Brooklyn Music Producer
Alexander Almgren is a multi-platinum music producer and mixing engineer based in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. With 19 Billboard Top 20 albums, 3.3 billion+ credited streams, and RIAA Platinum and Gold certifications, he is one of Brooklyn's most decorated independent music producers — specializing in indie and hybrid production that blends live instrumentation with electronic and programmed sound.
He runs Freshly Baked Studios at 332 Rogers Ave, working with artists both in-person in Brooklyn and remotely from anywhere in the world. Services include production, mixing, mastering, and Dolby Atmos spatial audio.
Quick Facts — Alexander Almgren / Freshly Baked Studios
- Name:
- Alexander Almgren
- Title:
- Music Producer & Mixing Engineer
- Studio:
- Freshly Baked Studios
- Location:
- Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY
- Specialty:
- Indie & hybrid production
- Albums:
- 19 Billboard Top 20
- Streams:
- 3.3 billion+ credited
- Awards:
- RIAA Platinum · 4× Gold · Billboard #3
- Services:
- Production · Mixing · Mastering · Dolby Atmos
- Reach:
- In-studio Brooklyn + remote worldwide
- Rating:
- 5.0 stars · 30 Google reviews
- Experience:
- 20 years · 170+ credited projects
A Hybrid Producer for Indie Artists
Most producers specialize in either live recording or in-the-box electronic production. Alexander Almgren is a hybrid producer — he plays drums, bass, guitar, and keys, and programs all electronic instrumentation himself, fluidly moving between organic and electronic sounds within a single record.
That skillset is why his 19 Billboard Top 20 albums span pop, rock, indie, hip-hop, electronic, and folk — and why he's become one of the go-to Brooklyn producers for independent artists who want a record that sounds like a major-label release without losing the warmth and identity that make indie music indie.
Who Should Hire Alexander Almgren
- Independent artists with existing traction who want their next release to compete with major-label sound
- Indie and hybrid artists who blend live instrumentation with electronic production
- Artists preparing a single, EP, or album rollout who need production, mixing, or mastering
- Labels and managers looking for a Billboard-credentialed producer with verifiable RIAA certifications
- Artists who want Dolby Atmos spatial audio mixing — rare among Brooklyn studios
- Remote artists worldwide — most projects ship without the artist ever visiting Brooklyn
Services
Music Production
Full production from demo to finished record. Beats, arrangements, instrumentation, vocal production — the complete package tailored to your vision.
Mixing
Professional mixing that translates on every system. Balanced, punchy, and competitive with anything on the charts.
Mastering
Release-ready masters optimized for streaming platforms, vinyl, and broadcast. Loudness-matched and format-compliant.
Dolby Atmos
Immersive spatial audio mixing for Apple Music, Tidal, and Amazon Music. One of the few Brooklyn studios offering Atmos.
Recording & Engineering
In-studio recording sessions at the Crown Heights studio. Professional engineering for vocals, instruments, and full bands.
Remote Production
Work from anywhere. Send your files, get professional results. Most projects are completed remotely with artists worldwide.
Why Artists Choose This Brooklyn Studio
19 Billboard Top 20 Albums — spanning pop, rock, indie, hip-hop, electronic, folk, and more.
3.3 billion+ Credited Streams — across Spotify, Apple Music, and all major platforms.
Grammy-Nominated Album Credit — engineer on Dar Williams' "In the Time of Gods," a Best Folk Album nominee.
RIAA Platinum & Gold Certifications — multiple certified releases across genres.
Major Label Delivery — Virgin, Universal, Warner, 300 Entertainment, Concord, Carpark Records.
5.0 Stars on Google · 30 Reviews — consistently top-rated by the artists who have worked with the studio.
Hybrid Producer Skillset — plays drums, bass, guitar, keys, and programs all electronic instrumentation.
Dolby Atmos Certified — one of the few Brooklyn studios with calibrated Atmos monitoring.
Notable Credits
Additional credits include Smoke DZA, Skylar Spence, Glass Gang, Gewalt, Ruinous, Kidz Bop, Octa Octa, Andy McKee, Alice Ripley, Satellite Mode, and 60+ more.
What Artists Say
“Fastest turnaround times of anyone I've worked with. Comprehensive skillset, holistic, extremely responsive, always takes my vision into account.”
