Hi, I’m Nakisso Peralta, a Los Angeles-based musician, producer, and educator. I lead the project CHILLERS, writing, recording, producing, performing, mixing, and mastering all of my own material for live shows and releases. I also collaborate with diverse artists and teach music across several instruments. In addition to releasing LPs and EPs on indie labels, I teach guitar, bass, and piano, compose for film and podcasts, and work on production and audio engineering projects. I love creating and sharing music across genres, and I enjoy mentoring students to reach their creative potential.…

Nakisso Peralta

Hi, I’m Nakisso Peralta, a Los Angeles-based musician, producer, and educator. I lead the project CHILLERS, writing, recording, producing, performing, mixing, and mastering all of my own material for live shows and releases. I also collaborate with diverse artists and teach music across several instruments. In addition to releasing LPs and EPs on indie labels, I teach guitar, bass, and piano, compose for film and podcasts, and work on production and audio engineering projects. I love creating and sharing music across genres, and I enjoy mentoring students to reach their creative potential.…

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Hi, I’m Nakisso Peralta, a Los Angeles-based musician, producer, and educator. I lead the project CHILLERS, writing, recording, producing, performing, mixing, and mastering all of my own material for live shows and releases. I also collaborate with diverse artists and teach music across several instruments.

In addition to releasing LPs and EPs on indie labels, I teach guitar, bass, and piano, compose for film and podcasts, and work on production and audio engineering projects. I love creating and sharing music across genres, and I enjoy mentoring students to reach their creative potential.

