Aligning Life and Music: My 2024 Biggest Lessons

[@OoraMusic]

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[@noahbodhi4349]

A strange question. If somebody wanted to explore synths like this, do you have any recommendations on a place to start? Hardware or software? I like the idea of sooth through music. Thanks!

[@Rustik1722]

Why is the world a terrible place outside your bubble? I am asking to perhaps nudge you to do more content about mental health, life, and creativity. Greater discussions would be interesting. I definitely can identify with your battles. I would enjoy a discussion with you. For you and I, or perhaps you can post it.

[@MilesKvndra]

As someone who deals with a depressive disorder as well, I can so much relate to that. Recently took some actions as well to get in a better shape, it’s crazy how good habits can change the way we feel, especially about ourselves. Lots of love for you 💜

[@nicholasbinder5593]

2024 was rough. Everything you've said about how your life was before July, I can relate so much to that. I was at the lowest point of my life around the time the OP-XY came out. When the XY was released, I felt so detached from my love for music production that I just felt nothing. I didn't care, and that made me anxious and angry. When I jumped on the hate bandwagon (because it was easy and gave me at least something to feel), I realized that I had to change something. This video just gave me so much hope... I'm gonna start therapy soon, I'm gonna change my way of life. Thank you, I can't tell you enough on how motivational, inspiring and hope-giving this was. I'm very happy that you got out of the darkness, and I wish you a fantastic and (first and foremost) happy 2025.

[@TeddyBaas]

wow this is like myself talking to me. Im in a dark place now. I too am at 123kg and drinking too much and chain smoking cigarettes and living a shell of a life that I thought I would have and decided that I too need learn to love myself and this year will be the year I forgive myself and improve my life. Thank you for sharing.

[@filo1210]

brother , try fasting , try no alcohol, i know its easier said than done but its changed my life. You are worthwhile and wonderful

[@bondi5000]

What is it with 123kg? I hit that weight too and decided to break from alcohol and explored fasting. Never looked back. Good luck!!

[@arentsen.studio]

Thanks

[@Pahfluxus]

Congrats, maybe the most honest video a saw on yt for quite a while. It touched me in so many ways suffering from depression for a long time and having a real bad impact in 2024 I still found my harmony to continue what I do with my music, media and art. And you are so right: it all about your personal values to follow!

[@KanzeNYC]

It's so beautiful to see you doing better Federico

[@brawndothethirstmutilator9848]

Bro, this kind of openness and public vulnerability is commendable! It’s inspiring to see you create, but it’s even more inspiring to see you sharing this type of deeply personal growth. Wishing you a wonderful 2025 👌

[@OoraMusic]

I appreciate that!

[@lucapecss4698]

È pazzesco come ci concentriamo a volte sulle negatività,indipendentemente dalla nostra situazione sociale.Siamo prilivegiati comparati a più del 70%del resto del mondo. A volte guardando i tuoi video mi son trovato a provare invidia (buona) Non capisco chi sputa cattiverie sul tuo canale,sei riuscito a tirar fuori un lavoro dalle tue passioni. E credo che tutti se avessero avuto la possibilità di sponsorizzare qualche prodotto avrebbero preso la palla al balzo, magari sarebbero stati anche meno onesti nelle recensioni. Il fatto che tu sia riuscito a smettere di fumare dimostra che hai spina dorsale. Stai forte! Oora e sempre buona musica!

[@vaclavsmerda2103]

I appreciate the vulnerability. You are not afraid to show it on KZbin. I watched your OP-XY video when it came out. Despite the fact, that it will never be a piece of gear for me, I really saw how much you enjoyed using it. That was very inspiring for me, because for me music always starts as fun but often turns into a task. You just had fun. I am sorry about your challenges last year. We all deal with our own challenges. So even though I do not know you, I am happy that you are much better now. Your videos broaden my horizons, thank you for making them.

[@SkerryVibe]

You are a true source of inspiration in so many ways, thank you

[@mclarensmps]

I am glad you were able to turn things around, and look forward to hearing your music throughout the year :).

