Questions & Projects

[@avakoizumi0]

I lost my best friend 4 years ago, and she had showed me alice a long time ago. On December 19th, I will only be listening to your music in honor and memory of her.

[@Patchaddictedpolymath]

Sorry about your friend :(

[@avakoizumi0]

@@Patchaddictedpolymath it is perfectly okay! I miss her everyday, but she lives through me, our memories, and this wonderful energy I receive through pogo's music. 🖤☄️🌌🪐💜

[@Patchaddictedpolymath]

@@avakoizumi0

[@ikichullo]

You should listen to music because you like it, not because you feel sad they your friend is dead.

[@avakoizumi0]

@@ikichullo excuse me, I absolutely love pogo's music, before and after her death. There are attached memories, yes, and it is a hard time of year for me. I don't see why you have to create negativity out of a situation that I am clearly trying to make positive.

[@adamPadar]

Thank you for reminding that the process is more important than the outcome. With all the social media stuff, i have to remind myself that i do my art because i enjoy the process.

[@Pogomix]

It's a battle worth fighting. :)

[@darkplasmo7921]

something i have realized while playing golf is if you do the the movement right the ball will go where you want it to and since then i have seen that in almost all things

[@smithsmithy7149]

I love the insight into your creative process. There's a lot of musical value here for others to learn from. Thanks for the reupload!

[@FunSizedDragon]

18:35 - 20:23 Most important advice. For years I've struggled with creating things because I wanted to be original or I worried about the outcome. I'm still struggling with it, but I'm trying to get out of it. I needed to hear that.

[@factswift4859]

"I guess when you are not getting laid what else is there to do?" Lmaooooo

[@RealTDragon]

pogo out here giving out stacks of great tips 18:00 is a landmine of golden nuggets!!

[@nski2236]

Forever listening to pogo, he’s a soul artist

[@gingerbella4344]

Thanks for sharing this, Nick. I recently switched from a very basic DAW to FL Studio Producer. Big learning curve, but it's great to get some tips from a professional! And listening back to the 100 or so pieces I created in the past, I can hear that the biggest issue was always with sound balance in the mixes - so I also got some pro headphones and a separate sound mixer. Makes a huge difference!

[@runsintunson9586]

Good to see you man. Hope you're holdin' up alright.

[@russcarlson7551]

I love your viewpoint on the music industry and how it is NOT the end goal of music-making. I also admire your willingness to be satisfied with your work and reject the temptation to make someone else happy with your music. God bless.

[@roberthoffhines5419]

"Instruments that breathe" I have always been drawn to the spacious sound you blend into your synths. In my biz it would be good orchestration. Lost of room in your sounds. But you have a sound of luminous pastels that are so appealing and instantly engaging.

[@jacobashburner7594]

Thank you so much for uploading this. I missed the stream because of my UK time. This is amazing.

[@efryo]

Thank you so much for the feature! Looking forward to finishing the project very soon with you

[@PeripheralPigeon]

This is great, thanks for uploading it. Missing streams always feels bad. Lighting setup is great. Maybe it's just the way you've cut your comments together, but I was surprised to hear you doubt Phantom Menace as a mix. It's not a great film, but it's got great sound, fun actors and memorable lines. And however badly they're presented -- it has ideas running underneath it which are roughly true and somewhat touching. It's not a great film, but nor is it a forgettable film. And I find your music is good at that sort of stuff. I'd never bother watching a Winne the Pooh movie, but 'Boy and Bear' kicks me in the gut every time. I've never enjoyed Bambi as a film, as a child or today, but 'Bambino' plucks some of the rawest essence out of it and shows me how to feel it. If anything, Phantom Menace strikes me as the Star Wars film that'd lend itself best to you. It's got a wide range of great things which never 'fit in' well enough to be properly felt on-screen. The silliness of Jar Jar, the foreboding of Yoda, the careful independence of Qui-gon, the aspirations and subtle, tragic, downfall of Anakin, the lurking menace of Maul. All great things that could've been greater. There's a reason it's made into memes. Not because it's stupid (though it is), but because underneath the humorous stupidity there are threads of joy or truth.

[@Pogomix]

Really good point. I agree, anything with Ben Burtt on sound design is perfect material. And yeah, Jar Jar is almost a remix himself. There's definitely potential. :)

[@PeripheralPigeon]

​@@Pogomix He practically sings. I used to have an action figure of him as a kid that made me admire his design, too. Lovely mottling. It's just buried under him licking everything.

