"I want to go back to the 80's, and stay there" Espen Kraft

@jandospace

3 жыл бұрын

haha yes this made me laugh

@jennytaylor3324

3 жыл бұрын

Amen to that.

@Epictronics1

2 жыл бұрын

😂

@ACLStands

2 жыл бұрын

I never left.....

@jennytaylor3324

2 жыл бұрын

@@ACLStands Me neither!

You could make videos for hours Espen, I would watch until the end, I even do marathon of all your content, it's a therapy for me. Thanks for all your dedication and affection with your work and your subscribers, it inspires me to create my ideas, even though I was born in the 90s, I breathe in the 80s!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thanks Paulo! :D

@NostalKeys

3 жыл бұрын

I strongly agree, Paulo. Assino embaixo. Abs.

@cortical1

Жыл бұрын

Well said. His videos really are psychologically therapeutic and have a real magic to them in their style, pace, and content. As a discerning teen of the 80s, I think his songwriting is beautiful and highly intelligent. Cheers. 👾🦄📼🕹️📺

My Time Machine is almost done! I’ll come and pick you up and then back to 1984-1985! ❤I so miss the 80s.

Def here for the journey. You are brave for being vulnerable on youtube to write a song in realtime, keep singing and writing in realtime. This was awesome and very nostalgic. You kind of sound like the Pet Shop Boys.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Kevin! :D

"I wan't to go back to the 80s and stay there..." I know how you feel my friend...

@samprock

3 жыл бұрын

it went too fast, so what's wrong keep living it for 40 years? just extra EK guru to show how its done over the back to future channel :)

"I WANT TO GO BACK TO THE 80'S AND STAY THERE"! lol love this guy

What a treat to see such a musically informed (and 80s-inspired) brain at work in real time composing! A real gem of a video producing a real gem of a new tune. Thanks, Espenator!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks man! :)

@pacificbase

3 жыл бұрын

@@EspenKraft hi ! Why not adds in the middle of the video ? To not interrupt the flow ? I appreciate it, but as a fan, i would let all the adds play, they don't bother me.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

@@pacificbase No, automatic KZread ads in the middle of longer videos are a pain to watch. They never come in the right place and flow is everything. When I have sponsored videos I always pay a lot of attention to where to place it just so it won't ruin the flow. In a gear video, it's less critical, but I won't turn this on.

Yes still with you at 20:53! Not going anywhere. I want to see how this boy and girl end up!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! I'll come back to that. ;-)

@LightWingStudios

3 жыл бұрын

Divorced. :)

man i actually out loud went “woah” at 3:42 with that chord, holy goodness

7:50 I think I read somewhere that Paul McCartney used what one might call "mock words" in the Wings song "Jet" that were just left in and comprise the recorded version of that song we all know. They were just spontaneous words and phrases that came to mind that fit the song melodically. I also seem to remember the title of the song came from him having a little puppy named "Jet" because it had jet-black fur that would get into mischief, as puppies often do, and Paul and Linda were always yelling "JET!!!" whenever he did. That became the main lyric and title of the song.

I AM WITH YOU BROTHER! STUCK IN THE 80S AND I WILL ALWAYS STAY THERE! ❤️🔥🎹🎸

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

2:16-2:29 ARE MY FAVORITE PIECE

Thanks for posting this. You absolutely nailed a certain sound and harmonies that instantly caused a strong feeling deja vu.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Floyd!

"I live for nostalgia" righteous

Oh yeah! We’re with you! Keep them comin!

Your videos are just fantastic man!! I sat and watched several last night. I too am a huge fan of the 80s. Was born in '75.

@EspenKraft

10 ай бұрын

Man thanks!

@evildeebee

10 ай бұрын

@@EspenKraft no problem! Started following you on spotify and going to give all your stuff listens!

Dude - how could you even doubt we're all here for the good stuff. 10 minutes, 20 minutes, 180 minutes - I'll take whatever there is watching you take a trip in pastel colours. Watching and hearing your progressions beams me right into what you truly ARE: the 80s. Keep on that stuff - it's magic. Thank you so much for sharing your passion.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

May thanks man! :D

It's so nice to see someone who appreciates Synthesizers and their history as much as I do - you're an inspiration, even if sometimes you don't feel like it.

"I. Want to go back to the 80s. And. Stay. There" Love it!!

I'm still here! Go forever and some of us will keep watching :)

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

Dude your videos are GOLD!!!!! I stay no blinking the whole video no matter how long they are and the longer the better. Sooooo much info and ideas , SOOOO inspirational!!!! Man thank you so much for taking the time to share all this!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

I watched till the end.I know how important it is to show the whole process and what's involved in making it sound natural when it's completed.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! :D

That E flat and A flat major 7 were super beautiful as a transition. Very nice to watch you compose this in real time.

@EspenKraft

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks! I have another video series coming where I do the same thing. Coming later.

