OP-1 03-31-20 (Guillotines)

Hi friends, let's make a track on the Teenage Engineering OP-1.
Destroy everything.
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[@SuperLibu]

Red Means Revolution!

[@ThriceGr8]

Cringe.

[@lancesmith8790]

@Reed Austin cringe

[@DeZomer35]

@@lancesmith8790 cringe

[@hermes769]

;)

[@miteh2180]

This man manages to do so much with yellow text, trivial humour, and talking about serious issues, all while watching someone very talented and entertaining create music from scratch. This is probably my favourite music production channel I've ever seen.

[@CANTIJustPostacommen]

Let’s change the system!!! Three days later this guy’s combining sharpened sticks, a rudimentary pully system and a constant supply of fresh skulls to compose a maniacal symphony of nostalgia; blood spatters on his face, screaming, from the top of his lungs, “Red means Recording!!!”

[@RedMeansRecording]

each chop of the ax: "RED. MEANS. RECORDING."

[@p4rsec]

@@RedMeansRecording don't forget to bring octocat along. I'm sure they would love some fresh blood.

[@markpfeifer1402]

The world needs more OP1 right now.

[@NullFX]

As a wise man once said "IT GOES, IT GOES, IT GOES, GUILLOTIIIIIIINE, YUH"

[@peytondoesthings]

Very wise but big boi demise

[@maximusachoo]

subatomic penetration

[@NullFX]

@@maximusachoo RAPID FIRE THROUGH MY SKULL

[@GregRobsonUK]

8:25 - you appear to be running your cow at 380 volts... always be careful not to run your cow at a high voltage for too long, or it can burn out.

[@darksentinel082]

the crazy thing about your music, the thing i love most about it, is that i don't need the commentary during the making of the song in order to hear the message. in the song itself i can hear realisations, the increasing need for change, the song communicates the feelings and thoughts just as good if not better than a speech, or a protest, or some other crazy thing. My dad has this poster in the downstairs living room that doubles as an instrument room, and it says "Music - for when words arent enough", and... this song finally made me realise the truth behind those words, the idea that i never quite understood that music tells stories. my music may never reach the point where i can tell a story as well as you and undoubtedly others. but i want to reach that point someday, and i'm going to continue trying. maybe i can give someone that click moment like you just gave me. thanks, jeremy.

[@MikeSheehan727]

totally relate and 100% agree. it sucks that this is what needed to happen, but somehow it's seemed to bring us all together and make a lot of people realize what's actually important. I hope everybody doesn't just go right back to living the same way they did before all of this, and I don't think they will - people have realized that there needs to be some kind of change. All of this is the start of something much bigger, I think. oh and really cool sounds, thank you for those.

[@MikeSheehan727]

KCIRCE I think you misunderstood my point. Trust me when I say I know this sucks. I’m totally broke. I also own a business and had to let all of my employees go. People are sick, people are dying. Obviously there is a downside to this and I’m not saying there isn’t. You would have to be completely delusional to only see the “good” in this. But that doesn’t mean you have to focus only on the negative. People are realizing that our current systems and ways of living are totally fucked and that something needs to change. People are realizing that there’s more to life. People are finding what they’re actually passionate about again, people are spending more time with their family and people are realizing that the only way through this is by making it through this together. People are more connected now than ever before.. and if you can’t see that, well that’s on you.

[@shavedbird694]

Mike Sheehan hate to ask, but what did that person say before they deleted there comment?

[@MikeSheehan727]

@@shavedbird694 I don't remember exactly, it was just really negative and they missed the message (not just mine but of Jeremy's video as well)

[@forestine_]

My creativity brain's been totally melted by this *gestures vaguely at world* but you've inspired me to give it another try.

[@StephenBaird]

Red means revolution... but also let's get some bigger drums in here. This makes me want to make music. And revolution. Well done.

[@fokinlazrsoits6043]

Feeling deep today? Well it’s good you put your opinion out. A lot of people are afraid to these days. So I commend you for that. That and your awesome musical expertise.

