Tools like the KR-11 help so much to keep things easy and simple in the writing process, so when inspiration hits, you can follow it without distractions.
When demoing out ideas or writing parts, sometimes it helps to keep things simple. Drop a drum groove down, get a simple signal chain working and focus on writing. The Korg KR-11 comes in handy for dialing in a straightforward drum groove that can quickly become the foundation of the chords and melodies atop it.
@ambientendeavors had some fun processing the drum groove with a few textural effects but kept it simple to keep things moving. From there, he was able to find a chord progression he liked, dialed in a verb-y guitar tone (some admitted Ryan Adams inspiration), and got to work crafting the melody over top.
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