Touch and Go released today

S7 Back with a new release but this time I really need all YOUR help classifying the genre! I've gone back to my roots

Sever7 - Touch and Go (Original Mix)

Sever7 - M.O.N. (Original Mix)

Welcome to my latest release, "M.O.N." (Middle Of Nowhere). Inspired by the more Euphoric EDM scene of early 2001.

Going to be upfront and apologies for the rubbish quality - I have no idea why this is happening when bouncing down from Logic 9. No channel is clipping and I'm not pushing in master stage. Average -1 db. Anyway, try and enjoy and crit welcome - it's the first track out of my new rig and studio setup and first out of Logic Pro.

Sever7 - "M.O.N." (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/sever7-m-o-n-original-mix

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.

Cityscape is available for purchase!

It's here! Please support this single buy purchasing from either of these stores

iTunes: Cityscape
Amazon MP3: Cityscape

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?

Well done Jay!

My mate Jay Robinson from North Wales has recently been interviewed on BBC Radio 1! Well done and wish only bigger things for you - keep it up.

If you haven't heard the interview / guest mix - please listen and download here: http://soundcloud.com/djjayrobinson/jay-robinson-interview-guest

New MIDI Controller for my studio

Look, to most Producers this isn't a big deal but to me it really is :-) I've been looking around for a midi controller that can control my current DAW and any in the future as well as double up as a fairly well built piano / synth style keyboard.

In my quest I've demo'd the Axiom Pro 49 and The Novation Impulse 49. To be honest - non of them did it for me, with either the keys not feeling great response wise or the actual features not measuring up to expectation.

There is a large difference in price between the two and of course allowed me to look at other vendors too. I introduce my selected controller ladies and gentleman - although I haven't purchased one yet - I have used a demo.

I've opted for an Akai MPK49!

It comes configured with 16 pre-sets (Live, Cubase etc.) with the option to add your own (which is what I'll be doing in FL Studio). It's a full 49 key setup with after touch ability on both the keys and the pads. The pad setup mimics that of the MPC series and will stand up to much studio abuse.

The LCD is well lit and can definitely be used with ease no matter the lighting environment (Just don't shine something directly upon it though - within reason). Keys are well sized and good to the touch and overall well manufactured.

The biggest reason for deciding on the MPK49 however is it's 3 Banks allowing you to control the 8 faders across them all (24 effective faders). One can literally control everything from the DAW transport to each and every channel in your workspace.

I could go on but won't - my best advice for those who are considering an upgrade or even their first controller - head over to your local sound / studio shop and request a demonstration. This bit of kit is worth every penny! Expect a follow up posting after I've purchased the unit - it won't be for some time due to other commitments but it will be in the near future.

Enjoy!

5 Days left to win a FREE mastering session with MixMastered Studios

MixMastered Studios are offering you the chance to win a FREE mastering session from their Hollywood studios. It's dead easy to enter too - navigate to http://mixmasteredstudios.com/free-online-audio-mastering-contest - You've only got 5 days left!

Best of luck

Best / Favourite DAW you prefer using?

What DAW are you guys using / prefer to produce music. Some use one, others combine a few to benefit from workflow / features between stages of production.

Personally I'm a huge fan of FL Studio. They've come a long way and if you know the ins and outs, it's pretty powerful too. Ultimately though, I have my eyes set on a Logic setup.

Looking to buy a mac someday but for now, happy with the current DAW

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

Enjoy your stay (don't forget to sub)