DUB ACADEMY
DJ & MUSIC PRODUCTION SCHOOL
(512) 705-8091
INSTRUCTORS
Xyan / Trace Meadors
Specialization:
Ableton, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Recording
Xyan AKA Trace Meadors has been in the music industry for 8 years. After a year of experimenting with audio Trace decided to go to college where he was awarded a Bachelors of Science in Audio Production.
Toward the end of college Trace started the Xyan project, where he began to release pop and electronic music spanning a range of genres.
Madhatter! / Brett Hopkin
DJ Grip
Specialization:
Ableton, Serato, Traktor, Rekordbox, CDJ’s, Recording, Music Theory
Brett Hopkin, aka, Madhatter! is a Multi-Genre Electronic Producer, Saxophonist, Guitarist and Composer out of Austin, TX.
If Griz had a threesome baby with, Kill The Noise and Hans Zimmer, you would get a Madhatter. Simple math guys.
Wisdom Through Mystery
Specialization:
Serato, Traktor, CDJs, Controllers
Originating from Houston, DJ Grip is well known in the Texas and Southern region of the US . He is well known for his mixtapes and club/concert performances.
DJ Grip has over 15 years in experience specializing in Rap/Hip Hop. He has performed at clubs & festivals including SXSW, Free Fest, Mala Luna, & JMBLYA throughout the duration of his career. DJ Grip has been a staple in the Austin DJ scene for years, and a great mentor/instructor to work with!
Mr. Kristopher / Kris Gray
Specialization:
Ableton, FL Studio, Guitar, Sample Packs
From punk to hip-hop, and now electronic music, Kris has over 10 years in the music industry. Performing alongside Machine Gun Kelly and Tech N9ne for multi-city tours, to headlining internationally as a solo performer with all original dark heavy bass music.
Kris has a featured sample pack on Splice that has been used on Mau5trap, Subsidia and shared by Timbaland. He has also produced custom music for Dell, Alienware, & Thrillist, as well as been featured on Complex.
MALWARE / Matt Smith
Specialization:
Ableton, Bass Sound Design, Project Branding
Malware aka Matt Smith is a bass music producer from Dallas, TX with 6 years experience in the music industry. Performing with major artist like Excision, Adventure Club, PhaseOne, and more.
His focus is all forms of dubstep and bass music alike, malware specializes in mixing a glitch heavy style while incorporating grounded and heavy sound design.
Orreon / DJ O.G. Sprocket
Specialization:
Serato, CDJs, Controllers
Is an original Austin native whom has been DJing full time for about 8 years. He’s always had a knack for entertaining the masses with music. He eventually picked up DJing and never looked back.
He plays in multiple entertainment districts across Austin including: Rainey Street, South Lamar, West 6th, East 6th, as well as Historic 6th. Some of his DJ influences are Buck Rodgers, DJ Blitz, Skratch Bastid, Chris Villa, Rapid Ric, & Q-Holic.
false_prophet / Darryl Russell
Specialization: Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, Recording, Mixing/Mastering, Guitar
Over 4 years experience in Live sound engineering in the red river district of Austin, TX. Assistant studio engineer at 5th Street Studios (2012-2014), studied Audio Engineering & Music Production @ The Recording Connection (graduated 2014)
Main focus: Recording/ Mixing. Guitar & Vocal production. Multi genre production.
JIGGA / Shawn Anderson
Specialization: Rekordbox, CDJ's
Hailing from AUSTIN, TX by way of baltimore, MD; Jigga has solidified his place in the texas circuit with high energy live performances and classic dubstep production reminiscent of acts such as caspa, cookie monsta, gentlemen’s club, and FUNTCASE.
With plenty of tunes and club plays on the way, Jigga is prepped for a breakout year.
STAFF
Miles
Owner and CEO
Jamin
COO / Director
Xyan / Trace Meadors
Assistant Director
Madhatter! / Brett Hopkin
FreakMEOWt/Sammie
Head of Music Production
Head of Creative Development
OUR MISSION
To provide instructors & students an environment dedicated to the promotion of the electronic arts and to inspire pursuit of a musical dream..
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ABOUT US
Welcome to the premier music production and DJ’ing school of Austin, TX. Located slightly east of Downtown, Dub Academy offers a variety of services that cater to your DJ’ing and producing needs.
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OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Fri: 11am - 6pm