Man, never ever stop, Forest. God touched you, dude. Great talent and obviously all the drive it took to get you to where you are. Cannot wait to hear what you do next.
Man you're such a great producer. Felt each instruments with your emotions added to it which is the secret sauce. That's what lifts a song into the next level. Such a pleasure to watch!
I remember writing over at MV2 before I moved here a few years ago... someone there was very excited to be going to write with you. I see why. I had already been checking out your track of KBs song before it blew up... from J Roye's video he posted.
Great stuff again, Forest. Love your channel! Q: Once you have a song skeleton/demo, how do you edit/groove-quantize elements together to get them in the pocket? Any chance of a future video on this (pretty please) ? :)
@@forestwhitehead Midi keys, midi bass, drums (midi or loops) and acoustic guitar - using Studio One, so trying to tighten them via it's groove quanitze thing. Or any better alternatives you kindly share :) Thanks for your super swift response. Love what you're doing. Especially your live session from January. Cheers from England :)
hey forest IM new to this but could you tell me the remix vocals CH 40 then you have the acapella CH 28 are these two tracks post to be mixed together is this how you received his vocals or did you add one or the other to make it louder. thanks for your time. a great job you did.
Hey there! That was awesome. I’m very interested in songwriting, but I do not play any instermental. I’ve been trying to come up with lyrics, but I’m having a hard time. Any advice on where to start?
Write everyday, think about locations you’ve grown up around, make yourself the main character and everything surrounding you important, write your story!
@@TonyVeloOfficial I play guitar. Honestly it’s simple for me, I just play the guitar and if I’m playing the chords Em, Cadd9, G (you can look up chord progressions) then you look up what the key of the chord progression is. I also find the metronome and record the guitar over it. From there it’s really straight forward. I put the piano in the DAW I use on that key and it’ll visualize the scale you use (you can choose whatever scale sounds best for the song just try them out.) then after all of that drums can be just a kick over the metronome and a snare every second kick for something simple. Or it can be up to your imagination. Then if it still sounds empty, add a Bass over the root note. And a violin or chello. Along with maybe an organ or to lead. And your done! (Except after all of that is done now you have to mix and master! And you’ll find problems from listening to the track over and over that you have to fix. Until three hours later the song is completely different lol.)
But again, I don’t play any instruments. I’ve tried to learn guitar, but my fingers will bot move well to make the different shapes to produce chords. In addition, I’ve also tried piano, but that did not work well either. Do u have any other suggestions for an individual who plays no instruments?
Writing great songs, with melody is one thing. When you're only a melody creator, vocalist, lyric writer. Doing demos is impossible when you haven't any instrument expertise.you only hear melody, licks in your head. Programs with instruments are too overwhelming. What's an easier way?
Well ya that's the obvious thing, but that costs alot of money ..good country guitar players with good ears...aren't working alot...with the curtail of live shows... They want top dollar for demos
Did you use the GGD one kit wonder or the modern and massive on this? Also: Check out the new Mixwave Thomas Prodgen Drums if you haven't already. Loving em so far
@@forestwhitehead yeah man! The only issue I have with them is the cymbals are a little bright but I used soothe and Pro Q 3 to take em up a bit and everything sits perfectly in a mix for quick demos
I am learning alot from these videos,...but I grew up on country music in the 60s and 70s and I can't stand modern country. Jason Aldean wears hoop earrings for God's sake! Awful!!
I just heard a line in the lyrics which reference George Jones...and then the songs goes back into the country-rap part undermining the nod to traditional country. How annoying. Long live traditional country.
![Recreating the Genre I Hate Most - Bro Country [Songwriting + Structure + Arrangement]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/C-1ylXxKNGQ/mqdefault.jpg)
127 bpm if anyone interested... :)
Man, never ever stop, Forest. God touched you, dude. Great talent and obviously all the drive it took to get you to where you are. Cannot wait to hear what you do next.
Let’s see the whole thing put together at the end with a recap of all clips.
Man you're such a great producer. Felt each instruments with your emotions added to it which is the secret sauce. That's what lifts a song into the next level. Such a pleasure to watch!
Thanks for watching!
Very underrated channel. Please keep posting how to as well as mixing videos.
Universe give this guy another 6 zeros on his subs, more than deserved!
You dont always get what you think you deserve. Just gotta keep the head down and keep working.
Hey Forest .. we appreciate so much the work you are doing in us ...
