This video was truly great. I don't even use Ableton that much. I used to have a Push 2 and ended up selling it due to not using it. I use Ableton more now than I used to and have been leaning towards getting another Push and actually learning it. What I didn't expect when I came into this video was the amazing almost existential ideas you laid out and the awesome focus on mindset and the true purpose of a musician or composer/producer. Thank you for doing this. Subbed
I had the unique pleasure of meeting a neighbor of my college roommate, who worked at Electric Lady land studios. He said something that resonates with me to this day : 'Hendrix records sound the way they do because he saw the studio as an instrument, and we producers as equal members of his band.' Electric lady Land is basically within all of our grasp now, if you can handle that level of musical freedom Then the Sky's the limit
What's up everyone... this video has been over 3 months in the making.... during that period I was in hospital for 2 weeks with Meningitis and shortly after that my second daughter was born... so after a lot of blood, sweat and tears I present you with my latest video... Enjoy, PUSH4life
Thanks man. Just started watching. I have to say the intro is peculiar. But!!! ...in a super refreshing way. :). Thanks again for your hard work here and congrats on #2!
This is hands down the most motivating, honest, & holistic video about music production and ableton I have ever seen! Your ideas mentioned here are so critical to remember and to practice. It's easy to relate to the pitfalls we all face as artists, and you've eloquently touched on the heart of those creative issues. Thanks so much man, I'm feeling super inspired & grateful!
This video is possibly the best thing I've come across in a very long time. The reason I want to make music is to express my thoughts, feelings, and my soul. Thank you for that reminder! Before I watched your video, I was more focused on getting the right gear, but now I have gained such clarity as to what is really important and my WHY behind making music 💗
As someone that has been sampling since the 80s and only had my Push for 4 months, this video felt very personal. It's a joy to play and such an open door to walk through over and over again. Great video, man.
This was extremely well put together and inspirational. Thank you for that! I'm a complete beginner in the field starting only a couple of month back with the novation circuit and I've been contemplating how to "advance" ever since i felt "held back" with it. I keep hearing the limitations are what unlocks my creativity and i get that. But i quickly got to a point where i have ideas in my head, that i simply can not realise with the circuit from a technical standpoint and where there also isn't like a creative way to surpass that in any form (i.e. stacking more sounds/tracks, sustaining notes over one bar, etc.). So now i'm at the point where i try to figure out what is the most logical way for me to progress. Software in theory does everything, but i hate using it. Push seems to give me that hands on experience i know and love from the circuit, but together with the standard suite sets me back about 1000€. The alternative would only be adding hardware synths and drum machines over time, but i don't have much space for that. Plus the better ones quickly ramp up in price as well. As i write this comment i realise, i'm more or less writing this for myself trying to figure out what to do. 1000€ to me is a lot of money. Voice of reasons says i should act my age and save my money for more "important" things like cars and new dishwashers n shit. But my inner child says it wants a push and it wants it NOW.... God it's fucking hard to be immature sometimes...
I hear ya.... gear is expensive but is also worth it when it comes to something like PUSH... just get anything important that you need first and once you can buy it without feeling irresponsible JUST DO IT ;)
Thx man - i went ahead and did it anyway. Money's for spending, right? *cough* :D Can't say i regret it though. It's most certainly like going from a bike to a ferrari, which makes it all the more worth - just have to not let myself get overwhelmed and do the 80/20 thing. ;D I mean i was able to put together my first arranged song within 2 days, that - despite the obvious fact that i'm a beginner - i actually was quite happy how it turned out, so i'm having fun. :D soundcloud.com/camokazee/summersault-03
Your words resonated with me and you give off a very genuine vibe. I feel like this video may have found me at a synchronous time.. On a personal note, from one father to another, I wanted to say congratulations on your new arrival and I'm very happy that you're physically healthy to usher in this new life!
Important things first. Congrats on your second daughter. I wish you and your family an abundance of health of health & happiness. I recently stumbled on one of your technical videos, was blown away, and subscribed immediately to your channel. I got very lucky finding your channel because this was the second video I watched and is hands down one of the top (in my opinion of course) videos I have ever watched because it doesn't focus on a specific technical skills, but all the little things that if followed as suggested, will create a powerful synergy that will allow you to learn quicker, which in turn boasts your confidence, which motivates me to keep learning. If you keep this cycle going, it is only a matter of time before you sit back and realize how far you have come from day one. I believe the best advice you gave which everyone really needs to grasp is thinking the next VST or controller will improve your creativity. I made the mistake of buying too much gear when I first started building my Ableton studio about 1 1/2 ago. It backfired because I was so overwhelmed, it took the fun away from practicing because I wasn't able to focus on one controller or Ableton because of all the VSTs I purchased and progress came to a halt.. I take a 2-hour private online lessons every week from an Ableton certified instructor using Skype and screen sharing software. Ironically he said, for next 3 months, the only tool you will be using is Push 2 and Ableton Live Suite. He had me use Push 2 on our last lesson for 90% of the commands that would have normally been done with a mouse & keyboard. I was amazed at the power of Push 2. This video validated everything my mentor said and should be watched by any aspiring producer and musician regardless of their DAW of choice. As a musician, (guitarist for 40 years) there really is no better DAW to unleash creativity then using Ableton when recording ideas using Session View and ability to use this DAW in a live setup in so many different ways to fit your stye of music. This works because of the tight integration of Push 2 and Ableton. Thanks again for making these excellent videos and sharing them with the world. I realize how time consuming this is for you and I am a person who values time more than money because you can't get time back once it's gone. It always humbles me when a person like yourself is genuinely sincere about helping other people develop new skills. I look forward to watching all your videos. Thanks again for the wisdom. Greatly appreciated.
