Grammy-nominated · Multi-platinum · Nashville

Hire a Nashville record producer. Take your demo to a finished record.

For independent artists and labels. Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum production with LAEV in Nashville.

Built to last. Made to be felt.

20 yearsproducing records
Hundredsof songs & series
2025Toy of the Year (Tonies)
Caravaggio’s The Lute Player, reworked on cobalt with a vinyl record as a halo
The Lute PlayerAfter Caravaggio, c. 1596
Produced for
Chance the Rapper · Mac Miller · Kids These Days · Thelonious Martin · Sesame Street · Blippi · Ms. Rachel · Cocomelon · Tonies
Work with me

Your record.
From the ground up.

One producer, one shared vision. Build a song, EP, or album around your voice.

The flagship offer

Full-Service Record Production

Song development, arrangement, production, recording, mixing, mastering, and release-ready delivery — shaped around your project.

  1. Discovery call
  2. Pre-production & arrangement
  3. Production & recording
  4. Mix & master
  5. Release-ready delivery & rollout support

Timeline is agreed after reviewing your songs, recording needs, and release plans.

Projects are quoted individually after a brief.

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Also available

Record consult

Bring your demo, references, or an unfinished record. Leave with a practical next step.

$100 / one-hour session

Ask about applying your consult fee toward a production project.

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Who this is for

  • Independent artists and labels developing a song, EP, or album.
  • Artists ready to collaborate on arrangement, sound, and performance.

Who this isn’t for

  • Projects requiring a guaranteed hit or placement.
  • Immediate delivery before scope and timing are agreed.
Selected work

Meet the person.
Hear the music.

I’m Zak Jablow—LAEV. Producer, composer, and creative director based in Nashville. Explore my released work, then tell me about the record you want to make.

Highlighted artists

Artists in
the spotlight.

Artist records

Kids, brand & media

Artist discovery includes Brye and Eryn Allen Kane.

Explore the existing playlist while the production reel is being curated.

Process & FAQ

Before we begin.

How does pricing work?

Send your scope and references for an individual proposal before work begins.

Do you work remotely?

Include your location and recording setup so we can discuss the best way to collaborate.

Who owns the masters and publishing?

Ownership, publishing splits, and usage rights must be agreed in writing before production begins.

How long does a song take?

Timing depends on development, recording, revisions, and the release schedule. Share your target date.

Do you write, or do I bring the song?

Bring a demo or an idea and describe the writing and development support you need.

What do I need to send you?

Send a demo or voice memo, reference tracks, song count, budget, and target timeline.

Can I start with one song?

Tell me about the song you want to start with and we can discuss the scope.

The Vault · Featured beats

Find the one
that bites.

Find a starting point for your next record. Preview a beat and review the license details before purchasing.

Existing advertised pricing and terms — confirmation required
TierPriceFilesStream limitRights
Basic$29.99MP350,000 streamsNon-exclusive
Premium$49.99WAV + MP3, availability to confirmUnlimited, subject to agreementNon-exclusive
Exclusive$299.99Stems, availability to confirmDefined by agreementRequires a separate written agreement

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Cover art: public-domain Baroque paintings, reworked for LAEV. Painting sources appear in the beat captions.

Contact

Start
your record.

I read every brief myself. Artists, labels, brands, studios — tell me what you’re chasing.

First, send your brief. We’ll discuss fit, scope, and timing, then agree on a proposal before scheduling the work.

Zak reads every brief personally and will reply by email to discuss the next step.

Prefer email? Laev@IamLaev.com

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The Record

LAEV · With Clear Eyes

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