Testimonials

for Goran Rista, session drummer and audio engineer

"I am very impressed with your drum performance and especially your drum sound. I found that for the most part I did not have to EQ any of your drums, except for the bass drum, where basically I used just the "inside" mike with a bit of EQ. Your room mikes sound terrific! Great room, you can make the drums sound as big as you want or as tight as you want just with the room mikes, which is the right way to do it."

Bob Katz

Mastering Engineer/ Digital Domain

USA

"Recording at GoranGrooves was a superb experience. Goran is excellent at his craft and a pleasure to work with. He is very professional and when asked had great artistic ideas for the songs we recorded.


The drum kit and studio acoustics were top-notch. The drums we tracked sounded amazing, crisp, and clean. When we showed up, everything was setup and ready to record. No time was wasted. The studio and service were impeccable and I wouldn’t go anywhere else to record."

Jamie Craig

Singer/ Songwriter/ Indigo Dreamers

USA

"I used Goran for some online drum sessions and was very satisfied with the results.  Goran is proficient across a variety of genres, was easy to communicate with and delivered the tracks quickly. 

The studio sounds excellent and the kit was always tuned perfectly. Goran was very respectful of my notes and guide tracks but also added some ideas that were tasty and very well received. 

The whole process was a pleasure and i will definitely hit him up for more tracks in the future. Highly recommended "

Simon Kelly

Singer/ Songwriter/ Simon Kelly Band

Australia

"Everything sounds amazing - thank you so much!

I'm simply amazed at how easy the whole process was, and how good the results are."

Martin McDonald

Singer/ Songwriter/ Son Of Sea

Australia

"AMAZING drum sound!!! Goran is one of the most talented drummers/producers I have come across. He is very efficient in the session and is always prepared in fullest, no matter what the difficulty."

Simon Kinny- Lewis

Guitarist/ Composer/ Link

Australia

"I sent my tracks to GoranGrooves one evening, and had tracks to review the following morning. I was amazed at the quick turnaround time. To my surprise, Goran was incredibly accessible. Each question I sent via email received a response within 2 minutes. The recording quality...Top Notch. The price...fabulous. I can't wait to get my next tune sent to Goran Grooves. This is the EASIEST and HIGHEST QUALITY drum part I have ever had on my recordings. Thank you VERY much, GoranGrooves!"

Matt Gatsy

Singer/ Songwriter

USA

"Hi Goran, thanks for your perfect drum takes. I’m really happy to have you work on my projects, super talented drummer!!"

Jin Dazhou

Producer

China

"First of all, I would like to thank Mr. Goran Rista for his great service. He understand many kinds of music, Middle east, Arabic etc. He gave me his vision on my project. I loved his work as a drummer. Very clean and high quality sound. Highly recommended"

Al Fahad

Composer

USA

"Goran turned out to be the best decision I ever made for my CD. I gave him 3 songs to record and he did them all in a matter of a day pretty much. We listened in while he tracked and he was very open to our suggestions and ideas.


Not only is he an exceptional drummer, he is a great engineer, studio musician and a really great person to work with. Very easy going and professional at the same time. If you want quality drums at an affordable price for your recording, you have to go with GoranGrooves. You will not regret it! Thank you Goran. I look forward to making more great music with you."

Tini Grey

Singer/ Songwriter

USA

"I've worked with Goran in the studio for three of my tracks and I will continue working with him. Top notch sound, performance and customer service. Got exactly what I wanted out of my tracks and couldn't be happier. "

Vincent Cruz

Singer/ Songwriter

USA

"Goran came highly recommended by a mutual friend and accomplished bass player, Diogo Olivera. I was very pleasantly surprised by the talent of this young drummer. He helped me to achieve the final results on my CD, Jazzissimo! that I was looking to achieve. His skill and professionalism is that of a seasoned, worldly musician. 

Goran has a calming character that is much needed and welcomed amidst sometimes creative chaos. He has the ability to discern the most effective ways of achieving the greatest musical results. 

