Our Team

Robert Lopez

Natalie Valentine

Founder / Husband / Dad

With a passion for both authentic storytelling and forward-thinking production, Crates Audio builds work that bridges creators and their communities. Our approach blends the warmth of human experience with the precision of modern tools, resulting in content that feels intentional, emotional, and impactful. Whether mixing, producing, or crafting strategy, every project becomes a journey—capturing the heart of the story behind it.

Operations / Wife / Mom

From studio sessions to brand strategy, Crates fuses culture, production, and storytelling into every project.

Crates Audio blends lived experience with modern creativity, bridging eras through sound and storytelling. Influenced by hip-hop, soul, and the evolving landscape of digital media, we build narratives that hit emotionally and sonically. With care in every detail and intention in every decision, each project becomes a lasting piece of your brand’s journey.