[@michaelkonomos]

Man, hearing you talk about therapy, SO welcome. Me too man. Me too. So helpful and men just aren’t talking about it enough.

[@uweschnitzler9551]

I am feeling so touched by this. It is like talking to an old friend. Thank you very much that you shared this with us.

[@OoraMusic]

always happy to know im in this with others!

[@AaronFerenc]

I love this video. I’m happy for you that you are finding more inner peace and joy in your life. I’m glad I listened to the end, because what I am struggling with most lately with my music is exactly what you said: my own validation and judgment if something is “worthwhile”. (I also smoke, not a pack a day, but I get down on myself about that too…but of course I don’t want to quit either because I’m a wimp..) but anyways…all that to say, thanks for making this and I’m sincerely happy for you and admire your honesty. And your music is inspiring as well. Happy 2025. 🎉

[@Ravejet]

I spent years hating performing music live. I still do. I came to the realisation that I got into music, as a child, for myself. Nobody else. I’m now happier just doing music for myself. Knowing the end game isn’t performing live anymore takes the pressure off and makes it more fun for me now. Don’t get caught up in what you feel you should be doing and try and remember why you got into music in the first place. For fun. If you get enjoyment out of playing out - go for it. It’s not for everyone. The same goes for writing music. You don’t NEED to release music. You release it cause you want to. Take the pressure off yourself for a while and then see results. If you keep trying to force things, they’ll never work.

[@OoraMusic]

thanks for this invaluable share!!

[@Ravejet]

@ I spent years with performance anxiety/stage fright and didn’t understand it till I was older. I used to see so many people with mental health issues in the music industry. It’s crazy how we all got this far to be honest. Just be yourself dude. That’s all that’s important. Don’t worry about what anyone else thinks please. Just do it for yourself and you’ll always be happy. As soon. As you feel the need to do it for anyone other than yourself, I feel the magic is gone. I like your channel bloke. Your honesty is refreshing in this day and age. A LOT of what you said rings true dude. Been there done it, got the shirt. Youre not alone man. Christ, I just heard this evening than a guy we used to tour, had an existential crisis and sold every bit of music hardware he owned 🤦🏾‍♂️🤯 he’s been playing for over 30 years and decided making music wasn’t for him, touring and performing was. So it does happen to literally the best of us.

[@SONWU]

Great to hear you are feeling better, and thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@OoraMusic]

Thank you!

[@JoseRodriguez-cl7be]

This is the video I didn't knew I need it, Thank you for sharing.

[@OoraMusic]

You are so welcome!

[@philippdecastro]

This really is the vibe i am looking for 2025! Thank you for the words!

[@saysthetedd]

Been following you for years. You're looking super healthy - your art has never been better - your wisdom and messages are more potent than ever before as well. You're an inspiration to keep going, staying true to ourselves and to show ourselves love and empathy. I just signed up for your Patreon and honestly have been loving listening to your long form, discussion based videos. You are a wise man and I truly love what you have to offer. All the best to you in 2025.

[@nkearney]

Really happy to hear you’re doing better. I feel like I could relate a lot, had some similar experiences the past year. I wanted to say that I really appreciate your videos that talk about workflow, mindset, and so on. Like this video for example, but also specifically on creative approaches and so on. Just want to encourage you to make those videos too, but ofc I trust you’ll make what you want. That’s what I want too 😊 Really happy for you!

[@manuelrioslopez]

Content like this is massively helpful to people who are currently struggling in life one way or the other, be sure that the one or two things that you have said will permeate through the minds and hearts of people and will be put to good use, the biggest lesson of all is that we are all humans full of chemical reactions that causes all those ups and downs and our responsibility toward ourselves that those chemical reactions are balanced and healthy to keep the positivity, happiness and productiveness high, un abrazo amigo!