[@kookies5299]

I've been struggling with my usual creative processes under these Lockdowns - as I know many others have - so it's great to get your insight. Hopefully, we can all get travelling again in 2021.

[@horplesmoff]

every time i see tutorials like this, it always makes me feel bad about my music when i see artists organizing all their patterns and following a colour scheme and making everything nice and neat, this was some nice validation to see someone else who just makes patterns and throws them into the playlist without all that fluff

[@FearoftheLord]

Thanks Nick! Love your music. You seem like a great guy to hang out with. Hope you can come to the USA someday soon.

[@Puuroaiv0]

I really like these videos where you are just talking and showering knowledge. You are a very talented and wise creator. More importantly a really warm and nice human being. I sure am glad you are sharing your thoughts and wisdom to others like me. Your music has always inspired me. Keep on going! You have so much to give.

[@DaDoubleDee]

I love the sounds of your synths and it was super cool to see how you layer everything. Big fan from Canada :)

[@qbawende]

So sad I missed the stream, damn time zones... Lova ya Nick. Keep doing what you're doing

[@mason3307]

That's why I love your music. Authentic, and your music pulls us somewhere special.

[@zanehayes4380]

I love where your music is going dude, keep it coming! It adds fun memories to my life, so thank you so much for the Great Music! And fun fact, you are #4 on my top artist on Spotify 2020 wrapped up.

[@lanchanoinguyen2914]

i would learn alot from you especially the vibe and i like your sample,it's so cool.i am obsessed with your samples from such Howl's Moving Castle,the hi pass filters and everything make it sounds like an exotic thing.

[@jonamore2102]

Man, I don't know what it is, but when I discovered your music 10 years ago (TEN!) it felt like a soundtrack for my life, every piece you've produced is now linked to something that was happening at that time when it first came out and those are like musical landmarks to me now. The last year hast been tough but I hope that you're okay and can continue to do what makes you feel alive and satisfied. Pardon my english, all the best mate. Edited: that piece around 18:00 is wonderful.

[@laurynburt2718]

Thank you dearly for reuploading some footage from the livestream!

[@joxer96]

These glimpses into your creative process are great, thanks for sharing! Also, at this point I really feel the world would be a better place if everyone stayed off of Twitter.

[@JADWrity]

Loved your music during the peak pogo days, and love it now. Glad you don't have one set sound, and can explore things in different ways. You can almost hear the creative process through your beats!

[@ZakNicola]

I came across your sounds back when skynet symphonic was making the rounds. I liked it and the other releases I found on KZbin. The visual pairing really made a captivating combo with your music. This was like 2008, 2009 maybe? Anyhow, I'm glad I thought to look for you recently. I really like the direction you're going in and wanted to say thanks and to encourage more!

[@Pogomix]

Thanks! That's super encouraging. :)

[@YWNCCTHIF]

These videos are so fascinating even though I don’t make music. Thank you for taking the time to show us your process and give advice. Even though it doesn’t inspire me to create music, it will no doubt inspire others. Curious if you’d ever do anything with Muppet Treasure Island? I watched it so many times as a kid. There are so many sounds that are burned into my brain. I feel like it would make for a great Pogo mix.

[@jhiggs1438]

Always a pleasure seeing you behind the scenes. Hope to see a Red Dead Redemption mix some day.

[@SeanVertigo]

Gutted I missed this live! Always great to hear from you and to dive into your projects Nick. Could watch these for hours.

[@gossamyr]

How do you sidestep copyright? I've always wanted to do this but never bothered because of the c word.

[@ryancoulburn]

Amazing video, feel more motivated after watching this. I know you are busy but would love to see you do a breakdown on how you approach using EQ, stereo imaging and other mixing/production techniques.

[@Spider_Bees]

This is really neat. I love hearing your ways and insights and things. This stuff is so neato.

[@ChrispyPsych]

Always a pleasure watching your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@Pogomix]

Thanks for watching. :)

[@VitaNova83]

I stopped pre-ordering games a long time ago for exactly that reason. Not only does it mean they can get away with releasing an unfinished product, it also just encourages them to go for a second dip into your wallet by moving content that should be in the main game into DLC. Forcing a title to stand on it's own from launch to drive sales will have a huge effect on the overall quality of games.

[@edwardbarbour2727]

Please do another live stream concert. I loved the one that you did, I would like to see more.

[@iwantthathat3355]

sounds so damn good 5:38

[@avakoizumi0]

So sad I missed the live stream. Thank you for the upload. 💜💜💜

[@TripHaze]

Amazing Q&A and energy Nick ! Cheers from France 🙌

[@spyN09]

Damn, I hate to miss your streams! Loved to see this, though.

