Third Time Hearing: Tate McRae - Musician's Reaction

TL;DR

Reactor listens to Tate McRae's songs for the third time, discusses the production techniques, and praises her vocals and songwriting.

Transcript

before i thought this was the first time i was hearing her but i actually i forgot i made a mistake so that's why i renamed this video from first time hearing tate mcrae the third time here because actually i've already done her song stupid i've already done uh uh what's it called you broke me first um but i i didn't even realize so we're gonna do ... Read More

Key Insights

• ❓ Reactor enjoys Tate McRae's songs and recognizes her talent as a vocalist and songwriter.
• 🖐️ Vocoder and modulation effects play a significant role in Tate McRae's songs.
• 🤳 Self-production can add a raw and intimate touch to a song but also requires vulnerability and simplicity.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does a vocoder work in music production?

A vocoder is an instrument that allows a person's voice to be played through a synthesizer, creating a robotic and distorted sound. It uses the notes played on the synthesizer to translate the vocals into robotic-like harmonies.

Q: What is the significance of self-producing a song?

Self-production can add an intimate and grassroots vibe to a song. It also allows the artist to have full control over the production process, but it can be challenging to know when a song is complete and not to overproduce it.

Q: What are some techniques used in piano songwriting for beginners?

Beginner piano songwriting often starts with whole notes and simple chord progressions. As the song progresses, arpeggios (playing the root, third, and fifth notes of a chord) are commonly used to add complexity.

Q: How can pitch modulation affect vocals?

Pitch modulation effects, like phasers or pitch-shifting plugins, can alter a vocal's pitch, creating unique and robotic sounds. This effect can add depth and interest to the vocals, enhancing the overall production.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The reactor initially forgot that he had previously reacted to Tate McRae's songs and decides to react to "Are You Okay" as well as "You Broke Me First."

• Reactor appreciates the use of vocoders in "You Broke Me First" and explains how they work in music production.

• Reactor admires the production quality and rawness in Tate McRae's song "One Day."

• Reactor compliments McRae's vocals and discusses the use of modulation effects in "Are You Okay."