i swear mk.gee is one of the most talented artists of this generation. i'll be in awe if he doesnt become a legend. Already doin this shit at 26 years old is wild
i think one thing is texture and the other huge thing in mk.gee's production is contrast. Whether its dynamics or space or anything like that he almost creates a call and response in every single way you can in a soundscape which is fucking phenomenal
2:50 - this is a really cool concept I have not seen done before in this way. I will say though that rather than it producing an 'overheads' sound, this is much more comparable to a 'room mic' situation, which is a great way to add more "ambience and depth" to your drumkit. nonetheless - good content :)
Bro the parallel processing and mic re-recording tips were sick! A couple cool things I've been trying recently to add texture to my beats: 1. Try finding a noise, vinyl crackle, tape hiss, or even ambient noise (whatever you want really). Chuck a compressor on it then side-chain it to your drums. Depending on how you play around the threshold and gain reduction, you then get this really nice pumping effect, with the texture popping in and out and becoming more dynamic. Way better than just dragging and dropping a vinyl crackle in. (Try some background chatter and talking, or a tape hiss that would get repetitive if left untouched). 2. Redux (or any bit crusher) is your friend! something about reducing the sample rate and bit rate adds this really subtle but really nice sizzling texture to the higher frequencies bonus: little bit of added saturation on the master can be really nice, but don't clip the master :) Also I've been really vibin with Tuamie recently, feel like he incorporates some really nice textures into his beats. Check out 8 o'clock, some really cool sound design textures like bubbling water, airy breaths and this weird buzzing vocal. Super cool!
Dude I love how you’re really passionate about this shit, been following you for a hot minute now and it’s cool how your sound has progressed over the years 💪
Banger video! Videos like these are great because every tip provided is something we can take into our DAWs and use immediately. That simulated overhead drum mic tip blew my mind. 🔥
Man I'm seeing everyone talk about mk.gee from this album it's so cool. I gave him a real listen when I heard him on the last Dijon album and recognised the name. So crazy talented.
Yoo! I know this is a little late but, for the parallel processing if you want to (in place of sends/returns) you can put the effect directly onto the track, make sure its 100% wet, and then create a group. In that group you'll have the 100% wet effect, you can then create a new chain and it'll play the dry signal alongside it. Prob a bad explanation but it is for sure worth doing, it can be easier than sends/returns if you don't plan on using the sends on other tracks too!
I just made some drums to send to a guitarist but if you wouldn't mind blessing me with that drum kit I think it could really bring it to the next level I love your content sorry for the copyright bs
i swear mk.gee is one of the most talented artists of this generation. i'll be in awe if he doesnt become a legend. Already doin this shit at 26 years old is wild
i could see him having a similar career to kevin parker
@@vicgermain4179 good shout
what you mean he is already a legend
that drum resample through the mic is such a dope idea 🔥
Texture is everything. This is what is missed within the musician crowd. They think too much about playing rather than listening and feeling.
Drums crispy asf
make this the top comment
His speciality
i think one thing is texture and the other huge thing in mk.gee's production is contrast. Whether its dynamics or space or anything like that he almost creates a call and response in every single way you can in a soundscape which is fucking phenomenal
1:31 you don’t even know that you just changed my life with this tip 😭🔥
Yeah I use that on basically every rhythmic track if I want to lower energy but not remove anything
whats that even called, does fl have anything close to this?
Consistent Mai got me feeling tings -inside-
2:50 - this is a really cool concept I have not seen done before in this way. I will say though that rather than it producing an 'overheads' sound, this is much more comparable to a 'room mic' situation, which is a great way to add more "ambience and depth" to your drumkit. nonetheless - good content :)
that show must've been such an incredible experience ✨
this is one of your best videos bro mad inspiring
Bro the parallel processing and mic re-recording tips were sick!
A couple cool things I've been trying recently to add texture to my beats:
1. Try finding a noise, vinyl crackle, tape hiss, or even ambient noise (whatever you want really). Chuck a compressor on it then side-chain it to your drums. Depending on how you play around the threshold and gain reduction, you then get this really nice pumping effect, with the texture popping in and out and becoming more dynamic. Way better than just dragging and dropping a vinyl crackle in. (Try some background chatter and talking, or a tape hiss that would get repetitive if left untouched).
2. Redux (or any bit crusher) is your friend! something about reducing the sample rate and bit rate adds this really subtle but really nice sizzling texture to the higher frequencies
bonus: little bit of added saturation on the master can be really nice, but don't clip the master :)
Also I've been really vibin with Tuamie recently, feel like he incorporates some really nice textures into his beats. Check out 8 o'clock, some really cool sound design textures like bubbling water, airy breaths and this weird buzzing vocal. Super cool!
