Biography
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About C. Jordan Alexander
About
C. Jordan Alexander
Unorthodox Cowriter + Recovering Jazz Musician + Aural Alchemist
Unorthodox Cowriter
Recovering Jazz Musician
Aural Alchemist
C. Jordan Alexander is a music producer, composer, and mixing engineer from the Chicagoland area — but you can call him CJ. He helps artists create emotionally compelling records by combining sophisticated musicality, bold sonic exploration, and deliberate craftsmanship.
CJ hails from a vibrant community of astounding musicians where he was immersed in Jazz, Soul, Hip-Hop, and Gospel. He grew his musical foundation through community mentorship in performance and composition.
In addition to this foundation, CJ further developed his approach to music through studying Jazz Saxophone and Recording Arts at Northern Illinois University. There, CJ started his production career in 2017 with concert recordings and live sound in the NIU Recording Crew.
From there, he’s worked on all kinds of projects:
- Touring internationally as part of the NIU Jazz Ensemble;
- Playing saxophone for rappers and singers in recording sessions;
- Composing and producing music as a bandleader.
(At the Jazz Education Network in 2018)
With over 15 years of musicianship and 7 years in production, CJ has helped artists ranging from DIY recordings in kitchens and living rooms to professional productions in commercial studio facilities. The sum of his musical journey has led him to develop a holistic approach to music and collaboration.
He’s walked miles in the artist’s shoes and understands how overwhelming bringing a project from start to finish is. Today, CJ is focused on bridging the gap between artistry and production for serious, career-focused artists who don’t fit cleanly in a single box.
Artists come to CJ for his unique ability to transform fragmented ideas into unified, emotionally impactful records. He excels in:
- Balancing instrumentation and arrangement;
- Refining songwriting to capture their vision;
- Guiding bold creative risks into distinctive soundscapes;
- Streamlining chaotic production processes;
- Ensuring every detail is precisely engineered for maximum impact.
The key thing in music that CJ is obsessed with is how sound translates into emotion. Music is supposed to move people. So, his mission is to help artists make music that connects with minds and hearts while achieving the full extent of their creative potential.
CJ works to see artists connect with fans through authentic, unique music.To that end, he approaches every project with intentionality and precision. He uses a strategic process to guide projects from start to finish.
The style and taste that CJ brings to songs is maximalist and eclectic which fleshes out their richness, detail, and fluidity. He is trusted as a hands-on collaborator who will make sure every element of their projects serves their vision.
Here’s what the artists who worked with CJ have to say:
- “I’ve brought CJ multiple sets of music and to my surprise he completely changed the sound without changing the song. It’s beyond talent, this is passion, practice, and persistence at its finest. Overall, 6 out of 5 stars.” — Chairman Allen (@chairman_allen)
- “CJ is so kind. He’s so communicative. He is so timely… Like you can count on CJ absolutely – no matter what – to handle your record with a ton of care and to communicate everything to the utmost the entire way.” — Rachel Is Kozi (@rachel_is_kozi)
- “He has a real talent for seeing the song in its entirety-zooming out to capture the essence and then zooming in to bring it to life. I loved how we got to know the song together and then gave it the textures it deserved.” — dill pill (@dillpill_music)
In addition to his regular projects, CJ has also been involved in diverse work that highlights unique artists.
He serves as the musical director for Midwest Music Deposit — a NFP dedicated to building commerce and culture in the Midwest. CJ has produced and engineered the music for 50+ live music videos for MMD.
Additionally, CJ has worked as a staff engineer at Gravity Studios where he recorded and mixed all types of artists from rappers to rock bands, composed music for multimedia projects, and helped artists to navigate the chaos in the production process.
CJ is a trusted collaborator for serious artists who want to make music that they can stand by for the rest of their careers. With specialties in Jazz, R&B, and Hip-Hop, he empowers artists to achieve their full creative potential by bridging the gap between artistic vision and flawless production.
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What Professionals Say About Me
“CJ is an exceptional engineer, music producer, and content curator. His dedication, diligence, and unwavering commitment to his craft are truly remarkable… His presence alone elevates any environment, and his relentless pursuit of excellence consistently yields outstanding results…”
“CJ’s attention to detail and finely-tuned ear allow for precision that I’ve rarely seen elsewhere in my career. If you are looking for a passionate audio engineer who will invest their very soul into your recording project, I would absolutely recommend working with CJ.”
“He is personable and professional. His attention to detail is impeccable and he pays close attention to the needs of the artist… He makes everyone’s jobs easy and leaves the guess work out of the production process… I would highly recommend booking CJ for all your engineering and production needs!”