Roy breaks down writing and recording the song “Let the Past Die.” You’ll hear the vocals, guitars, and drums isolated from the mix in this part by part walk-through of the song.
On this episode:
- why the song is so darn intense and dramatic (…on accident)
- which part was recycled from a completely different song
- why falsetto vocals were used on 3 occasions throughout the song
- the arranging and production tricks used to make the song “pop”
- Roy’s favorite part of the song
- …and so much more!
00:00 Intro 03:53 What's with the ukulele vibe?! 07:57 Kylo's Verse 10:11 Chorus 1: Suspense & Vocal Arranging 12:39 Rey's Verse: Echoes & 80s Drum Fills 14:38 Pre Chorus 2: Background Vocals & Falsetto 17:13 Chorus 2: Drums, Lower Harmonies & the "B Part" 20:11 The Bridge: Old Demos & Dramatic Effects 23:33 Chorus 3: Ska Guitar & Lead Guitar 24:57 YouTube Comments: "The Sequels"
Vox "We Measured Pop Music's Falsetto Obsession" ►► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJT2h5uGAC0
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