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I am Samuel Grundemann (They/Them), known professionally as Staytus, a music producer and audio engineer based in Scottsdale, Arizona. I push the boundaries of music by blending writing, playing, recording, and sound design to create a distinctive electro-industrial nu-metal sound that resonates with Gen X angst and modern gaming culture.\n\nI collaborate with artists, develop publishing and licensing opportunities, and craft immersive soundscapes that connect with young adults and fans around the world.…I am Samuel Grundemann (They/Them), known professionally as Staytus, a music producer and audio engineer based in Scottsdale, Arizona. I push the boundaries of music by blending writing, playing, recording, and sound design to create a distinctive electro-industrial nu-metal sound that resonates with Gen X angst and modern gaming culture.\n\nI collaborate with artists, develop publishing and licensing opportunities, and craft immersive soundscapes that connect with young adults and fans around the world.

Samuel Grundemann

Music Producer, Musician, Songwriter, +2

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I am Samuel Grundemann (They/Them), known professionally as Staytus, a music producer and audio engineer based in Scottsdale, Arizona. I push the boundaries of music by blending writing, playing, recording, and sound design to create a distinctive electro-industrial nu-metal sound that resonates with Gen X angst and modern gaming culture.\n\nI collaborate with artists, develop publishing and licensing opportunities, and craft immersive soundscapes that connect with young adults and fans around the world.…I am Samuel Grundemann (They/Them), known professionally as Staytus, a music producer and audio engineer based in Scottsdale, Arizona. I push the boundaries of music by blending writing, playing, recording, and sound design to create a distinctive electro-industrial nu-metal sound that resonates with Gen X angst and modern gaming culture.\n\nI collaborate with artists, develop publishing and licensing opportunities, and craft immersive soundscapes that connect with young adults and fans around the world.

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I am Samuel Grundemann (They/Them), known professionally as Staytus, a music producer and audio engineer based in Scottsdale, Arizona. I push the boundaries of music by blending writing, playing, recording, and sound design to create a distinctive electro-industrial nu-metal sound that resonates with Gen X angst and modern gaming culture.\n\nI collaborate with artists, develop publishing and licensing opportunities, and craft immersive soundscapes that connect with young adults and fans around the world.

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Music Producer, Musician, Songwriter, Composer at Staytus Music

May 1, 2019 - Present

Released debut album Disease of the Mind in 2022, followed by Wasteland of Broken Hearts in 2023. Released the single Can You Hear Me?, produced by Sean Beaven (Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson). Launched the Twisted Frames series in 2024, inspired by the films of Matthew Gray Gubler, and collaborated with Matt McJunkins on the project. Expertise in crafting music that resonates with young adults through emotionally rich sound design.

Audio Engineer Intern at Scottsdale Music Company - Brick Road Studio

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Gained hands-on experience in studio recording, audio post-production, and music production. Utilized and advanced skills in Pro Tools and other audio engineering software.