HI Bob, thanks so much for your very thoughtful comment... it is people like yourself who end up inspiring me to make new videos as it is very important for me to pass on the flame to other people just like the flame was passed on to me back in the day from my mentors... and I too agree that ableton live and push are the best thing since sliced bread LOL! I am actually in the middle of putting together a full blown course on beginners finger drumming using PUSH 2 - you might want to check it out... I hope for it to be available in 2 - 3 months if all goes according to plan... (it never does HAHA!)... all the best for now, PUSH4life
This is exactly what I needed to hear right now. I bought the Push 2 a couple months ago, and I have definitely been feeling myself reaching a plateau of skill. It never occurred to me to focus on hard skills before soft skills - I thought they came at the same time when you start playing enough haha. Thanks, keep making quality videos!
I got a new Ableton push today along with a bit of background knowledge of ableton that I've been working on for a few years. This video, I must say, has been one of the biggest inspirations I have seen so far. Thank you Eshan and I look forward to the future and tapping in to my creativity.
Exactly last night I was sitting over a beat and messing around with modulations, not coming to a satisfying result after hours. Most of it you say is subconsciously known and with your lecture perfectly brought back into awareness. Thank you for this enlightening gem!
Thanks for sharing this important perspective! What motivates me most is that every new day is litterally a new, white canvas that is inviting me to be creative and create sounds and music never heard before.
Love your deeper thinking. I’m inspired by the proposition you offered, strip back the constituent elements, practice and refine one’s skills to enable creativity and use available tools to convey our message to the wider world. You are inspiring! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much new Dad! Congratulations on your new child and hope you are felling better. I happened on your video by chance and I believe God directed me to touch certain keys to find your video. I appreciate your time and well wishes for all of us that are going and trying to learn our new abelton. I'm it when I get home. God bless you and thank you
I really bloody enjoyed this! I just bought my Push 2 a couple of days ago and I'm shook at the amount of creativity that is at your fingertips. Some solid advice. Thank you for making this video dude. Stay hungry, stay focused!
THANK YOU SO MUCH YOU JUST GIVE MORE POWER TO CONTINUE AND DEVELOP... AS DANCE TACHER I REPEAT THAT TO MY STUDENT BUT ITS ALWAYS HARD TO HEAR THOSE TYPE OF ADVICE FOR YOURSELF ESPECIALLY WHEN IT S FOR ANOTHER BRANCH OF THE ART TREE.... THANK YOU AND ITS REALLY WELL EXPLAIN....
Great video! Nicely written, clear animations and concise graphics. Just watched this at a time when I'm getting stuck in "creative paralysis" because of too many pieces of hardware, too many VST plugins and sound clips, too many creative ideas, yet so little time to learn them all to a practical level that will enable me to execute and complete a single creative idea. You certainly nailed it on everything!
Thanks a lot... my advice would be to pick a couple of your favorite pieces of software and or hardware and go DEEP on them... instead of staying on a superficial level with everything else... you will go further in much less time that way... and you will also most likely be able to apply the new skills you develop that way to all the other equipment you have ;)
I recently bought my Ableton Push 2 and was pretty worried about getting my way around it, but this video is truly inspiring and makes me want to spend all day making music. The 2 things you said that really hit me hard was the Gear Treadmill. Always wanting to get every single plugin and sample and as many tools as possible to emulate some sense of "creative freedom" but in reality, creativity comes out from being limited. As well as your other point of limiting yourself and working on the creative process instead of throwing your whole library at the wall to see if something sticks. Thank you again for these videos, I'm now proud to call my Ableton Push 2 an instrument.
Absolutely, its well deserved. The idea behind teaching the principle of HOW to think instead of WHAT to think is how you can really tap into your own personal creativity instead of following directions. Time to binge watch all of your other content now haha.
LEARN MORE 👇👇👇: Make Music With Ease on Ableton Push 2 push4life.eu/stage-one/ Composing & Producing in Ableton Live - The Newcomers Guide push4life.mykajabi.com/composing-producing-in-ableton-live-for-newcomers Ableton Push Finger Drumming BOOTCAMP push4life.eu/bootcamp01/ Getting to Know (and LOVE) Chromatic Mode push4life.eu/chromatic-prelude/
I thought this was going to be another classic quick tips video about hands-on push tips. Was pleasantly surprised and inspired by your message and inspiration. Thank you.
Fantastic video. Many ideas I'd realized through years of experience, but great to see these inspiring thoughts and tips compiled so neatly. I've been seeking the best tangible method of expression for some time...and now Push 2 is on order! Thanks for letting me know I've made the right choice.
I haven't gotten my Push 2 yet, but coming across this video because of my ordering of the Push 2 has brought me many answers and things I really needed to hear to keep me moving forward in producing music. Thank you for the clarity
great Video with an awesome message. I'm new to push and I get that feeling too where idk if I'll ever get the hang of it but this video was on point. keep up the great content
Really great work, I'm new to you and really enjoyed the thoughtfulness of every aspect that went in to this especially the examples of the greats you actually watch!
