Late October Lifestyle
Late October Lifestyle is...
Rick Da Engineer
J2Tha
BlksMyth
Shaun Scott
SwurVy aka Kid Swagg
Hoosia
With roots in Dallas, Chicago, Indianapolis, DMV & NYC, Late October Lifestyle is a music production group committed to audio excellence. We are a diverse collective of professionals that work with artists internationally to create quality musical projects. With over 20 years of experience and an inherent passion for music, LOL has proven to be a mainstay in a subjective era of entertainment. LOL has an affinity for creation, boasting an ever-growing catalog that crosses genres and continues to redefine possible. Leveraging the latest technology allows LOL to stay on the cutting edge of music composition, production and audio engineering. Hard work defines LOL, as we are dedicated to creating superior projects with unmatched quality.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
We come from lot's of different places, and share a common goal. In 2012, we collectively decided that we'd go on this journey together. We started pushing and have no plans of stopping, until we're heard. And then we'll push some more.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
At some point we will begin to play live. We currently opening two recording studios in Dallas, TX and Richmond, VA.
Your musical influences
Kanye West, DJ Premier, Earth Wind & Fire, Ryan Leslie, Quincy Jones, Count Basie, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Jay-Z, Beyonce, Al Green, Maroon 5, Justin Timberlake, Timbaland, Missy Elliot, Omarion, Cy Hi Da Prince & just about any orchestra you can find. We really draw influence from everywhere.
What equipment do you use?
We have a variety of equipment. We use Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Reason & Maschine and associated plug-ins. We use a lot of M-Audio products. We have 2 Axiom Pro 61 keyboard controllers, a KeyStudio 49i an Axiom 25 keyboard controller and an Oxygen 25 series keyboard controller. We also have a Yamaha Motif and a Korg Karma. We have 3 M-Audio M Box Minis, an M-Audio Profire & Avalon audio interfaces. We have 3 pair of Yamaha HS80M Studio Monitors and 1 pair of KRK Rokit 5. We have 2 iMac computers, 1 Mac Mini, 3 MacBook Pros & a Power Mac.
Anything else?
We're just plain ol' fresh. Just want to bring the people good music.
