IF CREATIVITY WERE worth its value in gold, then Jason Moe
would be heavily tipping the scales. One of the foremost
upcoming British producers, his unquestionable talent, vision
and aptitude to create diverse productions is what makes him a
beacon in today’s music scene.
Born and raised in South London, BRIT School graduate Moe also
known as ‘Moezart’ has already allowed media to swiftly gauge his
innovative abilities and fresh approach to production. The release of
his first single ‘Walk On’ became a runaway hit blazing a trail in
clubland nationwide. The addictive single sold in excess and opened
doors for him as a producer and songwriter. His other releases
include the soulful 4 to the floor ‘Closer To You’ released under the
M3 label and devastating club banger ‘Down Down’ in conjunction
with production partner Ras Kwame. However, these releases
revealed merely a single facet of Moe’s genre bursting style.
His penchant for melody and music was born out of a strong
church upbringing and his education fuelled by the “old piano in
the back hall of the church”. As well as soaking up harmonies and
studying vocalisation via the choir, it was Moe’s own interpretations
of what he was hearing on the radio, via friends and at church that
developed his understanding and style.
Innovation, dexterity and creative flair as opposed to sitting
behind a computer screen simply churning out beats, is what
makes him stand out of the pack. As well as having the Midas touch
when it comes to production it’s the fact that Moe has an aptitude
to pen remarkable songs. “I’m a lyricist first before buildinggreat
beats” he states “You’re more likely to hear me play you a thousand
and one songs from my computer, than a thousand and one
beats” he says summing up his way of thinking.
Self taught musician Moe, is adept at playing several instruments
ranging from saxophone, keys and drums. It’s his utilisation of these live
sounds within his production that bring colour to his music and lifeto
his creations. He recalls, “When I was young, James Brown to me was
like sherbet to a kid. I saw a video on the JB’s, his band in secondary
school and the funky drummer caught my full attention. I then went on
to learn how to play the drums and building some hot live sequences-
I’m always thinking back to the funky drummer when I need inspiration!”
As his proficiency in playing the saxophone, drums and piano
grew, so did his catalogue of music.
He was introduced to UK singer/ song writer Andrew Roachford in
1999 and their working relationship and Moe’s education was nurtured.
Moe’s creativity was allowed to breathe and develop into its own and
his techniques were honed and perfected. “It was Steven Roachford
that taught me much of what I know,” Moe states “I used to work
under pressure and had to produce in so many different styles or
beats in order to learn about different genres of music but now I can
exploit this knowledge into what I work on today”.
It’s precisely this refreshing outlook when creating songs and
tracks that makes Moe a rare commodity. In a frenzied world of
over zealous producers, overused drum machines and repetitive
sampled loops, you scarcely find someone that doesn’t rely on
searching through crates of old vinyl to find a sample that no one
has used...yet. “When I’m writing, it’s songs that I hear first and
foremost. If I ever use anything that I haven’t created myself it will
be a ‘stab’ that has been manipulated for a particular texture that I
am building” he explains.
Years of hard graft and persistence have opened doors for him
and his lyrical prowess has led to writing and production credits
with Roachford, Omar, Lynden David Hall, Cathy Dennis, Travis
Blaque, CJ Lewis and up and coming US talent Jasmine O’Sullivan.
But this is just the beginning for Jason ‘Moezart’ Moe. He is on
the verge of something great. Working with Nerol Productions,
Jason is stepping up for co-song writing and production duties. He
is part of a team launching the careers of up and coming hugely
talented British musicians and performers. Expect to hear anything
from heavy punk riffage and stomping hip hop to soaring soulful
melodies and new age jazz courtesy of Moe.
Moe is no stranger to stretching the boundaries of production
and traditional musical genres. His fearless experimentation and
comprehensive tutelage along with a sprinkle of his own blue sky
thinking, sees him delivering pioneering and a consistent string of
quality songs. This modern marvel may just turn out to be a pivotal
figure in the evolving British music scene.
Jason ‘Moezart’Moe NEROL
P R O D U C T I O N S
Dear friends, Just few seconds to inform you that my new progressive- trance single “Lost in Your Mind” is out now on the main digital stores, iTunes and Amazon included. I invite you to listen it on my profile. It's welcome your feedback Cheers Francesco
Jay!! check out da 3 new tunes!! ur fukkin lessons on piano hav dun me a huge favour bruv!! i sat down n dun synthesizing on da new setup to make sum bass and fuk me im neva cumin off dat setup now! see ya thurs m8 baz
yo yo brother: i got no cred hun:what a long ting: but yeah:im down for the 25th: as soon as i get cred ill call you: ill be away for me birthday: im at my flat so let wayne know:to come check me anytime: lets get this year crackin: hope you had a nice crimbo and new years hun: catch up soon. xxxe
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