meet the team.
chrislee
director of music production, business development
ChrisLee is a dynamic singer, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur from Essex Fells, NJ. He honed his craft under the legendary Jerry Wonda at Platinum Sound in New York and the iconic Booga Basement, the birthplace of the Fugees’ classic album The Score. Over the years, Chris has collaborated with top-tier artists across Hip Hop and R&B, including Busta Rhymes, Shakira, Miguel, and Chris Brown. He co-wrote the breakout hit “Don’t Need Love” for 220 Kid and Gracey, which went Platinum in the UK and earned a Brit Award, as well as “Love Struck” for Boyz II Men on NBC’s Songland. Passionate about merging health, wellness, and smart business for creatives, Chris founded Earth + Water Media to empower artists of all disciplines.
rebecca perl
director of brand, graphic design
Rebecca Perl is a talented singer-songwriter from Long Island, NY, who combines her passion for music with her expertise in graphic design and advertising. For over a decade, she’s been supporting artists in both visual branding and songwriting. With writing credits for OMI, Devin Kennedy, SNBRN, Adventure Club, Tep No, and more, Rebecca knows what it takes to craft great music. Her home studio in Silverlake—once the creative hub for artists like Blind Melon and 6lack—now serves as one of our main studios, infused with the inspiring energy of its legendary past.
josh duplessis
creative director
Josh Duplessis is a visionary in the music industry, renowned for his talents as a creative director, songwriter, producer, and content creator. Born into a legendary musical family, Josh was raised in the iconic Booga Basement Studios—founded by his father—where groundbreaking acts like City High, Product G&B, and Grammy-winning trio The Fugees got their start. Immersed in this creative environment from a young age, Josh’s passion for music flourished as he honed his skills alongside some of the industry’s top musicians and producers.
mike o’brien
director of visual media
Mike O’Brien is a visionary director, DP, editor, and producer from Westwood, New Jersey. His creative journey began as a painter, igniting his passion for visual storytelling. Mike has worked with an impressive lineup of artists, including Porter Robinson, Christina Perri, and Justin Bieber. With a deep love for the craft and a collaborative spirit, Mike is driven to elevate every project he touches, pushing creative boundaries to deliver exceptional visual experiences.
britton darby
director of health, wellness, communications
A former professional dancer, Britton transitioned her passion into the wellness space, where she has excelled as a wellness coach and business strategist for over 20 years in the arts, entertainment, and wellness industries. Her mission is to uplift, preserve, and amplify businesses, projects, and individuals driving the world toward a healthier, more connected, and inspired future. As the former owner of Modo Yoga in NYC and director of Russell Simmons’ wellness brand Tantris in LA, Britton brings a holistic approach to building brands and crafting custom wellness programs for artists. She understands that thriving as an artist and entrepreneur requires grit, creativity, and the ability to communicate your authenticity and passion—sustainably and powerfully.
let us build your creative dream team
✓ bring your vision to life
we’ll work with you to refine and expand your ideas, removing the stress of managing a creative team. your focus should be on creating your best art—we’ll handle the rest.
✓ craft a cohesive media narrative
media is the new storefront. It’s crucial to maintain a consistent, high-quality media presence that builds trust and loyalty with your audience across all platforms. yhe more seamless this narrative, the faster you convert followers into devoted patrons. creating exceptional media requires a skilled team working together.
✓ deliver impactful results
specialization drives success. by matching the right creatives to the right roles, we ensure your art makes a lasting impact. let us build a specialized team that maximizes your potential in this competitive space.