Hey Alex, I enrolled in the EDM Bootcamp a couple of days ago and I gotta say its already helping me a ton! It's provided me with better focus and structure in my songwriting stage as well as new mixing and sound design methods that I didn't know. Thanks a bunch!
@@AlexRomecan you make a video on all the software ?im just gonna start my music production career 😢need a good guidance so that I can become someone in future ❤️
Hey everyone, lately I've been working to transition from doing all 'clickbaity' videos into videos where I pick topics that I feel are important and fundamental to song writing and music production such as the topic I discussed in the video above. I'd love to know your feedback on this video.
Dude, you're sharing so much valuable stuff, i couldn't believe it. I've lost my connection to the magic in producing somehow quite a while ago due to some losses and a rough time, but to see the love and the joy in your eyes when you're talking about how the tiniest details affect you, is absolute amazing
Stay with me. If I was a beginner I would've hated this video. The answer is that there is no answer, and as a beginner, you don't understand that. However, now as a passionate amateur, it really is the truth. You just have to put in your time productively. Plain and simple. Big shouts out to Alex for being real. Love your content.
Alex... all my life I've been banging on to anyone who would listen (not many) that harmony is the core of everything in music. Yes, rhythm is essential. Yes, melodies are the hook. But harmony is what provides the emotion - the tension and release - the weight. Most non-musicians don't understand that, because they don't hear music as rhythm, melody and harmony. They just hear the sound. But anyone writing music REALLY needs to understand this. Harmony is the core.
When the melody follows the chords it sounds good most of the time. What I mean by that is each note of the melody needs to match the same notes being played in the specific chord being played. You don't have to play every note in the chord but at least two of the notes. Then as the chord changes you will be changing the notes of the melody to fit the chord being played. If you play guitar and want to get good at solos just follow the chord progression with the notes.
This video kicks ass and I have been mystified by the harmonies in Language since I started learning to produce 5 years ago. You breaking this down was incredibly helpful. Glad I clicked on this video!
Thank you Alex, this is such a great way to communicate this. I think a layer beyond harmony can be frequencies. Because some of the best ear candy and subtleties are orchestrated along with the harmony. Whether from a mixing / instrumentation perspective, or even venturing away from western 12 tone theory.
Nothing but respect for a man who can produce music listening through 2 frying pans. Jokes aside I love all your videos no matter the subject, I always start songs like that, first the chords, then a melody, and then all the other elements and structure, nice video.
At 4:00 best advice! Keep on writing chords and melodies until you realize that the 1st or the 69th take is the best one. I found myself going with mediocre sounding chords and melodies, building the whole song around that, ending up with having to begin with a new song. It is vital to create a solid foundation, no matter how many takes.
just to say you are my #1 go to reference for music production as it relates to the creative side and you handle it so effortlessly...that being said yes it's a numbers game but i think that in a moment when you create a melody or harmony it kind of has a life of its own...and develops on its own as you add more elements...the first melody has a reason for being and i try to stay true to that first intuition
Basically, this is what Geroge Clinton used to do He would do Jam sessions with different musicians, and singers, then keep what he liked for ONE song, but because he did so many mixes, he was able to put out so many albums from those jam sessions! I used to do the same thing when I used to dj, turntablist style. You freestyle, then for some reason you come up with different patterns that become routines. Next thing you know, you have multiple routines you can do. When I did it at a battle, people lost their minds, but it just came from me freestyling routines after school
Yea, I like the numbers game. I learned that you might be better if you avoid sticking with your first idea every time you start a new song. I think coming up with a lot of ideas gives you a better chance of creating something better.
Alex simply offers the best, easiest to understand and practical information on music production. (.... and I've spent hours and hours watching everyone from &*&$% to (($&&#)! Thanks Alex! Great work!
hey Alex. hope your well. hey I'm really into music and am getting into music production. I'm at a beginner level, but really want to learn how to record and process vocals to make them nice and crisp and to a professional standard id really really appreciate if you made a video about vocals and how to process them. thank you heaps. I'm sure others would really appreciate that video too.
@@AlexRome Yeah facts! Ive been doing rap beats for a few years, but this video inspired me to make an EDM track like the ones in this video, its difficult but very fun!
you know I have never done that just sat and wrote, wrote n wrote always came up with idea, started grabbing a bass, arranging drums 😅, thanks bro, maybe explore the other modes to be a good shout.
Maaan how does he get that sound?? I put some chords into Ableton Lite and I can’t even get the same chords let alone the sound. Like every chord sounds either out of place or happy instead of melancholic like this
@@gaving321 meaning what? like the best option for a DAW? You should get the most professional standard options if you're serious about music production and want a limitless experience... If you just want to mess around and have fun, load up Garageband or something like you're already using.
