Crafting the Ocean in the Music of ABZÛ (feat. Austin Wintory)

[@awintory]

Thank you again SO SO much Scruffy for this honor. Working with you on this was a dream but the amount of effort you put into this analysis really leaves me speechless

[@DallasCrane]

Incredible scores, incredible analysis by Scruffy. Seriously so hyped about this depth of analysis and behind-the-scenes for video game music

[@PatientPete]

No homo guys, but I really love this, and love you guys, this is really really good, keep it up

[@PatientPete]

And by keep it up I mean make sure you enjoy and you’re satisfied with what you do, this is the kind of music that I love when doing something, even tho it’s made to be background music for a game I feel like I could listen to it on a playlist

[@shiwakao]

love seeing you work w him austin! your work on journey has srsly impacted some of my outlooks and opinions n im glad to say that cello is now one of my fav instruments :p

[@patrickmarkduffy8286]

Your score is so beautiful Austin, well done.

[@b51waterclub51]

I think most people don’t realize how good the editing in these videos are, everything just has this amazing sense of flow and unique style through the text choice and colors. Good job

[@awintory]

Seconded! Scruffy is a master

[@Ruboka]

those timings are perfect. you can see the graphics moments before he mentions the meaning of them and just as he does the animation hits the spot soo good. i reeealy like this video, truly a piece of art in it self.

[@jaydn3186]

His voice makes me happy

[@trupotato]

That's _why_ it's good. It's _so_ good, that you don't even _notice_ it's good. The best kind of editing.

[@DallasCrane]

Make sure to check out Austin and Scruffy's second video on Austin's channel!!

[@iamnoone21]

Idk what it is but I love that friendly little "Hello!" in the intro

[@isabellarussell4407]

The “I’m scruffy” is so warm and friendly too. :)

[@Ian-gt6kg]

i believe that is a chord he’s singing, commonly used in nursery rhymes.

[@lavaguava2648]

i dont understand 80% of what youre saying but the way you do it makes me feel like an absolute music genius like im learning so much about all types of music

[@expoogaloo]

Ah, another one.

[@Snowyquill]

Had to stop at the spoiler threshold, but I'll be back once I've experience the music in-game myself!

[@atlasg8426]

This is the biggest cross-over ever to man kind.

[@jimbob3332]

ABZU is a game so beautiful I nearly cried. Great to see someone talking about it.

[@mixandjam]

I'm absolutely impressed by this video! Fantastic work Scruffy! Big kudos to Austin too! Such an amazing collaboration!

[@deep-spaghetti]

scruffy’s soothing voice almost managed to completely quell my thalassaphobia that the visuals in this video rile up. almost...

[@Jiroxys25]

hey wow i really started crying at the end there

[@FlippersPhD]

I love how the pacing of the video almost mimics the pacing of the game itself you can tell Scruffy really worked on the script to compliment the score in its pacing

[@Boney9551]

You’ve certainly come along way from talking about the secrets of the pikmin 2 title screen, I would have never expected two of my favourite musicians would collaborate to talk about one of my favourite game scores!

[@dandazed5846]

40 MINUTES?! Oh my go-

[@Ruboka]

wait what? i did not notice how long it was, i enjoyed every moment so much, time went by so fast. man this analysis is realy well done if you are having fun watching it. :D

[@lavaguava2648]

-odness. oh my goodness. thats what you were gonna say right? RIIGHT???

[@phlapjakz]

40 minutes of scruffy is a 40 minutes well spent.

[@Nitram4392]

Dam. This soundtrack has layers.

[@masonp.6255]

Ok, I knew you anylized music and sounds, but I kinda forgot how amazing the animation is...

[@OutbackCatgirl]

i literally cry every time i hear a lot of this soundtrack

[@victorsaila5879]

just walked home after a 9 hour shift, i really needed this..

[@Sadcat-vy8xn]

hows your job going now?

[@victorsaila5879]

@@Sadcat-vy8xn Hey, thanks for asking! I no longer work at that job (Dominos) and I work at an orphanage for the disabled now. Its a really great gig that pays twice as much as Dominos and I was finally able to b

[@GuyInBlackClothes]

Such a whole conversation in KZbin. I love this.

[@Sadcat-vy8xn]

@@GuyInBlackClothes oh dude thank you for commenting I didn’t see that dudes reply lol

[@Sadcat-vy8xn]

@@victorsaila5879 I’m glad it ended up working out for ya :) that’s really cool

[@Carsian]

This video analysis is absolutely FANTASTIC. I've heard of ABZÛ but I've never taken the time to look into it. Three minutes into the video and I'm instantly hooked and inspired.