Not what I was expecting, but just what I needed.. All your points ring SO true with me. How fortunate we all are, lets make the best of these wonderful tools of creation. Thanks for sharing your wisdom, I wish you much joy with your creation and expanding family :)
Oh. My. Goodness. Your channel is exactly what I have been looking for. I have been a huge fan of music the electronic side but never got into the creative side. Mostly because I have no full grasp of the things needed. Plus being overwhelmed by the toys and new technology that is stuffed down your throat. About a year ago I got a PO 33 knockout because I wanted to dip my toe in the water and see how it felt. About two month later I bought an opz. I love using them but I feel like because of my.limited knowledge it has been a hard learneing curve. I have since invested in a MacBook pro so I can eventually install a DAW so I can capture and refine what I create. Now I'm a hands on person and using a DAW I find cumbersome and tedious. I feel like I can't get my ideas out the way I want.... Until now. I watch your beginners guide to push 2 and I felt like my aha moment hit me. The push 2 for sure is the instrument I have really been looking for. I have been aware of it but didn't really understand it.... Until now. Your videos are so well done and exactly what a beginner like me needs to have the basic foundation into the world of Sonic expression. I am going to study what you have so graciously provided for this community. Thank you. One question is it worth I'm your opinion on hanging on to the opz? It feels like it isn't because through ablton live and the push I have all that functionality and more with live and push. Keep doing you because it's awesome.
wow.. I have just got my "push" 2 days ego and started my way in e-music production 2 months ego with learning "live" by Abalton skills. This video of yours really focused me on my journey to find my real voice. It's not about how many plug ins or samples you own its all about what you can do with the vast amount of tool "push" and "live" has to offer and how to really know and master them. That was relay in-lighting. Thank you.
You are an amazing teacherI love how you rolled the whole spiritual package in with these tools. I agree with everything you've said here and am going to watch this video a few more times so I can let it absorb.
Just seeing your video now man! Awesome job, as someone starting out with a Push these are some awesome tips on how to progress. Loved everything about it, from the tips, to your tone of encouragement, really great stuff. Thanks for sharing!
This idea of creativity that is used between A to B, B to C, etc. is a great layout to build hours of experience, not including flow triggering feels. I find it optimistic to have this boundary that you never have to leave just to go into debt for a new synth.
Thank you for this great video. I love the concepts you're bringing up, I myself have a similar mindset. But sometimes I forget to appreciate what I have and do not realize that it is definetely all I'll ever need to make some - at least- decent music. The last years I bought music equipment, spent great sums of money on plugins and guess what? I made less music than when I only had an Amiga 500 and a soundtracker (yes, I'm that old:-)). You just reminded me of what is important in order to get things done again. And not to forget - to have fun. I love my Push2, it really boosted my workflow to a whole new level. But it's not the tools, it's dedication, passion and confidence, that all you really do from within your heart is good. Cheers mate, love your channel!
I respect the effort you put into this, subscribed. I just bought a Maschine and I was thinking of returning it before I seen this video since I already have Push 2. Now I'm definitely returning and diving deep into Ableton. Thanks for reminding me whats really important.
If this had just been a black screen with your voice giving us this information, it would have still been an incredible video. This information is golden, and the high level of video production just puts it over the top. Not only is the information great, the structure you presented it in made it very easy to follow along with. I think you need to add an 11th step, and make the first step: WATCH THIS VIDEO! Thank you very much for imparting your knowledge free of charge. I'm just getting into music production and I've learned so much from your channel. Can't wait for the next video :)
I've been using Push 2 just from 1 week. I've seen many tutorials but THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO ON PUSH2 AND FOR ALL THE PRODUCERS AND MUSICIANS. 101% Practical man. Thank You @PUSH4LIFE
This video goes way beyond the push itself. I was so delighted to see this educational and inspirational view on self expression in a world where technology and efficiency are in our reach. I was looking for a video about how to use the push but I found the answer to why I am making music to begin with.
Watching a bunch of videos on the Push 2 and came across this. Very well done video and mad inspirational. Got me looking at my equipment in a new light. thanks
Hello Eshan iam jayr just to let you no this vid was what i needed .I just purchase my push with suite .ive been a dj for over 25 on and off. with technology today i find myself remixing on the fly. It was not that ez back in my day iam 52 years old but love spending time in my studio .So now i add push .thanks for showing me a path to take with it.just b me cool .
I just started using push and I love it. I began with basic music theory and now slowly learning the hard skills with Ableton. The immediate feedback is what hooks me. I can start a session with just a drum idea,add a base line and then improvise for hours without realising it... Not that I'm anywhere near finishing a song 😜
This is one of the best tutorial channels in history, thank you for taking the time and thank you so much for this video in particular. I am a new proud Push 2 owner, and must confess I was a little overwhelmed with the device, despite the large amount of awesome tutorials kindly provided by Ableton. You have taken the concept of instructional videos to a whole other level, not every day does your online instructor prompts you to expand on the philosophy of music making in general. Subscribed and turned on every alert available. THANK YOU!
Until recently I’d been sort of playing with Ableton on and off (mostly off) but since I got Push have gotten more serious. However, some of the questions that had kept me from being confident have been in many ways answered in this video. I got lots more than what clicked for
@@PUSH4LIFE As proof that I've profited from your video, if you have time please check out my first public release and give me pointers. I'm very new to all this and need all the help I can get. Thanks for your reply too! ua-cam.com/video/o_CKAQbnIiI/v-deo.html
Bless you! Thank you my friend ❤this is a really great video. I got a lot out of it and it’s made me think a lot about the core of why I make music. Thank you for the inspiration.
I wish I found this video sooner. This is the best video I've watched about Push and it spoke nothing of technicalities. I was starting to doubt whether I should invest so much time and money into this, but I know if I ever feel lost, I should just hit replay. Please continue inspiring =)
I’m just getting in to ableton and am a house head for life ✊🏽. You have one of the best informational video’s I’ve seen so far. I’ve been making some beats on fruity loops . I’ve caught the bug big time . I’m in the corner with his eyes closed facing and the speaker giving it all I got .
Thank you so much for this inspirational video of great boundaries/goals to set during my adventures to express myself through this amazing set of tools.
