ADRIAN BREAKSPEAR
ARIA Winning Record Producer and Mix Engineer based in Sydney
Adrian Breakspear is a Sydney-based record producer, mixing engineer, and audio professional with a GRAMMY nomination and ARIA award to his name.
With over two decades of experience, Adrian has worked with global and Australian artists including Gang of Youths, Boy & Bear, Johnny Hunter, Ricky Martin, and Pharrell Williams.
About Adrian
Adrian began his music production career in London in 2001, working in iconic studios such as Abbey Road, Strongroom and settling at Miloco for 6 years. In 2012, he relocated to Sydney, where he spent 9 years as the in-house engineer for Sony Music Australia, collaborating with a wide range of genres and artists.
In 2017, Adrian was awarded the ARIA Producer of the Year for his work on Gang of Youths’ acclaimed album Go Farther in Lightness. He has also received two ARIA nominations for Engineer of the Year, along with a GRAMMY nomination for his contribution to Pharrell’s global hit album “G I R L”. Other projects of note include Johnny Hunter’s “Early Trauma” EP, 2 albums with David Campbell, a range of production and engineering credits with CLEWS and work with artists including Triple One, Example, Ricky Martin and John Legend.
Now working freelance in Sydney, Adrian delivers professional production, engineering, and mixing services to labels, and independent artists. Recent clients include Josh Pyke (engineering and mixing the “Revisions” album and several singles), producing and mixing for Alibii, The Favourite and Lazuli Mood (Sydney-based indie artists), and work with Rachael Fahim, PJ Harding and Alexandria (all major label artists).
Record Production
Adrian’s production credits include Gang of Youths, CLEWS, Johnny Hunter, The Vanns, Pacific Avenue and The Two Romans (Switzerland).
He has also provided vocal production for The Meeting Tree, Example and Samantha Jade.
Adrian is equally at home working with bands as he is arranging a song around an artist.
Recording & Studio Engineering
Adrian’s engineering experience includes live band recording, vocal sessions, string ensembles, musical cast recordings, and acoustic live sets.
He has engineered many sessions in a number of Sydney studios including Studios 301, Hercules St, Oceanic and Rancom St, and is a specialist in recording larger ensembles.
Mixing
Adrian’s portfolio spans a multitude of Australian and international clients.
He has mixed records for Boy & Bear, Josh Pyke, Triple One, CLEWS, Good Dog (UK), and numerous independent acts.
Posted on Google Bina BhattacharyaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm so glad Adrian was recommended to me to assist with the post-production of my film, which involved re-recording a song in a studio environment. He is supremely knowledgable, experienced, creative and not to mention, very pleasant to work with. I could not have asked for a steadier hand! I hope Adrian and I get to work together again in the future. He will definitely be my first point of call for anything music-related!Posted on Google Russ HepworthTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've occasionally mastered for Adrian and his work is exemplary. Great mixes, well organised and clients always delighted with his work!Posted on Google Luke FitzgeraldTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 🔥 👍🏼👍🏼⭐️⭐️🌟⭐️⭐️🤘🏼🤘🏼🔥 It’s been great working with Adrian. He has been more than accommodating and gone above and beyond. I will work with him as long as he is willing to. He is very patient, communicative and helpful. I’ve learned a lot just from our emails back and forth. I couldn’t see myself working with anyone else after working with Adrian.His work speaks for itself. He did these two songs for me. He turned my recordings into the songs I heard in my head. 🔥 👍🏼👍🏼⭐️⭐️🌟⭐️⭐️🤘🏼🤘🏼🔥Posted on Google Logan CourtmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. One of the best on the beats and sharp gentlemen outside studio too.Posted on Google Thom WoodTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adrian always delivers the goods! We've worked together on multiple projects and his level of quality always blows me away. Can Highly recommend.Posted on Google alpegg75Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have had the pleasure of working remotely on a couple of projects with Adrian, even receiving his mixed stems to continue tracking at my place. His work is amazing and he is also extremely approachable and accommodating when offering advice or needing to discuss the project. I am always very impressed with everything he sends back to us. I 100% recommend Adrian for the best results and the highest level of professionalism, combined with a great, friendly personality, making for a smooth ride to amazing sounding music. Al Pegg - O.D. Productions (formerly Old Dog Studios)Posted on Google Cypress BartlettTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tldr: Easy to work and collaborate with, fast and accurate mixes, wealth of knowledge to heighten productions beyond what they already were. Working with Adrian for over a year and a half on various project, most notably Adrians mixing of Kaya Byrnes EP 'Belladonna/ supernova'. Songs in this EP had well over 200 stems, ranging from multilayer guiter riffs, sweaping string sections, to all out gospel choirs. Adrian was able to sit all the elements perfectly in place with thw most minimal of revisions. Beyond handling of large productions, working with Adrian on quick mixes has been smooth and easy, with a highlight on his ability to work to a deadline, and to a particular mixing palette. Whether you are looking for a mix on a large production that requires the finesse of brain surgeon or a duet that needs the elevated touch, Adrian Breakspear will have your mixing needs covered.Posted on Google Chris LakeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adrian is a genius in the studio. I recently had the pleasure of working with him to mix and produce my latest track and I’m still blown away by the results. He has an incredible ear for detail and a knack for bringing out the best in every instrument and vocal. Adrian was communicative, responsive to feedback, and genuinely invested in making the song the best it could be. If you’re looking for a mixer and producer who is not only technically brilliant but also creatively gifted and a pleasure to work with, look no further than Adrian. I would work with him again in a heartbeat!Posted on Google Ben BakerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic producer and mix engineer. Worked with him on some of my bands songs and the results were very professional. He’s also provided me with excellent feedback on my own mixes, which has helped me to improve significantly. Not to mention, he’s also an excellent human being!Load more