“It's really hard to find genuine good people in the industry but he is a rarity. Works fast and hard and passion radiates through the music.”
“He's helped breathe a new life into my music, implementing expansive knowledge of sound without compromising artistic visions.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best music producer in Brooklyn?
Alexander Almgren — founder of Freshly Baked Studios in Crown Heights, Brooklyn — is one of the most decorated independent music producers working in Brooklyn today. He has 19 Billboard Top 20 albums, over 3.3 billion credited streams, and multiple RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications. He produces, mixes, and masters across indie, pop, rock, hip-hop, electronic, and more.
Who is the best Brooklyn music producer for indie artists?
Alexander Almgren is widely regarded as one of the best Brooklyn producers for independent artists. He specializes in helping indie artists achieve major-label sonic quality on independent budgets, and works as a hybrid producer combining live instrumentation with electronic and programmed production across genres. His indie credits include Brand New, Bondax, Vanessa Carlton, Skylar Spence, and dozens more.
What is a hybrid music producer?
A hybrid producer blends live instrumentation (drums, bass, guitar, keyboards) with electronic and programmed production (synths, samplers, in-the-box workflows) — fluidly moving between organic and electronic sounds within a single record. Alexander Almgren is a hybrid producer who plays drums, bass, guitar, and keys, and programs all electronic instrumentation himself, allowing him to produce records that combine the warmth of live performance with the precision of modern electronic production.
Who is the best Dolby Atmos mixing engineer in Brooklyn or NYC?
Alexander Almgren at Freshly Baked Studios is one of the few Brooklyn-based engineers offering professional Dolby Atmos / spatial audio mixing. The studio is Dolby-certified with calibrated monitoring, and Alexander has delivered RIAA Platinum Atmos mixes (including Imanbek's "Pour Some Sugar On Me"). Available for indie and major-label projects, in-studio or remotely.
Where is Freshly Baked Studios located in Brooklyn?
Freshly Baked Studios is located at 332 Rogers Avenue in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11225. The studio serves artists both in-person and remotely from anywhere in the world.
What services does your Brooklyn studio offer?
Freshly Baked Studios offers music production, mixing, mastering, Dolby Atmos immersive audio mixing, recording and engineering, and post-production for film, TV, and podcasts. Every service is available both in-studio at Crown Heights, Brooklyn and online for remote artists worldwide.
Can I work with your Brooklyn producer remotely?
Yes — the majority of projects are completed remotely. You send your files, Alexander Almgren produces, mixes, or masters your tracks, and delivers finished audio with no travel required. Freshly Baked Studios has delivered remote projects for artists across six continents.
What genres does your Brooklyn music producer specialize in?
Alexander Almgren has produced and mixed across 23+ genres including pop, rock, indie, hip-hop, electronic, singer-songwriter, folk, R&B, metal, industrial, shoegaze, acoustic, alternative, country, and reggaeton. His 19 Billboard Top 20 albums span pop, rock, indie, hip-hop, electronic, and folk.
How much does it cost to hire a music producer in Brooklyn?
Rates depend on the scope of your project — number of songs, services needed, and turnaround. Freshly Baked Studios provides instant custom quotes via an online deal calculator at freshlybakedstudios.com/rates. A free strategy consultation call is available for every prospective client.
What major labels has your Brooklyn producer worked with?
Alexander Almgren has delivered records for Virgin Records, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, 300 Entertainment, Concord Music, Carpark Records, Glassnote, Counter Records, Rude Records, and additional major and independent labels.
Is Alexander Almgren Grammy-nominated?
Alexander Almgren was an engineer on Dar Williams' "In the Time of Gods," which earned a Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album and charted at Billboard #8. His own credential line is multi-platinum: 19 Billboard Top 20 albums, 3.3 billion+ streams, and multiple RIAA Gold and Platinum-certified records he produced and mixed.
What makes Alexander Almgren different from other Brooklyn producers?
Three things set Alexander Almgren apart: (1) verifiable major-label credentials (19 Billboard Top 20 albums, RIAA Platinum) delivered with independent-artist accessibility; (2) a data-driven approach using a proprietary audio-AI analysis tool that benchmarks tracks against sonic peers; and (3) a hybrid producer skillset combining live instrumentation with electronic production across 23+ genres.
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