You are the most relatable TH-cam musician I have found. Like you, I work a full-time day job while creating music. And like you, sometimes ideas get delayed or side-tracked because of work and life. But I still have the intrinsic desire to keep going and keep creating, and that's what I'll do even if my output isn't exactly linear and consistent. You inspire me - and this song turned out amazing 🙌
Nice, you‘re focussing more on the process rather than focussing on namedropping fancy plugin after fancy plugin. You remind us that music making is a creative adventure with undefined outcome… and that‘s where the joy lies. Thanks!
@@mn23122 sure do! I think that's probably what has helped the most. Drums are arguably my favorite instrument to play next to guitar. I think to effectively learn how to keyboard drum, you have to know how a drummer plays if that makes sense.
it's so kind of you to show the hard and frustrating parts of the process. a nice reminder that this are somethings that sometimes will happen and it's ok.
Man, I think everybody can relate to not working on a project for several weeks because of life getting in the way. At least I can and it's honestly the worst haha. Thanks again for being so open and honest. Makes for a much better transition than anything else imo. And the song turned out great. That's all that matters. Can't wait for the next video!
Bro I have been here since 1k, I’m glad to see your channel growing. The way you do videos is such a unique way compared to the standard, “ let’s make a song videos”. Keep it up🫡
genuinely loved this, i just started dipping my toes into what making music looks like and not only was this insightful but i love the song too!!! loved this!
This is one of my favorite channels on TH-cam. thanks for sharing the whole process, highs and lows. Your perspective on bouncing back from setbacks is something I really needed to hear.
that means the world to hear. I used to do music full time, fell out of love with it, not I just create to show others how to create what they love, and love what they create. I'm happy to get to do what I do now :)
Your content is incredible. I always look forward to your videos. One of the few producer channels that the songs are actually enjoyable. Keep up the great stuff
i'm so glad i found your channel! thank you for showing the frustrating parts. i felt like i was hitting a lot of walls that other producers weren't facing because of my inexperience. it's reassuring to know that the creative process is like this for everyone sometimes. you are an inspiration!
Mate, I’m probably around subscriber #9150 but I’m so glad to have found your channel, you’re a natural story teller and I’m here for it. Keep going brother ✌️
That's a good question. I used to do music full time, I was a touring musician for 10+ years. I got completely burnt out of it, fell out of love, and decided that I just wanted a normal day job for a while. In that time, I got married, bought a house, got a few dogs, and started discovering myself again. I decided to start making TH-cam videos of me just creating, and fell in love with that. All I want to do is to show others the joys of creating (hence the title of these videos). So to me, it doesn't matter whether or not myself or someone else has a full time job, is a freelancer, or does music full time, what matters is that no matter their situation they find a way to make time for creating. That's all that matters.
By far one of my favorite TH-camrs out there. Love your vids so much. I always find myself doing too much, or focusing too heavily on one thing, and I love how simple you make the process look. Thank you for making these✌️
Hey dude thanks for making these videos super encouraging to watch. I love learning some producing techniques while in a really chill setting. Your awesome thank you for making awesome videos keep it up!
Your indie vids always inspire me. Must watch as soon as they drop! Cuz I'm always working on writing songs so your content is literally perfect for what I'm doing. Thanks man! Keep it up 🍻
Great Video!! I also just discovered the "bridge muting technique" by using a (loose) hairband between the strings and pushing it closer to the bridge. works better than a cable because it lets the strings ring out a bit more. Big fan of your work man! Keep it up
@@TrevBarnes yeah that's what happened with me too hahaha. Just saw my gf's hairband on my desk and it worked like a charm (+ it adds great style to the guitar hahaha)
Love your videos man, they’re really inspiring - especially the bit about breaks and such, I usually pick up my phone but I love meditation and breath work and the idea of using that as my breaks makes a lot of sense. Also - what are you using for that distorted electric guitar? Great sound!
Thank you so much! And yeah, I don't know how I'd ever create without focusing on meditation and breath work, it's vital to what I do. And for the distorted guitar I'm using all stock Logic Pro sounds. It's pretty much the default british amp drenched in reverb.
They kind of just come to me like intuition. I've asked this question many times to producers way ahead of me, and they all have the same answer: Through familiarity of your process, your tools, and by being consistent, you build a creative muscle and develop a creative intuition.
Fun little Logic Pro tip! Logic is actually ALWAYS recording. I can't remember the command off the top of my head...though I think it is (Shift + R). Try it next time you forget to press record...it should bring up the last thing you were playing, may save you next time @10:18 happens! 🤘 Edit: Just realized you meant you didn't press record on the camera! haha! That is a familiar bummer that unfortunately doesn't have a command. 😅
First of all, I didn’t know that! I knew Ableton always records, but that’s very helpful for the future! And yeah, it happens (in the new video as well lol)
I totally heard Pumkins 1979 but that quickly went away in the mix. I cant hear the shakers or tambourine at all. I played way too many gigs with no earplugs. Too late now. It sounds very Wilco.. Thats a good thing. If you dig Wilco.