Please do a tutorial on how to handle country vocals please 🙏🙏🙏🙏
this is pure quality bro! Outstanding video dude. Your channel will blow up bigtime!
Killed it, Forest!
Wow..what a channel. Just discovered your channel through a pal. Thanks for sharing these super tips Forest. Brilliant.
You have great friends
@@TheZwhitey Most of them are invisible, drunks or drop outs. But it beats drinkin' alone :)
Legit. One of the best videos I’ve seen. To the point. Thank you 🙏
So good .Next song should be fancy like
welcome back forest more of these plz
Great work as always
amazing work
I want to thank you so much. I learned an incredible amount by watching this video.
So glad you watched!
Bravo Forest! You are a master. I would love to see you cover an FGL song like "This is how we roll!"
this song is too fire
Love the tone of that resonator. Can you link me to this model? Ps. Keep up the good work !
This was awesome! So much fun! Thanks Forest!
Agree with Brody Ervin
earned a sub from me bud.. nice work.
Glad you dropped by!
Another great video with some great tips. Thank you.
Amazing work one day we work together love from India
Jason Isbell or another Americana type artist.....would love to see your take on that
Hey it's me again. Just wanted to say thank you so much for the STEM files!!!
Forest, youre channel is the best, and thanks for your hard work. wish you and your family a merry Xmas bro, God bless.
Thanks, appreciate your support.
Hey Forest, You are really inspiring me. Enjoyed the track.
Great video! Such an underrated channel!
Your videos deserve a lot more subs. I’m sure they’re coming!
could watch your stuff all day! keep it up man!
Nailed it!
this was fucking great!💯🔥
This was incredible! Do a Niko Moon song - I'm trying to start getting drums like that into my songs!
That awesome man! I hope I can put 1/2 of something like that together with one of my songs. Amazing sir!
Sounds awesome ...Forest, can you try a percussive club mix. It could be a different way using synths and percussions combined. Just try it out.
8:27 is my fav spot :)
Im no country artist but this is cool
why does dude not have 1mil subs yet?... oh year bc this entire world is full of momos... KEEP doin your thing man.. imma atry tostay on your heals
That was great, wud love to see how you created K.B’s ‘Legends’ from scratch on another episode, thanks man
would love to see that too!
I remember writing over at MV2 before I moved here a few years ago... someone there was very excited to be going to write with you. I see why. I had already been checking out your track of KBs song before it blew up... from J Roye's video he posted.
Good times making the OG Ballerini record!
Thanks, Forest, this was really helpful! Very nice job, too! 👍🏼
Sounds amazing! Good stuff love the videos!
Hey Forest, could upload the studio one session?
Hell of a job Brother , appreciate watching you do your craft. Plus, I can download the stems! 🔥
i would love to see you break down a production like the one you did in your battle with Nathan Larsen, loved that one
Awesome.
killer. thanks!
i love ur videos bro
👌
COOL! Well done!
OH sounds amazing. Forest you are awesome. What drum-plugin do you use for this production and library
SO many.. Today I used the GGD drums and layered the One Kit Wonder with the Modern And Massive (kick and snare)
Very nicely done!
Hey Forest, love the videos! Great content. Wondering who is working the camera on the moving shots when you’re recording in the studio? Thanks
Lil bro. I was using a gimble here but lately I've been handheld. Thank you for stoppin by Brian
Very well done my dude
I have always wanted to make music but dont know how
This is awesome
Thanks for stopping by!
Wow what a great song you did a Awsome job I’m a new subscriber thanks 🙏
Dope! 💪🏾
Great job! Have you ever listened to the band Kaleo? I’d love you to break down “save yourself” song. 🙏🏼
Great stuff again, Forest. Love your channel! Q: Once you have a song skeleton/demo,
how do you edit/groove-quantize elements together to get them in the pocket? Any chance of a future video on this (pretty please) ? :)
What instrument do you most struggle with to get the results you want?
@@forestwhitehead Midi keys, midi bass, drums (midi or loops) and acoustic guitar - using Studio One, so trying to tighten them via it's groove quanitze thing. Or any better alternatives you kindly share :) Thanks for your super swift response. Love what you're doing. Especially your live session from January. Cheers from England :)
@@chasingcolours6789 Thanks for being a subscriber ill try to do a video on this soon..
avicii - wake me up is the sme aas dirt road anthem
hey forest IM new to this but could you tell me the remix vocals CH 40 then you have the acapella CH 28 are these two tracks post to be mixed together is this how you received his vocals or did you add one or the other to make it louder. thanks for your time. a great job you did.
