Why This Melody Is Great (Deadmau5)

[@ChatluxSoundz]

bro can hear the creation of the universe with these headphones

[@percsone]

LOL

[@FaBianrecord]

was scrolling for comments about that 🤣

[@xazher2597]

thought the same thing

[@TheArtinium]

😂

[@skywardlink8697]

I saw this comment while an ad was playing and it still didn't prepare me for what I was about to see LMAO

[@MateuszAdamowski-k8b]

"Lindsay, come here and listen to this."

[@AlexRome]

haha!

[@commitfpv]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6LYo4yMjMxqY8ksi=8iEaaWlyytEoygyi In case someone didnt get the reference 😊

[@jamiemarshall125]

Class moment ​@@commitfpv

[@Unqle]

I was looking for this!!! I think I watched that video tens of times. Awesome, inspiring stuff!

[@pointlessfeature]

this has lived rent free in my head for at least 8 years now

[@johnengooyen]

Man, that initial melody line was nothing until the bass line came in. Thanks for deconstructing, dude!

[@igelkotte]

I know what you mean. But I disagree. The first 8 bars with the simple 2 note melody at 1:58 is everything. You can make any kind of hit song with only that midi. That's why music is so fascinating to me. The fact that such a "simple" melody can be so unique.

[@MycketTuff]

Deadmau5 is the king of tasty analog sounds and just enough melody. I've been around jazz musicians most of my life and they know how to do this but could learn to stop throwing out so much of it all at once. What separates him from other musicians is timing, self-restriction and space.

[@ObesityStupidity]

You are so right. I listen to many genres of music. But when I listen to EDM, I often hate lack of good melody and get sick of repetitiveness. But Deadmau5 manages to make simple melodies and harmonies sound fresh each time they repeat. He does it by those simple adjustments of filter cutoffs, release time, panning etc. With the right amount of layers, instrument changes and FX. And all of these together make the story. Every single change is meaningful and evoke emotion. Deadmau5 became the embodiment of the word Progressive to me.

[@hllopez8701]

I remember hearing this song back in 2012 for the first time and it brought me to tears BUT I DONT KNOW WHY!!! I feel the same about strobe, beneath with me, hit save and Let go.

[@moody_goose]

He's a musical genius. Understands music and sound unlike any other. Love this song and the Tony Trash Remix

[@Lumax96]

Tommy you mean? :D

[@blairforbes1132]

He’s more of a sound engineer/designer than a musician. Incredibly talented man.

[@timdoring8571]

His understanding of sound design is impressive to me too, but his melodies and harmonies are really basic. Doesn't make them bad, oftentimes simplicity leads to catchiness, but as someone with a background in composition its really not 'genius' or 'unlike any other'

[@VivekKumar-fg4qc]

​@@timdoring8571 I don't know How much You are familiar with Deadmau but for me He's the most Inspirational Artist in an EDM industry. I do watch his Live stream of 8-9 hours. He's a Fucking Robot. he has made his own style getting inspired by several artists like Nine Inch nails boards of Canada aphex twin. If You had followed his music you'll suprise to know How versatile his music is.

[@MnKilla]

@@timdoring8571 its simple because it needs to be for the masses, im not gonna make a crazy ass super melodic beat and release expecting it to go off and land on the radio or billboards because its too complex for the regular ear. so ill make something impressive yet simple and catchy for the masses. i bet he can do more on his own that others wont hear other than him and im sure he has thousands of tracks on the drive just laying for himself only. so, in the end he is crazy talented and a genius at making hit tracks that will last a lifetime. you want to listen to complex and crazy shit then go listen to classical music or jazz

[@dieGRUVE]

this song always makes me want to cry. No reason's it's just gives me such a happy feeling that everything is going to be okay.

[@sxoutz]

Fuck yeah brother. It got me through some really hard times!

[@VietnamG]

@@sxoutzi hope life has been treating you better ever since

[@sxoutz]

@@VietnamG yeah the recovery process took a looong time, but i am building a better life for myself now!

[@drjtwoodrow]

"It's not even close. But it's close." That had me rolling. Great video!

[@alizadehosein]

Every time you re-create song we feel nostalgic. ❤🕊️

[@klayn.]

Remembering the day where I'd put this song on repeat back n forth from home to high school to training... golden days ❤

[@stardazemusic]

bro we all lived the same life ❤

[@JoeyGodsey]

I recognized the melody on the piano roll before hitting play. One of the best and iconic tracks the mau5 man has released. THE GOAT.

[@philm1537]

Joel has one of the cleanest sounding music in the whole industry. its quite fascinating. his sound selection and mixing is just god tier. also pretty sure i saw you a while ago at pjs near WC. did know you were in this area so thats pretty cool. cheers keep up the content

[@barelyabear7956]

Deadmau5 is the goat

[@b00ts4ndc4ts]

He came to our town a few years back to do a set, we were all taken by suprise because we like in a small town that gets no big star's to play gig's. It was a great night that I didn't want to end.

[@IoresPyadzee]

With Prydz :)

[@failsafe503]

Deadgo4t

[@lichtii1972]

0:52 plays one chord and smiles: „best sound in the world“ ❤ thats what music is about🎧

[@mbg4681]

6:02 I'd love to see an entire video just about that sound!

