2025.04.24
I recently outgrew the Korg Volca Sample 2 Sequencer I have been using to make beats for the last year or so. When I saw a used Elektron Digitakt II go on sale at my local music store for a killer deal, I figured it was time to upgrade. This was a few days ago.
I have seen the advice that "your first 100 songs are going to suck no matter what, so get them over with as soon as possible." And I've taken it to heart. Here are a handful of tracks I've been pumping out in an effort to familiarize myself with the Digitakt and suck less.
2025.04.24 - they beat the dawn
This song samples Pushkin's Garland (They beat the Dawn), composed by Alexander Pushkin.
When I sent it to my sister, she said "this is my least favorite you've done so far."
2025.04.18 - overtea
It's a rainy day, and I got a new synthesizer.
2025.04.17 - nightbike
An ode to the weightless feeling of cycling through the city after dark.
2025.04.15 - haircut tuesday
Here's a dorky little bop to set the tone for an appointment on a rainy day.
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