BIO
DOMINIC GUSS
OWNER, SINGER/SONGWRITER, ENGINEER, PRODUCER & SESSION MUSICIAN
Dominic Guss is a long-time recording engineer/producer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist. He has a large catalog covering over forty years in the music industry, and his collaborations include working with a number of Grammy and Emmy winning artists. Dominic's first and main instrument was and is drums, has sessioned on hundreds of recordings, and has equal experience playing live. In recent years, he has been focusing more on vocals and has increasingly been featured on a variety of releases in the styles of r&b/soul, soft rock, and pop where a full-bodied tenor vocal style is fitting, reminiscent of late 70s and 80s popular singers including Michael McDonald, Rick Astley, Peabo Bryson, James Ingram, Luther Vandross, Mark Hollis, and Roland Orzabal. Considered a countertenor, Dominic's full vocal range is C2 - C5 and he can span over four octaves using alternate techniques. As a drummer, Dominic plays many styles including soft to hard rock, pop, punk rock, progressive rock, r&b/soul, funk, jazz fusion, contemporary jazz, smooth jazz, country, and others. He is both self-taught and has directly studied under a number of well regarded drummers/instructors including Chad Wackerman.
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“Dominic is easily one of the most talented musicians I've ever worked with in my life. Absolutely incredible. His drumming skills are superb, and he knows exactly what instrumentation he wants to hear in his original music. Consider it the highest honor if he hires you to be a part of it. Thank you D!” - Justin Lewis
— Airgigs
“Working with Dominic is always a learning, enjoyable and creative experience! He's a true artist, clearly communicates his vision and is generous enough to give me plenty of creative room to play around, which is a joy for me. He's a true professional and master of his craft. If you're pondering on working with him, DO. IT. NOW. You won't be disappointed.” - Linda Vilela
— Airgigs
“Amazing producer with great tracks! Also really easy to communicate with. ” - Natalie Gray
— Airgigs
“Can't wait to hear how this one turns out! Last time I wrote the review I hadn't heard the end product, but it made me smile so much. A genuine person, multi instrumentalist AND has vocals that you could listen to all day! Such an easy process with Dominic always, oodles of support and just shows the utmost respect for musicians he works with. It's a continued pleasure to be asked to sing on his projects. ” - Sozby
— Airgigs
“It was awesome working with Dominic. Very professional and courteous.” - Joel Kibble (Multi-Grammy winning singer)
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“Professional drummer, engineer, producer and stellar vocalist. Dominic does it all.” - Greg Parker
— Airgigs
“Pure talent, the only drummer you will ever need. Don't even hesitate. Superb attention to detail, very helpful and this guy has a drum kit that keeps his blood pumping inside him! Awesome, can't wait to work together again.” - Resh
— Airgigs