Raised in New York City, JBlongz began his musician journey at the age of 4 years old.  He started with classical music, performing at various recitals around the city. He has worked on numerous music projects and with prominent music software companies.  His sound design expertise is evident in his presets featured here at ProducerBay.  JBlongz is also a tech nerd, with several credentials and degrees spanning versatile expertise.

JBlongz credits several renowned piano teachers and musician along his journey: 

  “Alicia Thompson was the most patient and dedicated instructor I knew.  He tolerated my musical rebelliousness.”

“Ms. Bell Graham was also Alicia Keys’ instructor…that was inspiring.

“Andrew Millwood was the Corey Henry of my childhood, who’s 5 minute tutorial in a church reshaped my perspective of breaking limitations”

“Ed McKenna, my high school teacher introduced my to computer music, midi, and Reason on the Mac.  This was the most povitol experience that sparked my passion for music production”