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Experience Level

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Guitarist & Songwriter at The Memories
January 1, 2023 - Present
Songwriter and guitarist for the indie band The Memories. The Memories have toured the world extensively and are a staple in the indie rock community. We just released a 20-song album called 'Late' and recently signed a contract to get music placements for our songs in commercials, TV, film, etc.
Private Music Instructor at Independent Self Employment
June 1, 2014 - Present
I currently give private music lessons to people in need ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels. I teach mainly guitar and some bass and piano. We work on technique, songwriting, theory, ear training, music reading, improvisation, song learning, and everything else that has to do with learning music.
Audio Engineer at Self Employed
October 1, 2012 - Present
I currently record and engineer music for people out of my home studio using Ableton software; I am able to use Logic and Pro Tools also.
Composer at Self Employed Contractor
October 1, 2012 - Present
Have composed songs for bands, film and podcasts where I wrote, recorded and performed all instrumentation and lyrics. One example of a podcast that used my song was the podcast called ‘Tasteland’. I composed 6 songs for a film called Whats My Name Again? Made by Other Brother Productions that won best drama at the Los Ángeles IFS film festival in 2023. What's My Name Again? Is all set to be released on VOD beginning July 18th 2023.
Song Charting at Self Employed Contractor
January 1, 2010 - Present
I chart songs for people in need, i use the music notation software Sibelius.
Studio Musician at Intrepid Records
December 1, 2021 - September 12, 2025
I was a composer, guitar studio musician and assistant for Jimmi Mayweather and his record label. He was a legendary audio engineer who worked with countless big name musicians throughout time like:Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Stevie Wonder, Keith Moon, Rick James, Foo Fighters, Elton John, Marvin Gaye, Queens of the Stone Age, Tool, Beck and many more. We worked together up until his passing in 2021.
Guitarist & Songwriter at The Memories
January 1, 2023 - Present
Songwriter and guitarist for The Memories; band has toured globally and released a 20-song album 'Late'; pursuing music placements for TV/Film/Advertising.
Private Music Instructor at Independent Self Employment
June 1, 2014 - Present
Provide private guitar, bass and piano lessons; cover technique, theory, ear training, reading, improvisation and songwriting.
Audio Engineer at Self employed
October 1, 2012 - Present
Record and engineer music from a home studio using Ableton; proficient with Logic and Pro Tools.
Composer at Self Employed Contractor
October 1, 2012 - Present
Wrote and performed all instrumentation and lyrics for bands, film and podcasts; notable works include music for the podcast 'Tasteland' and the film 'Whats My Name Again?'
Song Charting at Self Employed Contractor
January 1, 2010 - Present
Charted songs for clients using Sibelius (musical notation).
Studio Musician at Intrepid Records
December 1, 2021 - September 12, 2025
Composer, guitar studio musician and assistant to Jimmi Mayweather; studio work associated with renowned artists and engineers.
Guitarist & Songwriter at The Memories
January 1, 2023 - Present
Songwriter and guitarist for The Memories; the band has toured internationally and released a 20-song album 'Late'; pursuing music placements for media.
Private Music Instructor at Independent Self Employment
June 1, 2014 - Present
Provide private lessons in guitar, bass, and piano; focus on technique, theory, ear training, reading, improvisation, and songwriting.
Audio Engineer at Self employed
October 1, 2012 - Present
Record and engineer music from a home studio using Ableton; proficient with Logic and Pro Tools.
Composer at Self Employed Contractor
October 1, 2012 - Present
Wrote songs for bands, film and podcasts; created instrumentation and lyrics; contributions include music for the podcast 'Tasteland' and the film 'Whats My Name Again?'
Song Charting at Self Employed Contractor
January 1, 2010 - Present
Charty songs for clients using Sibelius; organize and format scores for production.
Studio Musician at Intrepid Records
December 1, 2021 - October 2, 2025
Composer, guitar studio musician and assistant for Jimmi Mayweather; collaborated with renowned artists and engineers.
Guitarist & Songwriter at The Memories
January 1, 2023 - Present
Songwriter and guitarist for indie band The Memories; toured worldwide; contributed to 20-song album 'Late' and pursuing media placements.
Private Music Instructor at Independent Self Employment
June 1, 2014 - Present
Provide private music lessons in guitar, bass and piano; focus on technique, theory, ear training, etc.
Audio Engineer at Self-employed
October 1, 2012 - Present
Record and engineer music from home studio using Ableton; proficient with Logic and Pro Tools.
Composer at Self Employed Contractor
October 1, 2012 - Present
Composed songs for bands, film and podcasts; wrote, recorded and performed all instrumentation and lyrics; notable works include Tasteland and a film that won Best Drama at the LA IFS film festival 2023.
Song Charting at Self Employed Contractor
January 1, 2010 - Present
Chart songs for clients using Sibelius; provide notated scores.
Studio Musician at Intrepid Records
December 1, 2021 - October 2, 2025
Composer, guitar studio musician and assistant for Jimmi Mayweather and his record label; worked with numerous famous artists.
Guitarist & Songwriter at The Memories
January 1, 2023 - Present
Songwriter and guitarist for the indie band The Memories; toured globally; released a 20-song album 'Late' and secured music placements for media.
Private Music Instructor at Independent Self Employment
June 1, 2014 - Present
Provide private lessons in guitar, bass, and piano; focus on technique, theory, ear training, improvisation, and reading.
Audio Engineer at Self employed
October 1, 2012 - Present
Record and engineer music from a home studio using Ableton; proficient with Logic and Pro Tools; handle project setup and mixing.
Composer at Self Employed Contractor
October 1, 2012 - Present
Wrote and recorded songs for bands, film, and podcasts; contributed instrumentation and lyrics; notable works include material for various media.
Song Charting at Self Employed Contractor
January 1, 2010 - Present
Charted songs for clients using Sibelius; created notation and arrangements for performance and publishing.
Studio Musician at Intrepid Records
December 1, 2021 - October 11, 2025
Composer and guitar studio musician; assistant for Jimmi Mayweather; collaborated with renowned artists and engineers.
Guitarist & Songwriter at The Memories
January 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025
Songwriter and guitarist for indie band The Memories; toured globally; 20-song album 'Late'; pursuing media placements for music.
Private Music Instructor at Independent Self-Employment
June 1, 2014 - November 17, 2025
Provide private music lessons; teach guitar and some bass and piano; focus on technique, theory, ear training, reading, improvisation, etc.
Audio Engineer at Self-employed
October 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Record and engineer music from home studio using Ableton; also proficient with Logic Pro and Pro Tools.
Composer at Self Employed Contractor
October 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Wrote, recorded and performed all instrumentation and lyrics for bands, film and podcasts; created music for 'Tasteland' podcast and other projects.
Song Charting at Self Employed Contractor
January 1, 2010 - November 17, 2025
Charted songs using Sibelius for clients; created music notation.
Studio Musician at Intrepid Records
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Composer, guitar studio musician and assistant to Jimmi Mayweather; worked with numerous famous artists; contributed to projects under a legendary label.
Barback/Server/Bartender at I Love Micheladas
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Staff at a michelada festival; served hundreds of customers with rapid service and efficiency.
Production Assistant at American Contemporary Ballet
January 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Production assistant responsible for breaking down/building stages, moving equipment, and general support to ensure performances run smoothly.
Studio Musician at Intrepid Records
February 1, 2019 - December 1, 2021
Composer and guitar studio musician; assistant for Jimmi Mayweather; collaborated with a broad range of notable artists.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Performance at Musicians Institute
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016
Bachelor's degree in Music Performance at Musicians Institute
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016
Bachelor's degree in Music Performance at Musicians Institute
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016
Bachelor's degree in Music Performance at Musicians Institute
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016
Bachelor's degree in Music Performance at Musicians Institute
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016
Bachelor's degree in Music Performance at Musicians Institute
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016
Bachelor's degree at Musicians Institute
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other

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