Hello, I'm Christopher Martin, known as Half Decent. I am a BBC-trained producer, lyricist, and MPC specialist with over 20 years of experience. From sharing stages with MF DOOM and Chase & Status to having my production used by PepsiCo, I bridge the gap between raw underground culture and high-end commercial standards. I specialize in Custom Drum Architecture and high-fidelity 'In-The-Box' production

Christopher Martin

Hello, I'm Christopher Martin, known as Half Decent. I am a BBC-trained producer, lyricist, and MPC specialist with over 20 years of experience. From sharing stages with MF DOOM and Chase & Status to having my production used by PepsiCo, I bridge the gap between raw underground culture and high-end commercial standards. I specialize in Custom Drum Architecture and high-fidelity 'In-The-Box' production

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Hello, I’m Christopher Martin, known as Half Decent. I am a BBC-trained producer, lyricist, and MPC specialist with over 20 years of experience. From sharing stages with MF DOOM and Chase & Status to having my production used by PepsiCo, I bridge the gap between raw underground culture and high-end commercial standards. I specialize in Custom Drum Architecture and high-fidelity ‘In-The-Box’ production

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Language

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Work Experience

Founder & Director at Raise The Bar (Half Decent Music Ltd.)
June 1, 2023 - Present
Launched and scaled a booking and tour management agency, achieving 50% quarter-on-quarter brand growth and international expansion. Delivered 45 live events in 2024–25 and orchestrated a national tour program across key UK markets, supported by strategic logistics and marketing to grow regional audience demographics.
UK Tour Operations Manager at Full Blast Booking
October 1, 2022 - Present
International logistics for the 'Tour For Life' initiative; coordinated complex international travel manifests, P&L and budgeting, and multi-city scheduling for US/UK tours. On-site show running as primary operator with high-pressure back-stage management for 4–15 artists per night, plus vendor liaison and sound/tech coordination. International Tour Support & Direct Openers: KRS-One: UK-side Tour Support and Showrunning; personally selected to open for the "Teacha" across multiple flagship dates. RA The Rugged Man & Ras Kass: Direct Tour Support for the "Rugged & Raw" UK run, managing high-intensity sets for two of the most technically demanding artists in the genre. Conway The Machine (Griselda): Opening support for the Griselda powerhouse, bridging the gap between classic boom-bap and the new wave of "Coke Rap" royalty.
Music Producer & Audio Engineer at Half Decent Music / Freelance
July 3, 2006 - Present
Operating a professional "In-The-Box" studio specialized in Logic Pro X. Produced and engineered sessions for international artists including members of the Wu-Tang Clan and D12. Expert in custom drum architecture and digital sound design.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education (Level 5): Leadership & Management at Raise The Bar
January 11, 2030 - March 10, 2026
BBC Introducing Masterclass at BBC Introducing
April 20, 2016 - April 22, 2016

Qualifications

A-Level: Music Technology
September 3, 2007 - July 31, 2009

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Real Estate & Construction, Transportation & Logistics
    paper Production & Artistry: "Dark Side" ft. Big Twinz

    Featuring Queensbridge legend Big Twinz (Infamous Mobb). I engineered the soundscape to reflect a gritty, East Coast aesthetic, utilizing custom MPC drum architecture to provide the necessary weight and “knock” for the track.

    paper Production & Artistry: "Reflection" ft. Jarren Benton

    Produced the instrumental for this collaboration with Funk Volume alumnus Jarren Benton. The track highlights my versatility in blending modern, high-energy drum programming with a cohesive, polished mix.

    paper Production & Artistry: "10,000 Hours" ft. Joell Ortiz

    Full production and vocal performance alongside Slaughterhouse member Joell Ortiz. The focus here was on clean, soul-sampled boom-bap and professional vocal engineering, ensuring a radio-ready balance for a top-tier US artist.

    paper Production & Artistry: "Veterans" ft. Slaine & Canibus

    Lead producer and artist on this high-intensity collaboration featuring La Coka Nostra’s Slaine and lyrical heavyweight Canibus. This project demonstrates my ability to craft dark, cinematic production that complements some of the industry’s most respected pens.

    paper Production & Artistry: "Walking on Water" ft. Wrekonize

    Full production and featured verses on the title track for the “Groundhog Day” project. Featuring Wrekonize (of Mayday!/Strange Music), this track showcases high-tier technical lyricism over a self-produced, atmospheric instrumental.

    paper Signature Drum Architecture & MPC Design

    A showcase of custom-engineered drum kits built from the ground up. Unlike standard loop-based production, I utilize the Akai MPC to create unique rhythmic foundations with a specific “knock” and swing, tailored for high-end Hip-Hop and Electronic projects.

    paper Epic Rap Battles of History (ERB)

    Lyrical architecture and staff writing for the multi-billion-view YouTube series. I specialized in creating high-density rhyme schemes and character-driven lyrical content, ensuring complex narratives were delivered with a sharp, rhythmic flow

    paper Commercial Sync: PepsiCo / Naked Brand Campaign

    Original electronic/melodic track from the mixtape “Enjoy the Silence 2,” selected for use by PepsiCo for a global Naked Juice YouTube ad. This project showcases my ability to deliver broadcast-ready, “In-The-Box” production that meets the rigorous standards of global corporate brands.