Dude I love how you’re really passionate about this shit, been following you for a hot minute now and it’s cool how your sound has progressed over the years 💪
Bro Unintentionally made PS2 startup lounge beat
SUCH A TALENTED DUDE REALLY INSPIRING I WISH I COULD GET THE ADDICTIVE BREAKS
This video put me onto Mk.gee, THANK YOU MAI HES FUCKING RIDICULOUS MAN
bruh this beat is crazy the way it evolves great job Mai
sheesh that drum sample is crispy ❤🔥
Loving the uploads my guy! Keeep it rollin!
My favorite producer rn, thanks Mai
Drums go boom and came with a side of sauce
Banger video! Videos like these are great because every tip provided is something we can take into our DAWs and use immediately. That simulated overhead drum mic tip blew my mind. 🔥
this is a good point, it takes the production to another level 🎫
this is such a great video man, thanks
Genuinely one of my favorite producers ❤ constantly putting me on game
that LA show was just something else, pushed the sounds to the max
can tell how inspired you were damn, rubbing off gonna try find that set to watch
I appreciate your consistency nowadays
Textures can really transform a song with a different vibes, awesome tutorial! (Also I hope I win that kit)
Man I'm seeing everyone talk about mk.gee from this album it's so cool. I gave him a real listen when I heard him on the last Dijon album and recognised the name. So crazy talented.
Very sick production. Final product sounding great.
"my gentlemen"
me: 🙇♀️
anyway recording the drums back in as "OHs" is a really cool idea
This is the mindset I believe in !
Vibe is crazy on this joint
this is a solid tutorial, great work mate 👏
Yoo! I know this is a little late but, for the parallel processing if you want to (in place of sends/returns) you can put the effect directly onto the track, make sure its 100% wet, and then create a group. In that group you'll have the 100% wet effect, you can then create a new chain and it'll play the dry signal alongside it.
Prob a bad explanation but it is for sure worth doing, it can be easier than sends/returns if you don't plan on using the sends on other tracks too!
Damn 6 new diss tracks from the goats and then mai drops too this too fire
That came out really good, nice job and explanations
Bro please do more asking random people to freestyle on my beats I just randomly looked you up for those videos and got mad nostalgia
the bass fits sooo well what the hellllllll❤
the feedback on that pad sound heavenly
thats a great way to go into production
Insanely dope
bro you're achieving god tier level of production, thanks for your vids fr
the beat kinda reminds me of tame impala, cause idk any songs by mk.gee yet. but it sounds soo good!!
I do this alot and it's crazy how it works really well
Drums Breaks Underrated, fire vid!
Really nice video man, enjoyed it a lot🫡
Yo thank you g !
8:55 Starts to sound like Black the Berry by Kendrick Lamar.
Good video.
Mai, how do you keep killing these videos! Fire Beat!!!!
Bro that was gold
Only came across mk.gee with his most recent album, inspiring stuff
love these drums man!
MG is taking guitar into the modern era. He has the touch. Somehow, he's got a new spin on gear (or sounds) most cats already use.
killer . love this approach
much love for this video
🫶🏻
bro this went so hard
I fuck with this video, sounds crazy good bro 🙏🏻
need it those fvking breaks 😭😭
Love the lead with valhalla shimmer
loved this video, thank you!
Mk.gee is my new monte
Staying consistent w the vids lately 😮💨
Love it man. Ty for the tips.
oh shoot, thought i saw Omar there but wasn't 100% sure!
let the beat roll in the outro bro let us hear the cookup. good sheeaa
Hell yeahhh man. So good - anywhere we can listen to this track?
I just made some drums to send to a guitarist but if you wouldn't mind blessing me with that drum kit I think it could really bring it to the next level I love your content sorry for the copyright bs
toughhhh
Very helpful. Thank you! ❤
museum of contradiction vibes
very helpful video g love it!
Yessir! I just literally just got into mk.gee too!
Yoooooo, what a track man
I feel like hes gotta be inspired by ben howard, blaze of feather, daugther
kinda obscure neo-folk lofi ogs
bro i been tryna see this guy live, im overseas tho
Fire as yush!
Finally the world is recognizing the Batman of music 🙏
Too good frr 😭😭
bro cooked
dope, thank you brotha
i assume you fuck with flylo already but man that dude is the real king of textures in songs. so many layers in his beats
hes got the scare the hoes type textures. my 🐐
@@prodbymai yo he really does HAHAH
Super dope my friend ~ !
love the introooo
Fiiiiire beat.
awesome
i want that superior breaks
Would love if you put out a pack with some pad and chord progressions. I would absolutely buy
awesome my guy
Well, this was a very nice video. :)
damn that was wild
a free plugin called deelay gives u CRAZY textures if you click randomize a couple of times
Dope contest 🔥 🔥
How have I not seen your channel before?
Welcome fam
Bro Im for the drum set Im locked in Ableton doing those loops
Great tutorial
Mai slide the kit brotha
8:49 hahaha bro dead ass
Lmaooo
You should look up medasin, he also has insane soundcapes similar to this beat you made.
da shi fye