Behind the Scenes of Scruffy Videos

{ You can support me on Patreon here! / scruffymusic
{ Hear my music on BandCamp: scruffymusic.bandcamp.com/
{ And visit my official website! scruffymusic.com/
{ Here's my Twitter for more updates: / scruffy_tweets
It's time to answer your questions in this meta-video about my content! I'll go over how I create videos, my background in music, and more! I'm humbled by your curiosity about the subjects and productions on this channel, and this video has gotten me really excited for working on more of it in the future!
Thanks to DavoGato for help with the video thumbnail!
{ Videos I mentioned in this video:
Animal Crossing's Sound Design: • Wholesome Sound Design...
What is Adaptive Audio? • What is Adaptive Audio?
Pikmin 3's Convolution Reverb: • Pikmin 3 Sound Effect ...
Invisible Design in Breath of the Wild: • "Invisible" Sound Desi...
Sonic the Hedgehog's Harmonic Rhythm: • Harmonic Rhythm in Son...
Pikmin 2 in First Person: • Pikmin 2 in First Person!
The first "What I Love" tag: • Scruffy's Channel Intr...
{ Some Online Music Education Recommendations:
Video game music deep dives - / @8bitmusictheory
Well-rounded musical analysis - / @12tone
Advanced musical analysis - / havic5
Music production deep dive - / songstowearpantsto
Electronic music tech deep dive - / jjbbllkk
Izotope's learning resources - www.izotope.com/en/learn.html
Eclectic jazz lectures and lessons - / jalcjazzacademy
All about instruments and how they sound - resources.music.indiana.edu/is...
(this one may unfortunately be departing with Flash)
Barry Harris's jazz musicianship - / barryharrisvideos
Very advanced discussions of scales - ianring.com/musictheory/scales/
{ ? I ♥ }

[@ScruffyMusic]

The soundtrack to this video is now available on BandCamp! It was too much fun to make for me not to share it with everyone. scruffymusic.bandcamp.com/album/soundtrack-behind-the-scenes-of-scruffy-videos

[@rustyruinz]

Love your videos

[@hansemist]

I think he should do an analysis of music from video games based on Cartoons.

[@DanAtuch_Archives]

Also 8:06 is this Sosumi? (Mac sound effect)

[@myfriendkirby]

He composed a soundtrack. FOR A QNA VIDEO! ARE YOU *KIDDING ME??* The DEDICATION, it’s AMAZING. And on top of that, this video lets us as see and appreciate just how much love and effort and care goes into each video. He even created the little “What I Love” jingle that he creates VARIATIONS OF for EVERY VIDEO! Scruffy’s gotta be one of the most hard-working and dedicated people, just ever.

[@the_color_blue778]

Agreed he has just so much hard work in each video and you can tell he loves making these videos and is very interested in what he is talking about.

[@zerly4676]

And the best thing is he loves what he does and it definitly shows in his videos. He's one of my favourite KZbinrs ever and I'm so glad I found him.

[@neonyeko]

Not to mention the delicate pacing of every video allows the resolution brought by the "What I Love" jingle to resonate with everything you just watched, truly bringing the video to an end. The video satisfying every step of the way and wrapped up with the little bow on top that is the jingle.

[@moonboytheawesome]

I hear a metronome in the background

[@HokoraYinphine]

i love how he draws himself with the brackets used in his logo

[@popular_dollars]

is that natani on your face?

[@HokoraYinphine]

@@popular_dollars what

[@popular_dollars]

@@HokoraYinphine your profile picture. isn't that natani?

[@HokoraYinphine]

@@popular_dollars nah its zen natani got longer hair

[@james_b0nk]

it's also a nice touch because his hair in real life is long and curly

[@artsyomni]

The blocks dropping in for the after effects portion killed me. I’m dead now.

[@The_Moth1]

Rest in peace

[@i_cam]

I always thought the "hello" at the beginning of every video seemed so exceedingly inviting and friendly, and you pointing it out made me realize that it was a minor third, which is the most common/important interval in nursery rhymes and the like. The first word you say is already so carefully crafted, that's dedication man!

[@williamreid6255]

Just watch the beginning of _Language Nursery._ Even though the video’s intended for infants, Julie Aigner-Clark’s introduction is inviting to everyone!