I love Wilco. The reason you don’t hear those elements is because I didn’t want them to stand out, rather be a subtle texture, so they’re buried, but they are there
I don't believe one is better than the other, it's all by scenario. There shouldn't ever be a standard in my opinion. I don't think it matters too much, as long is it aligns with your preference
When you first came in with that clean electric tone that sounded so good, everything you were adding sounded so good here. Quick question, when you show us the clips of you recording, is the audio live and raw or are you overdubbing the processed/mixed version of your recordings? I only ask because it just sounds so high quality and I wonder how you get such nice recording sounds.
Thank you! The clips of the recording are all live. I use OBS to basically record everything (camera, voiceover, DAW). Essentially, it's a direct output from my DAW as I'm recording.
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The bit you said sounded like Creed sounded more like the opening to Everlong to me. Cool video.
You are the most relatable TH-cam musician I have found. Like you, I work a full-time day job while creating music. And like you, sometimes ideas get delayed or side-tracked because of work and life. But I still have the intrinsic desire to keep going and keep creating, and that's what I'll do even if my output isn't exactly linear and consistent. You inspire me - and this song turned out amazing 🙌
That's incredibly touching to hear. Thank you so much!
Nice, you‘re focussing more on the process rather than focussing on namedropping fancy plugin after fancy plugin. You remind us that music making is a creative adventure with undefined outcome… and that‘s where the joy lies. Thanks!
You 100% get it my friend
Dude how did you get so good at midi drums???
practice, practice, practice
@@TrevBarnes do you know how to play real drums?
@@mn23122 sure do! I think that's probably what has helped the most. Drums are arguably my favorite instrument to play next to guitar. I think to effectively learn how to keyboard drum, you have to know how a drummer plays if that makes sense.
@@TrevBarnes It does. Great drumming.
Wake up yall, new trev just dropped
6:35 Spitfire Audio have been my favourite plugin company since I found LABS - Soft Piano in 2022, haven't made a song without it since lol
it's so kind of you to show the hard and frustrating parts of the process. a nice reminder that this are somethings that sometimes will happen and it's ok.
Contemporary christian worship band vibes tbh
I was thinking that too when I was making it lol
That initial riff is like And Your Bird Can Sing
Man, I think everybody can relate to not working on a project for several weeks because of life getting in the way. At least I can and it's honestly the worst haha. Thanks again for being so open and honest. Makes for a much better transition than anything else imo. And the song turned out great. That's all that matters. Can't wait for the next video!
Glad people are catching on! You're channel and videos are super inspiring ! Keep it up!
that means the world to me, thank you!
Please Trev 🙏 never stop doing this! Can't thank you enough for all the inspiration you give❤
I can’t thank YOU enough for inspiring me to
this is amazing! release this please 😢
Man... that was incredible! Amazing production, Trev! 👌
Thanks a ton!
Thank you so much for this video!
And thanks for the part about mixing and mastering! :)
Thank you so much for watching!
Bro I have been here since 1k, I’m glad to see your channel growing. The way you do videos is such a unique way compared to the standard, “ let’s make a song videos”. Keep it up🫡
i truly appreciate that, thank you!
happy friday we got a new trev barnes video 🙌
This track has so much life in it, it’s wildly inspirational. I loved seeing your process - definitely gonna try stacking drums the way you do
Bro you should definitely do a tutorial video on midi drum programming. please. Its too good.
Happy to see your channel growing.
Really enjoyed this video
genuinely loved this, i just started dipping my toes into what making music looks like and not only was this insightful but i love the song too!!! loved this!
So good! Worth subscribing❤
LOVED the storytelling component to this video! Catching the moments where you hit walls, got stuck and things broke pulled me right in. More of that!
Well don’t worry, because next video is also full of technical problems lmfao
This is one of my favorite channels on TH-cam. thanks for sharing the whole process, highs and lows. Your perspective on bouncing back from setbacks is something I really needed to hear.
I appreciate that!
Happy to SEE You again Trev thanks 🙌🏽 saludos desde México 🇲🇽
funny how you say you just powered through this one but this one might just be my fave from you so far!
Thank you so much!
Love seeing a new Trev Barnes video pop up!
