25+
Years in Business
1
Grammy Award Winner on Team
8
Expert Engineers
ALL
Genres Covered
"Transforming your raw tracks into pure gold!"
Kelly "The Alchemist" Jones
Founder · Owner · Creative Director
Kelly Jones is the heart and architect of Da Spot Recording Studio — a Richmond institution since 1998. For over 25 years, Kelly has built something the music industry rarely sees: a studio where technical excellence and genuine artist development live under the same roof.
As an engineer, Kelly specializes in Recording, Mixing, Mastering, and Vocal Tuning across virtually every genre — from R&B and Hip Hop to Gospel, Jazz, Rock, and Contemporary Christian. His philosophy is simple: every artist has a sound, and it's his job to make sure the world hears it at its absolute best.
Beyond the boards, Kelly mentors artists, manages studio operations, and drives the creative vision that makes Da Spot one of Richmond's most trusted creative destinations.
Specialties
Software
Cakewalk, Pro Tools, Melodyne, Antares Auto-Tune
Genres
ALL — R&B, Hip Hop, Rock, Pop, Gospel, Jazz, Contemporary Christian
"Elite-level sound, wherever you are."
Matt Miller
Grammy Award-Winning Producer · Senior Engineer · Online Mixing Specialist · Business Development
Matt Miller is a Grammy Award-winning producer, engineer, performer, and vocalist with over 25 years of professional music industry experience at the highest levels.
He has worked with major artists including Aaron Hall, Tyrese, Ashanti, and other iconic R&B names from the 1990s and 2000s — bringing the same elite standards he developed in major-label studios directly to Da Spot's clients.
Matt specializes in professional mixing, remote mixing projects, production consulting, artist development, and digital music workflow. He is one of the few engineers in the Richmond market who brings genuine major-label credits and Grammy-level expertise to independent artists.
Specialties
Senior Engineer Premium Applies — +$15/hr added automatically for all sessions with Matt.
Matt primarily works remotely for online mixing and production projects. Limited in-person availability for select sessions. Submit your files below for a remote mixing project.
"Girls engineer too, and I'm fire!"
Empress Rav
Engineer · Creative Team
Empress Rav is one of Da Spot's most dynamic engineers — a multi-disciplinary creative who moves seamlessly between engineering, vocal production, and songwriting.
Her ear for detail, ability to connect with artists, and deep command of industry-standard tools make her an invaluable part of the Da Spot creative team. She specializes in Vocal Production and Recording, bringing a unique perspective to every session.
Specialties
Software
Cakewalk, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Melodyne, Antares Auto-Tune
Genres
ALL — R&B, Hip Hop, Rock, Jazz, Gospel, Contemporary Christian
"Everyone has a sound and I do it full justice."
Phil L.I.P.
Recording Engineer · Mixing Engineer · Vocal Producer
Phil L.I.P. brings a musician's instinct and an engineer's precision to every project he touches. His belief that "everyone has a sound" shapes how he approaches each artist — listening first, engineering second.
Phil's expertise spans Recording, Mixing, Vocal Production, Songwriting, Vocal Tuning, and Acapella recordings, giving him one of the widest skill sets on the Da Spot team.
Specialties
Software
Ableton, Cakewalk, Pro Tools, Melodyne, Antares Auto-Tune
Genres
R&B, Hip Hop, Rock, Jazz, Gospel, Acapella, Contemporary Christian
"He's a genius!"
Rahlil "RJ" Jones
Recording Engineer · Music Producer · Beatmaker
Rahlil "RJ" Jones is Da Spot's resident production powerhouse — a multi-talented engineer, beatmaker, and producer who lives and breathes Hip Hop and R&B.
With a deep command of FL Studio and the full Pro Tools suite, RJ brings an instinctive understanding of beats, arrangement, and sound design that elevates every project. Whether you're tracking vocals or building a track from scratch, RJ brings the energy.
Specialties
Software
FL Studio, Cakewalk, Pro Tools, Melodyne, Antares Auto-Tune
Genres
Hip Hop, Rap, R&B, Pop
"Professional sound, across every genre."
Shawn Proctor
Recording Engineer · Mixing Engineer · Producer
Shawn Proctor brings over 25 years of experience in the music industry, working with both local talent and nationally recognized artists.
Skilled in Pro Tools, Waves, and a wide range of production software and studio gear, Shawn is known for delivering professional, high-quality sound across multiple genres. His background spans hip-hop, rock, and diverse musical influences, bringing both technical expertise and creative vision to every project.
Specialties
Software
Pro Tools, Waves
Genres
Hip Hop, Rock, R&B, and diverse musical genres
"Preserving the soul and authenticity of every recording."
Warner Mazza
Engineer · Musician · Creative Team
I’m a lifelong musician with a passion for preserving the soul and authenticity of every recording. I believe great music is made by real people, and capturing their story is the most important part of the creative process.
As an engineer, I enjoy helping artists discover their unique sound, bring their vision to life, and create recordings they’re proud of. Seeing clients grow and achieve their best work is what drives me, and it’s something I genuinely love to do.
Specialties
Genres
All genres with a focus on authentic artist storytelling
"If Mau stays in the room, the session is probably going well."
Mau
Studio Cat · Frequency Engineer · Head of Vibe Control
Mau has been supervising sessions at Da Spot Recording Studio since he was a kitten. With hearing that extends beyond the human range and an unmatched talent for detecting good energy, Mau specializes in session vibes, stress reduction, and quality control naps.
Mau may sit beside you during your session, inspect your equipment, or sleep through the entire project while silently judging your mix decisions.
Note: Booking Mau does not guarantee his participation. Attendance is subject to naps, snacks, and personal preference.
Specialties
Genres
Hip Hop, Chill Environments, and Judging Your Mix
"Bringing your creative vision to life."
Jordan Wells
Recording Engineer · Mixing Engineer
Jordan Wells brings fresh energy and technical precision to every session at Da Spot Recording Studio.
With a passion for capturing authentic performances and crafting polished mixes, Jordan works across hip-hop, R&B, and pop to help artists realize their creative vision.
Specialties
Software
Pro Tools, Logic Pro
Genres
Hip Hop, R&B, Pop