Original music composition for film, television, and advertising.
Releases
Unbothered Black Joy!
Unbothered Black Joy!
Unbothered Black Joy!
Confidence Omenai
This release refuses the normalization of Black death, holding both a record of loss and a warning about the damage violence leaves in its wake. It is a vow of liberation and resurrection: Black life will rise, whole and unburied.
Clean Break
Unbothered Black Joy!
Unbothered Black Joy!
Big Samir
Born Champion Sound System energy. This anthem is intentionally built on sports metaphors and structured like a game plan: reclaim the ball, reset, lace up, breathe, and clock back in. No free game, no apologies, just discipline, faith, and stamina until the tank is empty.
Elevated Breaks Vol
Unbothered Black Joy!
Elevated Breaks Vol
The Breakbeat Bishop
Releasing under Maurice's alter ego, this re-release
Elevated Breaks Vol. 1 is a collection of rhythm-forward instrumentals that blend breakbeats, hip-hop sensibility, jazz influence, and cinematic detail.
Working with Reese was both seamless and inspiring. We needed original music for several TV commercials, and he delivered standout tracks that were not only distinctive and memorable, but also perfectly matched to the tone, pacing, and emotion of each spot.
- Dean Friend, New Elm Media (Owner & Creative Director)
Working with Maurice has been such a pleasure over the years. He’s kind, efficient, and knowledgeable. Always has strong suggestions. Technically sound. Maurice can give you whatever you’re looking for, whether it be music or beats, a soundtrack, or a score or a producer.
- donnie l. betts, Emmy Award-winning producer and director
I've had the pleasure of working with Reese on several projects at various locations. What always blows me away is how Reese seamlessly takes control of the studio as if it were his own. Not to mention, his knack for always knowing the missing ingredient of an audio production is uncanny.
- Don Randle, actor, playwright, podcast host
Music Libraries
The Mission
Music isn’t just created, it’s crafted with precision and passion. Whether it’s original compositions for a music-driven marketing campaign, custom sound design, or expert mixing and mastering to elevate your tracks, Diatonic Labs delivers high-quality, professional results tailored to bring any vision to life.
Custom Music
Specializing in Hip-Hop and elevated breakbeats with jazz influence, crafted specifically for sync. The music delivers distinctive rhythm and character, while remaining mix-ready for production, leaving intentional space for voiceover and dialogue in commercials, film, and TV.
Profile
Maurice R Smith is an award-winning composer, producer, and audio engineer. His work has shaped the sound of both artists and brands. With experience in television, radio, live performance, and beyond, every project receives the passion and precision it deserves.