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VISION Radio Takeover
We hosted VISION Radio this week! Lots of fresh music from ourselves and a bunch of mates.
We've also done a 75 minute exclusive interview with the label, available now via their Patreon.
2021-05-13 14:57:57 +0000 UTC View PostExclusive Music: Shadows
This track was originally conceived as one of the demos for our Chronos EP on Vision. It didn't make the final cut so we've finished it off for our patrons <3
Artwork by KōLAB Studios
2021-05-11 17:33:47 +0000 UTC View Post'CHRONOS' EP – Available on vinyl + digital
Support: vision.fanlink.to/VSN081
"For us, VISION has always been about pushing the envelope, both musically and artistically.
On the ‘Chronos’ EP, we wanted to write something with this ethos, whilst exploring themes of modern sci-fi and time travel, which is reflected in the track titles.
VISION has been massively influential on us since its inception, so it’s b...
2021-05-07 11:00:05 +0000 UTC View PostProduction Tutorial: Creating & Arranging Drums
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:51 - Hi-hats
00:10:30 - Ghost Snares
00:12:00 - Brush Ghost Snares
00:13:36 - Heavy Snare Transients
00:15:45 - Layering Snare Samples with Transients
00:22:37 - Heavy Brush Hits
00:28:26 - Kicks
00:30:39 - Writing 140bpm Rhythm
00:39:19 - Resampling & Using Delay Effects.
00:42:40 - Writing 160bpm Rhythms
00:58:56 - Resampling for 172bpm Rhythm
01:12:21 - Heavy Half Time
Exclusive Music: Woven
Hello patrons!
It's time for Sample Sex! This is a series on our Discord server where you send us your samples, and we use them to create a track from scratch.
For Sample Sex v2.0, we received 204 sample submissions from the community, and every one of these samples (and none others) was used to create 'Woven'.
Thanks to Dan Ansett (our competition winner) for the track nam...
2021-04-22 20:43:10 +0000 UTC View PostMerch Competition: Silk Wave – Signed Print
We're giving away a limited edition signed print of 'Silk Wave'.
To win, comment below with a suggestion for this month's exclusive track name, and we'll choose our favourite later this week.
2021-04-06 16:37:59 +0000 UTC View PostPolychrome Wallpapers
Here are some HQ wallpapers from our Polychrome album campaign.
Credit:
https://www.instagram.com/kouryvindaloo/
https://www.instagram.com/alastairbrookes/
2021-04-05 18:57:26 +0000 UTC
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'CHRONOS' – Out Now
Out now: vision.fanlink.to/VSN081
"For us, VISION has always been about pushing the envelope, both musically and artistically.
For ‘Chronos’ we wanted to write something with this ethos whilst focusing on space in the music, and also exploring themes of modern sci-fi.
VISION has been massively influential on us since its inception, so it’s been an honour to work w...
2021-04-02 14:03:20 +0000 UTC View PostExclusive Music: Late Night Shuffle
Artwork by KōLAB Studios
2021-03-31 14:47:26 +0000 UTC View PostWhat our Discord community did with our bad beatboxing samples...
We challenged members of our Discord community to remix our mouth noises, and to create a short track using only those sounds. Here are a few of our favourite submissions!
Sample Giveaway: Raw Drums
Someone on our Patreon suggested that we release 'raw' drum samples that people can process themselves.
Here are samples of unprocessed (and a few processed) drum hits, recorded from our own kit.
Enjoy!
2021-03-18 10:37:10 +0000 UTC View PostHibernation Viberation (AV Stream)
Emerging from darkness to light, from isolation to togetherness, from hibernation to the vibrations of growth, we are celebrating the arrival of spring with a brand new AV stream.
Visuals:
Production Insight: Intercept
Here's a few cool production tips we found during the making of our most recent exclusive track 'Intercept'.
2021-03-05 11:40:22 +0000 UTC View PostExclusive Music: Intercept
Inspired by instrumental metal bands such as Animals as Leaders, Intervals and Plini.
Featuring guitars by Chalky and Will's dad.
Artwork by KōLAB Studios
2021-02-28 11:22:15 +0000 UTC View PostDiscord 'Producer Challenges'
We've just launched a new series of ‘Producer Challenges’ for our Discord community. The first challenge involves you remixing sounds of us attempting to beatbox.
If you're interested, head over to our server to find out more and get involved!
2021-02-24 14:50:30 +0000 UTC View PostProduction Tutorial: Writing chord progressions & melodies
In this video we dive deeper into the world of harmony, looking at some of the ways we write chord progressions and melodies.
In the second half of the video (25.22 onwards) we put these concepts into practice in a short demonstration.
2021-02-23 12:42:13 +0000 UTC View PostAudio Stems: Prism Pulse
As promised! Here are the stems for 'Prism Pulse'
2021-02-08 10:41:47 +0000 UTC View PostPolychrome Wallpapers by kaPOW
One of the artists behind our Polychrome AV show visuals has generously put together a set of wallpapers for public consumption.
Find her work here, and download the wallpapers here.
2021-01-31 14:11:48 +0000 UTC View PostProduction Tutorial: Our approach to recording and arranging synths
In this video we take a look at the various ways we approach working with synths, using Virtual Light as an example.
In the second half of the video (27.49 onwards) we put these concepts into practice in a short demonstration.
2021-01-27 11:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostExclusive Music: Enchanted
This one has been long-awaited! A staple of our live sets, we've had so many requests to release this track over the years.
We thought we ought to finally finish it off and let it see the light of day!
Artwork by Kyle Roberts
2021-01-22 12:41:51 +0000 UTC View PostAudio Stems: Cobalt
This month's poll was a close close call, but in the end 'Cobalt' edged ahead!
As there was so much interest and enthusiasm, we'll be posting the stems for 'Prism Pulse' next month :)
2021-01-11 12:06:38 +0000 UTC View PostApashe 'Distance' - Remix
New remix for Apashe... really cool opportunity to work with these stems.
Out now – https://bit.ly/DistanceRemixes
🤘
2021-01-08 10:54:22 +0000 UTC View PostSample Giveaway: Foley Pack 01
We recently got inspired to record some firewood, and this turned into our first sample pack of foley.
Enjoy!
2021-01-07 14:22:48 +0000 UTC View PostPoll: January Stems Giveaway
This month, we're giving away audio stems for one track from our 'Polychrome' album.
Which track is up to you to decide!
Note: Poll ends Jan 11th.
2021-01-05 12:37:51 +0000 UTC View PostExclusive Music: Cardinal
Cello by Oliver Schrecker
Artwork by KōLAB Studios
2020-12-29 17:00:03 +0000 UTC View PostMerry Funkmas
Wishing you a Merry Funkmas!!
2020 has been a challenging year, and we’d like to take a moment to express a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported us. We wouldn’t be here without you.
As a token of gratitude for your support, here’s a small gift from us to you.
2020-12-23 12:03:19 +0000 UTC View PostPolychrome Live
Polychrome is 2 today!!
To celebrate we’re releasing our complete set from the tours, featuring all original music. This set was a huge undertaking and marked a massive chapter for us. We’re proud and pleased to present it to you.
2020-12-07 16:53:48 +0000 UTC View Post