How We Made Latch

[@PadChennington]

this song feels like it came out forever ago and yesterday at the same time. amazing track

[@ganibattlebeard]

A timeless classic; the highest of praise. Thx Disclo for being my inspo

[@pearsemacintyre1728]

It will always be a new song to me

[@SolStateMusic]

Worth listening to Sam's raw vocals (toward end). If you start with great ingredients, you don't need $10k of plugins.

[@khobys]

So cool you got this edit!! Making moves man!

[@gnuwaves743]

@@zennyboi6432 I didn't get a Neve OR the telefunken I asked for during xmas. No one loves me I guess lol

[@DJKuroh]

@@zennyboi6432 For sure, maybe not 10k on plugins but a few thousand in great mics, preamp... maybe hardware compressors... A great voice still needs a great vocal chain.

[@WLLMUSIC]

Facts!!

[@mattwhit02]

Gratz on making this edit!!!

[@ClementBaudoin]

I literally grow up with this song, passing all my adolescent days with this masterpiece in my ears. Ah, Times really flies

[@MRblazedBEANS]

That's awesome disclosure are two talented lads

[@DaxSports1]

Same!

[@deaholz6943]

@Disclosetup same bro same

[@HC100_]

Same, Disclosure tunes (especially anything off of Settle) gives me massive nostalgia of my last couple years in secondary school. Specifically when I hear those chords in Latch I get flashbacks of summer evenings spent drinking cider with my mates lol.

[@amu3711]

i will never forget hearing this song for the first time in 2012. I've loved it ever since.

[@lucamess6191]

Oh man, if only i knew it years ago! back those days (when the song came out) me and my friends were tryng do deciper the secret of your sound. Wondering what kid of expensive gear or tapes or compressor or whatever you guys were using and try to emulate it. This puts a smile on my face. This song and this sounds means a lot to me and i have great memories about those moments. Love you guys

[@jb123abc]

seriosly man when i saw the sylenth1 sxf whoosh i was like dang all this time thinking they used only fancy gear

[@asilajeiram3039]

Bought my first car at 21 and this song cam on when I was driving off the lot..forever love this song

[@TheElectroclassic]

It goes to show that Electronic music is so young and that you can make a banger with little budget and a ton of knowledge. So, no, we don't have to worry about FM synthesis or "melodyning" things, when you have your shit together, magical things can happen. Thank you for this, this was part of my adolescent years too.

[@WLLMUSIC]

You guys changed everything for me with this song. The next day After I heard latch the first time, I was trying to learn everything I could about electronic music. Thank you!

[@billypilgrim1]

Those beeps sound glorious. Crazy how simple synth patches can carry so much emotion.

[@mikemuponda1781]

Wow I love how refreshingly honest he is, sometimes he just threw something there and that’s exactly what he tells us. I have always thought of disclosure as like music production “scientists” but glad to see that while they are incredibly talented they’re also very humble & normal haha

[@marksimmons7906]

I like how Howard is proud of his chord progression. He should be; it's very complex and elicits quite the emotional response. Glad he finally explained it too, because it's so hard to discern.

[@shanemag-ash6315]

After 9 years of being wondering, now I know it's "Another" not "Never" and I thought it was"Nah-Nah"😂 I never regret that they picked Sam Smith to be a vocal to this masterpiece because he fits with this song so much!!! Even without an auto tune.

[@IanLongo]

i always thought it was 'knock downnn' haha! great video!

[@etobaba]

I thought it was "your love"

[@harshilpatel684]

Thought it was yeah yeah

[@MyLifeAsBrandon]

I always thought it was nah-nah or no-no as well. What a bop! 🔥

[@brockbah2048]

LOL +1 for nah-nah 😂

[@ubermenschproject5287]

I used to be depressed in high school this song was my jam, i was so happy listening to it in the bus

[@lusid_music_uk]

Those raw vocals give me chills. Such attention to detail with every phrase, vibrato, stepping up and down perfectly in key. Such an incredible singer

[@mydoods]

Gosh, the track is from 2012 it's been 9 years already and still enjoying Latch!

[@paulfeher6775]

Disclosure to me is a renaissance in sound, beat making, layering and one of the few acts with a truly distinct, recognizable signature. Tremendous track that elevated dance standards to a new level.

