Few production duos have honed a sound as distinctive as the Mosley Brothers. Growing up in a household filled with ‘90s R&B and hip-hop, Jordan and Justin Mosley were immersed in music from the start, laying the foundation for a signature style that now defines their work with artists like Post Malone and Muni Long. Their secret? A toolkit stocked with Eventide plug-ins that add texture, depth, and dimension to their tracks.
“Our parents kept us around music,” Justin recalls. “Albums were always playing, and that just got us hooked early on.” Jordan adds, “Working with artists like Post Malone pushes us to keep evolving, but that early influence is always there, grounding our sound.”
For the Mosley Brothers, creating a track isn’t just about making beats; it’s about building a sonic world. Eventide’s plug-ins are central to that mission, helping them explore new directions and bring those worlds to life.
Crafting Vocals That Stand Out
Vocals are at the heart of the Mosley Brothers’ productions, and Eventide’s tools allow each unique voice to shine. “Eventide plug-ins bring an edge to vocals,” Jordan notes. Using MangledVerb for depth and the H910 Harmonizer® for stereo spread, they make vocals stand out without crowding the mix.
SplitEQ is vital in balancing their vocal sound. By separating transient and tonal elements, they control clarity and warmth with precision. “SplitEQ is clutch for getting that vocal balance just right,” Justin says. “Boosting transients keeps it clear, while adjusting tonal elements helps it sit smoothly in the mix.” This focus on detail keeps their vocals punchy yet clean, a Mosley trademark.
Building Textures and Movement
For the Mosleys, sound design is an adventure in discovering new textures and shapes. Plug-ins like Physion Mk II help them create movement, layering sounds and flipping them in reverse for seamless transitions. “Physion Mk II adds depth and dimension,” Justin notes. In Muni Long’s “30s,” they used SplitEQ to keep the drums tight while leaving space for other elements to breathe.
“SplitEQ has changed how we approach drums,” Jordan explains. By separating transients from tones, the drums hit hard without overwhelming the mix, achieving a balance between power and polish.
Sound Design for Major Artists
When working with high-profile artists, the Mosleys aim to create sounds that make listeners stop and take notice. “We want effects that make people go, ‘What is that?’” says Justin. With a versatile toolkit, they can set the tone right from the start, using reverb, delay, and modulation to give each song its own vibe.
“Eventide gives us the freedom to push each track further,” Jordan adds. This flexibility allows them to approach every project with a fresh perspective, ensuring no two productions sound alike.
Expanding Their Sonic Palette
As they explored Eventide’s offerings, they quickly saw the value of having a diverse set of effects in one place. “Instead of piecing together individual plug-ins, having a complete suite like Anthology XII gives us everything we need in one place,” says Justin. This comprehensive setup allows them to experiment freely, pushing each track’s sound further without interrupting their creative flow.
“Eventide gives us the flexibility to approach every project with a fresh perspective,” adds Jordan. Whether they’re layering textures or dialing in subtle effects, the Mosleys can shape each production in a way that keeps things fresh.
Top Plug-ins Shaping Their Style
Among Eventide’s collection, Jordan and Justin have found a few must-have plug-ins that have become staples of their creative process, each adding its own unique flavor to their productions.
“We used Omnipressor® on Muni Long’s ‘30s’ to give the drums serious punch,” Justin explains. By pairing it with SplitEQ, they bring out the low end on kicks and make the snares pop. This combo gives their drums a signature impact that’s powerful and precise.
Their custom Physion Mk II preset, ‘Mosley Dream Skies,’ adds a unique twist with a reverse delay effect that shifts tones at just the right moments. “It’s amazing for adding depth to synth leads or vocals,” says Jordan. Automating the envelope trigger allows them to create sounds that evolve and captivate, giving each track a mysterious, layered quality.
Known for its “falling note” vibe, the H910 Harmonizer®’s ‘Movie Sweeper’ preset brings a big, raw feel to pads and Rhodes. “It makes the sounds feel like they’re being played live in the room,” Justin adds, giving their digital elements an organic touch that resonates.
For vocal chops, MangledVerb’s ambient delay adds character and fills space in a unique way. “It’s become part of our signature sound,” says Jordan. The plug-in brings an eerie, haunting quality to their vocal textures, setting them apart in today’s crowded music landscape.
When they want that old-school, reel-to-reel warmth, they turn to the H3000 Factory Mk II’s ‘ADR Tape Hiss’ preset. “It gives that raw, polished sound we love,” Justin says. This effect captures a retro feel that adds character and depth to their tracks, making them memorable.
Looking Back and Moving Forward
Reflecting on their early work with artists like Post Malone, the Mosley Brothers recognize how Eventide’s tools could have added even more depth to those tracks. “If we’d had these tools back then, the songs would have had even more dimension,” they admit. With upcoming projects in R&B and Afro beats, they’re excited to keep pushing their sound forward with Eventide as a core part of their process.
“You’ll hear Eventide all over our next releases,” Justin promises. Beyond their work with top artists, the Mosley Brothers are also creating exclusive sound kits for producers, packed with unique sounds crafted using Eventide plug-ins. These kits offer the producer community a way to tap into the same innovative textures and unique vibes the Mosleys are known for.
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