Bye bye FL, Hello Logic

I've just finalized the purchase on the new studio PC and have decided to switch completely to Logic.

FL Studio will be missed though, it truly was great for the price and ease of use. Logic has a different approach to most things but sure i'll get the hang of it soon enough.

The choice was based largely on the hassles with my previous rig which had played up again recently coupled with my inquisitive nature - wondering why everyone recommends Logic. So let's see what the fuss is about shall we.

So far haven't even started it up - still waiting for the 2GB extras to download so I can get going (cannot to skip this step). So heres to even bigger challenges and achievements - really feel it's a milestone on a personal level. Expect feedback, quirks, headaches, tips and much more in future.

To release or not to release?

That is - indeed - the question. Let's back-track just a little bit, allow me to explain. I've been sending a lot of work off to various big name labels (can't find contact details to the smaller Trance labels) - why you ask? Being indie is great but I don't personally have the marketing pull / stronghold / resources these big companies have.

I digress. After sending off a few promo's the consensus on my latest track "Cityscape" has been that it's technically great and mixed / mastered perfectly - BUT - and a huge BUT - it's not what industry is looking for right now.

This is good and bad for many reasons, to keep a DJ's set consistent you have to source / supply tracks that fit / work together. The bad side is you get much of the same being produced and in the end nothing that really breaks out from the norm.

With this feeling I am a bit reluctant to release my latest work - as it too - is different :-) So where to from here?

I think the end point is the fact that we make music to express ourselves just as an artist puts brush to canvas or a writer ink to paper - you know what? I think I'll be releasing the new track.

"Cityscape" Music Video!

Cityscape music video is online!

http://vimeo.com/37476639

Sever7 - Cityscape (Original Mix) Released!

Sever7 - Cityscape (Original Mix)

Welcome to my latest release, "Cityscape". Combining both western and eastern EDM influences - enjoy the musical journey

Produced, mixed and mastered in house by Sever7 (Sean Sever). Please note that this is a lower quality version of the final track and the full original HQ version will be available for purchase shortly (Support your industry!)

Sever7 - "Cityscape" (C)Copywrite 2012. This production is the work of Sean Sever. All rights reserved. Sean Sever / Sever7 runs the Dusk Record Label

http://soundcloud.com/sean-sever/cityscapeedit_mastered-wav

Enjoy!

New release on its way!

Ladies and gentleman! Can't wait to share my latest work with you all but unfortunately you'll have to wait just a day or two longer :-)

I've sent the promo off to a few record labels and have decided to wait on them before releasing to public. I can tell you now that you're in for a real treat - not only is the next production of even higher quality - I've gone the extra mile to produce a music video for it.

That's right! It's already on YouTube and Vimeo - just waiting for final release to public ;-)

Studio rig gone ape!

Not the best of days :-) Was making great progress on my next track and the studio PC began to give issues in the form of intermittent reboots.

This rig was built from the ground up (by me) so I know that the problem lay with 64-bit XP drivers (Sound card). So why not just re-install them?

I did - and that's where the horror story comes into play. Sound is completely different to what it used to by - almost tiny. I've re-checked all studio wiring, and even tried 3 historical drivers.

Truly at a loss for words. Almost as if I've lost the LFE portion of a setup running in 5.1 (I'm obviously powered two studio monitor speakers in stereo).

After battling for hours - still no joy. Even the VST's I've used for years sound different - like their rendering to a different clock speed.

Strange stuff. Anyone else ever had an experience like this?

Dark Arpeggio Radio Version Available!

Alright :-) I'd like new opinions - mastering sessions finished. This is the Radio Edit suitable for Podcasts etc.

http://soundcloud.com/sean-sever/midnight-shuffle-master-radio -or- http://snd.sc/xSJTJA

Original version can be located here:

http://soundcloud.com/sean-sever/sever7-dark-arpeggio-original -or- http://snd.sc/xupa12

Sever7 - "Dark Arpeggio" Promo released today!

It's here! My latest promo track has been released to SoundCloud - have a listen and comment ;-)

This is an unmastered promo release on sound cloud to get a feel for what you guys think of it before spending further time in studio on the final mix/master.

This Trance production simply entitled "Dark Arpeggio" combines feelings of determination/happiness with a dash of darkness. Feel free to post a comment / share your thoughts on this piece of work.

http://soundcloud.com/sean-sever/promo-darkarpeggio

Produced, mixed and mastered in house by Sever7 (Sean Sever). Please note that this is a lower quality version of the final track and the full original HQ version will be available for purchase (Support your industry!)

Sever7 - "Dark Arpeggio" (C)Copywrite 2012. This production is the work of Sean Sever. All rights reserved. Sean Sever / Sever7 runs the Dusk Record Label

Producer updates

Hi all of you!

First off - Thank you for supporting this blog! Been really busy in the studio working on my latest track, can't wait to share it with you all.

To the producers out there, have you seen or worked with the latest Impulse kit from Novation? If you have hit me up with a message - considering this for the studio.

In the mean time... Get Sever7 - "Wavetable" on Amazon.com now: http://www.amazon.com/Wavetable-Single/dp/B0073SH3R0/ref=sr_shvl_album_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1328085768&sr=301-1

Support your EDM industry ;-)

iTunes Release

Wavetable has been approved on iTunes. Come get it ;-) http://itunes.apple.com/album/wavetable-single/id497908875

"Wavetable" Distribution update

Distribution of my latest single "Wavetable" went live, 24 January 2012 for sale at iTunes, Amazon (Digital download & CD), Spotify, MySpace, MediaNet, eMusic, Zune, Rhapsody, Nokia Music Store and VerveLife

All stores should have it listed between 3 - 7 days (some up to 4 weeks).

Wavetable released

Wavetable released today, 24th January 2012. If you haven't already had a listen check it out right now:
http://soundcloud.com/sean-sever/sever7-wavetable

Be sure to follow if you're a SoundCloud member to ensure you don't miss out on any future exclusive previews / releases.

DJ's - if you're looking for a high quality copy to play out loud - please hit me up with a message.

Welcome!

Welcome to my official blog ladies and gentleman. You will be able to find my latest news, track listings, release schedule and general industry tips all in one place.

Kick-starting this first posting - check out my Google+ page here: https://plus.google.com/101151069526589339411

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