Good
time everyone! Thanks for the offer.
I
am an ordinary person, like many others. Born in Russia, in the
outback. From an early age there was a love for drawing. Around 1990,
music appeared in my life in the form of a cassette recorder. And
there was a lot of music, so I collected it. Probably at that moment,
my long journey in the world of sounds began. To tell everyone about
the whole journey, a separate interview would be needed for this
(laughing).
Your
music productions often take the theme of Space. What influenced you
in taking this approach to your compositions?
Thirst
for the unknown. Space is a mystery. Even though we know about it,
how far we can see it in powerful telescopes, we still don't know
anything about it. Space is a frightening beauty, bewitching and
bewitching. All people live under the same sky. All the people are
with him, and whatever the space is, it is of interest to all.
I
unite people through my music. Any person, with any religion, any
views, will love space and my music about space. It is neutral for
everyone. She lulling and I just like to create it. I feel too close
to different worlds about which I can tell, including space.
I
think someday people all over the planet will hate my music. This
will happen if one-day space brings us sorrow (laughs). Before that
happens, space is a peaceful, a silent giant looking down at us.
Similarly
another reoccurring theme is nature. How does your approach differ
to creating these compositions?
That's
right. Nature is what excites me just as much. If space is something
mysterious and inaccessible, then we can see nature now, we know it
very well. We interact with her every day. It is clear to us.
For
the music of space I use specific sounds, more often electronic, but
soft. Then for nature I use sounds that we hear more often. If space
needs a smooth atmosphere, then for nature I often use atmospheric
pads with rustling sounds, with sounds that more closely reflect
nature. As a painter, I try to visualize sounds. Whether or not I can
succeed is for the listener to decide.
Could
you tell us about your studio set up and your favourite pieces of
equipment or software?
Sure.
If anyone thinks that I have a large studio with expensive equipment,
they will be very wrong. If we speak in such a way as a studio, then
I do not have one. I have a workplace. The place where I create the
alchemy of sounds. But, there is nothing unusual about it. There are
no expensive devices. A standard set of necessary things to make
music professionally. Sound monitoring, cheap but professional
headphones, sound card, digital programs. Several musical
instruments, including those made by myself.
You
don't need to have the most expensive equipment to become a
professional musician. First of all, you need to be a professional
musician.
20
years ago I could write the music "stick on seashell"
(laugh). And it worked out pretty well. Now imagine what I can do
with sounds, with everything that I have now? This is a huge scope
for creativity. Thanks to the 21st century of high technology. If
they put me in the coolest studio, then it seems to me I would
dissolve in it and become music myself (laughs).
What
advice would you give to those starting out in electronic music?
Of
course I can. Musical life is ordered, and it will weed out the wheat
from the chaff. And if you are not ready to become something more
than just a person, then you cannot. Many break down and chuck it in
half way. Man is used to living with illusions and hopes. And at some
point, the hope was not justified, and the illusion collapsed with
pain. A person gives up his hobby and becomes ordinary. So I'll put
it this way:
1.
Never think of your hobby as your earnings. Creativity comes first,
then earnings. You will be surprised when you find out (maybe many
years later) that what you love so much (to make music) has begun to
bring you money. What would you have noticed and loved is the
audience, you must first make a qualitative and unusual music. But
don't think about how much you will earn. This is confusing to many.
2.
Practice music as much as you need. Do not force yourself, but do not
infringe on your desires.
3.
Invite people to listen to your music. Ask for reviews. Ask for
honest reviews. Respond to criticism correctly. Try to make the music
better than it is. Feedback is very important for a musician.
Positive or negative. The main thing here is to perceive it
correctly. Feedback should be constructive.
4.
If you are a genius or talent, then you will be told about it. If
they talk about it - never quit what you started. You can be
self-critical and humble and deny your own music.
Therefore,
for this we need strangers of all races and preferences, so that they
would tell you the whole truth.
5.
Perseverance and work, set goals. This is all you need for any
profession or any activity.
You’re
a bit of a work horse when it comes to musical production. What’s
next on the agenda?
Yes,
in recent years I began to devote more time to music, and less time
to unnecessary things. And this process of getting involved in music
is still going on.
Next
we will continue the long series of Cosmos Episodes. As planned,
these are 24 parts. So far, only 11 are ready. Let's not guess. This
is an ambitious project. I would like to make 24 hours of music so
that someone can listen to it non-stop. Although not sure if anyone
needs it. But this is primarily for me as a challenge, and as a kind
of game.
Another
project in cooperation with IMBIT (Institute of Medical and
Boilogical Information Technologies). I make music for them which
they find perfect for their task. This is used for hypnosis,
psychocorrection, etc.
I
also discover new genres for myself, and if I like them, I start
making them. I love music, I like many genres and I want to create
them. Therefore, I will still surprise you.
Links
http://eguanamusic.wix.com/eguana
https://www.facebook.com/eguanamusic
https://www.cosmicleaf.com/en/products.php?action=artist&id=89
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nYWhMzt3fDNNW0cwPIw7V
