Continuing his passion for EDM, Ivan Galvan just released his eerie bass-driven sophomore album, Mensajero, on his independent label, Muzkit Muzic Records.
It’s a bass-heavy album drawing inspiration from Rezz, Martin Garrix, Skrillex and deadmau5, filled with mid-tempo and energizing upbeats, unclean bass synths and eerie down tempos.
His love for pure dance music shines through on this release. If this one doesn’t make you move, I don’t know what will.
Video Credits: Producer/Creative Director: Brandy Cole / Ivan Galvan
Special thanks to Videomatic & kSergiUs
Here are Ivan’s 5 tips for producers. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned vet, one of these tips may help you in your creative process:
1. Be Yourself– “It’s important to find your own unique voice and write music that is true to who you are. For me being myself means telling stories that I find meaningful and expressing them through the music I create.”
2. Get Along Well With Others– “Whether you’re collaborating with an artist, producer or graphic designer. Make sure to be someone who is easy to work with.”
3. Dealing with Writer’s Block– “I ward off writer’s block by searching for and discovering new music that I find inspiring. Getting out of the house and going to the beach or for a hike gets me in a better state to create as well.”
4. Enjoy the Process and Have Fun– “Sometimes we tend to forget that making music is supposed to be a fun and enjoyable experience. It’s a great idea to keep this in mind especially when we are feeling stuck and struggling to finish a new track.”
5. Continue Learning– “Whether it’s a new keyboard shortcut to help you work more efficiently or studying music theory in order to write more interesting chords. The key is to keep growing and progressing everyday.”
Listen to the new album below:
Mensajero Credits:
WRITTEN/RECORDED/PRODUCED BY:
IVAN GALVAN
CO-PRODUCED BY:
BRANDY COLE
MIXING BY:
CJ AT MUZKIT MUZIC STUDIO
POMONA, CA
MASTERING:
NICK DAWES AT LA SOURCE STUDIO
GRASSE, FRANCE
COVER ART/GRAPHIC DESIGN:
BRANDY COLE
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