[@pancakesposts4812]

Abzú is one of my favorite games I’ve played! It’s the only game I’ve replayed more than once. It’s fun, exiting, and I loved it! If they could make a sequel, I’d be the happiest! Too bad they... If you haven’t played it, let’s just say they can’t make a reasonable story sequel after the ending. :(

[@cakecakes31]

This reminds me of Ori, which is another game with similar sounding orchestral music. That could be a topic for a later day if you wanted to

[@icespirit7829]

I reaaally wish that would happen in the future

[@cirlu_bd]

And Grayfruit, my favorite streamer (even if I never catch the streams and prefer watch the VODs) just played this game the other day ! He's the one that introduced me to Pikmin, it's thanks to him that I got recommended one of your video on pikmin a long time ago ! Everything is connected !

[@gediboy5695]

He asked how the soundtrack was made. I really hope he finds this video

[@bunny-ys9up]

Scruffy will singlehandedly carry us through 2020 with his smart, interesting, entertaining, lovingly made videos 🥺 love you Scruffy!!!

[@elle0024]

My biggest dream is to work on a title like this, with people this inspiring ♥️

[@The8BitPianist]

What a great analysis. It perfectly encapsulates what I love about Austin's music. It's so creative and complex, but always for the sake of the game and the story. It's what makes his scores so essential to this game. I vividly remember playing Abzu for the first time - especially this climactic part at 30:06 - and being completely in awe, thinking: "So this is what video games can be." Thanks to Austin for this sublime score!

[@bizzarehuman]

It's cool that Austin was on board for this.

[@dego-mon]

Me: I should practice for my music final Scruffy: music theory time

[@TapDat52K]

Holy fucking shit. This is the content I am subscribed for. Austin Wintory collab in the house!!! And a new game to buy!

[@judet2992]

This type of piece and video composition, as well as the topic and style always put me at ease. This one in particular hit me good. I’m about to go to bed after this. I’m all cozy, reflecting on my day a lot like this game. I love this. I just feel happy, and that is amplified by the gym stuff I did in the morning. I can’t wait to play this.

[@opalmirage]

i JUST played this last night

[@sushi5326]

Wow Austin also did the soundtrack for Monaco: whats yours is mine which is one of my favourite soundtracks. I NEVER knew he composed for journey amd abzu

[@phlapjakz]

That “what I love” jingle at the end brought it all together. I don’t wanna admit it, but it made my cry a little.

[@myfriendkirby]

I’m only 3 minutes in but I’ve gotta say that the visuals, as usual, are so, so, amazing.

[@TheSpinia]

Scruffy your channel deserves much more attention, I hope many others come across your content and enjoy it for themselves.

[@Nafinafnaf]

i recently made a lets play of this game, im not plugging my own channel or anything (i only have like 4 videos), its just a nice coincidence that i found this video after i played it. but i mostly dint realize there even was music at all while playing.

[@pupper__]

Omg I loved playing abzû it was so beautiful

[@kpdelaney6460]

I loved his music in AC Syndicate, too. Great video game composer!

[@idrinkwaterinonebreath4111]

I've been waiting for more analysis content! I love how easy to follow along as you explain music techniques and components and vocabulary. It is very enjoyable to consume and experience as a non-technical music explorer. Collaboration with the composers kind of emphasizes the emotion and work that went into these beautifully constructed musical moments. In otherwords, this is a beautiful video and I am in love with your content.

[@KirbyFanFortWenny]

this is one of the greatest videos on this website. thank you so much for sharing

[@agnusdeivotion]

Thank you so much for making this video! You deserve all the support in the world!

[@skypuppeteer]

Goodness, this really makes me want to play Abzu again. I've already played it multiple times, but the music, the visuals, the story... all of it made me come back to it, again and again. If I do end up playing it again some time soon, you better be it won't be the last time I will play it.

[@ottertotter5932]

I loved all the different call out at the beginning of everything he's worked on. When I found tooth and tail which had the soundtrack composed by him I listened to it for a solid 3 months

[@extraterrestrial8955]

Abzu and the banner saga are both some of my favorite games this is so cool!

[@iatoa2812]

I think it is the best video I have ever seen on youtube, thank you for your work Scruffy.

[@rowedavis2630]

40 minutes of Scruffy? Truly a blessed day

[@lunanyx8592]

Austin talking about "The Choir" instantly made me think about Skyrim and Halo 3. So much emotion in one place.

