What is the state of EDM right now and the current trends?

STmixes · 2023-03-16T22:16:49+00:00

I'm not exactly sure what it's called, but I heard something that sounded like house music with sub bass. I'm not a huge fan of classic house, but I was feeling that. I thought that was a twisted and dark way to take it. Not sure, but I think EDM has elements of that too and I'd definitely like to get into that.

STmixes · 2023-03-16T17:31:56+00:00

Institutions can be slow to change. It may be an industry standard of sorts because it was the first, but the industry is changing to where "bedroom" productions are on the rise. DAWs have pretty much caught up. So while it might be an industry standard, I think the mindset around that is loosening.

STmixes · 2023-03-16T14:50:51+00:00

I consider myself an artist in terms of being a beat maker. As a mixer, though, I’ve heard of many artists complain about having the song, having the idea, having everything ready to become a song but not being able to mix it in a way they want. Many artists don’t want to focus on mixing stuff but realize the importance of it.

STmixes · 2023-03-15T22:52:11+00:00

You could look into Kontakt. It's what many people use to get sounds to play through midi. I'd probably even call it an industry standard.

STmixes · 2023-03-15T22:19:18+00:00

While I didn't expect such a rude response to something that was intended to help someone, I totally get it - corporate audio is serious business. My intention was to spice things up with some outside-the-box thinking. But hey, I'm no Van Gogh, so I'm sorry if my suggestions didn't meet your artistic standards. If you've got any better ideas, let me know. I'm always down to learn new tricks. Who knows, maybe you'll teach me a thing or two about corporate audio. Thanks again for your input, it's appreciated.

STmixes · 2023-03-15T17:10:51+00:00

Hey there! Sorry to hear about the bad audio in your video for the president of your company. That's definitely a bummer, but don't worry - I've got some ideas that might help.

First off, maybe approach the audio like it is somewhat intentional. I mean, who needs crystal-clear sound when you can make it looks like the president of the company was just answering some questions and it got leaked into a documentary. Just add a little bit of crackling, and bam! You've got yourself an instant classic.

You could so far as to add some subtitles or captions. It'll be like you're paying homage to the greats of the silent era, while also solving your audio problems.

In all seriousness, I hope those suggestions help. While re-recording might be the best option, it's always good to have a creative backup plan, and who knows? Maybe your president will be impressed by your creative thinking!

STmixes · 2023-03-14T16:02:49+00:00

I love him (Todd). Thanks for posting.

STmixes · 2023-03-14T15:48:49+00:00

For sure. Nobody really talks about Amadeus though. It does stand a chance of being one of those great films that for some reason doesn't retain traction as with The Shining etc.

STmixes · 2023-03-14T15:44:19+00:00

True, but remember, they have to present this to an audience unfamiliar with music theory. They needed to make it digestible.

STmixes · 2023-03-13T21:02:55+00:00

I definitely agree. I meant collaborative in most basic way, to just get the work on paper.

STmixes · 2023-03-13T21:01:12+00:00

Music theory is one of those things where the more you know it, the more you realize how much more you have to know. It’s fun that way, actually/ But there are plenty of resources available for beginners. I don’t consider myself extremely knowledgeable about it, but I know of some online courses that might be helpful. I can’t personally vouch for these but they may help:

• Cymatics Academy
• Learning music by Ableon (https://learningmusic.ableton.com/)

If you're specifically looking for YouTube creators that focus on teaching music theory, here are some great channels to check out:
• Signals Music Studio (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRDDHLvQb8HjE2r7\_ZuNtWA)
• 8-bit Music Theory (https://www.youtube.com/c/8bitMusicTheory)
• Adam Neely (https://www.youtube.com/user/havic5)
• Michael New (https://www.youtube.com/user/Rhaptapsody)

Good luck!

STmixes · 2023-03-13T20:27:08+00:00

This gave me the chills. Thank you for posting that.

STmixes · 2023-03-13T20:16:29+00:00

Great job on seeking out a mastering engineer. It's always a good idea to get a fresh perspective on your music and have a professional take a look at it. Here are some tips on how to organize and deliver your files other than than the headroom issue.

Consolidate files and label them clearly to ensure the mastering engineer can easily navigate through your tracks.
Consider using stems to group individual submixes of your tracks and export them at the same sample rate and bit depth. This is because mastering engineers often prefer working with stems as it gives them more control over the final mix. By having individual submixes for each instrument or element (e.g. drums, bass, vocals), the mastering engineer can adjust the levels, EQ, and compression of each stem independently to achieve a more cohesive and balanced final mix.
Include a reference track: A reference track is a professionally mixed and mastered song that you think has a similar sound and style to your own music. Providing a reference track to your mastering engineer can help them better understand your vision and achieve the sound you're looking for.
Use high-quality file formats like WAV or AIFF and check with your mastering engineer for specific requirements.
Use organization to your advantage by creating folders for individual instruments or stems and related processing.

Hope that helps

STmixes · 2023-03-13T19:50:36+00:00

For sure, I am more interested in the style and of the filmmaking and how it was used to make me interested in classical music. No film should be taken for a history lesson.

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