| Russ Castella | |
| Background: | non_performing_personnel |
| Birth Name: | Russ Castella |
| Birth Date: | 15 November 1983 |
| Origin: | Baku, Azerbaijan |
| Instrument: | Keyboard, Sampler drums, percussion |
| Occupation: | Producer, Remixer |
| Years Active: | 2004–present |
| Label: | Bliss Entertainment |
| Associated Acts: | O'so Krispie |
Russ Castella (born November 15, 1983) is an American record producer. He has found success in many genres of music, particularly dance, pop, and R&B. He has his own record label, Bliss Entertainment.
He has produced and remixed for a variety of artists including Lil Wayne, Irene Nelson, Ciara, Mariah Carey, The-Dream, Britney Spears, O'so Krispie, Rihanna, Keri Hilson, The Black Eyed Peas, Rockell, Danielle Bollinger, Mike Rizzo, Allie, Elissa (Canadian singer), and many more. His remixes can be recognized by the intro where he says the artist's name following "you know I had to do this, right? It's the Russ Castella remix." Russ has also scored a full length soundtrack for the movie titled Swamp Zombies[1] in 2006[2] which starred porn star Jasmin St. Claire.[3]
Russ Castella was heavily involved in managing a singing career of Irene Nelson. He has remixed her debut single "Sunrise" which is distributed by Universal Music Group. The remix features Lil Wayne.[4]
Russ was also in the studio with the UPN reality TV star O'so Krispie[5] for whom he is producing a full album titled, The Pink Album[6]
A remix of Lil Wayne - Prom Queen has been leaked on March 13 which was produced by Russ Castella. It features a melodic ballad with just piano and strings titled as "Russ Castella Piano Version". A more radio friendly version of the remix has been sent out to US radio stations on March 13 which is titled "Russ Castella Remix." It consists of the same piano melody, heavy bass, and 808s drums.[7]
Russ Castella has retired from active music production and has transitioned to a new role as the founder of Castella Media Group, a digital marketing agency.[8] The firm focuses on promoting music videos and brands across various social media platforms, including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.
Irene Nelson
Lil Wayne
Ciara featuring Justin Timberlake
Britney Spears (Zomba)
O'so Krispie (Bliss Entertainment)
LL Cool J featuring Jennifer Lopez (Def Jam Recordings)
Allie (Koch Records)
Danielle Bollinger