How I create B sections in beats -- AKAI MPC 2000 workflow

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  • Опубліковано 7 вер 2024

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  • @theymightbeuptown882
    @theymightbeuptown882 4 місяці тому +29

    Your not in the same place you were when I started listening a while back. Your ear is morphing. Your polyrhythms are different. Sensing more swing and pocket. I think you might be one of the few I've come across who's able to get so caught up in excavating that you may not even be aware when you strike a vein of gold. 'Appreciate your relentlessness and focus bro'. Don’t stop.

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      That means a lot. I'm always in search mode, trying to push and bend sound with these machines. Hardest part is slowing down, editing, sequencing, etc. I need help on this.

    • @celestial5693
      @celestial5693 4 місяці тому +1

      Damn, I had UA-cam on in the background and my ears perked up when I heard that first beat getting built! It had that sampled Chicago house vibe!!! Great stuff

  • @jeejeeBlaps
    @jeejeeBlaps 4 місяці тому +8

    Ohhh yes. I love that you're not afraid to use super short portions of samples in your beats to form a melody and play the samples back in as an instrument. It really adds a lot of dynamics to your sound.

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +2

      Yessir! I love one-shot samples. Gives these samplers life. Makes you really have to craft something from scratch.

  • @johnpapania6273
    @johnpapania6273 2 місяці тому +2

    wowwww!!! it was amazing to see the sould behind the MPC. I'm blown away!

  • @peaksandvalleys4217
    @peaksandvalleys4217 4 місяці тому +7

    you just articulated what I always felt when working with the mpc, "getting trapped" in a sequence! Thanks for your inspiration!

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +2

      As much as I love these machines, their workflow doesn't always encourage varying up your patterns. This has been a good habit for me to keep things fluid.

  • @luisfernando4725
    @luisfernando4725 3 місяці тому +1

    Stoked to see you're back at it bro! Bay stuff all day.

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  3 місяці тому +1

      appreciate that. it's an addiction. we always find a way.

    • @luisfernando4725
      @luisfernando4725 3 місяці тому

      @@eddieleonard6925 letting them haters know ain't nothin can stop a real one!

  • @kirkstate
    @kirkstate 4 місяці тому +4

    That’s a good exercise by going back over your own beats and rebuilding

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +2

      Yep. I try to do this as much as I can. It's really fun too. Keeps you on your toes.

  • @titanjake8640
    @titanjake8640 3 місяці тому +2

    I really like your production. Very art like and soothing. From a vintage drum machine producer to another, I salute you
    (MPC 4k is my fav in my arsenal)

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  3 місяці тому

      Much love! There's something about old drum machines that can't be replicated. Of all the MPCs, the 4000 is the only one I've never used. Always been curious. Spec wise, it has it all. Kind of an intimidating machine. Thanks for the support and checking out the productions and process. Cheers,

  • @boombapjungle
    @boombapjungle 4 місяці тому +3

    Funky .. jazzy… all at the same time , very nice

  • @screamchand
    @screamchand 4 місяці тому +3

    You're authentic af man. This was meditative, veering closer to electronica than to hip hop (something I've erroneously come to associate with MPCs). Thanks for these videos.

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому

      Thanks Aakash! I just make what feels good. But lately I've enjoyed the more uptempo grooves. Thanks for watching.

    • @portasystemsound
      @portasystemsound 4 місяці тому +2

      Agree this has heavy Mo wax vibes

    • @screamchand
      @screamchand 4 місяці тому

      @@portasystemsound Love Mo Wax! Realised it's Jonny Greenwood's favorite label

  • @mgyb8269
    @mgyb8269 4 місяці тому +3

    Love the workflow man, really creative layering! 🔥🔥🔥🔥as always!

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for vibing and appreciating the process.

  • @cajmere808s
    @cajmere808s 3 місяці тому +1

    this is smooth

  • @phdirac
    @phdirac 4 місяці тому +1

    Very dope, always cool to see/hear the process of exploration. Good point, trying out different flips with the same samples can help create a more dynamic listening experience and vibe if you find the right combos. Thanks for sharing ✨

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Yes bro. There are so many ways to approach each of these puzzles.

  • @TeddyRockSteady
    @TeddyRockSteady 4 місяці тому +2

    Nice groove Sir! You pick really good samples that compliment each other very well. Salute!

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Appreciate that fam! Sample selection is a key part of this craft.

  • @forsale313
    @forsale313 4 місяці тому +1

    It's always a pleasure (and Inspiring) to watch yu work. Thanks for Posting this one.

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому

      Thanks for the support and appreciating the process. Cheers,

  • @ceciliafbrown373
    @ceciliafbrown373 4 місяці тому +1

    Wow! That final beat was pumping. Cheers Eddie!