@@AlexRome nah serious pal, I make decent stuff now , however think I’ll excel on proper software , so what I mean , get the most expensive daw I can buy yeah ?
@@gaving321 well, ableton is the most expensive but it’s no better than logic. Logic is mac only though. Both I’d say are the best options. Fl studio is ok but sound design features in fl studio lacks big time compared to logic and ableton. So if you want to do everything, Logic or ableton are solid choices. May even help to trial them both as they both offer long trial periods.
This is an important part of music, yes, but it's not harmony Those music parts COMPLEMENT each other. Harmony is when multiple notes playing simultaneously sound pleasant because they are from the same chord. The opposite of dissonance. What you're talking about is much broader and can be done in a lot of different ways, not just with chords (like countermelodies, for example)
@@JT-hs6hc Im unsure if youre trying to mock my comment, if you are you kind of miss the point of what i said. EDM producers tend to want quick and easy ways to make music, and often think theory is a waste of time and think theyre better off winging it. and a lot of too much adhd to ever actually sit through a theory lesson. trying to teach theory without letting people know you're teaching them theory is a valid tactic to interest EDM producers. Its kind of like guitarists not wanting to learn sheet music, they want the quick and easy tablature.
I've been inspired by Boywithuke and I am trying to make a whole song by myself, your channel is very helpful. Maybe one day I can release the song (vocals are probably gonna give me the most annoyance)
For anyone watching this video, the creator says that the secret is: harmony between chords and melodies, and in order to find good harmony, all you gotta do is write a bunch of melodies and chords and you may one day find harmony ….saved you 5:53 min of your time 👍
Hey Alex, I enrolled in the EDM Bootcamp a couple of days ago and I gotta say its already helping me a ton! It's provided me with better focus and structure in my songwriting stage as well as new mixing and sound design methods that I didn't know. Thanks a bunch!
Hey thank you for posting this! I am so happy to hear this. Who is this btw? I can't by your stage name.
@@AlexRome I'm Eric Esparza, I'm not sure if it shows my name or just my nickname on the Slack group.
Sounds like you’re 10% better already! 😉 ❤❤❤
@@AlexRomecan you make a video on all the software ?im just gonna start my music production career 😢need a good guidance so that I can become someone in future ❤️
@@AlexRomethere are lots and it’s difficult to understand
Hey everyone, lately I've been working to transition from doing all 'clickbaity' videos into videos where I pick topics that I feel are important and fundamental to song writing and music production such as the topic I discussed in the video above. I'd love to know your feedback on this video.
This video really motivated me to start working on music
Perfect advice and not the run of mill video.
Fyi, deconstruction videos will be helpful too
great video with real insight and well explained , would love more of these, thanks Alex
I just want to say that I learned a lot from this video and you did another great job, but I feel like calling harmony a "secret" is a bit much still.
Love this video! I made a new project where i just write chords and melodies and on my 3rd one I found something I really like!
Dude, you're sharing so much valuable stuff, i couldn't believe it. I've lost my connection to the magic in producing somehow quite a while ago due to some losses and a rough time, but to see the love and the joy in your eyes when you're talking about how the tiniest details affect you, is absolute amazing
Stay with me. If I was a beginner I would've hated this video. The answer is that there is no answer, and as a beginner, you don't understand that. However, now as a passionate amateur, it really is the truth. You just have to put in your time productively. Plain and simple. Big shouts out to Alex for being real. Love your content.
When I heard only half of the Melody of Silhouettes I directly got tears in my eyes :,). Tim was such a great talent.
isn't it beautiful? That melody just brings me back to the good old days.
Alex... all my life I've been banging on to anyone who would listen (not many) that harmony is the core of everything in music. Yes, rhythm is essential. Yes, melodies are the hook. But harmony is what provides the emotion - the tension and release - the weight.
Most non-musicians don't understand that, because they don't hear music as rhythm, melody and harmony. They just hear the sound. But anyone writing music REALLY needs to understand this. Harmony is the core.
When the melody follows the chords it sounds good most of the time. What I mean by that is each note of the melody needs to match the same notes being played in the specific chord being played. You don't have to play every note in the chord but at least two of the notes. Then as the chord changes you will be changing the notes of the melody to fit the chord being played. If you play guitar and want to get good at solos just follow the chord progression with the notes.
amazing, so glad i stumbled on this. thank you.
Alex is amazing!!! SO knowledgeable!!!