[@theholyslice868]

This is the exact game i wanted you to make a video on

[@birdface5145]

OMG I LOVE THAT GAME COMPANY

[@DallasCrane]

Giant Squid, too!

[@yazuto]

this video makes me so emotional! an incredibly powerful throwback to one of the most beautiful games I've ever played, no, experienced

[@Cybele74]

I love how polished this video is

[@barbecueshoes9212]

I played ABZÜ for the first time blind years ago and it was an amazing, impactful experience. This music pushed it from beautiful to completely stunning. Thank you Austin.

[@mimisaiko]

Dang Scruffy just did a video on ABZÛ, now I have to finish the game so I could watch it!

[@baiterfish7901]

This was such an amazing video! Like holy crap this was awesome. ABZU is one of the coolest games I've ever played and the soundtrack is one of the most unique I've ever heard. It's so fascinating to learn why it works the way it does

[@LaChroniqueEdgy1816]

I swear, even your french is amazing, I can't I just can't

[@alex2416]

this channel is incredible, thank you for all your work.

[@colsonwingate7658]

I don’t understand why people dislike such AWESOME content.

[@icespirit7829]

They have a sad life

[@SchoolofRockNRoll]

this video kinda has a special meaning for me AND I HAVENT EVEN SEEN IT YET nor played the game. but what i'll say is that when im done with botw (i started a few weeks ago) this game is next on my list (or maybe katamari, i have been postponing playing that for months lol). my point; i cant wait to finally watch this video. i think im more excited to watch this video than actually playing the game AND I AM FREAKING STOKED TO PLAY THE GAME lol 2021 Dec 31st update: i finished the yesterday. Woah.

[@AngryArmadillo]

The quality of these videos is astonishing. Really great work!

[@jimmyhsp]

scruffy you are the best music youtuber hands down

[@anxiousrobot82]

I always cry when listening to the music in Abzu, it’s gorgeous

[@dannyb.953]

I've had this video in my "to watch later" playlist ever since it came out. I absolutely wanted to play the game first and I finally got round to it a couple days ago. I played it beginning to end in one go, and I'm so glad I did. Like you said, this game is an experience, and I'm so glad I waited for your video. It's just so wonderfully done. Your collaboration with Austin is the stuff of dreams on the KZbin sphere, and what is truly sublime is the amount of work you put into your videos. So thank you for blessing us with all of this, I'm so glad I discovered your channel

[@jazz69420]

your videos are some of the best I've seen- the visuals are nice, you are a very nice artist and editor, its smooth and nice to look at. however, for when im playing it in the background, the verbal part of the video is just as nice. your voice is calm and never shouts into my ear, and you explain things in a way that isn't boring yet you simplify complex things so that everyone can enjoy them. you are a very great musically, visually, verbally and at editing , and you also just seem like a god damn nice guy who doesn't judge people or look down on people, being okay with explaining things in a simple (yet interesting) way and honestly just wanting to share what you love with the world. can't remember the last time I felt genuinely excited to watch every single video of someone's, please don't stop doing What [You] Love :] commenting on this video in particular because this seemed like such a love labor

[@Alexwgr]

All of your videos give me such a unique feeling while watching it. The music, editing and style. I found your channel through your Breath of the Wild video, and I’ve been a fan ever since. Thank you for these videos.

[@rendiggietydog]

wow that was a beautiful video! I loved hearing Austin's insights and your analysis was so clear and eloquently put. I loved all the little animations and graphics, they really helped me understand everything, especially since I don't know much about music. The whole video just had a really great flow, I never felt lost or got distracted.

[@mellowyellow5427]

Grayfruit just came out with a full playthrough and I referred him to this video. I hope he watches it. He was in love with the soundtrack.

[@stuffedanimalwars7692]

I wouldn’t be surprised if grayfruit has seen this video. I think he saw scruffy’s portroid video, so he’s probably aware of this channel’s existence

[@patrickfuentes3511]

This deserves so much more attention! You blew it out of the water

[@FlowieFX]

Nice one

[@sauzeefy]

the "what i love" at the very end was soooo sick dude

[@tar.and.feather]

wow. incredible analysis and amazing visuals, really enjoyed watching!

[@patrickmarkduffy8286]

Incredible, I just bought the game there after seeing this.

[@knif1e]

i’m so happy that this phenomenal channel is covering one of my favorite games. Abzü is a fantastic game and i’m glad its getting some attention!!

[@Woedenaz]

Jesus, Scruff, this video is INCREDIBLE. I don't really have much else to say just.... Wow.

