bazyli,denys,franek
production: kimberlygoodnight at mediaplaypr
photography : denis shchekin
@bvzyli - Bazyli
How would you describe what you do in your own words? - I'm just swaggin. I make music, I travel and live life like it’s my last day.
Do you create beats with a specific artist in mind, or do you prefer to let the music guide itself? - I would say it depends on the mood. Sometimes yes, but most of the time I just experiment till it sounds good and I feel it.
If you could collaborate with any artist—past or present—who would it be, and what kind of project would you want to create together? - I think there would be a lot of them but if i need to choose one i would choose Spaceghostpurrp. He’s the goat and his music paved the way for what I'm doing now and what other people are doing and were doing. I would love to lab with him but I think it’s impossible.
What's one thing about being a producer that people often misunderstand? - Everybody’s got their own style and they have the right to do what they like so I wish people didn’t hate something because it’s different. I think the diversity we have in music now it’s the best thing that has happened because everyone can find something they like.
Are you someone who falls asleep as soon as your head hits the pillow, or do you have a nightly ritual before bed? - I go to bed early in the morning or I don't rest at all so i would say it depends but i love to watch movies and i treat them like a lullaby haha
@youngpolyanagwap - Denys
How would you describe what you do in your own words? - I am an artist and I just do creative work.
How do you balance your own artistic vision with the artist's identity and the story they want to tell? - I'm just showing people my train of thought.
Is there an album cover that has had a lasting influence on the way you approach graphic design? - Everything that was made by Pen & Pixel.
What is one detail in your work that people often overlook, but that means a lot to you? - What is simply a "classic" is sometimes perceived by people as something banal and overhyped due to excessive attempts to stand out.
When you finally switch off after a long day, do you have any evening rituals or habits that help you unwind before going to sleep? - I just watch movies.
@franekyee - Franek
How would you describe what you do in your own words? - I'm enjoying the moment and creating music that genuinely resonates with me.
After all, we only live once, so I'm simply striving to do the best I can.
How do you know when a beat is truly finished? - I know a beat is truly finished when I can finally stop thinking about what else could be improved.
Where do you usually find inspiration when you're feeling creatively stuck? -
In my opinion, inspiration can be found everywhere. Whenever I feel creatively stuck, I usually spend time with my friends and walk around the city. If that's not possible, I simply watch films.
What do you hope people feel the first time they hear one of your productions? -
I hope people will genuinely enjoy listening to it, or at the very least share their honest opinions and thoughtful feedback about their experience.
Does your creative mind ever really switch off at night, or do you have a bedtime routine that helps you disconnect? -
I don't think my creativity ever truly fades.
Despite that, my bedtime routine is surprisingly ordinary.
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