[@Envy_May]

hello my name is elder pr-

[@Schmidtstone]

3:04 that fact that he uses the term "on lighter side" and just changes the backround from a solid black to a brighter grey makes me really happy

[@nicknuwe]

And how he goes back to the black background is pure genius! So smooth

[@AveragePixel]

I appreciate the effort you put into your videos

[@gezbit]

sme

[@azureaqua_1177]

Yo i thought you died lol, is your patreon activated?

[@BeanMann]

I feel the same way about yours.

[@theswagger3231]

Same goes to you, you dropped the best video on KZbin and just left for a year. Talk about effort

[@anotherwea6692]

@@theswagger3231 exactly! I'm begging you... :( [you can't make a coment without people telling you to come back, right? ]

[@Randomness823]

I'd also like to point out that your visual/audio balance is perfect for my ADHD. A little bit of movement over verbal information, and fun visuals over little verbal information. Neither distracts from the other. It's perfect.

[@misssongbird99]

As someone who is about to graduate from undergrad with a B.A. in music education, your videos are a joy to watch. I hadn’t found many creators that have been able to create videos that blend educating viewers on musical topics intertwined with a love for video games done at such a high level of production until I came across your channel (the videos about Splatoon and Animal Crossing are my favorites, so far). They are always so well made, and hearing more about all of the work that goes into each video has made me appreciate the final product even more. Keep up the great work!! 😁

[@theblusnake8603]

This was the most ASTOUNDING QnA i have ever watched! It just feels like a whole informative video by itself!

[@Panify]

Scruffy is so skilled he has his own leitmotif.

[@yolomationanimation9784]

14:12 I can’t tell if it’s intentional or not but the music in the back sounds super similar to your song “robots”, just wanted to say intentional or not, I love this little nod to what I can say is the most influential song that I’ve heard and it’s amazing

[@GusNStuff]

Scruffy could honestly breakdown ice melting and I would enjoy it.

[@woozy1885]

Your channel is so great. Makes my day when you upload!

[@woozy1885]

@Arik _ ?

[@jamesbaum3001]

Who on God's green earth disliked this video? Scruffy is (in my eyes) the most underrated content creator here on KZbin and pretty much anywhere else. And this video only goes to show his hard work and dedication to sharing what he's passionate about. And Scruffy? If you see this, I want to say that I finally realized why your videos are so enjoyable to watch (aside from the smooth-talking and the complex, yet understandable information). It's because you DO structure your videos so similarly to kid's shows. Thank you for sharing with me what you love

[@captaincaption]

3k to 5 is still a pretty good ratio.

[@conradrobinson7941]

@@captaincaption not good enough, infinity : 0 is just enough I suppose

[@linklinklink323]

14:11 that easter egg was clever, lately I've been listening to robots (which I love btw) and hearing that familiar sound was so brilliant

[@Adrian-ow6pr]

Now we need the background to the background video

[@chordalharmony]

David Wise doesn’t have a formal music education, and he created the DKC soundtracks

[@firebal6129]

(For those that don’t understand this mans point, go and listen to the DKC soundtracks)

[@chordalharmony]

Firebal612 Thanks for that

[@croissantboy1623]

The part about children's shows really brings to light how your videos always feel comfy and nostalgic, despite possibly having never seen them before.

[@BagMonster]

Omg imagine the pure glory of an HOURS LONG SCRUFFY VIDEO.

[@JazzyJasperZ]

I love how at 11:56 you played piano in the style of the pianists that you were talking about. Details like this are my favorite parts of your videos!

[@sunnyd1722]

I live for that “hello”.

[@valleman5456]

Omg i just NOW noticed that Scuffy’s intro says “What i loved”

[@lavaguava2648]

i see whatcha did there putting your patreons in the What I Love brackets...

[@poppyEars]

god,,, imagine a scruffy breakdown of undertale,,,,,,,, *chef's kiss*

[@francocerna4889]

The amount of effort you put in your videos us recognized and appreciated. Thank you for not only entertaining me but also teaching me and inspiring me to continue doing music

[@Garathon]

"supportive comment"

[@parkerargyle4112]

*supportive comment 2*

[@d.l.7416]

Supportive comment 3: electric boogaloo

[@squeenixu]

@@parkerargyle4112 electric boogaloo

[@ConnorLinley]

"Appreciative Response"

[@flingstone1510]

i know nothing about music but i love your vids, and this one right here just made me wanna start learning music

[@adrianluis5163]

De Blob is my favorite Wii game mainly for the adaptive audio! I haven’t played the second game, but I’m glad to hear that it keeps the solo instrumentation. I could talk about so many things regarding De Blob’s music, but I think that’s best saved for my raffle entry!