[@birdyboy9236]

Was just thinking the same thing

[@bh115]

This song gives me goosebumps every time especially the instrumental break in the middle

[@petemanseli]

Every time i see your videos, it makes me happy to see your passion towards music.

[@jeffmukai]

My absolute fave song by Deadmau5 (he has a lot). But it's so beautiful. Thank you for breaking it down. It's amazing to see the details. Great video

[@kaboozle]

The genius of Deadmau5 is present in your simple explanation of his genius!

[@lpdude2OO9BTB]

I remember watching the streams as he made the veldt, it felt honestly historical as i witnessed it come together.

[@DouglasThompson]

Your headphones are comically large.

[@rolandverde8771]

Your mom

[@blutaffi6213]

Or hes got a tiny head

[@magnuspettersson5454]

Yes 😂😂😂 But i want them 🤩

[@ItsJamisonJamison]

Happy life with the machines

[@z4pp820]

scattered around the room

[@agoofypolishguycalled5ive]

​@@z4pp820Look what they made, they made it for me

[@girth_goblin]

@@z4pp820look what they made, they made it for me

[@vinava9145]

@@z4pp820 look what they made, they made it for me

[@excuse_me_mister]

Fond memories of the time this album released

[@KonvictionTV]

I don't know if your headphones could get any bigger, and I am here for it! They probably have a great sound to them! Best headphones I ever had were gi-fucking-gantic!

[@Climax69420]

Best Deadmau5 melody ever made

[@Nubbley]

The Veldt is my favorite deadmau5 song!

[@demonface4190]

This is why deadmau5 is my favourite musician

[@colettedoot7517]

Yes this sounds , harmony and melody is brilliantly beautiful.

[@peterwelly]

started bopping as soon as he it play. what an awesome melody one of my favourite tracks.

[@isaacdynys6518]

Every 5 seconds: "But it doesnt end there"

[@thedj5914]

Never ending 😂😂

[@LEONARDODEMARCHIDADALT]

The comediacly large headphones

[@4NobodyGuy]

Right!? My first thought was sarcastically, "Why didn't he get the big ones" 😁😂

[@feriante777]

😂😂😂

[@puvendranpillay8802]

Exactly!!! He looks dumb! Can't take him seriously hahahaha 😂😂😂

[@ASK-nl4gv]

Audeze headphones are huge.. They sound crazy good though because of that.

[@QUARTERJACKmusic]

😂

[@over-educated-sp]

Definitely one of my favorite DM tracks. “So in love with the we are. “ here.

[@YumanoidPontifex]

i grew up on 8-bit computer music so yeah, this sound kicks me right in the childhood!

[@Impukes]

One of my favourite songs of all time

[@LincolnSwingStreet]

giving me a greater appreciation for music through your analyses, thank you

[@reveks4]

Yesss more Deadmau5

[@labbeaj]

I love this track and the melody as much as you! I knew there was something special about it! Great job Deadmau5!

[@8083music]

Knowing that a synth patch uses Serum makes it sound better

[@dimon.digital]

"The best sound in the world" absolutely agree, Alex)

[@evetrumbo]

This was the video to which I subbed✌️

[@stephenvonheyking]

Awesome tutorial bro! Thank you!

[@Vynelox]

ttyty so much for another deadmau5 breakdown video. i love these breakdowns so much, they've helped me so much in music production

[@matpond]

i think i DOOO think that's as beautiful as you think it is!

[@shams_music]

Bro, always so good..thank you

[@itsajoeybeat]

I was asleep and dreaming when this video came on and in my dream I was in a house with producers and everytime this melody repeated I’d get up and start dancing like a fool lmao

[@D9Beats]

I'm a simple man. I see a video with Deadmau5 in the thumbnail and I click

[@Smarty9000000]

Beautiful track. Great job dissecting it as always 🎉

[@trishb5273]

Alex Rome you a legend I learnt a lot from you

[@saviorodrigues2773]

love your enthusiasm and approach !!

[@6moon18]

Appreciate these kinda videos bro keep em comin!

[@johanvanhuyssteen9217]

Such a good breakdown video. Thanks for sharing.

[@dropassassinofficial]

First time ever that a set of headphones taught me something

[@SHONSL]

This song truly is a masterpiece!

[@HaloReach242]

Love your videos man, you really have inspired me to give this a shot. You make this all seem doable

[@girth_goblin]

If you wanna make the song even better, go read the ray bradbury short story of the same name. Listening to the song after understanding the context behind the lyrics is absolutely haunting. Freaking masterpiece

[@joepmuijres8396]

"I'm going to move this point to the front of the... thing" 😅 Great work!! thanks! ❤

[@SoftClip_Q]

Ayy the uploads are back 🔥 hope you enjoyed your time off and life is good

[@mibsemusic]

Those headphones are so massive

[@maxterwel]

basically studio monitors attached to you ears lol

[@RichardGjerdin]

Which headphones is this?

