“I’ve worked with Jo on ten or more projects over the last few months, and the consistent level of attention to detail and the amount of care that goes into everything is a breath of fresh air. In the music business you need people on your team that will represent your company well because we are not only selling a great product but the experience of making the product. Jo excels at both of these and solves a lot of problems with his vast skill set, ability to handle deadlines, and exceed expectations.”
– Nicky V Hines (producer, session musician, owner of nashvilletracking.com – Nashville, USA)

“Jo Ellis has been my producer and mix engineer for 16 years. He’s a producer in the classic mould. Incredibly musical, knowledgeable and relentlessly detail-oriented. He has the sensitivity to coax the best possible performance out of any artist, and the encyclopedic knowledge to ensure every link in the production chain is immaculate. He’s also a ridiculously good multi-instrumentalist.

He’s an unparalleled mix engineer. I’ve thrown everything at him – film scores, video game scores, trailers, corporate work and more – in every conceivable genre, and he’s always delivered.

Together we’ve won awards, scored projects that have sold millions of copies and met every seemingly impossible deadline. But, most importantly, we’ve had an absolute blast doing it. You’ll never have more fun than working on a project with Jo.”
– Deon van Heerden (composer, Warhammer 40K: Shootas, Blood & Teef, Broforce, Chainstaff, Gracie & Pedro: Pets To The Rescue, etc. – Cape Town, ZA)

“Jo is great to work with. He intently listens to the artist’s vision and goes the extra mile to deliver exceptional productions. I enjoyed my time working with Jo and would highly recommend him.”
– Jason Campbell (singer-songwriter – Nashville, USA)

“I’ve worked with Jo Ellis on my two most recent singles, and it has easily been the best experience of my career. Jo delivered the exact sound I’ve been searching for with my original music. His incredible attention to detail and ability to deliver top tier work under a very tight schedule was impressive. I’m really looking forward to finishing the rest of my album with him, as well as collaborating on all my future projects.”
–  Kelain James (singer-songwriter – Sheffield, UK)

“Working with Jo on my latest single was an outstanding experience. Even though he is based in South Africa and I’m halfway around the world, the distance never felt like a barrier. He was incredibly accessible, quick to communicate, and always responsive throughout the entire process.
What impressed me most was how easy Jo made everything. He took the time to understand my vision for the song, offered thoughtful input when needed, and kept me informed every step of the way. His professionalism and attention to detail gave me confidence that my music was in good hands.

I’ve always struggled with collaboration when it comes to my music. Over the years, I’ve worked with different people and never seemed to find the right fit or the right chemistry to bring a song to life the way I envisioned it. Jo changed that. For the first time, I felt like I was working with someone who truly understood what I was trying to accomplish and knew how to help me get there. The entire process felt natural, productive, and enjoyable.

In today’s world, it’s amazing that you can collaborate with someone on a different continent and have the experience feel as seamless as working with someone down the street. Jo made that possible. The final product exceeded my expectations, and I couldn’t be happier with how the song turned out. I would highly recommend Jo to any artist looking for a talented producer who values both quality and communication. Working with him was one of the best creative experiences I’ve had, and I look forward to working with him again in the future.”
– Kody Hess (singer-songwriter – Nebraska, USA)

“I sent Jo a scratch track, acoustic part, vocal and a lead sheet. From there, he went to work straight away. I asked Jo to take full creative latitude with regards to instrumentation, so he laid down drums, 2 or 3 electric guitar parts, bass, resonator and banjo. At every step of the way, he sent me mixes for my approval. Needless to say, his work was excellent. I’m talking Nashville quality, top tier musicianship, producing and engineering. The final mix Jo sent me far exceeded my expectations. He went above and beyond to satisfy my vision by bringing my song to fruition. I’ve met many producers in Nashville and I must say, Jo is a force to be reckoned with. If you’re an up and coming songwriter or musician looking to take your recordings to the next level, then you owe it to yourself to let Jo work his magic. Look out Nashville, there’s a new sheriff in town and his name is Jo Ellis! Brilliant!”
– Tim Hatzell (singer-songwriter – Kentucky/Nashville, USA)