[@nixndrea]

I was 12 years old when this song was released; now after almost 10 years each time i heard it, it always feels like the very first time. Thank you Guy & Howard for making one of my favorite songs of all times

[@nickhigginsonmusic]

Ah mine and the wife’s tune. We met when it was big , on a rather heavy weekend 😬😆 had it as our tune when she walked down the isle (well a slightly more chilled version). I’ve got into producing my own stuff in the time since using similar setup so this is very interesting all round. Great vid ! 😃🙌🙌🔈🔈

[@alonzostainbank]

One of my favourite songs of all time

[@WideAwakeAsleep]

Absolutely incredible guys! This song just never gets old - thanks for sharing this with us.

[@Eyad87]

Latch is the best song I’ve ever heard in my entire life

[@F4evrsoon]

First time I heard “Latch” was on the auditions for So You Think You Can Dance, and immediately I was like, “What is THAT???😲🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰” I was absolutely obsessed. It’s so dreamy, and with Sam’s voice it’s just 🔥🔥🔥. 😄💗

[@sinepilot]

Thank you so much. I suffer such inertia, such intimidation writing my own electronic music, and to have one of my biggest influences demystify one of their greatest tracks (yet) really helps me bust through my own lack of confidence and believe I can do this. I'm twice your age but learning so much from you.

[@user-wp4ep8vo1x]

Same we should just be recording always its hard for me to commit to it though lmao

[@laravelisbullschitt3281]

Give it up...it clearly isn't for you...

[@sinepilot]

@@laravelisbullschitt3281 Tell everyone here you're a miserable person without telling us you're a miserable person

[@Daemonis22]

@@sinepilot right? what is up with that guy?? You do you man! Your comment meant a lot to me too.

[@sinepilot]

@@Daemonis22 Right on, thx buddy, I happen to be crafting a banger right now, F that guy 😀

[@rohaxfx001]

Shed some tears of joy watching this, you guys are so clever. We love you guys. Thanks so much!

[@alvinedwards434]

I dont know how I just found this video, but I must have watched a handful of vids in the past that thought they knew the chords. Even though they arent playable, this might be one of the greatest chord progressions of all time. So good!

[@smithlo4092]

This is the first song that I heard about Disclosure but not only that Sam Smith and Jimmy Napes. This behind the scene is so great. Thank you very much for making this such amazing video.

[@crb-llz7707]

Those chord sounds gave me pure chills man. Hearing that sound once more but more defined is an incredible experience that brings back great memories. Thank you Disclosure, I am currently 21 y/o btw time flies

[@giupinkfairy]

This is so hypnotizing. This whole process always interested me. And Sam is just pure talent. I heard their raw Acapella version of their own songs during quarantine. Just *chefs kiss*

[@malouni95]

Man this is a gem. The song is such a masterpiece and it's one of the best feelings to actually be able to see a breakdown! Crazy how you made it all with logic instruments. Cheers man!

[@philipspralling1837]

This was amazing. Would love to see you guys show Omen next!

[@cmntr_]

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[@franksilval]

I always underestimate Logic but after watching this, it is definitely a serious software for music production.

[@ivierose5659]

I LOVED this breakdown, this song will never get old this joint was made almost 10 years ago and still every time I hear it it's like listening to it for the first time

[@arquitetura7d]

I heard Latch for the first time in 2019, it's already on my most listened to songs on Spotify. This song is perfect, I didn't know it was so successful.

[@darbomusic]

Incredible track. Still a banger now. Sounds incredible in the car on the subwoofer 🔥❤️

[@itisLELAND]

This song remains as one of my favorite songs of all-time. Thank you so much for kindly sharing how this was made. Very happy that Latch blew up.

[@thebrowneyedbrunette5275]

One of my favourite songs of the 21st century. Thank you for all the memories I’ve associated to this track ❤️❤️

[@themslilhairshow]

Man I remember when this came out! I loved this song my freshman year of high school and I still blast it to this day 🥰

[@sergioprieto4438]

I just close my eyes and this song can take me back in time to that special moment. Thanks for this masterpiece

[@GentryJones]

This is one of my all time favorite productions, and to know that it was all done in LOGIC??….crazy!!!👍🏽

[@whattheflipman]

I've loved this song ever since I first heard it in my bus going to high school. It immediately resonated with me cause I had a crush on a girl in my class and I was confused by it because hormones/questioning my sexuality but also wanting to be around her all the time. This song just takes me back!!! Almost 10 years later, I am a totally different person, an adult in a long term relationship and this song still takes me to that time in my life. I still love and cherish this song and will always do 💗 thank you so much to you and Sam Smith

[@DontTrip-lu5hm]

The video we didn’t know we needed. Love the song still after the years, it never gets old! Thanks for sharing more in depth how the song came to be. 👍🏽

[@josebr0]

This song was a absolute banger in the clubs at night. Really light up the place on fire.

