Johnny Dietsch

Multidisciplinary music producer, DJ, and creative director with a proven track record in production, sync licensing, brand strategy, and live performance. Creator of EMERALD GATES—an independent project with over 100 original tracks and more than 50 remixes, generating over 1 million streams across platforms. Former creative marketing coordinator at Sony Music Publishing, where he led sync campaigns and content strategy. Experience includes performances at venues like Exchange LA and Time Nightclub, private instruction in music production, and building a fully self-sustained artist brand from the ground up.

Completed the core Music Production program at ICON Collective, an intensive artist development school for modern producers. The program focused on key areas including sound design, mixing, mastering, music theory, songwriting, branding, and creative identity. Gained hands-on experience in Ableton Live and participated in weekly mentorship, feedback sessions, and collaborative projects. Emphasis on emotional authenticity, technical excellence, and building a self-sustaining career in music.

• Released over 100 original tracks and 50+ remixes under EMERALD GATES, organizing five years of music into a cohesive catalog of albums and EPs.
• Performed at top venues across the U.S., including Exchange LA, Time Nightclub, The Foundry, and The Ave.
• Opened for artists such as Laidback Luke, JSTJR, Nurko, and Crystal Skies.
• Achieved over 1 million streams across Spotify, SoundCloud, and other platforms.
• Received DJ support from Diplo, PAJANE, CASHEW, R3WIRE, Adam Auburn, TCTS, Gem & Tauri, ZLATA, Sunday Scaries, and Alyx Ander.
• Released music on respected labels including Rude Service, Frequency, Music High Court, and ARWV.
• Collaborated with artists such as Emma Grace, Meggie York, RENN, Bad Proxy, Cyrus Gold, JUST JAMES, BOS, TAY X, Sydney Grimm, Vitalz, MJ/XO, and ENROSA.
• Directed all branding, cover art, and content strategy across EMERALD GATES, DEESH, and ELYS!AN projects.