[@conduit_edm]

Thanks for the wonderful message btw Jeremy, if no one else was paying attention. Love you brother 💙

[@user-yy6xt4uk6b]

the name of the song was quite cheeky too lol

[@icterinemarten]

i completely agree with everything you said and i'm really glad that someone is talking about it. also, there's just something about the nonchalantness of conveying such an important message while talking through your process of making a song that is so cool to me. thank you for being inspiring once again, as is the case for all of these op-1 videos. sorry for being pedantic lmao

[@KiyoshiKatu]

Fantastic track, with a valid, necessary message on top! Love the gradual build of the track, and it was great to listen to on this slow morning in headphones. Keep up the great work!

[@tomatte127]

I'm glad to see you're staying healthy and safe, Jeremy. As usual I love what you're putting out and your music inspires me to keep moving down my own musical journey. :)

[@tomatte127]

If the pandemic has highlighted anything for me it's that I can't rely on the system to find what gives me purpose and meaning, and I am stubbornly finding meaning in spite of the isolation. I'm tremendously lucky to have a loving wife who is supportive and encouraging me through both the difficulties the situation has heaped on us, and also through the things I am doing to create more meaning for myself.

[@sadrans444]

I've been watching you for a few years now and this is one of your best videos ever. Especially with the way the song and its recording matched up with your words. Perfect.

[@rhedyn7097]

Any amount of injustice is normal if it's been that way long enough. It's important to take this time to really consider how apathetic the systems we have inherited without question are. It's not greedy to want better, it's not violent to speak out. Our guillotines are at our fingertips and between our lips. Exercise the rights you have to secure the rights you deserve as a human being. Stay safe, stay strong. Good fucking video Jeremy.

[@danielrushford4393]

I'd listen to these with my earbuds, just bought some decent headphones and HOLY CRAP it's beautiful

[@brendondavid7349]

I've come from the future and ahhh, yeah we're fighting for change and it's beautiful to see everyone united for once!

[@Imayormaynotbeatroll]

This is my favourite video of yours. Thank you for this message, it was beautifully conveyed in both the words and the music.

[@christyxu5931]

Absolutely love it, man, great narration and sporadic sounds... thank you!!!

[@alderankorym]

Just wow. That is very unusual from you. I really enjoy the track, it's darker, complex but also with a contemplative mood. The text is also very strong and empowering. I felt it in my nerves and soul. Great groove.

[@WowCoolHorse]

My favorite part of these OP-1 videos is your commentary, and it was especially spot on today Lov u and hope you're coping well 💕

[@aarondanen3150]

These pads are kinda like the ones used in the hyper light drifter ost

[@Nonscient]

I love that soundtrack and you are 100% right!

[@johngoodmanson6288]

Just fucking brilliant. The entire thing works together and transcends the medium.

[@donaldpriola1807]

Everything you said is spot on, and so much so I had a hard time concentrating on the awesome piece you made. Thanks for being definitively you.

[@noneusageatall336]

Thank you for existing Jeremy, I really like you and your work, keep up man

[@solinvictus948]

Sir, you compose your words as artfully as your tracks! I have been watching you for a while now, and this is the most touching video I have watched yet. It is good to know what others are thinking and that our thoughts are aligned during this time. Rising above what has been separating us all this time is the first step in changing the devastating course our ship of fools had bearing for. Issues have been intentionally dividing us. Let's start with common ground, resolve those issues, then we can focus on the other things in time. I count 60 years of deception and disregard for public wellbeing - I'm sure there are other opinions on the matter. Thank you for what you do! Thank you for opening your heart! More people need to see this.

[@fluffycritter]

As someone with a chronic pain disability I am hoping that people will come to realize that the temporary situation they find themselves in is the harsh, permanent reality for a lot of people, and that we'll come out of this with more compassion and understanding for others, and a realization that what some people need temporarily is also necessary for a lot of people *forever*. I am not terribly optimistic about it but I still have some vague presence of hope for it.

[@chronique86]

fluffy I’m in constant pain from M.S. and cannot relate to a WORD you said. The pain put on me by the economic situation and being laid off is apples and oranges different. 😒🤷🏻‍♂️

[@fluffycritter]

@@chronique86 I'm fortunate that I still have my job and can work from home, and I'm also not trying to say that all sorts of pain are the same. My point wasn't about pain, though -- it was about the basic need for economic/financial security in the face of hardship. People with disabilities tend to be seen as "mooches" or "leeches" or are only given the very minimum basic money needed for living (and god forbid you have any savings or a spouse); now so many people have been laid off and are realizing that, oh, maybe a safety net would be Good, Actually.

