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Sampling the Collection
Ableton x Powerhouse Music with Salamanda
To launch the Sounding the Collection sample pack from Powerhouse and Ableton, Salamanda, Jonnine and SOLLYY were commissioned to demonstrate how these sounds can be reimagined into music.
Salamanda is a Seoul-based electronic music Produce/DJ duo comprised of Uman (Sala and Tetsuby (Manda). Influence by 20th century minimalism, Salamanda's music is characterised by distinctive patterns and harmonies.
‘I thought it was a project that is similar with our slogan – every sound and noise can become music. So, while I usually choose samples for music production intuitively, this time I focused on listening to and selecting samples with small details.’
Interview
‘I used ‘The Speaking Picture Book’ sample. It kind of sounded like a toy or very cute, and I used it as a background for vocals and percussion. So, I used this sample in two different ways and I think that was one of the fun parts I had during making this track. ’
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‘Samples with texture, like bird cage mechanical, were interesting as they were sharp. I created rhythm using warping and panning.