  • @burrabeats6036
    @burrabeats6036 4 місяці тому +1

    Like the vibe of this setup..glad u r already back ✌️

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks fam. Less space, but trying to make it shake. Cheers,

  • @BLAZE_92
    @BLAZE_92 3 місяці тому +1

    Idk how I ended up on your channel but I'm glad I did. That was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  3 місяці тому

      Thanks for listening! Glad you dig the vibe. There's a lot of us in this hidden pockets of YT, showing process and making more underground beats. Stay creative,

  • @edittheworld3539
    @edittheworld3539 4 місяці тому +1

    Bro, that was some trip-hoppin technodelic robotica vibes! 🔥

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      haha...thanks. Well described. I like uptempo grooves at the moment.

  • @noblewhitneyIII
    @noblewhitneyIII 3 місяці тому +1

    This was exactly the inspiration and motivation I need today thank you hope your doing well 🫶🏾

  • @larrytan73
    @larrytan73 4 місяці тому +1

    outro remix was FIRE!!!!!

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому

      Thanks fam! I may clean that up and drop it on one of these tapes.

  • @Fundaground
    @Fundaground 4 місяці тому +1

    Keeping it musically interesting. Salute

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Trying to. This approach has helped me so far. Thanks for listening.

  • @disxiple_113
    @disxiple_113 4 місяці тому +1

    Dope beats today, Eddie! I sold my 3000 last year and the og 2000 feels so similar I don’t even miss it. I mean, you’re still making dope shit. :)

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      I'm getting more familiar with the 2000, but I still deeply miss working with the 3000. In the end, they're just machines and its about the mind of the maker.

  • @murat920
    @murat920 4 місяці тому +1

    When you come over to the "On:YES" part of the mixing section in the main screen and open window, you get to the track mute page, but mine has the os v1.72 if I am not mistaken.

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому

      Interesting. I'm new to the 2000, so there's a lot I don't know. But I think I have v.1.72 op also. The "open window" is crucial though. Great menu option.

  • @tomdunn6416
    @tomdunn6416 4 місяці тому +1

    Sweet funky groove. Play it up!

  • @user-xk3lf5wx1f
    @user-xk3lf5wx1f 4 місяці тому +1

    love it keep going don't stop keep grinding

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому

      Always grinding. Never not working. Thanks for the support.

  • @eafloe
    @eafloe 4 місяці тому +1

    Dope exploration bro! Respect!

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Thank you. I always appreciate when folks respect the process.

  • @ninetofiverecordings
    @ninetofiverecordings 4 місяці тому +1

    groovy as always

  • @DavidC45
    @DavidC45 4 місяці тому +1

    Great stuff!

  • @FairchlldMusic1
    @FairchlldMusic1 2 місяці тому +1

    Dope!

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  2 місяці тому +1

      Glad you dig it.

    • @FairchlldMusic1
      @FairchlldMusic1 2 місяці тому

      @@eddieleonard6925 I don’t know if you’ve messed with the Zoom Sampletrak, but to me that is the vibest cheap sampler you can get right now. I’ve got two, and love them.

  • @delfiobacco7156
    @delfiobacco7156 4 місяці тому +1

    fkin cool man! this sounds fantastic!

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for listening. I'm glad you dig the vibes & the process.

  • @lechesangre
    @lechesangre 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks again master!!

  • @TheRealGordonBlu
    @TheRealGordonBlu 4 місяці тому +1

    Nice 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @cdot803
    @cdot803 4 місяці тому +1

    Dope production! I see all them books in the back. Any books you recommend for a music producer trying to grow?

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Great question. I recommend any books on the artistic process. Letters to a Young Poet by Rilke. The Poetics of Music by Stravinksy. Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert. Anything that talks about creativity. If you make beats, Dillatime is a great start too, if you haven't read that already.

    • @cdot803
      @cdot803 4 місяці тому

      @@eddieleonard6925 thanks for sharing. I’ve read Dilla time and big magic. One of Rick Rubin’s books too. Imma get the letter to a young poet next. Ppreciate it!

  • @V_KOMODOENSIS
    @V_KOMODOENSIS 4 місяці тому +1

    i’ve been subscribed for a while and these videos really inspire thanks, but i was wondering if you could maybe show or explain where you get the samples or maybe a video on you sampling cause i’m really intrigued

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +2

      Of course. Thanks for following and supporting. I'll do something on sampling soon. It's a crucial part of the process.

    • @V_KOMODOENSIS
      @V_KOMODOENSIS 4 місяці тому

      @@eddieleonard6925 :)

  • @reginaldchapman4028
    @reginaldchapman4028 3 місяці тому +1

    headphone on the third eye at 8:42

  • @OckwordProductions
    @OckwordProductions 4 місяці тому +1

    Track is dope. I normally get maybe two to three sections. I need to push forward

    • @eddieleonard6925
      @eddieleonard6925  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks fam. 2 to 3 sections is enough to make a proper song. I'm trying to get in the habit of always making b sections like this, so I have options when it's time to sequence in Song mode.

  • @uriel-heavensguardian8949
    @uriel-heavensguardian8949 4 місяці тому +1

    💯✊🏾💯✊🏾💯✊🏾💯✊🏾

  • @marylewis3311
    @marylewis3311 4 місяці тому +1

    🙏❤️🙏

  • @stilltrippin6100
    @stilltrippin6100 4 місяці тому +2

    ✌🏽🫡🔥