BenjyBeats
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My name is Benjy. I am 20 years old, and I have been producing since I was 16. Starting out, I knew nothing about Music Theory, but as my passion and drive developed, music began to dominate my school life. I am currently at Ball State University for Music Media Production & Industry, making a 3.7 GPA. I do not say this to brag, but rather to show you that I have seen both sides of the spectrum.
WHILE THEORY CAN HELP YOU A TON, when producing hip-hop, in my experience it is almost better not to have this knowledge. yeah, basic theory, progressions, etc are essential. but what is MORE IMPORTANT than anything is what you rely on most, which is your ear.
If youre anything like me, you will find that when you play something that you do like, sometimes it does not fit into this traditional idea of theory. This can be an instant block, as you don't know where to go next or how to resolve, etc. I think it is far more important to think of things more loosely, trust your instincts, and your ear. Play around, listening to find what sound you hear next in your mind, as opposed to seeing whats written down and attempting to follow a formula, like I did.
Eager to hear your thoughts, please comment below. Here is a sample below of my work, I would greatly appreciate it if you could take a quick listen and let me know what you think as well. Peace & Love.
benjy. | Benjy | Free Listening on SoundCloud
WHILE THEORY CAN HELP YOU A TON, when producing hip-hop, in my experience it is almost better not to have this knowledge. yeah, basic theory, progressions, etc are essential. but what is MORE IMPORTANT than anything is what you rely on most, which is your ear.
If youre anything like me, you will find that when you play something that you do like, sometimes it does not fit into this traditional idea of theory. This can be an instant block, as you don't know where to go next or how to resolve, etc. I think it is far more important to think of things more loosely, trust your instincts, and your ear. Play around, listening to find what sound you hear next in your mind, as opposed to seeing whats written down and attempting to follow a formula, like I did.
Eager to hear your thoughts, please comment below. Here is a sample below of my work, I would greatly appreciate it if you could take a quick listen and let me know what you think as well. Peace & Love.
benjy. | Benjy | Free Listening on SoundCloud