#7: Arrangement Part 2: Tension, Energy, and Build-ups

Levi and I continue with our discussion on structure and arrangement, this time delving into tension & energy. In particular, we talk about the different types of tension and energy, how to keep listeners on the edge of their seat, and how to craft great build-ups. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Download a free PDF containing tips from podcast guests: edmprod.com/podtips --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cool stuff mentioned on the show: - Levi Whalen - Me & You (https://soundcloud.com/leviwhalen/me-and-you) - BT - Skylarking (example of musical tension) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doedi2MI-iM) - Deadmau5 - The Reward is Cheese (Nom De Strip remix) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8rAuOG2uD0) - Izotope Trash (https://www.izotope.com/trash2) - Dada life on basslines (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8wioYd6uyY) - Airport - Photographer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwxXYK0aZGg) Sam Matla on the internet: facebook.com/sampmatla twitter.com/sammatla Levi Whalen on the internet: www.facebook.com/LeviWhalenMusic twitter.com/levi_whalen Leave a rating & review on iTunes: edmprod.com/itunes Download for free on The Artist Union