"I'm still with you" - that's your next song's title, you have it!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

We're still here until the end don't worry ! This is fascinating

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! Part 2 out now as well. :)

I'm still there! I love the longer videos, it's great to see you just doing your magic.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks! :D

This is fantastic! It's like magic how the sounds, in just the right mixtures, come alive!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for saying! :D

I watched the full video time! Loopop asked the same... I know many look only half or less, some jumping in the videos. Thumb up!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

I admire the fact that whatever you do, you do it with feeling. I absolutely think that feeling and passion are the major factors for making something wonderful and unique, not only in the golden years but also nowadays. That said, well it's true. You are the 80s. Thank you Espen.

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for saying Johnny! :D

With you all the way on your videos. It's always a pleasure to see such a talented musician as you in work... thank you Mr. Espen Kraft

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Jan! :D

Great work, Espen! I think it´s really special to take us with you in the studio when making emotional music, which to me is such an intimate process, because it is where emotions, feelings of the moment and the heart come together.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, it is many things going on at once. ;-)

A delight to watch, thank you Espen Kraft.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks! :D

Thanks Espen, love following your process.

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks man!

Yes im still eagerly watching past 21 min and watching to the end. Yes id love to go back to the 80s as well, which is why I follow your channel among other reasons. Synths and 80s new romantic music is still amazing with what synths and sounds they used and how creative the artists were. Keep up the great work Espen you are the 80s indeed!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony! :D

Thanks for this. Saved to my "Music learning" playlist and watched fully thru. 80's is the best.

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D

Especially I’m still with ya! Best guy on youtube you’ve helped me learn so much. Appreciate how much you love the 80s and the nostalgia of it just like I do! Let’s bring this music back

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Evan! :D

Loved this so much, Espen! I absolutely watch to the end. I always do!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome Paul, thanks! :D

These videos are so inspirational, thank you Espen.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

Keep doing it man u are the memory of the 80s regardless that i was born in 1994 but the music of the 80s something magic

@EspenKraft

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

Great vid Espen! Thanks! Keep it up, your content is always a joy to watch.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

Yeesss man, love this type of video and the next to come! Keep making these

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D

Thanks for the video Espen, for sharing your techniques and knowledge ! And yes, I watched the whole video.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Marcos! :)

Love your writing. From Ireland!

@EspenKraft

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

Pure AHA lyrics ! Love this so much and I will always love the synth nostalgia. Thanks Espen.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Chris! :D

Excelente video, súper educativo. Y la nostalgia, siempre presente en cada sonido. Y si. Lo vimos hasta el final. No tiene desperdicio. Uno de tus mejores videos. Sin dudas.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Gracias! :D

This is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

Hey Espen, thanks a lot for posting this. I watched from the beginning all the way to the end. It was really enjoyable and I learned a lot too watching the creative process of putting together a song and even in its state, it sounds amazing.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks, I appreciate it! :D

Thank you Espen! I'm a child of the 80s myself and it's just heartwarming how you manage to bring that time back to life. Better said: Actually the 80s were never dead. I think they just took a break ;-) Thanks again for the great and inspiring videos!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Dirk! :D

i am definitely still here. fantastic video as always. love the song so far. and very helpful. thank you espen.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Tanya! :)

Yes I watched / listened to the end. Thanks for this insight into your composition techniques.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for saying. :D

Watched till the very end. This kind of video is my favorite type that you make, honestly. I love the "watch me work/write" format, and getting a glimpse into your songwriting process!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Happy you liked it. Cheers! :D

We are with you Espen; you have us hooked ☺...

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

Amazing video Espen, really enjoyed that.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lars! :D

Thank you for this, for being a huge 80s fan you’ve definitely captured the essence of the 80s sound. 80s music takes you back to another world and you’ve definitely done that.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ed! :D

@heyjudeee

3 жыл бұрын

@@EspenKraft Your very welcome, it reminds a lot of the group Alphaville.

This was brilliant--thanks for making it and letting us share in your songwriting process. Really inspiring.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

0:47 "Born in Kansas on an ordinary plain" lalala Pandora 's Box, OMD .First Song that came in my mind when you played the chord progression

Thank you Espen!!! you just made my Saturday night for stating that!! going back staying there in the 80s!! I myself said that way back in the mid 80s!! they are the best years the best decades!! amen and I salute to the 80s !!! the best years in music!!!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

This is such a awesome channel ❤️ thanks Espen

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for saying Tracy! :D

I followed through the entire video that is very easy and instructional. Loved the part when you mentioned “I want to go back to the 80s and stay there”. I am sure many of us here would fully agree with that! Thanks and keep up the great work and your excellent videos that helps to keep the Spirit of the 80s alive!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael! :D

I want to go back to the 80s and stay there. Perfect.

Watched all the way to the end, took notes and played along throughout. Thank you, very much! Keep doing these long format videos!

