I'm Ricciano 'Ricco' Lumpkins, a Grammy-nominated and award-winning producer, engineer, songwriter, and publisher with decades in the music industry. I’ve built independent publishing and production platforms, developed new talent, and delivered music across Pop, R&B, Hip-hop, Trap, Urban, and Folk Rock. I’ve overseen sessions from recording to mastering, licensed music for soundtracks and video games, and helped artists reach a wider audience with compelling sonic storytelling. Beyond making records, I teach and mentor through universities and online programs, sharing practical industry know-how in business, production, and distribution. I’ve led academic departments, launched digital music initiatives, and collaborated with creators worldwide to bring songs from idea to release while navigating the changing landscape of music publishing and rights management.

Ricciano “Ricco” Lumpkins

I'm Ricciano 'Ricco' Lumpkins, a Grammy-nominated and award-winning producer, engineer, songwriter, and publisher with decades in the music industry. I’ve built independent publishing and production platforms, developed new talent, and delivered music across Pop, R&B, Hip-hop, Trap, Urban, and Folk Rock. I’ve overseen sessions from recording to mastering, licensed music for soundtracks and video games, and helped artists reach a wider audience with compelling sonic storytelling. Beyond making records, I teach and mentor through universities and online programs, sharing practical industry know-how in business, production, and distribution. I’ve led academic departments, launched digital music initiatives, and collaborated with creators worldwide to bring songs from idea to release while navigating the changing landscape of music publishing and rights management.

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I’m Ricciano ‘Ricco’ Lumpkins, a Grammy-nominated and award-winning producer, engineer, songwriter, and publisher with decades in the music industry. I’ve built independent publishing and production platforms, developed new talent, and delivered music across Pop, R&B, Hip-hop, Trap, Urban, and Folk Rock. I’ve overseen sessions from recording to mastering, licensed music for soundtracks and video games, and helped artists reach a wider audience with compelling sonic storytelling.