You really managed to sum up what should be at the heart of any creative endeavour. Definitely going to watch this again when I need to remind myself what is important.
inspiring! when i was just getting stagnate in my self education of live/push, this video helped me regain focus and get excited about using my newfound technology. i'm glad to be a part of the global community pursuing creative music making.
Tha0k you for being one of the best teachers if the Push2. I have had a number of friends who use Push 2 and didn't think I needed it but recently saw some performances that showed how wrong I was. Now I have the hardware and the software and your videos are the best.. Don Preston (Frank Zappa 9 years), John Lennon, The Doors, The [Tur Turtlees,, Charlie Haden, Elvin Jones, Gil Evans Etc.
Hi Don, I really appreciate your feedback... means a lot coming from you! If you have any questions you need help with, drop me line: info@push4life.eu I will gladly help out :)
This video was truly great. I don't even use Ableton that much. I used to have a Push 2 and ended up selling it due to not using it. I use Ableton more now than I used to and have been leaning towards getting another Push and actually learning it. What I didn't expect when I came into this video was the amazing almost existential ideas you laid out and the awesome focus on mindset and the true purpose of a musician or composer/producer. Thank you for doing this. Subbed
Appreciate the support 😊🙏
I had the unique pleasure of meeting a neighbor of my college roommate, who worked at Electric Lady land studios.
He said something that resonates with me to this day : 'Hendrix records sound the way they do because he saw the studio as an instrument, and we producers as equal members of his band.'
Electric lady Land is basically within all of our grasp now, if you can handle that level of musical freedom
Then the Sky's the limit
What's up everyone... this video has been over 3 months in the
making.... during that period I was in hospital for 2 weeks with
Meningitis and shortly after that my second daughter was born... so
after a lot of blood, sweat and tears I present you with my latest
video... Enjoy, PUSH4life
Your blood sweat & tears have produced a great result ~ Insanely valuable video brother ~ God bless you ~
Thanks so much Sanju!
Thanks man. Just started watching. I have to say the intro is peculiar. But!!! ...in a super refreshing way. :). Thanks again for your hard work here and congrats on #2!
Thanks Jarod... thought you were going to slam me there for a minute LOL!
Awesome video, this video is really great there is not many things like this out there so this was really appreciated.
This is hands down the most motivating, honest, & holistic video about music production and ableton I have ever seen! Your ideas mentioned here are so critical to remember and to practice. It's easy to relate to the pitfalls we all face as artists, and you've eloquently touched on the heart of those creative issues. Thanks so much man, I'm feeling super inspired & grateful!
Thats awesome ... now go make some great music ;)
was looking for a straight forward push tutorial. found a meta guru instead. well played
Nice ;)
You said it man! This guy is laying it DOWN!
Lmao!
This video is possibly the best thing I've come across in a very long time. The reason I want to make music is to express my thoughts, feelings, and my soul. Thank you for that reminder! Before I watched your video, I was more focused on getting the right gear, but now I have gained such clarity as to what is really important and my WHY behind making music 💗
I am glad it resonated so much with you Maria! That's what makes this all worthwhile 🙏
I was searching for something to reduce my frustration after 4 hours of trying to make a track. I found this video, it's truly inspiring, thanks!
Glad it could help Maks :)
Simply the best! You are inspiring.
As someone that has been sampling since the 80s and only had my Push for 4 months, this video felt very personal. It's a joy to play and such an open door to walk through over and over again. Great video, man.
Appreciate it... thanks a lot!
This was extremely well put together and inspirational. Thank you for that!
I'm a complete beginner in the field starting only a couple of month back with the novation circuit and I've been contemplating how to "advance" ever since i felt "held back" with it. I keep hearing the limitations are what unlocks my creativity and i get that. But i quickly got to a point where i have ideas in my head, that i simply can not realise with the circuit from a technical standpoint and where there also isn't like a creative way to surpass that in any form (i.e. stacking more sounds/tracks, sustaining notes over one bar, etc.).
So now i'm at the point where i try to figure out what is the most logical way for me to progress. Software in theory does everything, but i hate using it. Push seems to give me that hands on experience i know and love from the circuit, but together with the standard suite sets me back about 1000€.
The alternative would only be adding hardware synths and drum machines over time, but i don't have much space for that. Plus the better ones quickly ramp up in price as well. As i write this comment i realise, i'm more or less writing this for myself trying to figure out what to do. 1000€ to me is a lot of money. Voice of reasons says i should act my age and save my money for more "important" things like cars and new dishwashers n shit. But my inner child says it wants a push and it wants it NOW....
God it's fucking hard to be immature sometimes...
I hear ya.... gear is expensive but is also worth it when it comes to something like PUSH... just get anything important that you need first and once you can buy it without feeling irresponsible JUST DO IT ;)
Thx man - i went ahead and did it anyway. Money's for spending, right? *cough* :D Can't say i regret it though. It's most certainly like going from a bike to a ferrari, which makes it all the more worth - just have to not let myself get overwhelmed and do the 80/20 thing. ;D
I mean i was able to put together my first arranged song within 2 days, that - despite the obvious fact that i'm a beginner - i actually was quite happy how it turned out, so i'm having fun. :D
soundcloud.com/camokazee/summersault-03
Great first track... keep it up!
Thanks! I know you're just being polite, but i appreciate the encouragement! :)
Your words resonated with me and you give off a very genuine vibe. I feel like this video may have found me at a synchronous time.. On a personal note, from one father to another, I wanted to say congratulations on your new arrival and I'm very happy that you're physically healthy to usher in this new life!