[@SapphireLeaf10]

This is such an amazing breakdown of such an amazing soundtrack

[@BedrothVGM]

Great video as usual, and really cool insights from Austin. I'm so used to him being in the interviewer's chair these days that it's nice to hear him get a chance to talk about his own work!

[@ASCENDANTGAMERSAGE]

Your content is amazing scruffy. An absolute joy to watch anything you make. You're very skilled and I sincerely hope that if you want to continue making videos you receive everything you need to continue. Excellent work. :)

[@that_dut6703]

At the beginning it sounds like he is saying “what do I love”

[@TheBeingOfAsh]

It's nice seeing such an in-depth look at Abzû's music, it's given me so much more appreciation for the amazing soundtrack.

[@musicdev]

I bought ABZU’s amazing soundtrack and it came with a great game. Quite the deal if I say so myself

[@Fabthelaw]

What an amazing video ! Thanks !

[@babymeej]

Putting this in watch later so I can check it out after I play the game

[@dirtydan_BTK_]

I just watched this game on Grayfruit's a couple days ago! Amazing timing.

[@ghosticore3561]

Its always a joy to see a new upload from you! Your work never fails to brighten my day ♡

[@no0t2]

Abzu's soundtrack is so beautiful. I loved the game so much, had to replay it again!

[@thorasaylor5075]

I did the same 🤭

[@VeloxFox]

Man, Journey will forever be my favourite artistic game. And the fact that Abzu follows that kind of beautiful gameplay is too good, all you could do while playing is just smile :)

[@dysonsquid]

I really enjoyed abzu as an experience, and you've made the game even better with this analysis. I absolutely loved this video, you should be proud very of it too! You've done a fantastic job!

[@silver_the_rowlet2521]

Even two years later, this video essay/interview remains one of my favourites. Thank you Scruffy, you wonderful human being!

[@Multi-Waves_Music]

I watched this when it came out and I understood a bit, but after studying music theory I understand so much more and I can incorporate so many of these techniques and ideas now. Thank you so much for your analysis and for sharing everything in such delicious stylistic easily digestible videos.

[@pinkjaguar12]

I literally didn't know about that system of audio mixing before, literally designing game mechanics to connect to musical notes. Thank you so much for explaining all of this, this was so lovely to watch.

[@sabrinajoanne6788]

I love this game so much!!!

[@thewanderingchelmet]

Everyone say hello to Scruffy!

[@cakecakes31]

Hello Scruffy

[@DallasCrane]

Hello Scruffy!

[@Death4Breath]

Hello Scruffy

[@EpicMasonic]

Hello!

[@ekkehard8]

Hiiii! 😄

[@tentickles3728]

Abzu had a huge impact on me when I first played it. The music, visuals, and the wordless story telling all captivated me. Seeing that you got to collaborate with the man who made the songs possible, I feel amazed. I'm glad you got to work together! Hearing Abzu's music again after several years and some dark turns in my life nearly brought tears to my eyes. The game used to be my comfort game.

[@filmotter]

AMAZING. I love Abzu so much and the fact that you got to collaborate with Austin is pretty dang cool!

[@Mioumi]

40 minutes on how the soundtrack is made with an amazing job at editing?? I gotta play it

[@deikay5414]

I keep coming back to this video. It’s so polished. I’d love to see more videos like this

[@lillaschneller2450]

ABZÛ has single-handedly convinced and motivated me to learn scuba diving, I love this game so much!

[@sirreginaldfishingtonxvii6149]

This is such a fantastic and unique channel. I don't even really know what to say, I don't have the descriptive skills for it. It's just good, and it makes me both feel good when watching it and I learn new, interesting things through the videos. Thank you. :)

[@Joel-qo6gt]

Thank you for allowing me to watch up until 15:46. I'll wait to watch the rest of the video until I've seen the credits sequence of ABZU. This may turn out to be an interesting video to watch later.

[@jackpumpoen]

finally watched this after two days of being busy, and the heart you put into these videos is always so inspiring. your videos have inspired me to try creating my own music before, and while i have gotten frustrated with using different programs and figuring out pacing, i always want to try again after seeing the things you do. thank you scruffy

[@ray-kast]

Wow, this channel is criminally underrated...

[@naeleahbell4114]

The art and effort and time put into this video is stunning. Your analysis is amazing, I'd love to see longer videos like this more often

[@itwr]

Thank you for all this work! It's so inspiring :)

[@fatimavilla4649]

This is beutiful thanks Scruffy. I love "that game company" and you collaborating with Austin makes me so happy.