Apologies for the delay between posts. I've been diligently producing for you, but this is the first project I've been able to complete with my busy schedule. I was hoping to throw a rap acapella on this, but unfortunately I could not find a suitable match. Anyway, let's talk about this beat.
Not too long ago, I began producing a trap remix (which you will hear eventually). I enjoy working on it and it has taught me a lot. However, I have been drifting away from it in the last couple months. Something (although I couldn't tell what) about that track was bothering me for a long time. Eventually I showed it to a close friend who's only feedback was "It's good, but it's not you..".
Since then I have directed my affections to the aspects of my production that fulfill me the most. Using your standard synthesizers, 808s, and risers can be a lot of fun, but they limit the life that can be breathed into a track when they are the main components. Rather than employing the skills that I have been working hard on cultivating, this track was an exercise in the skills that come to me naturally. Manipulation makes up the majority of this beat. Over the last few days, much like a puppet master, I have sifted through my sounds and forced them to dance according to my will.
The kick drums, the claps, and two of the four hats used are the only sounds left somewhat in tact. Everything else has been whittled to fit a new purpose. Here's a fun list of some of the sounds/people who are the life of this beat: motor switches, cello, Aaliyah, DMX, Fabolous, Eminem, Lollievox, and of course a bongo drum. What I love about this track is how uneasy it feels. Something just isn't right, which is also what makes it feel so good. It's riddled with uncertainty, yet flows with an unusual and eerie calmness.
In any event, I will hopefully have more music coming your way soon. My arsenal has grown, and I can't wait to show you some of my new weapons; especially now that I have resurrected my sharpest tools.
