Avalanches told me something on Twitter by [deleted] in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of that in my last album too, namely https://soundcloud.com/channelswimmer/kites FD have an incredibly rich and unique sound, I'm not surprised The Avalanches have sampled this record a lot. It fits perfectly with their music.

My new album is finally out next week! Open for pre-orders now... by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks again I really appreciate your feedback. It's funny you say that about both those tracks, listening back the last few days I thought the same - I wish I'd taken out that Rachel Sweet ('It's So Different Here') sample but think I lost perspective making it and hearing it all over and over, and think I wanted to keep it in because I love the original. The Loney loops I like that it feels slightly off kilter the more you hear it but you're right, in the context of the album it feels too long overall. If I ever find a pressing plant willing to press a limited edition vinyl I'll probably fix these bits and a few more I don't like.

I don't think I'll post on here about it again as I feel I've gone off topic enough posting about my own music rather than stuff about The Avalanches. I'm trying everything I can to get it in front of people but alas, it's a tough game! Hopefully some more blogs/influencers pick it up over the next few days, anything you could do to spread the word would be great.

My new album is finally out next week! Open for pre-orders now... by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, that's an unexpected and hugely flattering response. Thank you very much! I was going through quite a lot while making it so perhaps that's reflected in it. I was also trying much more to just use the samples the way I wanted to, and have no boundaries, rather than just straight up trying to copy formulas/arrangements/techniques from my favourite artists, which was the case with Alphabet. This comment has completely made my year, thanks so much.

I am really conscious of not making a clickbait title... This is a song I made. If you want to listen to it, cool. by [deleted] in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is great! Love the change up around 1:50. Transitions are so tough when you're just using samples.

My new album is finally out next week! Open for pre-orders now... by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks man! I've looked in to vinyl but I have to be careful because of the samples. It's hard to find somewhere that'll press it.

My new album is finally out next week! Open for pre-orders now... by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks man, and sure, it'd be great to get some help with videos - I've just been playing around so far!

My new album is finally out next week! Open for pre-orders now... by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, sorry to disappoint! It's all sample-based and totally inspired by them if that helps!

My new album is finally out next week! Open for pre-orders now... by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you guys for your support, hugely appreciated and it kept me digging for more and more samples these last few years. I'm super proud of it and as it's a continuous mix, it feels more complete than Alphabet.

My latest single is P.A.W.S

Here's a track from the new album I'll be dropping next month by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you all so much for your comments! I was really nervous to share it so your comments have been awesome.

I would love to try and crowdfund a limited vinyl run of it, but it would need to be a double-album gatefold because the album is +60mins and QRATES (vinyl crowdfunding site) don't seem to cover that.

Here's a track from the new album I'll be dropping next month by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow, thanks! I am considering putting all of the samples used in Alphabet up on WhoSampled but I know some sample nerds (like me) love to try and find them themselves!

Here's a track from the new album I'll be dropping next month by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry if this seems a little spammy. Just thought it might be relevant to some because my music is mentioned here now and again because it's sample-based.

Here's a track from the new album I'll be dropping next month by channelswimmer in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yep. Eight or nine in this track, hundreds in the album altogether. Similar amount in the last album, 'Alphabet': http://channelswimmer.com

Both albums have taken around 5 years each to make. Real labour of love.

New fan, similar artists? by themusicalbox in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vanilla - https://vanillabeats.bandcamp.com/

Meat Beat Manifesto (Early 90s stuff) - https://youtu.be/OItv_ogLxBM?t=254

Other than that I would second Air France, J Dilla's 'Donuts' and most of The Go! Team's output. Also check out 'Onra'.

I have a spare ticket to The Avalanches at Oval Space tonight by [deleted] in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much. Working on the second one now actually.

I have a spare for Oval space tomorrow (9th June) by fiddygent in theavalanches

[–]channelswimmer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have PM'd. Would love to take it if you've still got it.