[@jimsface]

Thank you Jeremy. I hope you’re doing well. This is a fantastic piece and some great commentary.

[@ckbarlow]

Can’t adequately express how much I appreciate you and your brain and your heart rn. I wish I could believe that people won’t just shrug all this off, even laugh it off in a matter of months from now... . I don’t know what to think. But we have been broken for so long. I hope with everything I’ve got that we learn something. Thanks for the beauty.

[@ksaavedra_Immortalbelovedmusic]

Thank you, Jeremy! Your videos are an inspiration and your message in this video in particular definitely made my day.

[@jarvis_asimov]

Amazing work as always 🧡 and very important message

[@stefrance2]

Music wise, so deep ! What a tremendous piece of work ! Whaou !!!! One of my favorite so far !

[@Makkiwacki]

Music brings people so close and the fact that you can combine both music and an important message, makes not only your opinion and beliefs shine brighter, but strengths the need for this issue to be resolved. Change won’t come until we do something about it. I have such a deep respect for you and your content and what you contribute the musical community. Take care and stay safe. Thank you for making my days better and contributing your ideas to help halt and bring to surface the current issues with the world.

[@nahrky]

Heck, thank you, this is what my anxious ass really needed to hear today. Also- this must be one of your best visualisers to date, the pause and glitchiness at the breakdown? Gorgeous.

[@jordanray1537]

The most interesting person I've heard talk about everything. You truly are one of the best channels!

[@raytbrown2]

I have been in envy of your skills (with the OP-1) for some time. But this? Just, "Wow!" Thank you, again.

[@Anatolisful]

Thanks, really needed this :D awesome track as always. Much love from far away

[@lgchinadragon]

I've recently reached an artistic crash for my classes, but your music has always been a favorite muse of mine. Thank you for continuing to create in the burning fire of this world.

[@jpmudkip1870]

Don’t listen to the trolls, Jeremy. Personally, not only do I strongly agree with your message, but I also think this may be one of your best OP-1 videos yet. Seeing it first thing when I woke up brightened my otherwise drab and boring day

[@norbertsierschynski8120]

Agree with You

[@JimBReay]

Beautiful song, great process, and inspiring words. Thank you, and I totally agree. THANK YOU!

[@silofuse]

Just Super. Loved it. What a wonderful way to start the day! Thanks J.

[@kevinfrieden7929]

best video that you've ever done and i like them all. thank you.

[@jeremylewis3160]

So warm and soft sounding. Like a blanket that I can share with all of my friends. Has that Boards of Canada feel. Thanks for sharing your process!

[@ulysses4536]

“I swear to god, head, stay the fuck out of this!” This is the moment I’ve liked the video. And oh my how many times I wanted to like it again but too late, it was liked already. Thanks for not “having anything to say” the way you did, bro.

[@isitstill]

Great song, as always. Perfect message.

[@hexekatos_8354]

Powerful message Jeremy, let's hope we get through this and never forget the truths discovered along the way

[@enensis]

Absolute banger good work mate

[@jkings454]

God I absolutely love the vibe of this song. Solidarity, Jeremy!

[@guard13007]

[@bernardoalecrim3334]

Hey, Jeremy, thanks for bringing a smile to my face with this one.

[@seazenbones6945]

Good on you. A great video on all levels. Thank you.

[@RemixSample]

Fantastic sound and visuals! And that bassline is amazing!

[@MChristian]

When you post an OP-1 video I want an OP-1. Same for the Digi- machines. What is really happening is that the device is irrelevant. What I really covet are your creativity, skill, and talent. You remain incredible, as always; an inspiration and a gift.

[@vroenis]

Amazing, Jeremy. Thank you.

[@DEARZISMO]

It's a beautiful track, I love the making process

[@shortForPychael]

I took this quarantine time to work on my own music development and finally pulled the trigger on ordering my own op-1 since your videos have always made me want one. So, I guess thanks for making me spend 1300 on a screen with a cow on it that I know I’ll be able to enjoy over this weird time.

