Talk of music production, and most people will likely think of a producer. Little is known about music or audio engineers, as they’re rarely in the limelight. But unbeknown to many, music engineers play a significant role in the production process. They’re responsible for the technical and mechanical parts of the production process, mostly helping mix and master audio. This has been their primary role, working in conjunction with producers to help them execute their vision for a project.
But in the modern environment, music engineers are becoming more visible, with most industry players starting to credit them for their role. Audio engineers are also expected to understand and master aspects of the industry far from their core mandates. This is to help them gain a broader industry perspective and leverage their knowledge to edit and mix music.
This has opened up the role to many people, with existing sound engineers serving as role models to aspiring ones. Dexter Simmons is one of these experienced sound engineers in the music industry living his dream. He is a classic example of an established audio engineer with vast industry knowledge. Dexter is widely recognized for his creativity and innovation in making music that always results in something special, beyond the norm.
Dexter is a producer and mix engineer based in Los Angeles, a state widely known for its vibrant music industry. He has been in the industry for decades, having mixed records over the last three decades. His passion for music started at a young age, and he has continually worked on it, including studying audio engineering in England to create a thriving career. His innate music production and mixing skills set him apart from the competition, earning him recognition from various industry sectors.
Dexter’s most significant award has to be the Grammy award he won for mixing the rap group OutKast’s album, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below. This was a special kind of project that also won him numerous other accolades, cementing his mixing brand in the industry. His work was also nominated for the Record of the Year award for the single “The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy and Monica. Though he did not get to clinch the prize, the project also placed him on the map, gaining him attention from some of the industry’s big names.
Dexter has worked with many artists throughout his career, including mixing for Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, Toni Braxton, and Beyonce. This also includes a list of other notable artists with even some new projects that are awaiting release.
An ambitious producer, Dexter is dedicated to working with more artists and helping them bring out their best. He foresees producing more records for his own acts to show more of his creativity. Dexter is also keen on building his Lion Pack Music Group company that he co-owns with veteran producer IMMPAAC.
Aside from the music world, Dexter is a highly spiritual person, and he considers himself God’s vessel. He strongly believes that anyone can achieve what they set their minds to, provided they maintain their faith and put in the work.