[@brandonnang_]

Genuine question, for someone who wants to get started in music production, how do you not get overwhelmed looking at all stuff he's doing on this project? Insane. Just goes to show their talent. Nevertheless, a timeless song.

[@mkmcnll314]

For any creative software you have to remember that all these tools are just building blocks, and you're free to use as many or a few pieces as you need to. I've always found the best way to learn is to go in with a specific goal or project in mind. Constantly ask yourself "What if....?" and "How can I...?", then search out those solutions. Even professionals spend time just playing around.

[@HamiltonE]

Think of it as many small things to learn that you over time try combine. Example do something with piano, then something with piano and synths, then piano, synths and drums etc.

[@thedopest767]

I think that once you start creating your own projects that are quite big in size, you might start to understand how much stuff like automation and effects are needed.

[@StrangeAttractor]

I break it down into 10 areas: EQ, Compression, Transient Shaping, Saturation, Reverb, Stereo Field & Phasing, Harmonic Excitement, Layering, Routing & Bussing, Limiting. Disclosure’s excellent tutorials can all be broken down this way.

[@afonsocastro5288]

think of them as pieces of clothes. you could have tons of them including accessories or just simple shirt, trousers, shoes and underwear and you re also good to go!

[@ebrac17]

these guys are too humble. they really know their music theory. incredible song.

[@lordaathras]

Man, I’ve always wanted a breakdown of this song and it’s amazing that we finally have one! I was totally blown how you guys mostly use Logic stock plugins (shows you don’t need thousands of dollars worth of plugins to make a hit) and very few other plugins to create Latch. Sam’s vocals are mesmerizing, he’s such a legend and it fits sooooo well with the whole song. It’s just…perfect chemistry really. Thanks a lot for breaking this song down for us, Guy and Howard! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@RWL2012]

I don't think Sam is a "he", even if they were at the time.

[@AnastasiaYGamble]

I love this series, it's very nice to see the breakdown/how many layers make up each song, and to hear the backstory of how each song was created. Now I gotta go listen to the album again💕🔥!

[@jojak12-54]

I almost never have had a song that never got old to me or just got burnt out on it, but this and Redbone are literally the best songs ever

[@Meekismwisdom]

I'm so impressed w all of the stock plugins !

[@MyLifeAsBrandon]

Can we just talk about the panning in this song... That's literally the chefs kiss to the song. I live for those little ear candy pieces like that, they make music just so much more full of life. There's a whole world beyond just listening to music, when you learn about the stereo field and how it works, songs just take a whole new level. Oh the perks of being an audiophile. LOL

[@bykhaji]

this song changed my life fr

[@LuminorBeats]

when i was getting started in music production i would always do an exercise that consisted in recreate a song that i love from scratch, like, listening to the original and trying to nail all the right sounds, drums, synths and everything. i could never figure out the chords and the bridge melody. i used to think this song was haunted, now i know why...

[@corvoswsattano]

This was probably the coolest thing I've experienced on KZbin in quite some time. Thank you for this

[@felixwiselives]

The pluck synth beeps literally made the song in my opinion. That, the unique drum pattern and of course Sam's stunning voice. This was such a special song at such a special moment of time in music. Thank you guys!

[@roxannedunlop1044]

This song was so important to me a few years ago....still love it

[@solarsatori]

I know people say this all the time (lol) but this song literally changed my life. I was in a bad relationship and when I saw the video for the first time I remembered what it felt like to be in love and realized I needed to change my life. I've listened to it hundreds of times over the years and It still feels magic every time. Thank you.

[@Daemon1995_]

best song ever, hope you guys make another collab with sam

[@Johmo22]

Eight years waiting for this moment. I would love a Breakdown of "Boiling" 💕

[@artifact1921]

Dude, thanks for all the time spent on these breakdowns. You have raised my production to different levels. X

[@vesh_5737]

I was 7, the first time I listened to this song at my uncle's house December 2012. It was one song that got stuck in my mind but I didn't know the name or how to search but never forgot about it. Discover the name of it last year and till today its still in my KZbin music playlist. Thank You Disclosure!

[@shoukatz]

Thanks mate. Wait and See , Me , You and Howard will be shaking hands soon. We will create another hit. I am an electronic musical genius. GodSpeed

[@TylerTyy]

Thank you so much for the breakdown! It’s just perfection: the energy, the magical chords and Sam’s vocal… Ughhh. This will be forever a classic!!!

[@HypeHouseTV_]

How was “white noise” record made? My favorite song ever.