I loved the American Football vibes in this one, could be one of my favorites form you!! ❤❤❤
2k subs in 20 days! You deserve to be doing music full time
that means the world to hear. I used to do music full time, fell out of love with it, not I just create to show others how to create what they love, and love what they create. I'm happy to get to do what I do now :)
Your content is incredible. I always look forward to your videos. One of the few producer channels that the songs are actually enjoyable. Keep up the great stuff
Another amazing song Trev! One of my favourites from you, and congrats on 10K 🎉 One of the most deserving channels on this platform 😁
Dan, you're too kind. Thank you so much my friend
i'm so glad i found your channel! thank you for showing the frustrating parts. i felt like i was hitting a lot of walls that other producers weren't facing because of my inexperience. it's reassuring to know that the creative process is like this for everyone sometimes. you are an inspiration!
Hearing this means a lot! Thanks for your openness and perspective. All the best my friend
I'm literally learning all my producing skills from ur videos man, keep dropping these gems bro it's a gift to the world!!!
This is insane!!! I've beening looking for producers to learn from and watch create music in logic for a minute now. So inspiring! Definetly subbing
You’re too kind, thank you
Been watching you for a pretty long time now. Beautiful work mate.
Thanks for being apart of the journey!
Mate, I’m probably around subscriber #9150 but I’m so glad to have found your channel, you’re a natural story teller and I’m here for it. Keep going brother ✌️
Whether you were first or 9150, I appreciate the kindness and you being apart of the journey
you should put this on spotify!
Love these type of Videos! Would love to see more! Its perfect for that late Fall Evenings
How come you are so good and you have a full time job! That’s amazing and curious about your journey
That's a good question. I used to do music full time, I was a touring musician for 10+ years. I got completely burnt out of it, fell out of love, and decided that I just wanted a normal day job for a while. In that time, I got married, bought a house, got a few dogs, and started discovering myself again. I decided to start making TH-cam videos of me just creating, and fell in love with that.
All I want to do is to show others the joys of creating (hence the title of these videos). So to me, it doesn't matter whether or not myself or someone else has a full time job, is a freelancer, or does music full time, what matters is that no matter their situation they find a way to make time for creating. That's all that matters.
good one brotha. reminds me of The Brook and The Bluff.
I've been wanting to start a music channel documenting my creation like this; thank you for the inspiration!!!
Loved the song, Trev! 🙌🏻 No hurricane can stop you!
Congrats on the 10k subs, well deserved!
thank you so much!
By far one of my favorite TH-camrs out there. Love your vids so much. I always find myself doing too much, or focusing too heavily on one thing, and I love how simple you make the process look. Thank you for making these✌️
I appreciate hearing that! That's all I ever want to do.
Amazing.
sounds like the backseat lovers to me. keep it up bro!!
You seem like a really nice person. And are awesome! Great Content!! Keep going!! And ps I love the guitar collection!
That’s so kind of you to say, thank you!
Love your videos man, so inspiring and so well made
I appreciate that!
the initial riff made me think of never meant
IM A BEGINNER, AND FOR YOU A NEW SUBSCRIBER. LOVING AND LEARNING ALOT FROM YOUR CONTENT.🙏
I appreciate hearing that!
Great video as always! For the rubber bridge sound you can also get a rubber band and wrap it around the strings it works great in my experience
That was my go to, but believe it or not I had no rubber bands in my home lol
@@TrevBarnesI’ve actually had a hard time finding them as well, a lot less common than you might think!
beautiful mateee
Nearly 12k now! Congrats dude
Your videos are very inspirational. Thanks for doing this.
that's really awesome Trev! I just read that book for the second time!
Hey dude thanks for making these videos super encouraging to watch. I love learning some producing techniques while in a really chill setting. Your awesome thank you for making awesome videos keep it up!
Too kind, thank you!
Es demasiado demasiado buena la cancion bro
Had a few of your videos pop up lately, and this is wonderful! Amazing video!
Your indie vids always inspire me. Must watch as soon as they drop! Cuz I'm always working on writing songs so your content is literally perfect for what I'm doing. Thanks man! Keep it up 🍻
I have just found your channel. Your videos are really inspiring! Keep it up!🎶
Thank you so much!
sounds so gooooood
Great work!
banger! love the proces and the endresult
Really good!!
Thanks!
I feel your disappointment but I loved it! It grows on you and they can be the best ones 🙏🏻
Amazing!!! ❤❤❤
you're too good at drums trev. good vid :)
You’re too kind
Love it!
Hemano tu contenido es increíble y muy inspirador para los que les gusta la producción, te mereces seguir creciendo🙌 saludos desde Argentina
¡Muchísimas gracias!
Folky American Football is the perfect name for the session hahah! Great video and song dude!