I love the way you talk about music
This video kicks ass and I have been mystified by the harmonies in Language since I started learning to produce 5 years ago. You breaking this down was incredibly helpful. Glad I clicked on this video!
Very interesting tutorial
just wanted to say thank you man. you're really helping me up my game lately
Thank you Alex, this is such a great way to communicate this.
I think a layer beyond harmony can be frequencies. Because some of the best ear candy and subtleties are orchestrated along with the harmony. Whether from a mixing / instrumentation perspective, or even venturing away from western 12 tone theory.
Always a great video!
Nothing but respect for a man who can produce music listening through 2 frying pans. Jokes aside I love all your videos no matter the subject, I always start songs like that, first the chords, then a melody, and then all the other elements and structure, nice video.
Alex ur absolutely my professor in my own practice, ur a beast thx so much man
Thanks man alot! I know i am late at watching this but i really am grateful for you teaching us this
At 4:00 best advice! Keep on writing chords and melodies until you realize that the 1st or the 69th take is the best one. I found myself going with mediocre sounding chords and melodies, building the whole song around that, ending up with having to begin with a new song. It is vital to create a solid foundation, no matter how many takes.
Hey Alex, Amazing advice as usual brother!
Thank you Rome
I consider Alex my EDM coach. His videos are helping me a lot with my EDM production.
amazing, thank you, Alex 🙏🏼🙏🏼
thanks broski. that first one was so good
Great video, Thanks!
just to say you are my #1 go to reference for music production as it relates to the creative side and you handle it so effortlessly...that being said yes it's a numbers game but i think that in a moment when you create a melody or harmony it kind of has a life of its own...and develops on its own as you add more elements...the first melody has a reason for being and i try to stay true to that first intuition
Thank you Alex for your support 🙌🙌🎶🎶❤👍
Don't why I haven't already subscribed to Mr Rome's Supremely excellent channel. I've leant such fab stuff! THANKS!
Thank you for what you are doing for real, thank you, you have a good sole
Basically, this is what Geroge Clinton used to do
He would do Jam sessions with different musicians, and singers, then keep what he liked for ONE song, but because he did so many mixes, he was able to put out so many albums from those jam sessions!
I used to do the same thing when I used to dj, turntablist style. You freestyle, then for some reason you come up with different patterns that become routines. Next thing you know, you have multiple routines you can do. When I did it at a battle, people lost their minds, but it just came from me freestyling routines after school
Yea, I like the numbers game. I learned that you might be better if you avoid sticking with your first idea every time you start a new song. I think coming up with a lot of ideas gives you a better chance of creating something better.
Big ups from a Porter stan. 😁
Lets goooo
Your tips are gold.
Great video! Your videos are very helpful and inspirational!
Amazing videos as always❤❤
Thanks for this sir...❤❤❤
I love the cords and melody from Sons Of Maria: Leave you Alone. Which sounds amazing like this video.
Thanks for this Alex, very helpful to me, thank you sir.
04:28 That first chord reminded me of DJ Khalid's 'God Did'. I actually said, "It breaks my heart" after it hit.😅 Amazing stuff you teach us here man.
THEY AINT BELIEVE IN US! GOD DIIIIID!!!
Love this guy!
Really really thanks😊
I love Language! Thanks for the tips
u r amazing music producer bro
Umair from Pakistan
love your tutorials
Great videos Alex. Very pratical information. Saving up for your course. 🔥
you are the best!
Good advices💪
I get shivers everytime I hear Language :D
I loooove these advices 🖤🖤🖤
Just found your channel, But amazing explanation!
Great job on this video✅
Alex simply offers the best, easiest to understand and practical information on music production. (.... and I've spent hours and hours watching everyone from &*&$% to (($&&#)! Thanks Alex! Great work!
Hi Alex!!
Amazing. 00:48 Where can I get these presets?
thanks bro
hey Alex. hope your well. hey I'm really into music and am getting into music production. I'm at a beginner level, but really want to learn how to record and process vocals to make them nice and crisp and to a professional standard id really really appreciate if you made a video about vocals and how to process them. thank you heaps. I'm sure others would really appreciate that video too.
I'm a beginner too :)
Man the sound of those chords and melody is incredible! Is that an effect? A synth? I cant find anything like it in Ableton
You should also show what synth you're using?
I GOT SO EXCITED HEARING PORTER ROBINSON
Does anyone know what instruments he’s using in the conclusion? I like the sounds and I would love to use them.
At 2:53 , that Chord progression literally made me gasp like what???? It has no right to sound that good.
Haha! That’s the power of really simple chords in the minor scale.
@@AlexRome At 2:53 minor, not major?