[@MelodicMiner5]

For the last minute or so of the video, I couldn’t pay attention to what you were saying because I was having so much fun enjoying the music! That was such a cool orchestration you made for your tag theme and I was just jamming out :)

[@sirsins9598]

Scruffy: Uploads video Bad vibes: Why do I hear boss music? ... and why do I also know which musician inspired it?

[@humblebee5575]

For some reason, I just KNEW you were gonna say De Blob 2. Good taste, my man! I would always be orange in that game whenever possible since I play the trombone and wanted to hear all the funky licks the game had to offer. Edit: Ooh also if you cover Kirby music, I would love to hear your take on how the most modern game Kirby: Star Allies reworks the classic Green Greens motif. I know pretty much every modern Kirby final boss theme quotes Green Greens at some point, but Void Termina's does so in some really cool ways, and becomes a whole lot more interesting when you dive into the lore connections between Kirby and Void Termina. Sorry for ranting there, I'm somewhat of a Kirby Lore Historian. Best of luck, can't wait to hear what you do next!

[@TheNathannator]

12:04 this section unlocked some long-forgotten memories, wow i recognized the Blue's Clues theme (the bass in particular) despite not having watched it in ages lol this video was an absolute delight, thank you

[@BongoBybs]

I remember first finding your channel when I was trying to look for something pikmin

[@picori4847]

I'm quite a bit late, but oh my goodness! I've never heard anyone talk about DeBlob 2's change in sound when painting in a different color. It certainly isn't a masterpiece of a game or anything, but that little secret is just *chef's kiss* Also, I knew you covered music, but to write new songs for your videos?? That's so cool, dude. The amount of dedication you put into your content is admirable to say the least.

[@PiercingSight]

I've wanted to get into creating my own "educational" channel for a long time, and obviously I would create the soundtrack and animations and everything for it myself. This is inspiring me more and more to just do it, even if I don't have a whole lot of time between my job and other obligations. Personally, I would want it to be a full time gig where I just get to rant about all of the nerdy things that I think are cool like music, science, math, linguistics, cryptography, computer programming, and more. Perhaps one day I'll get to fulfill that dream of mine, and I think it will start with me just doing it. Thank you for the push!

[@Ian-gt6kg]

you got a sub, comrade. you’ll do great!

[@FabiolaMunozOrtiz]

I can’t help but smile while watching this video. The amount of effort and love he’s put in this and every video he’s made is incredible!! I’ve learnt so much from his videos and thanks to him I’ve also been motivated to research on my own as well. Thank you for inspiring me and I hope you can continue doing what you love!

[@dabi_]

This video is criminally underrated. Thank you so much for posting this.

[@tonkyland]

personally i adore each and every one of your videos and compositions, vgm or otherwise! on a more common interest level, video game music is wonderful and it's amazing to see someone with the experience you've gained over the years analyze and teach all of us about its intricacies. thank you for crafting all these videos with *love* and care, and i can't wait for the next one!

[@wynneview]

I was just listening to Bill Evans when you posted this :D thank you scruffy, you, along with others, have encouraged me to minor in musical studies when I go to college in a year or so! You are a big inspiration to me

[@magnitude10199]

His little "hello!" Makes me so happy

[@icecatti]

honestly, how do you do everything? it's always inspiring seeing someone who has woven so many interests into their process. Just goes to show you that the best designers pursue many different passions and are always willing to learn new things.

[@ottertotter5932]

Your point about making music being about discovery, really strikes with me. Because in TV shows, movies, and games The background music is what I'd like to listen to the most. Take adventure time for example, the BGM in there is all over the place and crazy. Your videos along with my interests in BGM make me want to make my own music. But I do not know anything about music composition or a lot of music history. I wonder what I can make and how different it will sound from everything else since I have no background in it. (which is a half truth because I did band but I did not pay attention)

[@BoyProdigyX]

There's such an easy, relaxed mood to every Scruffy video, I had no clue the process was so precise and involved. It takes a true master to make it all look so effortless. Thanks for all you've given us so far!

[@Andreus1]

Dang, 30-60 hours per video?? That's dedication, and it shows through!

[@kwispy9932]

I swear his voice is so therapeutic :')

[@andresz8067]

It's so nice to see such a clear and concise description on how your videos are made, they're some of my favorite vids to watch on youtube. On another note, de blob was such an awesome game! Only now do I realize there was adaptive audio there, it made it so much better

[@conlan_drumsyt2784]

Love the piano lick you played when thelonious monk came up on screen.

