STUDIO TO STAGE
I learned the craft at Boogie Park Studios in Hamburg and performed live at venues like Fabrik or Stadtpark. Studio work met crowd response and shaped my feel for sound.
MUSIC SUPERVISION
RESEARCH
Every search starts with a concise brief that defines mood, story, and budget.
From there I map a search grid—genres, emotional cues, and any clearance constraints—then dig across major catalogues, indie labels, and under-the-radar playlists.
Each candidate is vetted for master and publishing splits, sample use, and PRO data so rights issues appear early. The shortlist arrives with usage notes, fee estimates, and optional rough edits to picture, giving you fully scoped choices instead of loose links.
LICENSING
The process begins the moment a song feels right for picture.
I handle every step that follows. Requests go to the rights holders with clear usage details. Negotiations cover term, territory, media and fee, keeping budgets realistic and timelines intact. Once terms align, I secure written approvals for both master and publishing, verify splits and confirm union fees.
Final licence paperwork is formatted to industry standards and delivered ready for legal sign-off. All parties leave with the same understanding: the music is cleared, the paperwork is complete and the track can live on screen without surprises.
EDITING
Work starts with the brief and the picture on screen.
I cut and tighten stems so hits and drops land exactly where they should, then mix and master to current broadcast and streaming specs. Custom sound effects sit naturally with the score, while voice-over sessions – remote or in-studio – are recorded, cleaned, and leveled for swift use.
AI tools handle stem separation, noise reduction, and quick alternate mixes, keeping turnaround short and revisions simple.
ABOUT ME
Hi, I’m Leo.
Music supervisor, licensing specialist and producer with a soft spot for Afrobeats and hip hop.
First mixtape release with on Dendemann’s “Best of” mixtape back in Hamburg, crowned as mixtape of the month in Juice Magazine.
Eight years followed in Cape Town and Johannesburg: rooftop sets, cruise-deck parties, nights that doubled as classrooms.
The last decade in Hamburg, Germany took me through various positions at Grabarz & Partner, thjnk, Epidemic Sound, Songtradr, Big Sync Music, BLUT and Warner Music, turning music and marketing instincts into business routine.
Today I clear music for screens, consult businesses and craft new tracks in the studio. Need a beat that sticks?
Let’s talk.
8 YEARS IN SOUTH AFRICA
Cape Town rooftops, Johannesburg clubs, and the all-day cruise parties shaped eight years of producing and DJing. It began with university parties and soon I was sharing lineups with Black Coffee, Maphorisa, DJ Oskido, TKZEE, and other pillars of South African music.
AD AGENCY AND MUSIC SYNC EXPERIENCE
Time at award-winning agencies Grabarz & Partner and thjnk sharpened pitching and briefing skills. Work with catalogues Epidemic Sound and Songtradr and supervision team Big Sync . Creative production for Blut Audio and synch and licensing projects with Warner Music Group.
TODAY
My work follows two paths. One is music supervision for screen and brands, researching, clearing, and placing tracks. The other is original production that blends German precision with African warmth. Both aim for the same result: sound that makes a story stay.
DISCOGRAPHY
CONTACT
FAQ
What types of music licensing services do you offer?
I offer complete music licensing and clearance solutions for film, television, advertising, digital campaigns, and branded content. This includes identifying and contacting rights holders for both the composition (publishing) and the master (recording), negotiating fair usage terms, and delivering fully executed sync and master use licenses. I also provide support in interpreting contracts and handling cue sheets when needed. Whether you are dealing with a global hit or a rare track from an independent catalog, I can guide you through the legal and creative layers to avoid delays or surprises.
Can you help me find the perfect track for my project?
Yes. I specialize in music research and supervision with a strong focus on emotional storytelling, cultural context, and sound identity. My process includes deep catalog digging, artist and label outreach, and assembling curated playlists tailored to your brief across genres, languages, and licensing ease. I have experience working with both major catalogs and local scenes including African, European, and Latin American music markets. This allows me to offer authentic and often underutilized gems that elevate your project while staying within budget and clearance scope.
What’s included in your music consultation services?
My music consultation services are designed to support creators, agencies, and production teams at various stages of a project. I offer creative guidance on music strategy by helping you define the sound of your brand, campaign, or film and advise on licensing feasibility, rights education, and budget planning. Consultations can also include script reads for music placement ideas, supervision for pitch decks or presentations, and advisory for in-house legal or production teams needing an outside expert’s perspective. Whether it is a one-off session or ongoing collaboration, I tailor each consultation to your timeline and scope.
Do you also handle music editing or adapt tracks for visual content?
Yes. I work with Logic Pro X and a suite of industry-standard plugins including iZotope, Waves, and FabFilter as well as other native and third-party tools for audio editing, mastering, and track adaptation. I offer services like mixing, mastering, cutdowns, time-stretching, cue-point syncing and vocal noise removals to make the track work perfectly with your visuals. I operate from a fully equipped studio setup optimized for postproduction and also have a mobile studio kit for on-location songwriting sessions, artist collaboration, or podcast recording. This ensures flexibility and high quality wherever the project takes place.
How early should I involve you in a project?
Ideally, bring me in at the concept or pre-production stage. Early collaboration allows me to align the music direction with your creative goals, advise on licensing implications before tracks are locked, and help you avoid unexpected costs or clearance issues later on. It also opens space for bespoke music research, artist commissioning, or custom edits. That said, I am well-versed in joining mid or late-stage productions where fast turnarounds and problem-solving are essential. I will meet your timeline without compromising quality or compliance.
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