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Part 2 of "Track Origins" - including chord break down, DIY & found sound kits, synth reveal, MPC beats, and mention of the lyrical intent behind "The Embrace". Huge thank you to Tim (AKA TJ Allen) for his help in the development (including the hoofingly powerful breakdown section, which I'd included in this video but the camera switched off :-( ...), Alex Thomas who played some lovely drums, and my sister Helen for being part of the inspiration for this song. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:54 - Chord progression breakdown 03:36 - Vocal melody (M8) 03:55 - Beats (found sound & drum machines) 05:58 - Acoustic drums & prepared piano 07:07 - Synths 08:00 - Piano 08:45 - DIY Mellotron Choir & Embellishments Feel free to make any requests or suggestions ☺️ / hazelmills http://www.tiktok.com/hazelmills http://hazelmills.bandcamp.com http://www.hazelmills.com #creativeprocess #musiqueconcrete #foundsound #synthesizer #sounddesign #musicproduction #ableton #abletonlive #drumrack #kontakt
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