Deadbeat

About

Scott Monteith aka Deadbeat is one of the most solid and adventurous producers Canada has ever given us. You can randomly choose any of his numerous LPs, EPs or singles released since 1999 and always land on a great moment that is certain to surprise. With a strong anchor in dub, minimal techno and soundscapes, Deadbeat has made us trust his vision as a producer by expanding, mixing or contrasting these foundations with an energy always moving forward A master of crackly worlds of dub, undulating reggae scorchers and forward-thinking percussive experimentations, Deadbeat manipulates sonic space with impressive technical command and melodic dexterity. Whether crafting kaleidoscopic house and chugging deep techno or tar-thick, impossibly weighty minimalism, 25 years on it seems clear his restless creative spirit know no bounds.

Genres

Tech House / Minimal
Reggae / Dub
Electronica / IDM

Skills

Anything
Composition
Recording
Studio Gear
Mixing
Mastering

Labels

BLKRTZ
Echocord
Constellation Records
~scape
Last Night On Earth

Worked With

Paul St. Hilaire
Fatima Camara
Monolake
Sasha
Steve Beaupré

DAW

Ableton Live

Gear

Arturia Drumbrute Impact
Arturia Polybrute
Neumann Kh 310 A

Languages

English

Video Message

Music feedback

$25

Typical delivery 3 days
Response rate Excellent
Avg. length ~3 min

Upload your tracks at any stage — from rough sketch to mixed and mastered Add context so Deadbeat knows exactly what to focus on.
Deadbeat records your video Sent straight to your inbox. Watch it anytime.
Delivered within 7 days or you'll be refunded

Live video call

1-on-1

Starting $60

Sound design, mixing, mastering, arrangement, live performance, current favorite food recipes, existential crisis management. All comers welcome!

Live 1-on-1 video call with Deadbeat
Share hi-fi audio from your DAW (Ableton, Logic Pro…)
Send your music or any file ahead of session

What producers say about Deadbeat

6 reviews

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HLD Apr 8, 2026
Music Feedback

Thanks Deadbeat for your time and advice. Definitely feel that you helped me improve the mix in a manner I wouldn’t have come to on my own at this point. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. - Peace.
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HLD Mar 29, 2026
Music Feedback

Thanks for the quick and constructive feedback! Very helpful to have a sounding board with Deadbeat’s level of artistry and sound design experience while working as an individual. Looking forward to getting further feedback as I finalize the track.
Ergot88 Mar 26, 2026
Music Feedback

Thanks again for the feedback, really useful. And that Born Slippy chord progression note made me laugh, I didn't catch it but now i hear it. Probably a pleasant surprise from my subconscious, grew up listening to that. I'd love to do a private session, I didn't see a link for it though. Let me know how to proceed!
Ergot88 Jan 6, 2026
Music Feedback

Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to the track and provide feedback. Great actionable advice will give a try. :)
DubGramophone Jan 3, 2026
Music Feedback

Thank you very much, super useful feedback
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Weedteeth Aug 29, 2025
Music Feedback

Hey man, thanks for the positive vibes and clear actionable recommendations. This track's been lying around for a while and you've helped me get moving on it again. I'll probably be in touch again after I've tinkered a bit more. Cheers!

How does music feedback work?

1 Pick an artist Browse our roster to choose an artist you'd love to send your music to.
2 Upload your music Upload your track(s) and tell the artist why you're sending this demo to get the most helpful feedback.
3 Get feedback Receive private video feedback from the artist within a few days. You’ll get an automatic refund if an artist doesn’t answer.
Try It Out Deadbeat is accepting music for feedback.

Frequently asked questions

Music feedback

Deadbeat records a private video breaking down your track — mix, arrangement, sound design, or whatever you ask them to focus on. It lands in your inbox and you can watch it whenever you want, as many times as you like.
Early sketches are often the most valuable to get feedback on, before you get lost in too many iterations — but finished tracks work too if you want a second opinion or to get on the artist’s radar.
MP3 or WAV, any length. Add a note and links when you upload so Deadbeat knows exactly what to focus on.
Most feedback arrives within a few days. If Deadbeat hasn’t responded within 7 days, you’re automatically refunded.
You can swap the track as long as Deadbeat hasn’t listened yet. After that you can cancel the request for a refund and start a new one.
Yes — you send a private message on the feedback page and Deadbeat will get your comment.

1-on-1

Book a live video call with Deadbeat. At the scheduled time you join the call, talk through your music, share your screen, and get personalized advice in real time.
Sessions run 30 or 60 minutes — you pick the length that fits when you book.
It’s optional. You can add your track, files, DAW and a note when you book, or anytime before the call — and edit it right up to the session so the artist can prepare.
Yes. You can reschedule for free up to 24 hours before the session. Deadbeat can also propose a new time, which you’re free to accept or decline.
All times are shown in your own local timezone, so there’s nothing to convert.
Yes, as often as you like — from your 1-on-1s or straight from this profile.