🏆 Grammy-Nominated Studio with 150M+ Streams📈🏆
ALL IN ∞
RECORDING🎙️
Experience The Freedom to Create
In a Creative Haven That Fuels🔥
Your Musical Journey.
Book A Free Discovery Call With Me
____________
____________
🔴 Does this sound familiar?
😑 Your songs still don’t sound like the major-label hits you love, no matter how many studios you’ve tried.
😑 You deserve expert creative mentorship—not just enough advice to keep you as a paying "local artist."
😑 You’re aiming for bigger platforms or label attention, but your songs still aren’t standing out from the crowd.
😑 You dream of creating timeless music that builds a loyal audience and secures your family’s future—but you need help perfecting the science of songwriting.
____________
____________
IT'S TIME FOR A DIFFERENT APPROACH ✅
I’m J Smash, Founder of Smash House Recordings—and I’ve Been Exactly Where You Are.
Fifteen years ago, I walked into a studio convinced I could knock out two songs in three hours. I was wrong.
I rushed every take and walked away with a rough recording I simply couldn’t afford to finish. Back then, the industry wasn’t nearly as saturated with content. But now, if you leave your tracks unfinished, it's almost impossible to break through all the noise.
Over the years, I’ve seen both MAJOR-LABEL artists and indie acts rise to stardom—AND I’ve seen them fail. The difference often comes down to having enough time, guidance, and transparency during the recording process. That’s why I created Smash House Recordings, where you get
ALL IN PRICING:
🔥 Mix and Master included!
4 HOURS OF RECORDING TIME
🔥 No more racing the clock!
MAJOR LABEL INSIGHT
🔥 We don't sell dreams. We talk real strategy!
____________
____________
🎶Recording / Mixing / and Writing Lessons Available🎶
* Audio Production Lessons
* 🎸 Guitar for Production
* 🎹 Piano for Production
* 🎶 Bass for Production
* 🥁 Digital Drums in Production
* ✍️ Songwriting Lessons
* 💻 ProTools Lessons
* 🔧 Custom ProTools Template for Your Voice (for the DIY artist. 10x your growth with this one)
⚡ Why Learn From Me? ⚡
I’ve spent **over a decade** in the studio honing my craft, working with major labels, and helping underground artists polish their sound. When you train with me, we’ll dive into the real **“rules” of music**—and I’ll show you how to break them like a pro. That means you’ll learn to shape your tracks into something that **stands out**.
Overview
Hired 18 times
Background checked
1 employee
13 years in business
Business hours
Sun10:00 am - 10:00 pmMon10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pros are among the highest-rated, most popular professionals on Thumbtack.
2021
2020
Services offered
Level of experience
No experience
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Area(s) of interest
General introduction
Recording
Mixing
Editing
Software
Logic Pro X
Pro tools
Ableton
FL studio
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
21 reviews
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
Your trust means everything to us. Learn about our review guidelines.
Read reviews that mention:
Trbld A.
Feb 19, 2020
•
Hired on Thumbtack
Was extremely personable and easy to work with. Knowledgeable on many different aspects of music and has a real love for what he does. If he is touching your music I guarantee you are getting 110% from this guy. Great dude overall and provided a service I been looking so long for. Sound quality is amazing and his ear is off the charts. I highly recommend him for whatever you are trying to accomplish with your music.
-SyKo
Details: Singing only (pre-recorded instrumentals) • Hip-hop / Rap • 18 - 25 years old • 2 tracks • 5 minutes or fewer
Audio Recording
Alika G.
Feb 24, 2020
•
Hired on Thumbtack
This man knows what he’s doing, is constantly engaged with your work,and does whatever you need him to,making sure the sound you want is the sound you get. The studio space and equipment is great while he also makes it a comfortable atmosphere by being an open person with you AND your music.This is the go to man no cap
Details: Singing and instrumentals • Hip-hop / Rap • 18 - 25 years old • 1 track • 5 minutes or fewer • Mastering • Mixing • Editing
Audio Recording
Kendra W.
Jun 15, 2020
•
Hired on Thumbtack
If you’re looking for someone that will push you past what you think, feel or see. Look no further. I’ve had 2 songwriting lessons thus far and I am learning things about myself and my learning style. He is so professional and knowledgeable that it makes writing songs easier than doing it on your own. I would definitely recommend!
Details: Singing only (pre-recorded instrumentals) • R&B / Soul • 26 - 44 years old • 5 tracks • 16 - 30 minutes
Audio Recording
Semaj R.
May 4, 2020
•
Hired on Thumbtack
One of the Best Engineers in the game right now. I’m so glad that I’m stumbled upon him . I sent him a message around 2 am in the morning and In 15 mins he probably responded. If you want to have your songs quality match up with the top music artists in the industry I promise you J smash gives you that and more. Feel free to communicate and ask him questions because that’s when you truly get the best of the best in J smash!
Details: Singing and instrumentals • Hip-hop / Rap • R&B / Soul • Pop • 18 - 25 years old • 1 track • 5 minutes or fewer • Mixing • Mastering
Audio Recording
Jesse S.
Jul 18, 2021
I've been producing music since the late 90's but didn't really start taking it seriously until the last couple of years. I was looking for a working professional to fill some gaps in my knowledge and that's exactly what J Smash gave me.
Just in the first session, I learned like 4 techniques to improve my workflow that I hadn't thought about before. Things I was doing tediously before that will just be a few clicks now. I feel like our 1 hour session is going to save me hundreds of hours from now into the future. That's pretty valuable to me.
I'd recommend J Smash to anyone who's looking to improve their craft. He knows his stuff but he's not annoying about it. He just comes across as a very chill person looking to help you improve your craft.
Credentials
Background Check
Wilton Moore
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am YOUR personal engineer for hire. One thing all the greats have in common is an in house engineer. Hire me to record, mix, and master your project with the care it deserves!
Brand new Universal Audio system with the converters to get that bottom end round and the airy high.
Plethora of universal audio plugins as well as some key pieces of outboard gear that I actually use.
Got a big project? Consider upfront package deals.
Contact for pricing
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
After you've booked with us, expect a call to both confirm your appointment and your goals. The first call will be short and will help us get familiar with you so we can know how to best serve you, while you get to know us and our process.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I'm a pro tracking and mix engineer in the music industry (let's connect!). I've worked in Hitco (ATL), Tree Sound (ATL), Dreamville (LA), and Doppler Studios (ATL) to name a few. All multi platinum facilities.