Crafting Stories Through Sound: A Journey in Electronic MusicProduction

From Clicks To Crowd: My Electronic Odyssey

For me, music production is about building immersive experiences, not just stacking

loops. Whether I’m working on an electronic project or a Bollywood commercial track,

the goal is the same: to tell a story that resonates long after the track ends.

When it comes to Bollywood-style songs, I don’t follow a strict formula. I begin by

identifying the emotional tone — whether it's romantic, energetic, or experimental. If I’m

blending Gujarati folk influences into Bollywood, I’ll research folk rhythms, learn relevant

slang, and craft a hook around that. I might program a dhol groove in Battery, layer it

with synth bass from Serum, and blend it with vocal chops or ambient FX from Splice or

Arcade. For authenticity, I sometimes reference classic tracks like Nagada Sang Dhol

but reshape the percussion with a house beat to modernize it.

I often crossfade genres within one track. For example, I might start with a raag-inspired

alaap, transition into trap drums for the verse, and build to an EDM drop for the climax.

Transitions are crucial for fluidity. I rely on tools like Auto Filter, iZotope Neutron, and

Soothe2 to ensure smooth flow across diverse sections. Automation plays a big role —

subtle reverb throws or filter sweeps keep the track dynamic and evolving.

Vocal production is another integral layer. I typically record with a Rode NT1-A or book

studio time with a Neumann TLM 103. I shape the vocals with Melodyne, EQ them with

FabFilter Pro-Q3, and add warmth or clarity with Slate Digital plugins. If a track

demands cultural nuance, I collaborate with guest vocalists to bring authenticity to the

sound. Working with others also helps me improve my craft and expand my creative

boundaries.

Mixing these hybrid genres can be challenging. I use sidechain compression not only on

the kick and bass but subtly on midrange elements to keep the groove energized. I

often master with Ozone 10, but when I feel too close to the mix, I trust other engineers

to give it fresh ears.

So far, I’ve released 5 songs and produced over 15, with 6 collaborative projects. Every

session teaches me more about sonic storytelling, arrangement, and pacing. When I hit

writer’s block, I unplug — watch films, revisit personal experiences, or jam freely.

Genres are languages. Tools are vocabulary. And every track, if crafted with care,

becomes a conversation worth remembering.