Thanks so much Dan :)
Hey there, I thought you might like to check
out my new podcast... musicsoundsandsilence.com ... all the best!
Dude, you just blew my mind with the beginning. I need to show my wife this so she'll understand what I'm doing and want to do.
Thank YOU for the great comment :D
This wasn't what I expected it was looking for, but I'm glad that I watched it. There is a lot of wisdom in the content of this video.
Thanks Guy. Really appreciate your kind words 🙏
Important things first. Congrats on your second daughter. I wish you and your family an abundance of health of health & happiness. I recently stumbled on one of your technical videos, was blown away, and subscribed immediately to your channel. I got very lucky finding your channel because this was the second video I watched and is hands down one of the top (in my opinion of course) videos I have ever watched because it doesn't focus on a specific technical skills, but all the little things that if followed as suggested, will create a powerful synergy that will allow you to learn quicker, which in turn boasts your confidence, which motivates me to keep learning. If you keep this cycle going, it is only a matter of time before you sit back and realize how far you have come from day one. I believe the best advice you gave which everyone really needs to grasp is thinking the next VST or controller will improve your creativity. I made the mistake of buying too much gear when I first started building my Ableton studio about 1 1/2 ago. It backfired because I was so overwhelmed, it took the fun away from practicing because I wasn't able to focus on one controller or Ableton because of all the VSTs I purchased and progress came to a halt.. I take a 2-hour private online lessons every week from an Ableton certified instructor using Skype and screen sharing software. Ironically he said, for next 3 months, the only tool you will be using is Push 2 and Ableton Live Suite. He had me use Push 2 on our last lesson for 90% of the commands that would have normally been done with a mouse & keyboard. I was amazed at the power of Push 2. This video validated everything my mentor said and should be watched by any aspiring producer and musician regardless of their DAW of choice. As a musician, (guitarist for 40 years) there really is no better DAW to unleash creativity then using Ableton when recording ideas using Session View and ability to use this DAW in a live setup in so many different ways to fit your stye of music. This works because of the tight integration of Push 2 and Ableton. Thanks again for making these excellent videos and sharing them with the world. I realize how time consuming this is for you and I am a person who values time more than money because you can't get time back once it's gone. It always humbles me when a person like yourself is genuinely sincere about helping other people develop new skills. I look forward to watching all your videos. Thanks again for the wisdom. Greatly appreciated.
HI Bob, thanks so much for your very thoughtful comment... it is people like yourself who end up inspiring me to make new videos as it is very important for me to pass on the flame to other people just like the flame was passed on to me back in the day from my mentors... and I too agree that ableton live and push are the best thing since sliced bread LOL! I am actually in the middle of putting together a full blown course on beginners finger drumming using PUSH 2 - you might want to check it out... I hope for it to be available in 2 - 3 months if all goes according to plan... (it never does HAHA!)... all the best for now, PUSH4life
This is exactly what I needed to hear right now. I bought the Push 2 a couple months ago, and I have definitely been feeling myself reaching a plateau of skill. It never occurred to me to focus on hard skills before soft skills - I thought they came at the same time when you start playing enough haha. Thanks, keep making quality videos!
Thanks Steven... will keep'em coming, don't worry ;)
I got a new Ableton push today along with a bit of background knowledge of ableton that I've been working on for a few years. This video, I must say, has been one of the biggest inspirations I have seen so far. Thank you Eshan and I look forward to the future and tapping in to my creativity.
Appreciate it Iona... the PUSH is truly an awesome piece of technology.... great times to be alive as a creative person!
Exactly last night I was sitting over a beat and messing around with modulations, not coming to a satisfying result after hours. Most of it you say is subconsciously known and with your lecture perfectly brought back into awareness. Thank you for this enlightening gem!
My pleasure.... glad you enjoyed it!
One of the most quality videos ive ever seen about production and self artistry! Thanks very much man! You are a godsend!
Thanks Devoye... I am glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for sharing this important perspective! What motivates me most is that every new day is litterally a new, white canvas that is inviting me to be creative and create sounds and music never heard before.
Love it!
Was not what I was expecting but I'm now truly inspired. Thanks for making this video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love your deeper thinking. I’m inspired by the proposition you offered, strip back the constituent elements, practice and refine one’s skills to enable creativity and use available tools to convey our message to the wider world. You are inspiring! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks so much!
Just wow!!! This is so inspiring!. Found this in one of the most confused/sad moments of my life. Thank you so much!!.
Awesome... I love stories like this :)
Thank you so much new Dad! Congratulations on your new child and hope you are felling better. I happened on your video by chance and I believe God directed me to touch certain keys to find your video. I appreciate your time and well wishes for all of us that are going and trying to learn our new abelton. I'm it when I get home. God bless you and thank you
+Tommy Bryant Thank you so much Tommy for your kind words. I am healthy and fit again so all is good. Enjoy your PUSH! 😁👍
I really bloody enjoyed this! I just bought my Push 2 a couple of days ago and I'm shook at the amount of creativity that is at your fingertips. Some solid advice. Thank you for making this video dude. Stay hungry, stay focused!
Appreciate it 🙏
Dang. I havent finished the video yet, but I really love how philosophical you start. That made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside lol
+Tyler Devich Awesome. Hope you finished it 😂
Thank you so much this video has been very inspiring,keep up the good work the internet needs more people like you, thank you again..
Very kind ;)
Great inspirational video loaded with wonderful suggestions. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it Dave!
Thank you very much for you philosophic approach of making music with Push and making Music in general! I really enjoyed watching your video!
