Storytelling through music across genres
My approach to writing and producing music is simple: I create the songs and compositions I’d love to hear on my own playlists. This collection showcases my musical journey across a wide range of genres and styles, reflecting my passion for exploring, interpreting, and having fun with sound. You’ll find Venezuelan-inspired folk from New Caracas, Latin-infused J-Pop from pancake rocket, and cinematic compositions featured in my Heavyocity portfolio. These influences also shape my latest solo music, much of which is yet to be released. Below, you can hear samples of these works, each accompanied by notes on my contributions to the tracks, as well as a little context on what lies behind each of the songs.
Production / Songwriting / Guitars / Cuatros / Vocals / Mixing
Onda Vieja (Venezuelan Folk Pop)
Performed by Luis D'Elias featuring LIZJE
My debut release as a singer is also one of my oldest songs. I first composed this track for a class project at Berklee, and later, alongside New Caracas, we recorded it for our first album. As I step into the world of singing and producing my own music, it only felt right to return to it. Singing my own songs has given my music new meaning and my artistry a renewed sense of purpose. It excites me to explore new collaborations and projects, knowing I can fully immerse myself in everything I write.
Production / Songwriting / Guitars / Cuatros / Bandolas / Vocals / Mixing
Run (Venezuelan Indie Folk)
Unreleased Solo Work
I've learned that your roots will always stay with you. This song, from my upcoming album, brings me back to the Venezuelan joropos that first made me fall in love with musical composition. But this time, it’s me singing—about something deeply personal to me: running. With a small yet eclectic and special orchestration, I blend the energy of joropo with the crispness of the electric guitar, all supported by the rich textures of bass and percussion.
Co-Production / Songwriting / Guitars
Camino Sur (Venezuelan Jazz)
Performed by New Caracas featuring Nella
This song features some of my favorite lyrics I’ve written, set to one of my favorite rhythms—Venezuelan merengue. Sung by the amazingly talented Nella, it brings together my dear friends with whom I founded New Caracas, serving as an ode to Venezuela’s rich tapestry of images and colors. It speaks of following the southern path that lives within me—a tribute to my Venezuelan roots and the way they will always be a part of me.
Composition / Guitars / Sequencing / Mixing
All The Time Lost (Folk Cinematic)
Product Demo for Heavyocity
I wrote this track for one of my favorite products we released—Uncharted 88. For this one, I spent countless hours editing samples of an old piano board being struck and smacked from every possible angle with all sorts of mallets. The uncanny yet organic nature of these sounds inspired me to compose a piece infused with Venezuelan rhythms, creating a nostalgic and eerie vibe reminiscent of Gustavo Santaolalla’s soundtrack for The Last of Us.
Composition / Sequencing / Guitars / Mastering
DOMINO (Retro J-Pop)
Performed by pancake rocket
A track inspired by ’80s anime. Laura and I had to put this one together practically overnight—an opportunity to collaborate with the Venezuelan podcast El Cuartico was too good to pass up. Laura came up with the melody, which led me to the harmony and the driving synth bass line. The key element? The syncopation of the chords—that’s where the energy comes from. And, of course, the excitement of DOMINO! (The video came out pretty nice too!)
Production / Composition / Guitars / Sequencing / Mixing
YUME NO KUNI (J-Pop)
Performed by pancake rocket
The one that started it all. During the pandemic, Laura and I finally had the time to bring to life a collaboration we had been talking about for ages. I came up with an odd, playful riff, and she found melodies and lyrics to match. To our surprise, the lyrics ended up being in both Japanese and Spanish. Musically, the track naturally gravitated toward a J-Pop aesthetic, with a touch of Venezuelan funk thrown into the mix. And that’s how pancake rocket was born. There is a very fun video for this too, which goes really well with chocolate!
Co-Production / Songwriting / Guitars
En Los Llanos, La Piel (Prog Pop)
Performed by New Caracas featuring MADAM
A track from New Caracas that’s especially close to my heart. This song marked a clear turning point in my songwriting journey, as I leaned into my rock roots to craft a musical narrative inspired by a Venezuela that endures pain yet is reborn—never forgetting its history. You’ll hear the Venezuelan cuatro, distorted guitars, a bari sax interlude, and a choir of friends layered over odd time signatures. A true joy to write, record, and perform.
Production / Composition / Bandolas / Background Vocals / Bass / Sequencing
YARE NO ONI (Latin J-Pop)
Performed by pancake rocket
One of the wildest songs I’ve ever composed and produced. This was the second track Laura and I worked on, and it truly defines what we aim to bring to life with pancake rocket. It’s a dance track infused with Venezuelan joropo, featuring samples of maracas tuyeras and the Diablo de Yare singing and maniacally laughing—all while Laura sings in both Japanese and Spanish. You’ll also hear my cinematic influences in the intro, and in the bridge, a bass line subtly inspired by Iron Maiden’s Rime of the Ancient Mariner. To top it off, Laura created a crazy video to match the energy of the song.​ Go check it out!
Production / Songwriting / Guitars / Vocals / Mixing
Sea Of Clouds (Surf Pop)
Unreleased solo work
This song has been as fun as it has been challenging. The original idea came to me on my first-ever trip to New Orleans—I was gazing out the window, humming a swing jazz melody inspired by what I imagined. But the more I worked on it with my phenomenal band, the more it evolved into something completely different—something that felt more fun and true to my rock and roll roots (though the bridge still honors my original jazz influences, and it’s a blast to play). As for the vocals, it wasn’t until I dared to track the harmonies that I finally discovered how the song was meant to come to life. But it all started with that moment, gazing out the window!
Composition / Sequencing / Mixing
The Resolute (Ambient Cinematic)
Product Demo for Heavyocity
A track I composed for our release Mosaic Pads, drawing inspiration from ’80s synth pop. It features expansive textures derived from the product, with grand cinematic percussion taking on the role of Phil Collins’ trademark drum fills! You can check a video of me explaining my process going to this link!