Hello! My name is Idonor Joshua, professionally known as Firstklax — I’m a music producer, sound engineer, and songwriter with years of hands-on experience crafting high-quality gospel, afrobeat, and contemporary music that connects deeply with listeners across the world. Over the years, I’ve produced, mixed, and mastered songs for a variety of artists and independent labels, helping them achieve radio-ready sound and professional streaming quality. My work is featured on major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Audiomack, and I take pride in blending creativity with technical precision to bring every artist’s vision to life. What truly makes me stand out is my unique ability to translate emotions into sound — I don’t just produce beats; I build full sonic experiences tailored to the artist’s message and audience. Whether it’s gospel inspiration, Afro-fusion, or cinematic sound design, I bring both versatility and excellence to every project. Beyond production, I’m passionate about helping artists grow — offering guidance on arrangement, vocal direction, and overall sound branding to ensure their music reaches its full potential. My goal is to make your sound not just heard, but felt.

Joshua Idonor

Hello! My name is Idonor Joshua, professionally known as Firstklax — I’m a music producer, sound engineer, and songwriter with years of hands-on experience crafting high-quality gospel, afrobeat, and contemporary music that connects deeply with listeners across the world. Over the years, I’ve produced, mixed, and mastered songs for a variety of artists and independent labels, helping them achieve radio-ready sound and professional streaming quality. My work is featured on major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Audiomack, and I take pride in blending creativity with technical precision to bring every artist’s vision to life. What truly makes me stand out is my unique ability to translate emotions into sound — I don’t just produce beats; I build full sonic experiences tailored to the artist’s message and audience. Whether it’s gospel inspiration, Afro-fusion, or cinematic sound design, I bring both versatility and excellence to every project. Beyond production, I’m passionate about helping artists grow — offering guidance on arrangement, vocal direction, and overall sound branding to ensure their music reaches its full potential. My goal is to make your sound not just heard, but felt.

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Hello! My name is Idonor Joshua, professionally known as Firstklax — I’m a music producer, sound engineer, and songwriter with years of hands-on experience crafting high-quality gospel, afrobeat, and contemporary music that connects deeply with listeners across the world.

Over the years, I’ve produced, mixed, and mastered songs for a variety of artists and independent labels, helping them achieve radio-ready sound and professional streaming quality. My work is featured on major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Audiomack, and I take pride in blending creativity with technical precision to bring every artist’s vision to life.

What truly makes me stand out is my unique ability to translate emotions into sound — I don’t just produce beats; I build full sonic experiences tailored to the artist’s message and audience. Whether it’s gospel inspiration, Afro-fusion, or cinematic sound design, I bring both versatility and excellence to every project.

Beyond production, I’m passionate about helping artists grow — offering guidance on arrangement, vocal direction, and overall sound branding to ensure their music reaches its full potential. My goal is to make your sound not just heard, but felt.

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Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Work Experience

Lead Sound Engineer & Music Producer at Sony Music Entertainment
January 1, 2021 - October 29, 2025
Engineered, mixed, and mastered over 200+ music projects for high-profile and independent artists. Designed and optimized sound for live performances, studio recordings, and digital content. Worked with industry-leading artists to produce chart-topping records. Managed state-of-the-art recording studios, ensuring top-tier equipment maintenance. Provided professional sound consulting and training to upcoming producers.
Senior Sound Engineer at Universal Music Group
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Led audio production for top music releases, ensuring radio and streaming-quality sound. Coordinated live sound engineering for concerts and virtual performances. Mixed and mastered award-winning gospel and Afrobeat tracks. Trained junior engineers on advanced sound mixing techniques.
Sound Engineer & Audio Editor at Netflix (Freelance)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Engineered and edited sound for documentaries, short films, and commercials. Applied foley, ADR, and post-production mixing for cinematic projects. Designed custom sound effects to enhance storytelling and scene depth. Worked with directors and producers to achieve the perfect audio-visual sync.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering at Ambrose Alli University, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
Certified Audio Engineering & Music Production at Berklee College of Music (Online)
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Advanced Mixing & Mastering Course at Abbey Road Institute
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate: Certified Audio Engineering & Music Production
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
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    Sensational Deep Trap Drill Beat by Firstklax for the soul and Expression....
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    Cool deep healing song produced by Firstklax
    uniE603 Afro soul beat by Firstklax
    A feeling of sweet guitar sound, strings, and afro fusion added to spice....