Glad you enjoyed it ;)
THANK YOU SO MUCH YOU JUST GIVE MORE POWER TO CONTINUE AND DEVELOP... AS DANCE TACHER I REPEAT THAT TO MY STUDENT BUT ITS ALWAYS HARD TO HEAR THOSE TYPE OF ADVICE FOR YOURSELF ESPECIALLY WHEN IT S FOR ANOTHER BRANCH OF THE ART TREE.... THANK YOU AND ITS REALLY WELL EXPLAIN....
+NIAKO LEGION X I am really glad you enjoyed it. That has made my day 👋😊
I absolutely love your intro with the whole human being expressing themselves thing - it gave me chills.
I truly believe it... thats probably what you felt 😁
This is a fantastic lecture. A thorough reminder of what musical creativity is about at the very core.
Thanks for the kind words Kevin ;)
Hey man, as you enjoyed this video, I thought you might want to check
out my new podcast... musicsoundsandsilence.com ... all the best!
never had a music bone in my body but always been creative in other ways, now you've hooked my man im loving your mentorship and philosophy
Thanks Richie 😷🙏
You have great fuel for life and all creative pursuits, not just music. Thank you.
Thanks Jamie!
Great video! Nicely written, clear animations and concise graphics. Just watched this at a time when I'm getting stuck in "creative paralysis" because of too many pieces of hardware, too many VST plugins and sound clips, too many creative ideas, yet so little time to learn them all to a practical level that will enable me to execute and complete a single creative idea. You certainly nailed it on everything!
Thanks a lot... my advice would be to pick a couple of your favorite pieces of software and or hardware and go DEEP on them... instead of staying on a superficial level with everything else... you will go further in much less time that way... and you will also most likely be able to apply the new skills you develop that way to all the other equipment you have ;)
I recently bought my Ableton Push 2 and was pretty worried about getting my way around it, but this video is truly inspiring and makes me want to spend all day making music. The 2 things you said that really hit me hard was the Gear Treadmill. Always wanting to get every single plugin and sample and as many tools as possible to emulate some sense of "creative freedom" but in reality, creativity comes out from being limited. As well as your other point of limiting yourself and working on the creative process instead of throwing your whole library at the wall to see if something sticks. Thank you again for these videos, I'm now proud to call my Ableton Push 2 an instrument.
+Seawalker Music That's awesome. And thanks for the lovely feedback 😁👍
Absolutely, its well deserved. The idea behind teaching the principle of HOW to think instead of WHAT to think is how you can really tap into your own personal creativity instead of following directions. Time to binge watch all of your other content now haha.
+Seawalker Music 😎👍
Hey there, I thought you might like to check
out my new podcast... musicsoundsandsilence.com ... all the best!
You made me realize that I'm stuck in that vicious cycle of waiting on the next piece of gear or should say TOY. Loved the video
It's an easy trap to fall into, that's for sure! Thanks Justin!
This intro was the rare candy to evolve me...
Nice!
LEARN MORE 👇👇👇:
Make Music With Ease on Ableton Push 2
push4life.eu/stage-one/
Composing & Producing in Ableton Live - The Newcomers Guide
push4life.mykajabi.com/composing-producing-in-ableton-live-for-newcomers
Ableton Push Finger Drumming BOOTCAMP
push4life.eu/bootcamp01/
Getting to Know (and LOVE) Chromatic Mode
push4life.eu/chromatic-prelude/
I thought this was going to be another classic quick tips video about hands-on push tips. Was pleasantly surprised and inspired by your message and inspiration. Thank you.
No problem ;)
What an awesome way to look at it!!! Thanks!
Thanks for the comment ;)
Fantastic video. Many ideas I'd realized through years of experience, but great to see these inspiring thoughts and tips compiled so neatly. I've been seeking the best tangible method of expression for some time...and now Push 2 is on order! Thanks for letting me know I've made the right choice.
+Rick Bailey Thanks a lot! Great you are getting PUSH 2 - I am sure you won't regret it ✌️😁
Great video, took me back home where I should be, creative limits are the key 🔑
Thanks Terence!
Great presentation! So many aspiring musicians using this technology now. I wish them all the best of luck in their mastery of the craft!
Thanks a lot... really appreciate it!
Thank you for taking the time to inspire us. This is one of my go to vids from now on! Keep up the great work and all the best.
+TheGMonkies Thnx 4 the comment 🖖🏿👽
Hey man, as you enjoyed this video, I thought you might want to check
out my new podcast... musicsoundsandsilence.com ... all the best!
best tutorial ever, good for any practice, at any century, repetition!!!! many thanks
Thanks Mathieu!
Hey Mathieu, thought you might want to check out my new podcast... musicsoundsandsilence.com
I haven't gotten my Push 2 yet, but coming across this video because of my ordering of the Push 2 has brought me many answers and things I really needed to hear to keep me moving forward in producing music. Thank you for the clarity
Glad I could help! 😁
Great Lecture and Video! (I'm a fan of the soundtrack you picked too!) Thanks again!
Thanks a lot!
great Video with an awesome message. I'm new to push and I get that feeling too where idk if I'll ever get the hang of it but this video was on point. keep up the great content
+Chris Tobar Thanks Chris 😁
Really great work, I'm new to you and really enjoyed the thoughtfulness of every aspect that went in to this especially the examples of the greats you actually watch!
Thanks Austin, much appreciated!