I highly recommend Goran and his perfectly pitched ears to collaborate on any professional recording or mixing project! "

Tini Grey

Singer/ Songwriter

USA

MIXING:

"My "go to" sound engineer for my jazz projects. Goran's mixes are always clear, clean and very detailed. Also, he's friendly and approachable, a real pleasure to interact with him."


DRUMS:

"BRILLIANT !!!!

I love more than I can put it in words what you did on "Mirage". I like the "Bear" even that I had different things in mind, but man, your part is making the whole track so energetic, so engaged. Thank you very much, you did a stellar job."

Mihai Sorohan

Multi-instrumentalist Musician/ Composer

Romania/ Norway

"I'm blown away by the performance and recording quality of Goran's drum tracks. Great artistry and great on the technical end. Add to that quick turnaround and excellent, friendly communication. I will definitely be a returning customer."

Andrea Perry

Singer/ Songwriter

Romania/ Norway

"Tremendous skill, listened to our needs and delivered; and is truly nice guy on top of that! Goran's attention and professionalism is second to none. I was impressed by his efficiency and how he connected with the songs.The quality of the recording is excellent. He can handle anything you throw at him and take it to the next level. In the words of the terminator......"I'll be back"..."

Eddie Figueroa

Singer/ Songwriter

USA

"Recording with Goran was an absolute pleasure. Not only is he a consummate pro on the kit, but his producing and mixing skills are first class. 

Goran worked tirelessly to get every instrument crystal clear in the mix as well as adding creative flair and contrast with his subtle use of effects on the vocals and guitar. When I listen to the raw tracks and then compare it to the final mix - it is a truly remarkable sound. 

Turn-around time from song sketch to final mix was also amazing.


A great musician and an excellent engineer and producer!  Thanks Goran - look forward to working with you in 2013!"

Mick Mancev

Singer/ Songwriter

Australia

"I found Goran via Beat Buddy and must say it's a first class experience working with this guy! If you want your drum tracks to sparkle with feel, creativity and taste .. Goran is the man for the job - I love his work!  "

John Treacy

Musician/ Composer

USA

"We've had such a great experience at Grooves. Goran is very welcoming and he is an amazing drummer . The studio is sharp, the sound is very clean and crisp and his mixing skills and music are beyond stupendous . He is definitely a top option if you are looking for CLEAN and QUALITY work . "

Stan San

Singer/ Musician

USA

"It was an absolute pleasure working with Goran on my project. I've had enough experience recording musicians to appreciate there's a lot that could go wrong when you're working with someone thousands of miles away across different time-zones. However this worked out way better than sessions I've done when I'm in the same room as the musician I'm recording!  


I've used other online drum services in the past and always found the results to be little better than average, but the sheer musicality of Goran's playing combined with the quality of the recordings he produces and the professionalism of the customer service offered is exemplary.  I can't imagine why I'd want to use another drum service after experiencing Goran's, so I'm sure it won't be long before I'm back for more.  


I'd highly recommend anyone else that's considering using Goran's services to go right ahead - your only regret is likely to be not doing it sooner!"

Colin Anderson

Musician/ Composer

UK

"Totally amazed at the professionalism and the speed of completion. Sound quality was stellar. Our project was not laid out with an online drummer in mind but Goran pulled it together and turned our first project song into a keeper. Goran is our new 'go to' drummer. Just wished I wouldn't have procrastinated so long...lol. Thanks."

Mike Davidson

Musician/ Composer

USA

"My curiosity has really paid off. I record with session artists in every studio in L.A. and thought I would try something new. I am glad I did. GoranGrooves has not only saved me money, and time, but a lot of frustration too. Professional service, Friendly attitude, and Clean recordings. Thanks again! Keep the beat going..."

Derek Jablonski

Musician/ Composer

USA

"We've been looking around and have done a practice run with several people and i must say your drums were the best sounding and the tightest."

Juliana Down

Rock Band

United Arab Emirates

"Man, your drums sound GREAT! Thanks again."

Justin Jensen

Musician/ Composer

USA