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

Great video. I watched it in its entirety, so please keep doing it this way. Thank you so much!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

Wow thanks for telling us more about your songwriting process...yes I was watching up until that point and will continue to watch you Mr Kraftski

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks James! :)

Still with you to the end man. Please keep making these. The music making is always going to be the important part, far more than the sound design or gear choice, alone. Context is key for these things to make sense. Great work!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks man! :D

I am totally still listening! Super talented and giving me motivation.

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks, awesome!

Still with you at 21:00. Thank you for another pleasant and informative video.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :)

Awesome video! Watched to the end, all good stuff. Don't shorten the videos. We learn from the in depth analyses you do. Thanks!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :)

Could watch you for hours. Amazing stuff. 👌🏻

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

I’m still here and I love it! Keep doing these awesome videos, Espen and please, make them longer! Cheers and thank you very much for your dedication!

@EspenKraft

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Be sure to check out my "A song is born" series. That's near 8 hours long. ;-)

this helped me a lot! thank you! keep doing what you are doing :) its great!! loving all the videos

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks! :D

Always gold content. Very inspiring Espen!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :)

With you from start to finish. Well done, nice progressions.

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

Best video I saw from you. Interesting to watch someone’s creative process. Some parts of song remind me Pet Shop Boys, my favourite group.

@EspenKraft

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! I have a whole 10 episode series where I expand on this concept. It's called "A Song Is Born". Cheers

Even your voice sounds 80's, this is awesome! Watched all the way through and would love to see more. Keep up the great content!

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

The 1950s influence on 80s culture is pretty strong. I mean obviously bands like Elvis Costello were doing it, but it's all over new wave stuff in general. Sorta figured that was why Back to the Future ended up the way that it did.

great video Espen, I love your composition session

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gilles! :D

Espen im with you wherever your journey takes us😀

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! :D

Great video. Definitely still with you at 21 minutes. Definitely staying to the end. :) You AM the 80s, man!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

I’m with you, Espen - till the very end. Great video 👍🏻

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Henrik! :)

Thanks Espen! Love your style, very inspirational. You are easy to admire my friend. Keep up the good work!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D

YES! - this is just what I needed. After many years of playing other people's music, I'm taking my first faltering steps into making my own. This was informative and inspirational. Onto Part 2 !

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

I hardly know anything about playing keys, and found this super easy to follow. Thanks again Espen for another cool video!

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks! :D

Fascinating. With you all the way.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, cheers! :D

I've just watched your video for all the time, from the beginning until the end. Thanks for sharing your ideas, your music and your creative passion for 80s style music! Nostalgìa is with me too!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

I really love your channel and videos. Love 80ies music as well. Super cool!!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

Watching this again. I love it so much. I’m learning things now that I wish I learned when I was young. Thank you.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for saying!

a beautiful sounding song Espen, looking forward to the next upload :)

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Gavin! :D

We're with you! Keep those sweet jams coming!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D

@scottcornish7574

3 жыл бұрын

@@EspenKraft subscribed! Been really trying to improve my synth pop jams and your channel has been a big help. Thank you!!!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Part 2 of this coming Friday!

i like your accent and speaking voice, i find it soothing to listen to you talk about stuff while I'm working on my computer

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for saying!

Always great videos - thank you for all your time.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

I really liked this. This is exactly how I write and record. Write it down, change it later, but it helps to get a feel for where a song is going. Great vid my friend.

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

Great topic from the master! Would be glad to see more of these.

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers! :D

Man thank you so much for your videos I wasn't born in the 80s but I love the sound and I've been trying to understand these voicings for my music composition purposes and your videos have been more than a good start on my journey :)

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, happy to hear that! :D

With you all the way to this point and beyond, friend. Love these songwriting tips videos. Thanks!

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Sweet, thanks! :D

I watched all of this, can't wait to go through to hearing the entire process to the end result

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Part 2 out now.

It's perfect Espen, totaly 80's 👍

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D

I can not say how much I thankful for this video!! Thank you very much!

@EspenKraft

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for saying. :) If you like this you're going to love my whole series "A Song Is Born" where we follow a song from before it's ever made all up until it's release on the world. 10 videos and almost 8 hours in total. Cheers

@izziOnBass

6 ай бұрын

@@EspenKraft I have been playing Nass for more than 20 years as a serious hobbit and a part time professional live/ session player. Born in early 80s, lately I've started to create a 80s album after buying a Nord Lead4. And I am trying to create 80s vibe in my home/office studio and you are being an inspiration more than you have imagined. Thank you for all the inspiration, knowledge and tricks. I will be following your all others videos when time permits.

These are great man thank you 🙌🏼

@EspenKraft

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D

Very good video. Thanks Espen!

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! :D

I definitely still was with you at 21', thanks for sharing your experience I really enjoyed to see how built up this harmony in a very short time

@EspenKraft

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks! :D