences include Leon Russell, Robert Trujillo, Kenny Loggins, R. Kelly, Brian Mcknight, Flea, Stevie Wonder, Raphael Saadiq, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Prince, Jimi Hendrix and Alex Bodnar.
Equipment (Music)
Mac
Fender Jazz Bass (Electric)
Yamaha S30
Roland Fantom g6
Korg (MicroKorg)
Reason 5.0
Logic Pro
GarageBand
(Video/Editing)
Kodak Zi8 1080p (Handheld)
Final Cut Pro
Photoshop CS5
iMovie '11
Additional Rates:
Reuben Blades is also a Certified Audio Engineer available for all your recording and mixing needs. Cutting Edge Studios (CES-NY) is open for recording on Mondays (11am-6pm) Wednesdays (2pm-9pm) Saturdays (2pm-9pm) Check out our amazing rates! Price quotes available upon request.
Occupation:
Producer/ Director- Responsible for the creative developement of artist. Also responsible for all music used for audio and visual for CES-NY