Behind the beat: Youtuber 'Swindling Music' and One Remarkable Jam

If you haven't stumbled across Swindling Music's YouTube channel yet, you're in for a treat. Though his presence online has been sparse—with only three videos and an eight-month absence—his ambient session is a standout gem and a beat that's worth diving into. The single posted video is reminiscent of the artist Teebs, featuring rich textures and ambient soundscapes that weave together into a blissful tapestry of sound.

What makes this ambient session particularly captivating is how Swindling Music crafts each sound to interact harmoniously, creating a deeply immersive auditory experience. The way he explores and integrates various textures has inspired me to experiment more with found sounds and textural sessions in my own music.

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I've found myself returning to this video repeatedly, using it to get into the right headspace while working on my own projects. Incorporating recordings from around my house, I’ve started to experiment with blending these sounds into my compositions, aiming to achieve a balance that allows for both exploration and cohesion.

If you’re into found sounds or sample-based music, I highly recommend checking out this video. It’s a fantastic example of how venturing outside traditional beatmaking techniques can lead to new and exciting creative paths. So, dive in, and if you find yourself stuck in conventional methods, consider experimenting with these techniques and exploring sounds beyond your usual comfort zone.

Let's hope Swindling Music comes back to the platform and gives us more of this SP magic.