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For this FAWM I wanted to challenge myself to write 14 songs in one session, using a small portable musical instrument that I've been using more and more: the OP-Z. The OP-Z is a drum machine, sampler, sequencer and synthesizer the size of a TV remote control, and I love how it enables me to quickly sketch out song ideas and write full productions.
In addition to the OP-Z, I also used a Korg "mini kaoss pad 2S" to add some effects to the OP-Z, including reverb, filters, and distortion. During January I practiced with the OP-Z and the Korg, trying to make at least a song per day.
I used Titular (http://muse.fawm.org/titular) to generate the titles for the songs, and it really helped my creative process since I tried to interpret the seemingly random titles. For "Tuesday you escape unreleased" I wanted to give a sense of freedom.
I livestreamed my session to YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YnyxxMnXpA) in case anyone is interested in seeing the workflow with the OP-Z.
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I like how it winds and shifts. It’s uplifting and opening
Sounding very polished. Pretty ARP and lovely feel. Nice work!
14 songs in one go is really ambitious! This is a really nice track, I love the melody and the sounds here. The addition keyboards around 2 minutes in keep it interesting! I love the vibe of this.
ooooh the reverb! ( I love a good reverb!) love how the pads slowly rise and fall.
yesss i love the arpeggiation; so bright and cheery! 😁
So airy and expansive, with those delicate low notes providing just enough ground. Nice work evoking a sense of freedom. Feels like flying.
This is really cool. Love that full bass tone. I feel like this should be on the Drive soundtrack!
Those arpeggios are really nice. And then when the bass comes in it's just the right sound at the right time. The sounds are really bright and interesting. Good jam!
I love love love arpeggios so I was instantly hooked. the sounds are also beautiful, they have Vangelis scent, which always bring back childhood memories. this is the kind of "roots" electronica I love, because it's unapologetic synthesized. Kudos!
I love this!