[@aquaz_1895]

I love the game show feel of this video at certain portions ( like the end) it works perfectly with a qna. Excited to see what comes next

[@_rafrigerator_]

I've never actually tried to listen to the background music while watching the video. This one made me do it and i love it.

[@the_color_blue778]

It is honestly my favorite video game soundtrack and the music fits just so amazingly with the game play

[@g_in_garage]

THANK YOU for arranging the Blues Clues theme! Favorite part of the whole video

[@punkitt]

Hearing that you're inspired by Mr. Rogers of all things REALLY makes just _too much sense._ Thank you for the wonderful, friendly videos. They're always a blast to watch.

[@2burgers2go81]

This is, hands down, the best Q/A video I have ever seen! I can’t wait to see what else you get up to in the future, Scruffy. You rule!

[@melcasucre2971]

This video made me realize that you're currently my favorite content creator in term of videos, in particular educationnal videos thanks for making me so enthousiast about sounds and music !

[@halfpace1462]

You should look into the team fortress 2 soundtrack, from the animations, they are quite good

[@navyblues6661]

agreed

[@sneakybeakylike9361]

Yeah, every character has a leitmotif

[@FoxerTails]

Of course, Blue's Clues! That's exactly one of the feels that I get from your videos! And I can certainly appreciate that.

[@chickensandwich9977]

Even though I am an artist and found your Visuals segment very entertaining, I was blown away and captivated by the Music segment. I forget you make your own music for these videos (the Blues Clues theme was very well performed). It's incredible. Stay humble, Scruffy.

[@caringtails3829]

I don't know, there's just some homemade feel about his video that I just can't get enough of.

[@liambaron7112]

I realise this video is 2 years old and this comment will very unlikely be read but I wanted to say your channel is a blessing, each and every one of your videos is so carefully crafted, the result is just amazing and you make it all look so simple yet so interesting. Your content is educational but not discourageing. You honour the video games and developers and allow us to enjoy even more the details that make the video games we play. Your voice and tone are soothing and I could watch your videos all day. I discovered What I love a couple months ago and am so glad you are still writing and posting videos. Thank you !!

[@theOGTessTickle]

This is the only video I have ever watched that has no dislikes. I think that just shows how amazing Scruffy and this community is. 💜

[@megacrazy04]

God this is so interesting, I knew these videos must, of course, be a lot of work but to see you lay it out like that is crazy -- your talent and dedication is so inspiring!

[@cakecakes31]

Ooooh This will be a good video. Thanks for making my days better, and making me learn :)

[@Lukz243]

I don't know what to say but admire your work both as a musician and video essayist. I mean, you've composed a song for just a Q&A video

[@kaspersloth5099]

All of you analysis videos could be hours long, and I would watch every second of it. This is so cool and inspirational.

[@sinematrix]

You're the Master, of all media elements. First when I saw your video, I knew this guy was a genius, but with more and more video I saw in your channel, I realize that you are a master, in music, visual, and art. Its a honor to have your music from bootcamp, cheers!

[@scotu7075]

I want your hand-writing skills so badly

[@Xenunt1]

Of all the creators I've found on KZbin, you probably are the most committed and under subscribed. Absolutely love your content.

[@anthonygaspar01]

I'd LOVE to see you talk about music in general! Especially composing!

[@_leaflens]

the amount of love, effort, and care put into scruffys videos will always cheer me up. definitely one of my favourite creators.

[@poriii]

thats honestly so cool that you use your voice to make a trombone and tuba sound, i wouldve never though of that!

[@Snowyquill]

Thank you for your amazing work. You are one of my main inspirations to strive to become a better technical sound designer every day! 💜

[@therealshazz]

The longer I follow this channel, the more I love it! Your content is too good, we don't deserve you!

[@alexcoleman6199]

Your videos are just so soft and comforting, I love your work here on KZbin. Stay safe man.

[@Creeku1]

What I love about your videos is how entertaining and educational they can be, no wonder your inspirations are what they are; It's astounding the work you put into these, can't wait for the next one.

[@number1freshlemon56]

Whenever I watch your videos, I literally cannot stop smiling. Keep it up, man!

[@W3st3rnSky]

I know I'm late to the show for this video, but I only just got around to it. I have to say, though, that playing a game scored with Scruffy's style of music sounds like one of the most relaxing gaming experiences one could have.

