4 Tips GORILLAZ Taught me about music production
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In this week’s episode we take inspiration from Gorillaz, finding out 4 tips from the amazing Damon Albarn - the co-founder and mastermind behind the music and collaborations in the band!
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Join David on the Whisky and Synths channel as he explores four significant lessons learned from Damon Albarn of Gorillaz about music production. With over 15 years of experience and having helped over 500 artists, David shares insights into collaboration, lyric writing, wellness routines, and creating an atmosphere for music-making.
Discover how Albarn’s approach to not being precious about ideas, improvising lyrics, maintaining a balanced lifestyle, and setting the right creative environment can enhance your music production skills.
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00:00 Introduction to Whisky and Synths
00:19 Gorillaz and Music Production
01:28 Collaboration Tips from Damon Albarn
02:33 Lyric Writing Techniques
04:50 Wellness Routine for Music Producers
07:23 Creating the Right Atmosphere
08:34 Conclusion and Community Engagement
Sources
https://amp.theguardian.com/music/2017/apr/30/damon-albarn-and-jamie-hewlett-we-fight-over-everything-gorillaz-humanz-interview
https://www.thefader.com/2023/02/24/damon-albarn-the-fader-interview-feature
https://www.vulture.com/2021/11/damon-albarn-interview-iceland-gorillaz-the-nearer-the-fountain.html
https://www.radiox.co.uk/artists/gorillaz/damon-albarn-talks-cracker-island-collabs-future-band/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDX6l9_58RA