[@cmntr_]

Imagine white noise being nothing but white noise

[@BiggusNickus]

SeamlessR has a video where he recreated the main synth. It's pretty good.

[@randymoya31]

this song is literally a masterpiece i grew up with during my adolescent days and every time i listen to this song it just melt my heart and my entire body feels like an electric pinch, will forever be my favorite song at all time🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@DJCamHarris]

loving pushing on the beginners "errors" made that actually are partly responsible for how much of a banger this is....Sam's a fucking legend

[@ACoupleStoners]

I can't even begin to convey what this song means to me. The time, the nostalgia, such a great feeling to hear it again. Thank you so much for giving us this piece of history.

[@sirenss]

Latch is one of the songs that still gives me goosebumps everytime I hear it

[@TheRealSandman]

I love seeing artists & producers break down huge hit songs

[@aarongracheck943]

A modern classic. Honestly I’ve always appreciated how clean your guys production is. The reverb and delay is always on point too

[@danieletienne]

Those chords just hit different

[@AdamNZ]

The first time I heard this was live and it was the most amazing experience I’ve ever had at a live gig.

[@chrislimcoro4508]

I remember this song when i was working at a big department store and then this song was played. I can't help myself but called the operator and asked the title. Disclosure and Sam just made history that year. Thank you for this song.

[@when_life_gives_you_limes]

I can't believe how long it's been since this song was released, I still go back & listen to it every now & then.

[@YDeepMusic]

So great hearing you guys keeping it real. No bullshit approach, brilliant breakdown and logic exposure

[@deekid311]

This is one of the most fantastically produced tracks of all time.

[@xtaylorxg]

This song came out my freshman year of college and was definitely on my playlist rotation all of those years. Forever one of my faves (this one and the acoustic)!

[@tyronix05]

The first disclosure song I heard and my favourite one off all time I cannot begin to tell u how much I had this song on repeat 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@alfiekennedy1657]

i always come back to this video just to listen to 4:42. pure heaven to me.

[@pluke63]

Lawrence Brothers = ABSOLUTE GENIUS ❤️

[@_MJ07_]

I remember being in the crowd of Outlook 2012 when you played this for the first time. Amazing memories of a euphoric time. Can't believe it was 10 years ago this year!!!

[@tau5music]

The fact that this was made with a bunch of stock sounds makes it even more impressive and it goes to show you really don't need anything but a good idea to make a good song.

[@therosspalmer]

One of the best songs and most ground-breaking albums. Still listen to it regularly, much respect!

[@nobbystyles4807]

for me this is amazing that you can see how a hit record was made by the artist like this. ive dj-ed for well over thirty years and we never had any understanding how music was really made in any detail until now.

[@nardoc81]

Obrigado! Awesome to see it broken down. My girl and I’s “song” 4eva

[@tray12ish]

This song is so nostalgic. Every time I hear it, it feels like the first time.

[@APimpNamedBigBack]

This whole time I thought it was “never” and now my mind is blown. I loved this whole video. Sam’s voice was the best part because of the versatility. Even down to the whisper and the ad libs. Forever on my playlist. ❤️

[@rmxmslowverb]

Such an awesome and educational breakdown

[@johnnywoodz3494]

The beat with those vocals...a vibe you can't re produce thank u guys for this breakdown.

[@CalMc97]

Still sounds so fresh to this day!

[@victorcoelho8400]

I barely know anything at all about music production but everything about it is just fascinating

[@evanseventy7593]

So sick watching the producer relive making the beat. Latch is a classic

[@simonbarquera6414]

Hi-fi production, so in love with the way you guys spread the frequencie range of the song

[@theonlyrocha]

I'm mesmerized. That's the reason why I sing and write my songs. One day I will do magic like you guys do.

[@lavender-cat]

the most prefect song to have ever been created, nothing can top this song and what you feel or see listening to it.

[@virob9561]

I heard their set at Leeds festival last year. Felt this tune in my soul

[@Justauri-asdfghjkl]

I actually danced for probably five hours straight with this song on repeat when I first heard this song back in middle school

[@c.h9933]

seeing chords snapped to a grid like that is refreshing. honestly.

[@noimpactbeats2888]

absolute masterpiece, everything is right about this song. Which is why im still listening to it in 2022

[@UnknownMelodies95]

Thanks again for taking time, really does give me ideas to try and things i don't usually do its great to watch thank u ❤

[@lottierickwood1168]

Most favourite song ever!!! Please play it at your shows in London in March!

[@kodymonroe2613]

Anyone else just have to go listen to the full track after watching this. Amazing

[@DenTube619]

You guys are absolutely my idols