[@lucasdimond5968]

you got a fair few of the notes wrong, i've done a few case studies on this song over the years as I learnt music production, but you nailed the production. Deadmau5 is such a master of EDM and someone you can learn a lot from!

[@JakebSweet]

Great video Alex!

[@Ramkatt]

Here before it blows up

[@niccko]

This is so Nostalgic!

[@LLAWREN]

I love your passion, when your face lights up 😅🤩 man it's quite simple, but there's so many elements that make it the mesmerizing song it is 🔥🙌

[@radicallycleanradicallycle4460]

Cool, beautiful

[@justinlloyd3]

This guy is so smart

[@starman5754]

Thanks for this analysis. That song has been on some playlist of mine for many years and to this day.

[@justinbraveheart26]

Deadmaus just thinking...i just pressed a couple of keys with programmed arpeggiators and it sounded great...😊

[@TuLuuQuang]

Thanks for this! Can you analyze "Get In The October Cart, Pig", I'm fascinated by that melody!!

[@apotheotic]

7:56 "That sound is nowhere close to the original but it's... Close..." lmao

[@kawa82]

We need you on a Boris Brejcha track next please 😊

[@Peron1-MC]

no youre absolutely right that is beautiful. ive tried to recreate strobe it also has cool chords :)

[@chillutar]

big love for this guy ❤

[@fromherebeyond]

Awesome! Thanks so much for this video. This kind really helps me a lot!

[@KelvinSmith-up4jz]

Love your work ❤

[@theoldtreespot]

Beautiful melody, thank you for reminding me of that song. Subscribed

[@Impuhlz]

Sick breakdown, Alex- loving your vids!

[@joshuabyers262]

I love how your tutorial covers both the sound design and arrangement. I was able to follow along with the first half using the MC-101! Then, I ran out of tracks... I'll have to figure out how to record internal samples so I can add the rest of the layers.

[@BigR5]

Great video ! But two small errors in the chords of the second part of the melody

[@554LH]

very nice breakdown, easy to follow, thank you

[@paliy5576]

Thanks !!! Moreeee tutors like that !

[@13Skribbles]

Deadmau5 is Father Rezz is God Rezzmau5 is Godfather

[@d05music17]

Dude I love your Mau5 breakdowns… they just make sh£t click when I’m thinking about my own productions nice one fella 🤙🏽

[@darkwing1289]

Watching this is like chat in a Bob Ross stream. Hesring dome of the individual parts, I'm like "RUINED!!!" And then he just plays everything together and suddenly I'm back to Nostalgia Town

[@EmanuelPins]

Very great sound i like!!!

[@IhorShandalko]

Best of the best! Personally, I'm waiting for "Channel 43" breakdown)))

[@miasnieuwoudt8952]

His second best song. Strobe being 1st

[@Natanelmusic]

I Remember sitting at 3rd place

[@LostTouristOfficial]

Reduction is the best

[@RichardGjerdin]

Faxing berlin is also pretty good :)

[@tyleredwards-h2v]

ALEX PLEASE DO A BREAKDOWN OF POLARIS PLEASE EVERYONE WANTS IT

[@evandempsey1682]

I knew it was gonna be The Veldt before I even clicked

[@TheAwesomeAccount]

This guy has the biggest headphones

[@puvendranpillay8802]

Looks funny😂

[@thijskroft785]

You said something about Deadmau5 using a lot of layers, but I dont think that is accurate. In his imaginary friends stream, it looks as if every element is only there once. One pluck, one bass, one riser, etc. I think that whole track has only 30 sounds max or smth. Dylan tallchief has a good explainer on this. The trick to deadmau5 is to automate a lot.

[@thibautmusic]

Man... i was just thinking about doing a full progressive house remix of the track ^^ Thanks for the breakdown! So so cool and the vibe... i mean come on, just amazing

[@fruityloopsquan]

hey man u always make great videos! could u make a tutorial on how nurko makes his atmospheres (and his chord progressions)? There isnt a single tutorial on nurkos atmos and hes easily the greatest of the atmos makers

[@김지영-v1b2b]

APPRECIATE THIS SO MUCH

[@kaboozle]

Alex: “I’m gonna move this to the beginning of the………thing.” Me: “now you’re speaking my language!”

[@cosmic_pursuit]

great video

[@colettedoot7517]

Thank You very much for this very helpful and inspiring.

[@colettedoot7517]

Tutorial , one if my favourite DeadMo

[@isthisforrealyes7194]

Goosebumps❤😊

[@mpzajo]

Love it, how you feel the soul of the music. Not many ppl I know, are capable of it. Deadmau5 is without doubt a talented composer. I love his mesmerizing tracks as well as those more dancey. I know it's a style change, but could you take a look at some Synthwave tracks and share your opinions? There's a lot of talented composers there. I'd start with Malo - La Dune, that's a feeling euphoria there. Then there's Turbo Knight (e.g. Bonzai, Space Cowboy, Prophecy...), LukHash, WaveShaper... I found the style when my kids were small and loud, and I had to return to nostalgia to feel like the life is easy again :D

[@anteupbeats]

Medina you and I Deadmau5 remix is my favourite

[@xlat808]

"Nothing like the original, but it's close". Yeah. Makes sense.