Hey bro! What midi keyboard are you using there? Do you like it? Looking to get a new one.
Komplete model but you dont really need the screen unless you plan to use the browser feature (i dont) so what I have is overkill.
Hey there! That was awesome. I’m very interested in songwriting, but I do not play any instermental. I’ve been trying to come up with lyrics, but I’m having a hard time. Any advice on where to start?
Write everyday, think about locations you’ve grown up around, make yourself the main character and everything surrounding you important, write your story!
@@colebailey what about the accompaniment? Portion of the track? Since I only sing
@@TonyVeloOfficial I play guitar. Honestly it’s simple for me, I just play the guitar and if I’m playing the chords Em, Cadd9, G (you can look up chord progressions) then you look up what the key of the chord progression is. I also find the metronome and record the guitar over it. From there it’s really straight forward. I put the piano in the DAW I use on that key and it’ll visualize the scale you use (you can choose whatever scale sounds best for the song just try them out.) then after all of that drums can be just a kick over the metronome and a snare every second kick for something simple. Or it can be up to your imagination. Then if it still sounds empty, add a Bass over the root note. And a violin or chello. Along with maybe an organ or to lead. And your done! (Except after all of that is done now you have to mix and master! And you’ll find problems from listening to the track over and over that you have to fix. Until three hours later the song is completely different lol.)
But again, I don’t play any instruments. I’ve tried to learn guitar, but my fingers will bot move well to make the different shapes to produce chords. In addition, I’ve also tried piano, but that did not work well either. Do u have any other suggestions for an individual who plays no instruments?
Great content here Forest. What's your approach on producing pedal steel? Do you do a hard pan on it, add reverb & delay, compression, etc.?
Hey Forest, what mic are you recording the acoustic instruments with? It sounds great!
Peluso P12 it looks like
Good eye Barry
If you had to pick one -- Studio One or Logic X? Am trying to decide myself!
If you are complete beginner I think Logic is easier to learn. Studio one 5 is great for more advanced features but not a must.
Writing great songs, with melody is one thing. When you're only a melody creator, vocalist, lyric writer. Doing demos is impossible when you haven't any instrument expertise.you only hear melody, licks in your head. Programs with instruments are too overwhelming. What's an easier way?
Pay for a producer who can help you!
Well ya that's the obvious thing, but that costs alot of money ..good country guitar players with good ears...aren't working alot...with the curtail of live shows... They want top dollar for demos
@@caliemm2159 it doesnt always cost alot of money, email me and ill explain. forest@musiccityplaybook.com
Did you use the GGD one kit wonder or the modern and massive on this? Also: Check out the new Mixwave Thomas Prodgen Drums if you haven't already. Loving em so far
I used both and blended the snare kick tones
Thomas Prodgen Drums sound amazing getting them now.. thanks dude!
@@forestwhitehead yeah man! The only issue I have with them is the cymbals are a little bright but I used soothe and Pro Q 3 to take em up a bit and everything sits perfectly in a mix for quick demos
@@joshbrightproductions582 already got them downloaded. thanks dude!
How many vocals do you use in your Hook and Vers?
hii forest, downladed stems are mixed one or rough
all raw files
That was awesome man... with the gtr, did you use an amp or software? Great sound...bk 🙏
I used both! I used the fractal axe fx 3 for the heavy distortion and Studio One's Ampire for the verse guitars.
@@forestwhitehead I've heard so many great things about the axe fx 3.
@@forestwhitehead Fractal rocks, been a user for over 10years. Im on the waitlist for the FM9.
Which drums were you using on this?
what app is this called.
OOPS! Insurance company riff!! Not that... Still good stuffn though
I am learning alot from these videos,...but I grew up on country music in the 60s and 70s and I can't stand modern country. Jason Aldean wears hoop earrings for God's sake! Awful!!
Too bad Forest didn't find a more traditional country song to demo here on this helpful video. Hard for my ears to listen to country-rap parts. Yuck!
I just heard a line in the lyrics which reference George Jones...and then the songs goes back into the country-rap part undermining the nod to traditional country. How annoying. Long live traditional country.
@@tonycolatruglio328 Cant win em all Tony but glad you stopped by. Heads up, I'm the wrong channel if you like "traditional"
Dirt Road Anthem is a traditional country rap. the way Jason Aldean was the traditional country way