[@chasebrace7575]

Since you said you do accept requests, you should try do dive into "A Short Hike" music. And besides that it's really short and sweet so you'll have fun playing it too.

[@Die-Coughman]

This video put a huge smile on my face by the time the end card came around.

[@soraqua7596]

What I LOVE about your videos is, exactly, I can feel that you are creating what you love. I see and hear the passion and I respect you very much as a creator! Sorry, can't express it any better but whatever you do, I will keep watching it

[@ruthanne1741]

the amount of time and energy he puts into his videos.... wow! makes me appreciate them even more

[@epicsause21]

8:30 the trombone and tuba are you? That's really impressive

[@auchTammo]

It's wonderful to see all the effort you put in your videos. With just the simple yet beautiful visuals which help to transport the incredible sound design, which is just perfect. Thanks to your videos I appreciate the sounds in games so much more than ever before.

[@fairks7876]

Your channel is by far the best inspiration source on earth. Seeing how one person is dedicated so much to what he loves that he spends days making it. Keep up the great work, I'm looking forward to what ever you do!

[@iatoa2812]

Gosh, It would be so amazing to have scruffy tutorial series on anything!

[@nmarting]

Can't believe youtube only now recommended me this video, but it gives such amazing insight into this awesome channel, happy that you keep doing what you love and we as a community love watching what you create, has to be one of my favorite channels on youtube

[@zerly4676]

It may be because I had a bad day, but I cried a lot during this video, because you are genuinely such a wonderful person! You have such a wonderful, relaxing voice, your visuals always amaze me and your music is just chefs kiss 💕 I'm literally in tears and so looking forward to everything you will do in the future! You are so wholesome 😭

[@jacobritthaler3412]

Keep up the good work homie the real ones see your talent

[@shelby.9706]

I just discovered this channel last night and have been binge watching since then. I just love how much effort you put into making these educational AND entertaining! I really appreciate all the hard work put into these videos.

[@ConnorOKeefe]

You are hands-down my favorite video essayists / online educator. I'm currently working through my MFA in Documentary and have been totally learning how to re-think sound design. It's been a huge challenge as I'm definitely a more visually-inclined person, and struggle to wrap my head around using sound with the same level of depth that I know how to work with images. Your videos are a constant source of knowledge and information, and I tend to watch each one twice. Once to learn about the actual topic of the video, and again to study and understand that audio design YOU put into making it! Incredibly appreciate of your hard work on providing such rich education and making it readily available :)

[@funfan2345]

I'm such a huge fan of your work, it deserves WAY more attention from how much time you dedicate to these videos!!

[@Lithobraker]

Hey, if you ever wanted to make a video about De Blob- either game- I'd love to see that! It's been years since I played them, but I know they have a lot to offer when it comes to adaptive audio and just having an interesting, unique style. There's surely a lot to learn there!

[@unlockedocean176]

The quality on these videos has to be the best I’ve seen on KZbin. I love your content and a new video always brightens my day.

[@eggdroppedsoup]

GOD the amount of work that goes into these videos is awe inspiring!! I fell in love with your channel at first sight and I can't believe you're not more popular

[@skimmoon]

wow... i just stumbled across your content and i LOVE it, it’s exactly the sort of deep dive mixed with broad introductory content that I love so much. It’s a way for people with expert knowledge and passion to let lay-people in on some of the fun. Psyched to keep watching!

[@soundproof132]

I didn't actually expect to learn some things today! You've been a great inspiration for me and I always get excited that someone with such talent and passion also loves pikmin 2.

[@BinaryPLUR]

You are easily one of the most genuine, and cool creators! You have such a beautiful soul ;w; your work is so beyond impressive and inspirational! (I found you so late through your FNAF Sound Design which was so incredible, like all of your work!) I am so excited for all your plans! It is undeniable that your peak quality for videos is extremely inspiring! Also, your "Hello!" at the beginning of every video you do is genuinely so heartwarming.

[@Rotem_S]

This whole channel is great and the in depth look made me appreciate it even more, nice

[@themetephoricalfew8522]

Omg I love your videos! I've been watching since the Pikmin 3 sound effects trivia video and have fallen absolutely in love with the What I Love series. The way the videos are made and how clean, entertaining, and informative they are. It is clear that there is a lot of love put behind this channel and honestly whenever I see that a new video on my page and hear the iconic intro it brightens my day so much. If I could support on patreon I definitely would to support you and the lovely work you do on this channel! ❤❤❤

[@goldsocks9999]

Your videos consistently spark my interest in making music.