Great Video!! I also just discovered the "bridge muting technique" by using a (loose) hairband between the strings and pushing it closer to the bridge. works better than a cable because it lets the strings ring out a bit more. Big fan of your work man! Keep it up
Lol that would've definitely worked better. I just looked around my office and grabbed the first thing I thought could work
@@TrevBarnes yeah that's what happened with me too hahaha. Just saw my gf's hairband on my desk and it worked like a charm (+ it adds great style to the guitar hahaha)
NEED d4vd type song ASAP….
great video, i love your videos. Keep going ;)
Me gusto la cancion
this is incredible holy
i love the iphone cable 😂
this is fire 🔥
Love your videos man, they’re really inspiring - especially the bit about breaks and such, I usually pick up my phone but I love meditation and breath work and the idea of using that as my breaks makes a lot of sense.
Also - what are you using for that distorted electric guitar? Great sound!
Thank you so much! And yeah, I don't know how I'd ever create without focusing on meditation and breath work, it's vital to what I do.
And for the distorted guitar I'm using all stock Logic Pro sounds. It's pretty much the default british amp drenched in reverb.
sick! 👍
post-rock goodness
Awesome bro, just wondering how come you come across all of those ideas
They kind of just come to me like intuition. I've asked this question many times to producers way ahead of me, and they all have the same answer: Through familiarity of your process, your tools, and by being consistent, you build a creative muscle and develop a creative intuition.
Brother, try to produce like Kody Ryan, it would be interesting to see someone producing a beautiful sound like his
What drum vst did you use for this?
EZ Drummer 3's Tight Room Kit
this kinda sounds like a pinegrove song minus the vocals but evan stephens hall has a pretty unique writing and singing style imo
Fun little Logic Pro tip! Logic is actually ALWAYS recording. I can't remember the command off the top of my head...though I think it is (Shift + R). Try it next time you forget to press record...it should bring up the last thing you were playing, may save you next time @10:18 happens! 🤘
Edit: Just realized you meant you didn't press record on the camera! haha! That is a familiar bummer that unfortunately doesn't have a command. 😅
First of all, I didn’t know that! I knew Ableton always records, but that’s very helpful for the future! And yeah, it happens (in the new video as well lol)
@@TrevBarnesYou are killing it though man! Keep up the great work and congrats on the now 12k subs!
@@WestonWoodfin I really appreciate that! Thank you
I did not know this either! Thanks for the tip!
man I need to know what midi samples you're using. The combo kick/snare sound sooo good.
It's all done with EZ Drummer 3 my dude!
@@TrevBarnes Thanks for sharing it!
This is great! What is your day job?
Thank you so much. I work in marketing
You can’t just drop the finger drumming on us like that like it’s nothing
It’s all cgi, it’s not real
I really liked the sound you got around 17:40, which Originals library were you using??
Thanks! It's the cinematic pads library
legend❤
great stuff! what sample pack did you use for the drum sounds?
It’s EZ Drummer 3’s Tight Room Kit with a few samples swapped around
What midi drums are you using? They sound great!
Thanks! Its EZ Drummer 3’s Tight Room kit
what'd you use for your lofi and hifi drums.
Happy to see you post!
I totally heard Pumkins 1979 but that quickly went away in the mix. I cant hear the shakers or tambourine at all. I played way too many gigs with no earplugs. Too late now. It sounds very Wilco.. Thats a good thing. If you dig Wilco.
I love Wilco. The reason you don’t hear those elements is because I didn’t want them to stand out, rather be a subtle texture, so they’re buried, but they are there
I won’t be this good for a long time but I’m having fun anyways :)
Having fun is all that matters. Create what you love, and move what you create my friend.
Why using dynamic micophones for guitar recording....its best for guitar recording instead od condensor microphone
I don't believe one is better than the other, it's all by scenario. There shouldn't ever be a standard in my opinion. I don't think it matters too much, as long is it aligns with your preference
what drums are u using bro???
Hey there! Its EZ Drummer 3’s Tight room Kit
kinda sounds like a d4vd song tbh
Any way you could post your EZDrummer3 preset somewhere?
I'll consider it, ideally I want to eventually release a "templates" pack for FAQ's with my videos.
When you first came in with that clean electric tone that sounded so good, everything you were adding sounded so good here. Quick question, when you show us the clips of you recording, is the audio live and raw or are you overdubbing the processed/mixed version of your recordings? I only ask because it just sounds so high quality and I wonder how you get such nice recording sounds.
Thank you! The clips of the recording are all live. I use OBS to basically record everything (camera, voiceover, DAW). Essentially, it's a direct output from my DAW as I'm recording.
@@TrevBarnes Wow that's great. Thank you for the quick reply and congrats on 12k! It's well deserved, great content 🙏
@@derberry4445 You're the best, thanks!