[@GreyFool138]

😊 Same ‼️ - my turnaround was about the same time yours was last year. It’s very difficult to navigate life and living healthily …especially with all of the challenges, distractions, and tests that we endure on a minute by minute basis. They are all white noise - remain mindful and stay on your path. Keep up the great work- i love your videos and enjoy seeing you getting creative with your art and music. Thank you for all that you do 💜 - Grey F♾️l 😌

[@OoraMusic]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts

[@oculist]

Thank you of talking about this, brother. So many people think that depression is just "being unhappy" but it's not -- it's a thought disorder that makes you see the World and your place in in it in a completely distorted way. As someone who has had their own struggles with mental health (I've lost my surgical career as well as my music playing abilities after suffering with a benign intracranial tumour - thank fuck for sequencers!), I can only applaud your honesty. Bravo to Candace too. Never underestimate the importance of a supportive, loving partner.

[@styvesgoupil]

Thanks for the reminder, inspiration and sharing those important things, resonates a lot with me!

[@filo1210]

I love this channel and you brother , the way you coax beautiful melodies and soundscapes from the perfourmer is great . The "adressing the hate" video was my favourite, so powerful. Goosebumps x x

[@OoraMusic]

thanks mate!

[@drdracula]

I’m happy for you. Keep up the great work

[@ihthypnose]

Thank you for your authenticity and your vulnerability. It’s so important hear human messages 🙏

[@onnolab]

Thank you for sharing! You have definitely inspired me and many others to commit to take positive steps in our lives. Keep doing what you do ❤

[@SHOR000]

Well done Federico. Keep it up!

[@touchthatdial]

Sending ❤. I love your music and you strike me as a kind and decent person. Thank you for being so open about this, it is an important public message. If this video helps just one person in the world realise that they are in the same place you were and that all is not lost and they too can get through it, you will have done a fine and noble deed today.

[@LunaticDandy]

I fully understand the message you're conveying and the various states of mind you're describing. Artists truly are such fragile egocentrics! 😄 In the end, what works best is simply being yourself. People look at you, and all they want to see is a genuine human being with a spark of passion.

[@bondi5000]

Thanks for sharing. Reminds me of the stoic saying “comparison is the thief of joy” - stay well!

[@OoraMusic]

they knew it a long time ago :)

[@goerum]

I appreciate your openness and strength to talk about your past difficulties.Living from making music in these times is no easy task and finding the motivation to keep going when things are personally difficult is very hard...Thanks a lot for sharing this

[@shapingofficial4527]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. A lot of things you said resonated with me. All the best for 2025 and the future 💜

[@johnnyraphaell]

Thank you for talking about making turnarounds in life and be optimistic. I love it so much its wonderful so much energy in it!

[@kolyder_soundscapes]

I'm very touched by this video as I went through something alike a year ago & I know a lot of musicians & creators are too. The tipping point was me ending up in this hospital, and after that, I naturally started to apply the same change of attitude. Isn't it crazy to live in a world that teaches & tells us to bully our own selves ? I'm glad you're way better now & that we'll have more music & less demos. :)

[@OoraMusic]

it is crazy i agree! sending love!

[@koyl]

@@OoraMusic Thanks !

[@emersonbe5955]

I'll say it again, I love what your channel has become in the last few months. Thank you for sharing your struggles and triumphs with us. Happy to hear how you found your way out of some dark places.

[@OoraMusic]

thanks for being a supporter!

[@underwatersunlight-music]

I‘m glad you’re doing well again! 💙

[@mistervalentin8396]

You've just done what I feel is missing in many KZbin channel creators videos: shared your personal journey, the ups and downs, what you feel you have learned, etc. Exploring these themes - in addition to making music, showing us your process, demos, live performances, - will, I hope and believe, find a deeper resonance with your audience,. It touches us, making us somehow feel connected to you, and to connect with ourselves more honestly with compassion and the motivation to move forward, feel better, create our own happiness, and just like you said: to create our own validation. Thank you so much, and keep being you and staying true to yourself. The rest will follow.

