In a world where music and gaming converge, one artist has emerged as the top of the field. Jose Castro, the multi-faceted music producer, engineer, and composer from Mexico has cemented his position in the music and video game industries in Mexico and the United States. The most famous Mexican musician to make his mark on the video game industry, Castro’s astounding array of achievements, his ability to fuse modern jazz with world music, and his ability to make magic happen in the studio have made him one of the most sought-after artists by music studios, production companies, video game companies, and recording artists alike.
Since 2017, Castro has been a dominant force in the industry, leaving an indelible mark wherever his sonic mastery is unleashed. As the former Lead Recording Engineer at Chris Hanebutt's illustrious DeVille Studios, he shaped the soundscape for esteemed recording artists such as Jasmine Crowe, Akazi, and Viva Swan. Castro's also talent graced the halls of Fine Tune Music, where he served as the company’s Lead Composer, Producer, and instrumentalist, recording music for their renown music library, pieces from which can be heard on ABC, NBC, FOX, and many other major networks. Castro has also lent his talents to noted recording artists such as Phoenix Lazar, producing and composing her 2019 hit “Under the Light.”
Castro's talents have propelled him to the forefront of the gaming world. He is the lead composer and music producer for Bears & Guts, where since 2020 he has been shaping the sonic landscapes of their games, including the acclaimed “WOMG," which features Castro’s remarkable compositions that blend genres, world music, and incorporate jazz influences. Cortes Productions has also tapped Castro to use his musical wizardry to enchant players of their flagship title “Mogrimera: Disciple of Order”.
The industry's most influential players have eagerly sought out Castro. Silver Gun Records, which produces music that can be heard in over 60 hit TV shows, including “The Daily Show," HBO's “VICE," and Netflix's “Queer Eye," have tapped Castro as their Lead Composer, Music Producer, and Sound Designer. Piecrust Studios, catering to international recording artists and major networks such as Comedy Central, ESPN, and MTV, have also embraced Castro's visionary talent, hiring him to compose and produce music for Dante Lacroix's upcoming album and the theatrical production “Enlisted.” Castro will also be working with the esteemed producer Nico Farias, whose resume includes multiple Latin Grammy-winning projects.
Castro is the visionary behind 8-Bit Studio, a music production company in Mexico City specializing in video games, which he founded in 2020, a move that earned him attention from major Mexican publications, such as Bullfrag and eGames, which recognized Castro as an industry leader in the field of video game music and praised him for his achievements, such as his work on Bears & Guts’ educational game “WOMG”. Other national media outlets have taken notice of Castro's awe-inspiring talent. National media outlets such as NVI Noticias, Zocalo, and Reforma, with their staggering readerships of millions, have published articles recognizing Castro's exceptional work on “WOMG” and his contributions to the field of video game music in Mexico. These are only some of the national publications that are a part of Castro’s long record of media coverage, which is yet another major achievement in an already impressive career.
While Castro's achievements in the music and gaming realms are outstanding, his own musical endeavors shine just as brightly. Operating under the moniker J. Jeaux, Castro has captivated listeners with his single “More Than Enough." Released in 2022, the track has garnered critical acclaim, rewriting the rules of the R&B genre. A&R Factory, a trusted voice in music, commended Castro's ability to infuse R&B with a fresh and unique style, declaring him one of the rare artists capable of delving into the genre while maintaining originality.
Jose Castro has established himself as a leading figure in the music and video game industries in Mexico and the United States, with a proven track record of success and an extraordinary level of achievement that is matched by an extraordinary degree of talent, musicality and technical expertise, making him one of the most in-demand artists working today. If the past is any indication, he will continue to make great contributions to the industry. Jose Castro is definitely one to watch!”
Since 2017, Castro has been a dominant force in the industry, leaving an indelible mark wherever his sonic mastery is unleashed. As the former Lead Recording Engineer at Chris Hanebutt's illustrious DeVille Studios, he shaped the soundscape for esteemed recording artists such as Jasmine Crowe, Akazi, and Viva Swan. Castro's also talent graced the halls of Fine Tune Music, where he served as the company’s Lead Composer, Producer, and instrumentalist, recording music for their renown music library, pieces from which can be heard on ABC, NBC, FOX, and many other major networks. Castro has also lent his talents to noted recording artists such as Phoenix Lazar, producing and composing her 2019 hit “Under the Light.”
Castro's talents have propelled him to the forefront of the gaming world. He is the lead composer and music producer for Bears & Guts, where since 2020 he has been shaping the sonic landscapes of their games, including the acclaimed “WOMG," which features Castro’s remarkable compositions that blend genres, world music, and incorporate jazz influences. Cortes Productions has also tapped Castro to use his musical wizardry to enchant players of their flagship title “Mogrimera: Disciple of Order”.
The industry's most influential players have eagerly sought out Castro. Silver Gun Records, which produces music that can be heard in over 60 hit TV shows, including “The Daily Show," HBO's “VICE," and Netflix's “Queer Eye," have tapped Castro as their Lead Composer, Music Producer, and Sound Designer. Piecrust Studios, catering to international recording artists and major networks such as Comedy Central, ESPN, and MTV, have also embraced Castro's visionary talent, hiring him to compose and produce music for Dante Lacroix's upcoming album and the theatrical production “Enlisted.” Castro will also be working with the esteemed producer Nico Farias, whose resume includes multiple Latin Grammy-winning projects.
Castro is the visionary behind 8-Bit Studio, a music production company in Mexico City specializing in video games, which he founded in 2020, a move that earned him attention from major Mexican publications, such as Bullfrag and eGames, which recognized Castro as an industry leader in the field of video game music and praised him for his achievements, such as his work on Bears & Guts’ educational game “WOMG”. Other national media outlets have taken notice of Castro's awe-inspiring talent. National media outlets such as NVI Noticias, Zocalo, and Reforma, with their staggering readerships of millions, have published articles recognizing Castro's exceptional work on “WOMG” and his contributions to the field of video game music in Mexico. These are only some of the national publications that are a part of Castro’s long record of media coverage, which is yet another major achievement in an already impressive career.
While Castro's achievements in the music and gaming realms are outstanding, his own musical endeavors shine just as brightly. Operating under the moniker J. Jeaux, Castro has captivated listeners with his single “More Than Enough." Released in 2022, the track has garnered critical acclaim, rewriting the rules of the R&B genre. A&R Factory, a trusted voice in music, commended Castro's ability to infuse R&B with a fresh and unique style, declaring him one of the rare artists capable of delving into the genre while maintaining originality.
Jose Castro has established himself as a leading figure in the music and video game industries in Mexico and the United States, with a proven track record of success and an extraordinary level of achievement that is matched by an extraordinary degree of talent, musicality and technical expertise, making him one of the most in-demand artists working today. If the past is any indication, he will continue to make great contributions to the industry. Jose Castro is definitely one to watch!”
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