Formed in 2020, Gooroo Music is a premium, boutique audio partner that handles the full spectrum of sound, from original composition and sonic branding to sound design, voice recording, podcast editing, post production, and broadcast mixing.
Our Services.
From first spark to final mix, we build a Gooroo Orchestra of sound specialists tailored to your project, bringing your vision to life.
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We're a team of passionate thinkers and doers, dedicated to building with purpose and clarity. Collaboration and curiosity drive everything we do.
“Gooroo translated a nuanced creative brief into a custom composition that felt intentional, cinematic, and right for the brand — and made the entire process feel easy, even under tight timelines. That level of craft and professionalism is rare.”— Josh - IHOP x Disney "IF" Campaign
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We handle voice over recording at 25th Street Recording or remotely plus full podcast production and editing, integrating original compositions and sound effects tailored to the show.
“Gooroo nailed our unique sound on the first try and has maintained an incredible level of quality across every episode — thoughtful audio cleanup, music, and sound design that bring the series to life.”
— Suzie - Stripe's Cheeky Pint Creator
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Broadcast-quality mixes with full-spectrum sound design—2.1, 5.1, or Dolby Atmos. Crafted by our award-winning team for maximum emotional impact.
“Gooroo brought the same level of care to our broadcast mix as they did the music — fast, in any audio spec required for the project, and easy to drop right into the show.”— Aly - Hims & Hers
“Gooroo Music is down to earth, collaborative, and easy to partner with. They really get the brief, ask the right questions, and turn things around fast and on budget. A dream team to work with!”
— Aly from Hims & HersMeet the founders.
Sami Freeman ⏐ Creative Producer
Sami Freeman is a singer, pianist, and composer with a background in building brands, blending organic and electronic textures across songs and film scores. At Gooroo Music, she leads client outreach, communication, and project management—and is passionate about building long-term relationships with clients and collaborators.
Jeff Kolhede ⏐ Creative Director
Jeff Kolhede is a producer, audio engineer, and composer with credits on multiple Grammy-nominated projects, including the trailer for the Academy Award-winning Moonlight. At Gooroo Music, he leads client outreach, creative direction, and the Gooroo Orchestra. Jeff champions the Bay Area music community through collaboration and mentorship.
Our Approach.
We're a lean, award-winning team delivering top tier work without traditional agency bloat, fast enough to turn custom audio in as little as 24 hours and steady enough to partner for years.
We pull from our "GOOROO Orchestra" of composer engineers and audio specialists—scaling from a small ensemble to a full orchestra depending on your project—with clear communication and calm collaboration, plus AI tools where helpful, always guided by human taste. The result is bespoke, emotionally resonant audio and a warm, extremely professional experience you can trust."
