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ABOUT JACK

Jack O'Connell has been involved in music for most of his life, studying drums since he was 10, and honing studio skills since college. Dedicated to making an artist’s musical vision come to life through his broad industry experience and deep technical expertise, Jack founded O’Connell Sound to offer artists a creative environment with premium sound and an exciting recording experience.

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As a music producer, Jack ensures that an artist’s songs are in top shape before recording. He plans the process, helps artists refine their ideas, and leads efficient, creative sessions. Often writing and recording drum parts, Jack contributes to the foundation of artists' songs and works closely with them to perfect arrangements. He also enhances recordings by utilizing his network of session musicians and assists with artistic development and commercial release strategies.

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Jack is particularly proud of producing an emo rap turned pop-punk/metalcore cover of the nothing,nowhere. track "Hopes Up", with long-time friend Mikey Kehr (ThonggDeLonge), which received recognition from producer Matt Squire and engineer Glenn Fricker. He continues to release music with his brother Danny under the band Backyard Games, including their single "Trevor (I Could be Anyone for You)", which has garnered thousands of streams.

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Since moving to Nashville, Jack has performed covers on Broadway, exploring the country music genre. He studied music industry and production, earning a degree from Towson University, while simultaneously working in live sound and teaching drum lessons. After college, Jack joined the Unstoppable Recording Machine (URM) community, where he expanded his knowledge in modern production techniques and built international connections, including his mix assistant, Tiago Carvalho.

Jack’s experience ranges from playing countless shows around Baltimore to producing projects for solo artists and bands alike. His philosophy revolves around collaboration and pushing artists to achieve the best possible outcome for their music.

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