[@FoxBlocksHere]

What a great stream this was! Glad I could get a question answered, and it was nice to hear some new songs!

[@Pogomix]

Thanks for joining us!

[@FoxBlocksHere]

@@Pogomix You're welcome! And thank _you_ for the reply!

[@BuntuMakesMusic]

17:57 "Imagine a Star Wars movie with a big podcast sequence in it... Podrace" Beat drops. Legendary

[@sellingenglandbythepound5255]

Very good mate 👊 you’d like a bit of Three Trapped Tigers

[@flowerlandfilms]

...thanks for the edit/upload, just missed the stream live... ...would be very interested in the Phantom Menace track if it ever mutates...

[@Monkeyb00y]

I listen to Nick because he doesn't sound like the radio. The radio songs all sound the same, made with heartless algorithms. Keep up the excellent work and take your time for the next track. Love it all.

[@scuffy-osu727]

Recently I've just been binge listening to your music. Love your stuff dude ❤

[@Dabro1010]

Glad you got an 'Alan Partridge' reference in there. Loving the vids from the UK

[@FLUFFCHIRP]

I was telling a friend about you, & he was asking me to show him your music. I checked this channel, & managed to catch the stream! Loved it!

[@LaMishiMish]

I tried attending this stream around 12-1am, but apparently YT, Google and one other was hacked the night Nick streamed. I felt real bad cause I wanted to drop by to say hello, but couldn't do so haha. But I'm glad your stream continued and that you uploaded this. Good to see you doing well after a whacky-ass year, please continue to stay safe, and I cannot see what else you'll be releasing in the future! :D

[@Keydric]

You make the best music and videos, best creative artist on KZbin.

[@landomalchristian2410]

So great how you just want to create from your own vision and not chase the algorithm. You seen very driven and I don't know (of) anyone else like you.

[@MasterREB]

How do you feel about people who remix your songs? Any favorites? I actually enjoyed Riverman’s remix of your Bangarang song.

[@Ceeed100]

Ah too bad I missed the stream, and boi I think youre an interesting person with a great taste in videogames, movies and music. Thats why I watch you, the music is just the topping xD

[@Yer_Da_]

Where was this streamed, is it on this channel or are you on Twitch? Hope to catch the next one. I only discovered your music yesterday when I was on a psychedelic trip and 'Dash' came on Spotify by an AI suggestion - it took me to a paradisical place. Inspiring stuff, mate.

[@lucytherottweiler79]

An interstellar inspired track maybe in the future?! Just wishing. Love all your stuff. Keep it up!!

[@eclixie5906]

I'm doing alright thanks Nick👍

[@troyd9212]

"I am NOT a number. I am a free man"

[@KeithPearce11]

Delightful. Thanks, Nick.

[@MrWesford]

You’re a blessing, Pogo.

[@Mashupulous]

Damn.. missed this one ! Hope to see you doing these somewhat regularly again :)

[@rwxstudio7173]

I was planning on getting Hades. It's from the same team as Bastion and Transistor.

[@mikkelharving256]

Mazel tov changed my life - absolute favourite

[@ovinophile]

Just got done with a round of Hades. It really is close to perfection.

[@alicesmith8134]

I had no idea you streamed yesterday! Where was this? So sad I missed it :(

[@MSharif3D]

That's what I was wondering, too. I had no idea this was from a recent livestream which I wasn't aware of.

[@MSharif3D]

@@isostatic1111 I live in the UK.

[@MrBitsilly]

It was 11 pm for me when he was live streaming this. Ended around 12 a.m.

[@snappdre]

yeah it was right at 1am EST. btw bang that Aphex!

[@DjObit]

I'm a fan of your "I Care Because You Do" profile picture.

[@solario27]

The stream was awesome! Can't wait for the Spyro mix 👍👍

[@yetisensei]

What’s the song at 5:40 is being remixed on, sounds like tigger from Winnie the Pooh.

[@Edwin-mr3ni]

Thanks for this great content Pogo

[@Rickshaw_Bohammer]

Loving the distortion on guitar!

[@AlanElChato]

Hey Nick! Alan here. Been like, listing to ya, since 2015. I really enjoy your stuff! Keep the good work! :)

[@runsintunson9586]

Bro, Phantom Menace has the best character! Jar Jar!

[@matthewmander4490]

the alchemist, the monk who sold his ferrari.