Not what I was expecting, but just what I needed.. All your points ring SO true with me. How fortunate we all are, lets make the best of these wonderful tools of creation. Thanks for sharing your wisdom, I wish you much joy with your creation and expanding family :)
Hi Andrew, thanks for your lovely comment! Glad you were pleasantly surprised ;)
Oh. My. Goodness. Your channel is exactly what I have been looking for. I have been a huge fan of music the electronic side but never got into the creative side. Mostly because I have no full grasp of the things needed. Plus being overwhelmed by the toys and new technology that is stuffed down your throat. About a year ago I got a PO 33 knockout because I wanted to dip my toe in the water and see how it felt. About two month later I bought an opz. I love using them but I feel like because of my.limited knowledge it has been a hard learneing curve. I have since invested in a MacBook pro so I can eventually install a DAW so I can capture and refine what I create. Now I'm a hands on person and using a DAW I find cumbersome and tedious. I feel like I can't get my ideas out the way I want.... Until now. I watch your beginners guide to push 2 and I felt like my aha moment hit me. The push 2 for sure is the instrument I have really been looking for. I have been aware of it but didn't really understand it.... Until now. Your videos are so well done and exactly what a beginner like me needs to have the basic foundation into the world of Sonic expression. I am going to study what you have so graciously provided for this community. Thank you. One question is it worth I'm your opinion on hanging on to the opz? It feels like it isn't because through ablton live and the push I have all that functionality and more with live and push. Keep doing you because it's awesome.
wow.. I have just got my "push" 2 days ego and started my way in e-music production 2 months ego with learning "live" by Abalton skills. This video of yours really focused me on my journey to find my real voice. It's not about how many plug ins or samples you own its all about what you can do with the vast amount of tool "push" and "live" has to offer and how to really know and master them. That was relay in-lighting. Thank you.
Thanks for the lovely comment... enjoy your PUSH ;)
Great work. Thanks for putting in the time! And these guys at ableton are indeed something els!!!! Wow
You are an amazing teacherI love how you rolled the whole spiritual package in with these tools. I agree with everything you've said here and am going to watch this video a few more times so I can let it absorb.
Thanks a lot ;)
Just seeing your video now man! Awesome job, as someone starting out with a Push these are some awesome tips on how to progress. Loved everything about it, from the tips, to your tone of encouragement, really great stuff. Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure!
This is very good advice, especially the importance of gaining the hard skills first
+Adam Gilmore Thanks Adam 😁
Thank you. Great video. I have been in a creative rut and this helped alot.
Awesome Steve!
Thanks for sharing exactly why I’m a musician pursuing push as my new paint brush.
No problem 😎🤙
This idea of creativity that is used between A to B, B to C, etc. is a great layout to build hours of experience, not including flow triggering feels. I find it optimistic to have this boundary that you never have to leave just to go into debt for a new synth.
Glad this helped ;)
Thanks for the inspirational perspective, a very welcome step back from the technicalities!
Glad you enjoyed it :D
Congrats on your new daughter and an excellent, well thought out and produced video.
Thank you for creating this.
Thanks a lot :D
Thank you for this great video. I love the concepts you're bringing up, I myself have a similar mindset. But sometimes I forget to appreciate what I have and do not realize that it is definetely all I'll ever need to make some - at least- decent music. The last years I bought music equipment, spent great sums of money on plugins and guess what? I made less music than when I only had an Amiga 500 and a soundtracker (yes, I'm that old:-)). You just reminded me of what is important in order to get things done again. And not to forget - to have fun. I love my Push2, it really boosted my workflow to a whole new level. But it's not the tools, it's dedication, passion and confidence, that all you really do from within your heart is good. Cheers mate, love your channel!
Thanks for the compliments! Glad you enjoy the channel :D
I respect the effort you put into this, subscribed. I just bought a Maschine and I was thinking of returning it before I seen this video since I already have Push 2. Now I'm definitely returning and diving deep into Ableton. Thanks for reminding me whats really important.
That's awesome.... I think you made the right choice ;)
PUSH4LIFE Definitely, check out my channel, I compose a few beats on Push
Good stuff.... keep up the good work!
Very cool video, thanks for posting it. You are a good teacher!
Thanks Michael!
Great Video! I'm not even a push user and I got a lot out of the principles you discussed. Thank you!
Glad you got something out if it 😎👍
Hey man, as you enjoyed this video, I thought you might want to check out my new podcast... musicsoundsandsilence.com
If this had just been a black screen with your voice giving us this information, it would have still been an incredible video. This information is golden, and the high level of video production just puts it over the top. Not only is the information great, the structure you presented it in made it very easy to follow along with. I think you need to add an 11th step, and make the first step: WATCH THIS VIDEO!
Thank you very much for imparting your knowledge free of charge. I'm just getting into music production and I've learned so much from your channel. Can't wait for the next video :)
Thanks a lot Josiah... it's comments like yours that make all the work worthwhile... keep pushing ;)
The perfect motivational/inspirational/informational video. Thank you brother. The fire has started...
+HARTS GAMING Awesome!
Hey man, as you enjoyed this video, I thought you might want to check out my new podcast... musicsoundsandsilence.com ... all the best!
I've been using Push 2 just from 1 week. I've seen many tutorials but THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO ON PUSH2 AND FOR ALL THE PRODUCERS AND MUSICIANS. 101% Practical man. Thank You @PUSH4LIFE
Thanks so much!
This video goes way beyond the push itself. I was so delighted to see this educational and inspirational view on self expression in a world where technology and efficiency are in our reach. I was looking for a video about how to use the push but I found the answer to why I am making music to begin with.
Thanks so much for your thoughtful words Nicolas 😁🙏
Don't know what to say..... You took me into the zone..... Thank you!!!!!
Awesome!
Watching a bunch of videos on the Push 2 and came across this. Very well done video and mad inspirational. Got me looking at my equipment in a new light. thanks
Thanks!
