Vernon Mungo – Mix Engineer
Vernon Mungo grew up loving the Caribbean rhythms of soca and calypso as well as Run DMC and the hip-hop culture that was growing up right along with him.
He moved to Atlanta as a computer science major, and in June 1995, Vernon transferred to Georgia State’s music program, which opened the door for him to intern at DARP studios. Vernon was hired a year later as an assistant engineer, working primarily with mix engineer Alvin Speights.
Vernon left DARP in 2001 and has been busy ever since. ‘VDiddy’ (the nickname 112 gave him) has worked with producers Dallas Austin, Jermaine Dupri, Brian-Michael Cox, Mario Winans, Dre & Vidal, Tim & Bob, Sean Garrett, Warren Campbell, Oak, and Track Starz.
His credits include the Destiny’s Child single, “Bills” and album Writing’s on the Wall, Ciara’s Evolution, Fantasia’s Fantasia, OutKast’s Idlewild, Erykah Badu’s Mama’s Gun and Grammy nominated projects Lionel Richie’s Coming Home, Jamie Foxx’s Unpredictable, India Arie’s Voyage to India, and TLC’s Fanmail.
Vernon is especially proud of the last two 112 projects, both of which he tracked in their entirety. Recently, he also recorded the R.Kelly written and produced single “Hush” for R&B singer Jaheim’s soon to be released album. Vernon’s also been working on new projects from Kelly Roland, Rick Ross, Bow Wow & Omarion, and Chris Brown.
Sample Vernon’s Work
Like This – Brutha:
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Girls Around the World Lloyd – Featuring Lil Wayne:
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Fun Facts About Vernon:
Least Interesting Job: “Lighting Technician” at Macy’s while in College – glorified bulb changer
Favorite Cusine: Italian
Favorite Dish: Shepherd’s Pie (not Italian)
Will not eat: most things green!
Inspired by: 4th Grade Teacher, Mr. Ritt – he exposed the kids to the arts, to this day MacBeth is still Vernon’s favorite play!
Travel Dream: Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain. A visit to China.
Travel Highlight: Soccer World Cup 2006 in Germany. Loved the fans, their passion & frenzy for the game.
Favorite Movie: The Goonies