[@zaneaustin22]

Sean Buck same thing. I got mine in the mail a few days ago

[@nicksandy]

How do you like it??? I’ve been debating pulling the trigger!!

[@ToyKeeper]

I've had one for a few years. It makes a nice scratch pad for sketching out song ideas, but it's also really awkward to try to build complete finished songs on. There are good reasons why Jeremy treats it as a way to record stems, and then moves it all into Ableton to finish each song. Also, the OP-1 is nice as a completely standalone device, since it does a bit of everything... but it's not particularly good at most of those things, and it doesn't really integrate well with other devices. It's kind of a "jack of all trades, master of none" sort of device, and kind of a loner. Whether it's right for you depends mostly on you and your style and needs. Its audio-based workflow means you'll probably need some decent performance skills to play each clip while recording, rather than sequencing the notes and letting a machine play for you. Also, its limit of 4 mono tracks and 6 minutes can be very cramped to work in, it's really bad at handling reverb tails and such, its sequencers are awkward, and there aren't really any functions to edit clips afterward if you need to adjust something you already recorded. However, it's fun to use, it's good at facilitating interesting new musical ideas, it's very portable, and the timeline workflow is nice. It's a fun and quick way to sketch out songs, but I'd suggest a different tool for actually finishing songs. Like... a MPC or a Deluge or a DAW. Jeremy makes it look like absolute bangers just fall out of the OP-1, but that's not because of the OP-1 itself. What's being shown here are his insane skills. As far as I'm aware, no one else on the planet can do what he does.

[@MChristian]

@@ToyKeeper +1 for the Deluge. Also Jack of all, master of none except being the master of grooveboxes. It's unrivaled in its class in my opinion.

[@ToyKeeper]

I'm still trying to decide what tool to use as the core of my setup. I tried OP-1, but quickly found out why it's not normally used that way. Currently using a Digitakt, which helped, but it's very limiting in other ways. A Deluge looks like a good upgrade, since it would give me the ability to arrange clips on a timeline. But I'm wondering if I should just go for a DAW instead. I don't like using a computer for music, but it would be soooo much more powerful... I'm wanting a workflow which is horizontal first, like laying out a melody several minutes long... then work vertically, to add more instruments and harmony and drums. Then adjust voicing, tweak patches and levels, sprinkle more variety where I can, and render a final mix. A DAW can definitely do that, and a Deluge sort of can too. Neither Digitakt nor OP-1 is really very compatible with this approach though, so composing is currently a lot more painful than necessary. I hope to find an agreeable solution soon. Also hoping the solution will make it fairly easy to freeze and re-freeze clips recorded from other hardware... like, sequence the notes via midi, render to audio, then reuse the same hardware for other patches. And be able to go back and edit and re-record previously-frozen sequences if necessary. But maybe I'm asking for too much.

[@DareMurdok]

I recently got my op-1 and it's still overwhelming - however now i can play the Close Encounters notes and the beginning of Fur Elise so that's something. I know I have a very long path but you inspire me to continue walking, Red.

[@Sanciolo]

Great stuff as always mate. Appreciate it.

[@aaron-bieber]

Another soulful banger from RMR. I love and agree with the sentiment that we should come out of all this with a fire for the change we deserve. Be well.

[@blocktockblock6329]

I love this track and this message

[@whaleshaveteeth]

It's awe-inspiring how you can keep track of the progress and resampling with songs this complex on the OP-1. I get totally confused after a couple of four-bar loops and end up mostly copying and recording on top of tracks I wasn't supposed to. Anyway, this is my favorite OP-1 track so far! Getting some sweet Burial vibes from the garage beat, gloomy pads and vocal samples.

[@tele_alan]

things have escalated since this videos debut, it's time for everyone to start paying attention

[@d.christianrathjens7209]

Very nice as always, including the thoughts.

[@jonaslundholm]

Came for the OP-1 stayed for the charm!

[@harrymarshall7899]

Hey Jeremy, it sucks that trolls are showing up but your content is amazing and inspiring even as someone who rarely uses synths - pls never stop making these

[@Steve81M]

Ok, that "I swear to God, head, stay the fuck out if this" had me laughing. Also, I couldn't agree more with your thoughts here. Hopefully we come out if this in a better place. Love the song by the way!