Hello Eshan iam jayr just to let you no this vid was what i needed .I just purchase my push with suite .ive been a dj for over 25 on and off. with technology today i find myself remixing on the fly. It was not that ez back in my day iam 52 years old but love spending time in my studio .So now i add push .thanks for showing me a path to take with it.just b me cool .
That's great JayR! I know exactly what you mean... keep up the good work ;)
Thank you so much for this. These idea's are amazing!
Thanks Sebastian... just a lot of stuff I have picked up from other inspiring people along my path ;)
You are to Ableton as what Ryan Harlin is to Propellerhead (now Reason Studios) is to Reason. A shining light and founding advocate.
Quality video 👏👏👏
Thanks James!
I just started using push and I love it. I began with basic music theory and now slowly learning the hard skills with Ableton. The immediate feedback is what hooks me. I can start a session with just a drum idea,add a base line and then improvise for hours without realising it... Not that I'm anywhere near finishing a song 😜
Have fun Dominik🤩
This is one of the best tutorial channels in history, thank you for taking the time and thank you so much for this video in particular. I am a new proud Push 2 owner, and must confess I was a little overwhelmed with the device, despite the large amount of awesome tutorials kindly provided by Ableton. You have taken the concept of instructional videos to a whole other level, not every day does your online instructor prompts you to expand on the philosophy of music making in general. Subscribed and turned on every alert available. THANK YOU!
Thanks so much Mauricio! It really means a lot :)
Wow.. I was not expecting this to be so well thought and well shown. This was amazing. Great job!
Thanks so much!
Really nice video.... difference between hard and soft skills, study others and finally don't get gadget happy are all great points! thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just bought my Push 2 a couple of days ago. Your videos helped me a lot. This Video" here is very inspiring...Thanks
Hey Darryl, glad you liked it!
very thorough material my brother. I've been using ableton from scratch on my new music, this is very helpful, even after using for 2 years.
Glad you enjoyed it 😁👌
Thank you for the inspiration. It was exactly what i needed to hear. Namaste my friend.
That makes me happy :D
Until recently I’d been sort of playing with Ableton on and off (mostly off) but since I got Push have gotten more serious. However, some of the questions that had kept me from being confident have been in many ways answered in this video. I got lots more than what clicked for
Awesome 🖖🏿👽
@@PUSH4LIFE As proof that I've profited from your video, if you have time please check out my first public release and give me pointers. I'm very new to all this and need all the help I can get. Thanks for your reply too!
ua-cam.com/video/o_CKAQbnIiI/v-deo.html
Bless you! Thank you my friend ❤this is a really great video. I got a lot out of it and it’s made me think a lot about the core of why I make music. Thank you for the inspiration.
thank you for sharing your love for music and zen like knowledge on our push instrument. I appreciate you.
Thanks Jessica 🙂🙏
I loved this. Thanks for sharing your perspective and creating such a thoughtful video.
You are so welcome! 😁
This is philosophy I was missing when I finally opened my PUSH. I still don’t fully understand what’s at my fingertips but it’s been a blast
Just go with the flow 👁👌
You are a true blessing to the world brother, thank you for sharing your gifts and insights with us.
Thanks for your sincere comment... this kind of thing keeps me going ;)
Great video! Very interesting and inspiring. Really made me think.
Glad you enjoyed it :D
I wish I found this video sooner. This is the best video I've watched about Push and it spoke nothing of technicalities. I was starting to doubt whether I should invest so much time and money into this, but I know if I ever feel lost, I should just hit replay. Please continue inspiring =)
+Noah Kim Thanks so much Noah, that means a lot. Now go buy a Push 😂
I’m just getting in to ableton and am a house head for life ✊🏽. You have one of the best informational video’s I’ve seen so far. I’ve been making some beats on fruity loops . I’ve caught the bug big time . I’m in the corner with his eyes closed facing and the speaker giving it all I got .
Love it Thaddius! I am actually in the process of putting together an introductory course for Ableton Live. Might be up your street too 🖖🏿👽
Thank you so much for this inspirational video of great boundaries/goals to set during my adventures to express myself through this amazing set of tools.
+Justin Foley My pleasure Justin. These are awesome times, right?!
Wow... so simple... so brilliant... so effective! Thank you for the slightly stellar reminders!
My pleasure ;)
Even after 6 years still valid. Thank you!
You really managed to sum up what should be at the heart of any creative endeavour. Definitely going to watch this again when I need to remind myself what is important.
Thanks Joel, that's a BIG compliment ;)
Thank you for this! Very inspiring and helpful in so many levels.
No problem ;)
great video to fill in the blanks and give context. and such good advice/ideas for practice. thank you. very inspiring.
Glad you enjoyed it 🖖🏿👽
inspiring! when i was just getting stagnate in my self education of live/push, this video helped me regain focus and get excited about using my newfound technology. i'm glad to be a part of the global community pursuing creative music making.
Glad you enjoyed the video.... means a lot to know that it is helping the PUSH community ;)
Tha0k you for being one of the best teachers if the Push2. I have had a number of friends who use Push 2 and didn't think I needed it but recently saw some performances that showed how wrong I was. Now I have the hardware and the software and your videos are the best.. Don Preston (Frank Zappa 9 years), John Lennon, The Doors, The
[Tur Turtlees,, Charlie Haden, Elvin Jones, Gil Evans Etc.
Hi Don, I really appreciate your feedback... means a lot coming from you! If you have any questions you need help with, drop me line: info@push4life.eu
I will gladly help out :)
This wasn't the video I was expecting, but was very valuable nonetheless. Top work, mate.
Thanks 🙏 Glad you enjoyed it!
This is just what I needed!! Thank you for the inspiration that can only come from within!! 🖖🏽👍🏽
My pleasure Rachelle :D