[@oshosanyamichael9589]

Voice so calming

[@MatthewMin]

I hate my life I missed this stream

[@solario27]

He showed us a new song and boy was it nice

[@paulcorben8809]

Great info! Thanks for putting it out there.What DAW do you use please?

[@Pogomix]

FLStudio. Thank you!

[@cutiechriss98]

6:04 freakin fire man. Can't wait until it's released 🔥💕

[@snuggiethegoblin7101]

The main take away from this stream is that you guys need to play Hades! Its rlly fun with some lovely characters.

[@galaxy2118]

You know, I feel like pogo is such a good artist because he actually likes the music that he makes. Idk I will make music then hate it afterwards.

[@marinawolf]

Am I the only one who will comment on how velvety smoove Mr Pogo's voice is on this one? Edit: I highly agree with borrowing inspiration for your art. It's a huge part of my process.

[@Baeyonetta.]

Hey Mr Pogo have you ever taken on Garage Band on iOS as an experimental “see what you can do”, kinda thingy.

[@SiggEye]

Hope you're doing good man :)

[@fromayla]

Awesome stream! You mentioned Diva at a certain point, had a chance to check out Repro-5? Personal fav U-he synth.

[@naeemulhoque1777]

what codec do you upload to Bandcamp .flac or .wav ?

[@Pogomix]

WAV. Bandcamp handles conversion.

[@naeemulhoque1777]

@@Pogomix Thanks for your reply 💝 ☺ . Should i too upload wav? i mean is there any benefit of uploading wav over flac? i am new...

[@hydrokidh2o]

Im glad I stayed up for this fun stream! but I wish you included the stuff about Ariel Where isTheMuppetKid?

[@jahimjauh-hey5653]

The section isnt on this video but when you played the Spyro work in progress during the stream you said you didnt like the bridge part of the song but its honestly my favorite part of the song. I hope your opinion changes on it because it sounds great.

[@Jekkyboi]

Cant wait for the spyro mix!

[@Pogomix]

Thanks Jek. Me too.

[@philipmg]

Hey! Im trying to find an old video of Nick where he drives his car to get coffee and food while listening to drum&bass... any1?

[@SMUS16475]

There was a live stream? When??

[@Pogomix]

Yesterday. Sorry, I didn't make any announcements. Just playing around really.

[@RuhkcusTV]

Any movie recommendations to help shape our taste in movies? (Spoiler my current taste in movies is horrendous tehe)

[@Armageddon_Junk]

Oh damn I need thousands and thousands of dollars so I can make that song I just requested!

[@DaBigIsh]

I really want a phantom menace remix now...

[@bellebirdy]

same!

[@brickshick]

when is the Livestream begin ?? oh Mann. i missed again

[@jonc8561]

Hey Pogo. Do you have perfect pitch?

[@alcugger3779]

Pogo, would ever like to try Jaws???

[@finndalahan4645]

Love you

[@becamicusack3598]

I am not a number! I am free man!

[@TheWahbii]

Where do you stream exactly ?

[@MSharif3D]

Wait, was there a stream? Was it on Twitch or on KZbin?

[@juiuice]

youchewb

[@MSharif3D]

@@juiuice Hmm. I didn't recieve a notification from Pogo when he was live on YT. 'Probably because of the outage which happened on Google services yesterday.

[@fanofsimonpegg]

@@MSharif3D Same here, but I still managed to sneak into the stream after seeing it in my sub box. Didn't stay for long because timezones said this stream was going to be at 1AM EST.

[@MSharif3D]

@@fanofsimonpegg Man, you two were so lucky for tuning in to his stream. =(

[@zombonline]

a spyro mix?? sounds like it will be awesome, curious to know if you've ever looked at crash bandicoot as a potential track?

[@Pogomix]

Awesome idea. The original or the new one?

[@zombonline]

@@Pogomix I reckon the originals, the sounds are iconic, and the first crash on PlayStation 1 has such a good atmosphere from some of the stuff used in the soundtrack. Plus the composer of the original games has been slowly uploading the pre-console versions of the soundtracks to his soundcloud over the past few years.

[@krosser2123]

What's up with the hat? It's summer in Australia... LOL

[@maddiJean12]

It hasn’t been super hot this summer. Nick’s in WA I’m in Melbourne, so dunno how the weather is over there but for us, we’ve had 2 really hot days. I’ve worn jumpers and pants this month 😂

[@krosser2123]

@@maddiJean12 okay, fair enough...

[@rorschach9731]

Lion King remixes please