Biography

James Meeker has been engineering, producing and writing music for over 20 years. Starting out as a freelance engineer James worked with many artists until becoming a staff engineer at SOR Studios in Toledo, Ohio specializing in hard rock and hip hop music. James then joined Strawberry Fields Recording Studio becoming the chief producer and engineer. After a few years he decided to join the staff at Lava Room where he continues to be a vital member of the engineering staff. James has worked with many artists including Layzie Bone (Bone Thugs N Harmony), Shirley King, Punchline, Jason Sherwood, and the 2006 Black Music Awards winner of best new artist, Purpose.

James specializes in producing and recording rock, metal, electronic and hip hop music. His engineering style is big, larger-than-life, but with a natural, organic sound. As a producer James' ability to pay attention to detail, while never losing sight of the big picture, results in projects that remain true to the artist's vision. James is also an accomplished mixing engineer capable of breathing life into any production. Due to his interest in industrial and electronic music, James is fluent in synthesis, sampling, sequencing and MIDI technology.