[@freqcrack2038]

Daddi, watching u since 2023. And just want to say u are the best for me out here. Ty for sharing, motivation, and inspiration! Keep doing what you’re doing 🤍

[@OoraMusic]

You are so welcome

[@DownTempo91]

You're a great musician and a great artist. I've seen all your videos. The ones I prefer are the ones where you explain your artistic and technical approach, how you compose, how you use your equipment (for example your "use of delays", or "a new approach to eurorack"). Your way of translating a few notes into real music is motivating and encouraging. You know how to make what seems complex simple and musical. Keep on ! Thank you ! Happy new year !!

[@morrillkevin]

Makes me think so much. So happy for all the progress you made. I feel lucky we are all on such an amazing journey as humans.

[@InvertedPopesMusic]

Well done on talking about this openly and good to see you coming out the other side. I think a lot of what you say is where a lot of us are in some shape or form so it is good to hear it expressed. Take care, look after yourself and those around you and keep making the music.

[@davidc510]

Great video! Finding and only placing any importance on our own validation is so important. Takes a lot of maturity and I still struggle with it every day. Another way I look at it is to never take anything personally. If something says something bad about your music, it's not personal. If someone says something good about your music, it's not personal. It's personal to them. The only thing personal is how we feel about our music.

[@brianmcwilliams4904]

Fantastic video, thanks for posting this, a lot of what you said resonated with me.

[@andrewgobel4936]

Your self-awareness and courage are as inspiring to me as your music. Thanks for sharing

[@UptownBoogieDown]

A courageous video. I've had a similar journey this year. Therapy is very useful.

[@_0O0O0O0_]

Thanks for being vulnerable and expressing yourself so openly. Excepting that you're human with flaws while simultaneously trying to be a better person gives you the latitude to be exceptional. Cheers to progress, both mental and physical, and working on relationships that are important to you.

[@LuisTorres-qz5kr]

Really enjoy your perspectives. Best wishes in 2025 and beyond!

[@OoraMusic]

Thank you! You too!

[@fotosdelviaje]

Thank you for this. The honesty and growth makes us all, performer and audience, better. One thing. You don't need to release "the most music possible". Release what you feel.

[@paulsdf]

Thanks so much for sharing your story! Oora, your music is inspiring to me! Stay true to yourself and keep on the good path! Much love from Latvia.

[@OoraMusic]

Thank you! Will do!

[@perthuresson3520]

This resonated soo much in me! Thanx a lot for digging deeper.

[@jeremyallen2821]

Thank you for this one!!!

[@manfrombkk]

I think your more than talented and knowledgeable, that you have what many production companies would love to have you score music/soundscapes for film and tv.

[@steventaylor3789]

A wonderful video from a smart, generous, kind and genuine individual.

[@CrunchyMusic]

Lovely chat! Can't wait to hear and see the music you share in 2025. Thanks!

[@madblessings]

Sei un grande! Keep on doing your thing, big inspiration man

[@erikberglund6959]

Thank you!👊❤

[@django-music]

Recognizing that you need help is not easy, especially when you are in a dark place. Glad to hear that you are doing better.

[@OoraMusic]

thanks

[@vncntwll]

I've been following you for some time now. You became by far my favourite artist and youtuber. Hope you continue to find hapiness!

[@OoraMusic]

thank you so much !

[@Saschabusy]

One Love Oora! Big Respect for your thoughts and Words and passion on what you Do

[@andreatorresnovoa5584]

Thank you so much for your honesty. I appreciate a lot these videos. I think doing therapy (in my case Gestalt) is a game changer. At least in my life

[@russ254]

blessings, my man!

[@renevanderkraats224]

Beautifully spoken. Great to see you doing fine, man! No worries, if time is needed for family (or yourself) just take your time. You only get to experience life with them once (until otherwise proven to me ;-) ), try to make it the best you can for them and you. Same for me with my children, family, and girlfriend too. As long as you get by comfortably you're fine money-wise too. Oh...and ehm...those Syntakt presets from 'They keep making it better'...are they for sale somewhere? ;-)

[@michaelkonomos]

Good job taking time off! We’re still here!

