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HIGHLIGHTS

These are Ken’s chosen highlights.

Ken Candelas is credited as Re-Recording Mixer for the short film “The Manor”, a sci-fi horror narrative that follows a Manhattan family’s move to an Upstate New York hamlet at the turn of the century, inadvertently awakening an extra-terrestrial force that torments the community. Guided by the bonds they form within their newfound community, our characters set out to thwart the alien presence threatening to engulf the town.

Ken Candelas, aka "The Mad Composer" documents his trip with a montage that unveils the brand new world-class recording studio, "AlUla Studios" located in Saudi Arabia. The mission was to test drive the 64-channel Neve 5088 console of the facility and 'cut the ribbon'. As its engineer, Ken captured the music heard in this immersive experience.

On August, 25 Ken Candelas and other selected educators from leading universities around the world came together at Abbey Road Studio 3 for the inaugural Audiomovers Educators Conference. Hosted at one of the most iconic studios in music history, the event showcased how professors are using Audiomovers tools in the classroom to teach recording, mixing, immersive audio, real-time collaboration and more.

“The Circle of Dead Children” is a story originally inspired by the concept of ‘as above, so below’, an alchemical philosophy that fostered the merging of two concepts: an infernal pilgrimage through the Inferno to unlock the secrets of divine power hidden within the fabled philosopher’s stone. "Godless; A Song of the Night, Part II" takes on after “A Song of the Night: Part I”, the Homerik prologue that explores the relationships of Morgana, the mother of Dante. Ken is the creator—The Mad Composer—of Homerik.

Another Homerik release, calling upon the distressed voice of former president Franklin D. Roosevelt, "Sacred Order" is best described as a monument to our sins. Forcing us to reflect on our past, Homerik has created a mirror for us to face the truth about the unspeakable horrors of World War II. This is the beginning of the story of Dante, the protagonist of Homerik's epic opera "The Circle of Dead Children".

Ken Candelas was the drum technician and assistant engineer for the record “Old Ghosts” created and produced by the metal band Hero & The Horror.

Andy made a deal with a demon. He manages a small but ambitious Italian eatery called Scoppa. The demon’s black magic lures patrons to the restaurant; in return, Andy feeds guests to the demon, who dwells in the basement. It was all going smoothly, business was booming, reviews were glowing…

Until the busboy found out. Hayride Films presents The Restaurant. Ken Candelas is the sound designer, sound mixer, foley artist, and dialogue editor of this feature film.

EARLY WORKS

Below are some examples of Ken's early works. These are tunes specifically chosen by Ken which represent various parts of his career and growth as a student. Ken mastered most tracks below, recorded/mixed/mastered Rosser and Sohne and Float, and mastered/played the drums on The Pink Tacos' The New Ones. Ken only performed on Stagelight by Tex. Ken mixed/mastered the Clio Trio's rendition of Brahms' Op. 114 Trio, Flyy Guy Fresh's "My New", and The Walking Tree's What's In My Head (CCNY Version). Ken is the composer, drummer, a vocalist, orchestrater, arranger, recording and mixing engineer for Homerik.

TRANSCRIBING

Ken is also very knowledgable with the program Sibelius. He can transcribe your score if need be, and will do so accurately. He did so for Tran-Siberian Orchestra's Bob Kinkel on his project Cinema 12. The score provided has an additional lead part to the song below.

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OTHER APPEARANCES

Romeo Santos: King of Bachata | HBO Max

KING OF BACHATA intertwines the story of bachata with the musical legacy of the genre’s biggest champion and superstar, Dominican singer-songwriter Romeo Santos. The documentary traces the ascent of the disenfranchised genre from the oppressed countryside of the Dominican Republic to its unprecedented international recognition—culminating in a record-breaking concert starring Romeo Santos, alongside the legendary bachateros that paved the way before him.

Ken was the DAW Operator for the MetLife Stadium Utopia concert from this special on HBO Max.

Good Morning America

Ken was an audio technician for many studios around the New York City area, including the world-renown Times Square Studios which hosted the famous morning show, Good Morning America. During his time at ABC, Ken worked with celebrities and artists of all walks of life and performing on prime time in front of millions of people.

Four Trips Ahead: Bring Me Down

Regardless of who or what oppresses you, find the strength to resist and reclaim who you are. Overcome the spiritual weights that are placed upon you by those too afraid to truly live. http://fourtripsahead.com

Homerik: A Song of the Night: Part I

Ken is the lead composer of the symphonic progressive metal band, Homerik. Visit http://homerik.org for more information.

Banco Popular: De Puerto Rico Para El Mundo

Ken worked along side legendary recording engineer Steve Remote to capture Jose Feliciano's performance on this 2016 Christmas special.

Seunghee Lee: Solace

When tragedy strikes our lives, time doesn’t heal wounds; it only fades memories. Words of condolence are not enough to alleviate the painful heart....but once we start surrendering our wounded heart to the magical beauty of music, we may just be able to find solace from within...

Ken was assistant to legendary music producer and audio engineer, Marc Aubort, for Seunghee Lee's latest album, "Solace". Seunghee was number 2 on Hong Kong Records’ “Top 10 Classical and Jazz Charts” and by being featured as "CD of the Week" in many classical radio stations around the world with her last record, including KDFC (San Francisco), WSCL (Maryland), Symphony 92.4 (Singapore) and Fine Music Radio (Cape Town, South Africa). Seunghee’s recordings continue to gain worldwide recognition through numerous airplays on major radio stations in many countries.

Dark Fashion

Harlem is home to many creatives in the fashion world such as aspiring models, make-up artist, and fashion designers. Adrian Aliciea is a Harlem resident who draws from his surroundings to inspire his career as a fashion designer. He literally uses his two-bedroom apartment and people from the neighborhood to create art. This short documentary entitled “Dark fashion” provides insight into Adrian's critique of the fashion industry and his plans to shake it up with his "out of the box” style.

Rosser & Sohne: Nothing More (feat. Noah Galvin)

As rumors spread that he might be gay, Evan is ostracized and teased at school. He’s even rejected by Jason – his best friend and the most popular kid in class, who he cares for more than anyone he’s ever met.

Ken fully recorded, mixed, and mastered the song. Recording assistant: Miles Blue Spruce

Four Trips Ahead: Step Into My World

Music video for Four Trips Ahead. This was one of Ken's first appearances with FTA. Visit http://fourtripsahead.com for more information.

ARTWORK COLLECTION

These are Ken’s early graphic design works. Nowadays, he spends most of his artistic time creating commercial designs for his projects Metal Mastermind and Homerik.