@@AlexRome Yeah facts! Ive been doing rap beats for a few years, but this video inspired me to make an EDM track like the ones in this video, its difficult but very fun!
How come I prefer the sound of a chord without the middle note? Especially with the guitar midi?
Those are the most extreme headphones I’ve ever seen
you know I have never done that just sat and wrote, wrote n wrote always came up with idea, started grabbing a bass, arranging drums 😅, thanks bro, maybe explore the other modes to be a good shout.
Thanx bro...
can you do some uplifting trance melodys alex in style of bryan kearney please i can never seem to get the patterns rite
thank u baldie
Hi Alex!
80 % work 20% study
Bro where can i listen to your music? I cant find it anywhere
Maaan how does he get that sound?? I put some chords into Ableton Lite and I can’t even get the same chords let alone the sound. Like every chord sounds either out of place or happy instead of melancholic like this
Okay so the chords are written, does the melody have to be in the same key ?
Great examples. Silhouettes and Language hit so hard when you created the full “harmony” 🥲
thx broo
What would
You advise on someone first starting out what to buy etc , I can make music but I use korg gadget on switch lol
Get a daw on your computer and a pair of headphones. Either Logic Pro, ableton, or fl studio are good options.
@@AlexRome thanks bro , do I need to get the best options available?
@@gaving321 meaning what? like the best option for a DAW? You should get the most professional standard options if you're serious about music production and want a limitless experience... If you just want to mess around and have fun, load up Garageband or something like you're already using.
@@AlexRome nah serious pal, I make decent stuff now , however think I’ll excel on proper software , so what I mean , get the most expensive daw I can buy yeah ?
@@gaving321 well, ableton is the most expensive but it’s no better than logic. Logic is mac only though. Both I’d say are the best options. Fl studio is ok but sound design features in fl studio lacks big time compared to logic and ableton. So if you want to do everything, Logic or ableton are solid choices. May even help to trial them both as they both offer long trial periods.
Would give my right arm for Alex to switch to Ableton.
Yo Alex! What plugins are your go to in order to get a beautiful drone like the one you used in this video?
Which programm are you using?
Does anyone know what software he uses
This is an important part of music, yes, but it's not harmony
Those music parts COMPLEMENT each other. Harmony is when multiple notes playing simultaneously sound pleasant because they are from the same chord. The opposite of dissonance.
What you're talking about is much broader and can be done in a lot of different ways, not just with chords (like countermelodies, for example)
YESSIR
What piano do u use?
Its absolutely hilarious how the words "music theory" werent spoken once in this video because its a boogeyman to EDM producers LMAO
the concept of "harmony" (one of the most fundamental concepts of all of music) is kept hidden by those darn music theorists! LMAOOOOO
@@JT-hs6hc Im unsure if youre trying to mock my comment, if you are you kind of miss the point of what i said. EDM producers tend to want quick and easy ways to make music, and often think theory is a waste of time and think theyre better off winging it. and a lot of too much adhd to ever actually sit through a theory lesson. trying to teach theory without letting people know you're teaching them theory is a valid tactic to interest EDM producers. Its kind of like guitarists not wanting to learn sheet music, they want the quick and easy tablature.
Agreed. Personally I think edm could be made a lot better if the artist pays attention to theory
Well, David did say there was a secret chord that pleased the Lord....😂
after clicking the button which says apply to the bootcamp, typeform says I can't access this typeform until its creator says so. what should i do
Hmm. Let me check this out.
@@AlexRome thanks, it's accessible now
I've been inspired by Boywithuke and I am trying to make a whole song by myself, your channel is very helpful. Maybe one day I can release the song (vocals are probably gonna give me the most annoyance)
Hey, what's the name of that program you're using there?
Hey man, that's Logic Pro.
4:55… sheeeesh, write an album in a week… why not?? 😅
Bros casually wearning headphones 2.5x the price of my entire setup 💀
wheres mashbit at? das ya homie or something? i sense a connection between you two.
For anyone watching this video, the creator says that the secret is: harmony between chords and melodies, and in order to find good harmony, all you gotta do is write a bunch of melodies and chords and you may one day find harmony ….saved you 5:53 min of your time 👍
Hi my friend
Facebook is so lame it will mute those examples melody from other songs
Bro said how to know the secret is to get good pretty much
why ma man got frying pans on ears?
20% better neck strength
you could play megamind in a live action megamind
😲
Not really sure harmony is defined that way.... harmony is about chords, melody + harmony + rhythm = music... no?
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I usually like your videos but this one to me feels like just saying "get good". However your other videos that I've seen have been very helpfull
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