[@Tapepusher]

Cleaned my kitchen and listened to this whole vid, nicely said. I kinda craved hearing this story but mixed in to the inspiring music (I believe it’s your perfourmer arp) in a Burial style where the vocal sounds like an old radio the music loud around it

[@OoraMusic]

we need a remix then 😂🖤

[@ToneDepthofficial]

Great words brother ❤😍 fantastic to see the progress and your journey in general. Depression can suck the life out of you so very happy to see you found some light and moving forward in the right direction. ❤️💪

[@OoraMusic]

thanks mate 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@toddbilleci8563]

Thank you and happy new year 🎉

[@OoraMusic]

you too!

[@983Ivans]

Amazing video, appreciate sharing this!

[@OoraMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@samprock]

Yes, self-validating helps! Cheers!

[@gprieur345]

Very inspirationnal video, thank you much love from france.

[@gregvittore5004]

Music is the most high ❤

[@cuezaireekaa]

Needed to hear this thank you

[@OoraMusic]

🖤

[@iamVisualVFX]

You make great stuff! Keep it up!

[@OoraMusic]

Thanks, will do!

[@LCKing1]

Loved this! 🔥

[@theauxchannel]

Greetings and love from Greece!

[@OoraMusic]

ciao!

[@ravkosela2332]

Greetings, keep well!!

[@OoraMusic]

Thank you, I will

[@ErikStDon]

Thank you.

[@elaviolet22]

💜✨video di grande valore. Grazie.

[@keepitcosmic]

I’d like to chat with you. I went through a similar thing but waited too long to go to therapy and I lost my lady and have damaged my lungs and hearing. I’m in therapy now but things are extremely tuff. I appreciate you sharing I’m a big fan and it’s good to know others are going through it as well.

[@GOLDENCORE78]

Grazie mille per tutto quello hai condiviso. È molto bello e importante anche perché condivido con te molte cose.

[@justinbernal1]

You always reminded me of the Dostoevsky of the synth community, glad you're doing better 🤗

[@OoraMusic]

fun thing, i am reading now Crime and Punishment, and i soooo relate with it

[@MrAustin575]

Wow, I feel pinned down hearing this. I relate heavily.

[@MrAustin575]

I am very happy I found you man, thank you.

[@alessiooissela227]

💪❤️‍🔥 thank you for this useful lesson

[@subaphonic]

The most important thing to remember when going through a depression: it gets better if you give it time and work. One day, you'll look back and you'll just remember it as a bad period of your life. I wish you the best. Embrace the storm, the sunlight will come back.

[@OoraMusic]

wise words!

[@maarzt]

you are very articulate.

[@Hegelmusic]

Thanks for sharing! Who made the picture in the background? Love it! Best, Roland

[@troyrodger]

Truly inspiring work. You give a lot to the world, so give some to yourself 🥃

[@zacezizozu]

bello my mate!❤

[@OoraMusic]

ooh grande luce :)

[@OoraMusic]

grande luca!!!!

[@zacezizozu]

@@OoraMusic 😘

[@toffchunks]

Thks for sharing it`s mean a lot to me !!! As usual create content on any ways )))

[@StudioOOMZ]

🙏🏼

[@MatteoCantiello]

This is beautiful! So proud of you Fede

[@OoraMusic]

Grazie Matteo!!

[@marco_movie]

I was listening about your STRUGGLES and the KZbin Ad broke in with a clear message: "Are you struggling to write good chords?"

[@OoraMusic]

ahahah damn!

[@infertype]

👏

[@AndreaCiaba]

❤

[@OoraMusic]

:)

[@Ravejet]

I have adhd too.

[@chambre466]

Hello there, I don t think that the views of a post on KZbin depend exclusively on the quality of it s content. I m sure there s a dynamic of exposure and traffic that we don t understand or is just me Anyway see you on Patreon 😘

[@albinobond1]

[@quantumsheep]

*sheepyhugs*

[@peacefulsoldierTX]

I think the wealthy should live vicariously through us by gifting us vintage Arp2600s. My address is available by request. 😂

[@russ254]

I have an Ableton Live Lite license I can let you have for $10🎉