[@Sir_Lumie]

Great message and great music

[@IDontKnowCorp]

Thank you for making this

[@MrLehi99]

Being a resident of Washington state has been a trip these last few months. This shit is ridiculous and we were woefully prepared for it.

[@QuentinLamerand]

I love both the music and the message!

[@jpmudkip1870]

Truth to power is always gonna piss some people off. Even when the truth is so starkly and openly revealed right now

[@joaovicente2967]

This is my favorite track of your yet

[@replicantrylie]

As long as the OP-1 doesn't end up on the Guillotine Channel, I'm ok! (Also, Awoooo!)

[@ABYSS_SOUNDS]

this felt, like you said, weirdly peaceful. i love the track and the rest of the video, the causal-ness of the video combined with the messages of the end of the world. and then with the things like "bigger drums ok" i thought of "gregg rulz ok" from night in the woods, and the messages there, with the main one being "at the end of everything, hold onto anything." it just all kinda fit together into this weird, little, idk, used? seen? aesthetic. definitely my favorite video so far, and thanks!

[@RedMeansRecording]

I've got cups on my ears

[@ABYSS_SOUNDS]

@@RedMeansRecording It sounds like an ocean in here!

[@510th]

A favorite of mine of yours, the song and the message too =). Compassion isn’t a strong point of humanity when all is well, I suspect most go back to their norm. I will continue to isolate as always, cheers.

[@alias_hallow]

I sincerely appreciate the addition of the think break in post

[@Cadesworth]

I would totally bop my head to this tune! But uh, you know- Guillotine.

[@oscargarciavillegas7757]

thanks for the words (and for the music, of course)

[@tcfween]

It's in the darkest chasms that even the smallest light can burn bright. So much so that a candle in America can illuminate the room of a man in Australia. Always loved your candle, Jeremy.

[@Kilomylesco]

Worth a read, and a listen

[@kolvis6626]

*red means recording video as of one hour ago* me: TODAY IS NOW OFFICIALLY A GOOD DAY Edit: Thanks for the like Jeremy :D

[@Scootyrooty]

?? Shouldn't you be busting down a door somewhere

[@kolvis6626]

@@Scootyrootyshut up they don't know I'm not working rn

[@TheAllAroundMan]

This might just be my new favourite

[@rjschrei]

Great piece and message . Use your platform well.

[@CourtneyHawkins]

I love this beat and everything else about this video.

[@The__Shaman]

This is the therapy session i needed

[@HedgehogBC]

Well, here we are about a year after this video dropped... I remember how much this track and this video resonated with me when I first watched it (and all of my subsequent watches as well). But after a year of all this shit, I'm fucking tired. It's really hard to remember both the anger and the hope of a year ago. It's still there, but it's a whisper. There's still a lot to be done and I know I need to get that fire back. I need to see that grinning skull again. I'm going to watch this a few more times to try and get it back.

[@panykfelidae9018]

Sky come crashing down indeed... well said, well composed... and well titled, if I'm reading into your message quite right.

[@reneschier663]

This is really great! Stay healthy Sir.

[@marcussmithereens-smithert5409]

These videos are perfect to brush your teeth to.

[@cls9474]

After 18 minutes there won't be many teeth left :)

[@marcussmithereens-smithert5409]

@@cls9474 You can never floss too much! Xd

[@leehumphries5706]

Thank you for this.

[@mel0dicHarp]

Wow, just.... wow. Felt that in my bones

[@sharkfortytwo]

14k views, 1.1k likes, and absolutely *0* dislikes. incredible my dude. dig the beat and your words man. well done

[@HARBINGER8752]

this feels like something right off of Aphex Twin's Selected Ambient Works Vol. 2, especially with the metronome...

[@scytube]

I was gonna say “Red Means Reflecting”, but apparently we’re done with that already and moved on to revolution. Fine by me 🤷‍♂️

[@formerself4372]

Maybe this time things will actually change. I have hope. Thanks for the inspiring video.

[@MrNamaikisaru]

Thank You!

[@theinwardspiral6697]

Well said. Things will change for the better. Love will carry us through to a new beginning. One without a broken, selfish system. Have faith.

[@NicChap]

That baseline tough...Wow!