Elribone presents a three-track EP blending jazzy elements with refined, forward-thinking electronica. Absolutely delightful! Read our discussion with the talented artist below!
Describe your sound in 3 words
messy, groovy, nostalgic
How do you think the absence of samples influences the authenticity and originality of your track?
I have used a lot of samples in the past, and I love the nostalgic and organic texture they bring.
But now I find it even more enjoyable to create them myself while maintaining that “sample” aesthetic in the way I mix and chop them.
I start by composing almost everything on the piano, then I create an arrangement with lots of layers, including real instruments, virtual instruments, and synths.
Once I have this raw material, I use it like a sample: I chop it up, pitch it, and loop it.
How do you ensure that the improvisational nature of jazz complements the structured, often meticulously programmed elements of IDM?
The improvisation part happens during the first phase. I record a lot of things—melodies, chord progressions, little snippets of solos.
Then I move into a more meticulous phase where I select, sort, re-edit, and test different arrangements.
Which is your go to synth, analog or digital, when you start a new project?
I always start on the piano. In the past, I used to lose a lot of time deciding which synth or sound to use. So now I’ve decided to simplify things. I separate the exploration/composition phase, which I do on the piano, from the arrangement/production phase.
It’s only in this second phase that I focus on sound choices. Recently, I bought an Osmose Expressive E, which is a new type of synthesizer that allows you to play many different sounds with incredible expressiveness.
The keys are “soft” and respond to the slightest variations in pressure or finger direction—it’s really fun to use.
Otherwise, I use some VSTs and a few drum kits, but I try to limit the number of tools I use because I tend to get lost in sound design and never finish my projects!
Artists and people that have influenced you?
I am heavily influenced by jazz piano from the ’50s and ’60s (Ahmad Jamal, Bill Evans, Bud Powell), especially for the harmonic and compositional aspects,
but also by ’90s New York hip hop (Gang Starr, Mobb Deep, Jeru The Damaja) and the French touch (Mr. Oizo, Justice, Jackson and His Computer Band),
which have greatly inspired me in how to chop samples and make unrelated things groove together. I also love Boards of Canada and Steve Reich.
In which state of mind do you imagine people might listen to your music?
I’m not sure what their mindset is—it’s hard to imagine. If I had to sum up what I like to do, it’s to offer music that is both nostalgic and surprising.
What isn’t a crime but should be?
Force people to smile at work.
Thank you!
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