Beyond making records, I teach and mentor through universities and online programs, sharing practical industry know-how in business, production, and distribution. I’ve led academic departments, launched digital music initiatives, and collaborated with creators worldwide to bring songs from idea to release while navigating the changing landscape of music publishing and rights management.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Managing Member / Publisher / Songwriter at Archives of RachelJames Music Publishing (SESAC)
January 1, 2008 - Present
Managing member and publisher; developed artist repertoire, licensed music with SoundExchange, produced and co-wrote songs across multiple genres, and supervised sessions; oversaw publishing operations and rights management.
Managing Member / Producer / Mix Engineer / Publisher/Songwriter at Platinum World Projects (PWPX, LLC) / Platinum World Publishing (BMI)
May 1, 2000 - March 1, 2012
Established independent production and publishing company; negotiated single-song deal terms with Capitol Records via Freeworld Entertainment; produced and co-wrote songs; supervised sessions; licensed music for soundtracks and foreign album deals; managed invoicing, budgeting, distribution, and rights workflows.
Managing Member / Producer / DJ / Mix Engineer / Songwriter at MUSIC BUSINESS EXPERIENCE RAJA BANGZ, A Creative Collective of Vet Boi Music Group, LLC
March 1, 2012 - Present
Established independent production company and label; produced and co-wrote songs for artists; supervised, mixed, and mastered sessions; licensed music for soundtrack and foreign deals; curated creative collective and distributed content worldwide; projects include MoonBug Entertainment (CocoMelon) work with animated series.
Staff Producer, Recording and Mixing Engineer at DARP. Inc.
October 1, 1998 - October 1, 2001
Produced songs for a variety of artists; signed a production deal with Grammy-winning Dallas Austin; contributed to projects resulting in a Grammy-winning TLC album (FAN MAIL) and other multi-platinum releases.
Recording Engineer / Mix Engineer / Assistant Engineer at Truizm Soundz/DARP Studios
December 1, 1993 - December 1, 1999
Recorded and mixed numerous major multi-platinum Pop, R&B, and Hip-Hop albums; provided engineering support across sessions and projects.
Online Professor at Los Angeles Film School
July 1, 2017 - Present
Teaches Introduction to the Music Business, Ableton-based production, music business management, and portfolio-focused courses in an online environment.
Department Chair, Audio Technology Program at SAE Chicago
April 1, 2013 - October 1, 2016
Oversaw day-to-day and strategic operations of the Audio Technology program; managed academics, faculty, facilities, scheduling, and student satisfaction; instructed Pro Tools, Logic, and Ableton; led curriculum development.
Adjunct Faculty, Audio Recording I & II, Digital Audio Workstations at Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago
June 1, 2012 - May 1, 2017
Instructed students on recording, mixing, editing with DAWs (Pro Tools, Maschine Studio, etc.), and taught music publishing and portfolio development.
Audio Instructor / Producer Panelist at Music Industry Workshop
April 1, 2008 - December 1, 2013
Taught Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton, and recording techniques; provided one-on-one instruction on mixing, sequencing, and beat making; engaged with students and industry professionals.
Audio Instructor at Evolution Recording Academy
November 1, 2011 - November 1, 2012
Instructed students on AVID Pro Tools operations; delivered workshop-style education in a hands-on environment.
Audio & Pro Tools Engineering Specialist at OmniTech Institute of Technology
October 1, 2005 - November 1, 2007
Taught audio post and Pro Tools techniques; developed curriculum; trained students on gear and software for troubleshooting recording, editing, and mixing.
Audio Post Lab Specialist at Full Sail University
October 1, 2002 - February 1, 2005
Instructed students on audio post and Pro Tools techniques; taught 5.1 surround DTS mixing using Control24 interfaces; contributed to lab operations and curriculum.
Managing Member / Producer / Mix Engineer / Publisher/Songwriter at Platinum World Projects, LLC (PWPX) / Platinum World Publishing (BMI)
May 1, 2000 - March 1, 2012
Established independent production and publishing company. Negotiated single song deal terms with Capitol Records via Freeworld Entertainment; handled invoicing, budgeting, distribution; registered songs with eCo and PROs; created video treatments and shoots; managed releases and splits; produced and co-wrote songs across multiple genres; licensed music for soundtrack and foreign deals; distributed digital content worldwide.
Managing Member / Producer / DJ / Mix Engineer / Songwriter at RAJA BANGZ, A Creative Collective of Vet Boi Music Group, LLC
March 1, 2012 - Present
Established independent production company, label, engineering and publishing company. Created DJ RAJA BANGZ subdivision; produced and co-wrote songs; sourced and developed new talent; supervised, mixed, and mastered sessions; licensed music for soundtracks and foreign deals; distributed digital content worldwide. Involved with MoonBug Entertainment (CocoMelon) for animation series including 45 episodes totaling 1.6 billion streams.
Recording Engineer / Mixing Engineer / Assistant Engineer at Truizm Soundz / DARP Studios
December 1, 1993 - December 1, 1999
Recorded and mixed numerous major multi-platinum selling Pop, R&B, and Hip-hop albums.
Professor at Los Angeles Film School Online
July 1, 2017 - Present
Teaches and assesses online students in Introduction to the Music Business, Ableton Genre-Based Production, Music Business Management, Advanced Production, and Industry Skill (Portfolio Class), Producing, Mixing, and Music Business Technologies.
Department Chair, Audio Technology Program at SAE Institute Chicago
April 1, 2013 - October 1, 2016
Managed the program's operations and long-term strategy; oversaw academics, faculty, facilities, scheduling, student satisfaction; instructed Pro Tools, Logic and Ableton; taught Music Business Protocol; provided one-on-one coaching for mixing and sequencing.
Adjunct Faculty, Audio Recording I & II, DAWs, Portfolio Review at Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
June 1, 2012 - May 1, 2017
Instructed students on recording, mixing, editing with samplers and DAWs; taught music business publishing and portfolio review; contributed to curriculum improvements.
Audio Instructor and Producer Panelist at Music Industry Workshop
April 1, 2008 - December 1, 2013
Instructed Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton, and Reason techniques; provided 1-on-1 instruction for mixing, sequencing, and beat making; contributed as a panelist.

Education

Masters of Science in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University
March 1, 2012 - June 12, 2026
Bachelors of Science in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University
September 1, 2010 - June 12, 2026
Specialized Associate Degree of Recording Arts at Full Sail University
December 1, 1993 - June 12, 2026
Attended Augustana College at Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois
September 1, 1989 - May 1, 1990
Masters of Science in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2012
Bachelors of Science in Entertainment Business at Full Sail University
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2010
Specialized Associate Degree of Recording Arts at Full Sail University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1993
Coursework at Augustana College at Augustana College
September 1, 1989 - May 1, 1990

Qualifications

AVID Pro Tools Certified Instructor (User and Operator)
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Full Sail University Salutatorian
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Full Sail University Course Directors Award
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
AVID Pro Tools Certified Instructor (User and Operator)
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Grammy Award - TLC FAN MAIL (Album of the Year)
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Full Sail University - Salutatorian
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Course Directors Award - Full Sail University
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
SESAC Songwriter / Publisher Affiliate
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services