Bass Aficionado Cyazon sits down with us to discuss creative processes and his new remix of ‘Out Of Frame’ by Skybreak.
The talented Producer Cyazon, known for his innovative soundscapes and immersive musical experiences, recently added his unique signature touch to the track ‘Out of Frame’ by Skybreak, Sharks, and LÚTHIEN. Offering a rework that infuses the original with intense arpeggiators, bold melodic lines, and powerful details, Cyazon once again showed his boundary-pushing creativity, highlighting his unique approach whilst delivering an engaging auditory journey for listeners around the globe to enjoy.
Today, we go behind the scenes of the release as Cyazon shares his creative process and the techniques used to craft his captivating rework. So, join us to discover more about Cyazon’s distinct creativity and compelling expertise.
Hi Cyazon, how’s it going? To start, what drew you to remix ‘Out of Frame’ and what was your initial vision for the track?
Hello, doing well, thank you. My team presented me with an opportunity to remix “Out of Frame” from Skybreak’s manager, so that’s why I decided to remix it. I did not really have an initial vision for the track other than making it sound cinematic.
How did you decide which elements of the original track to keep and which to transform in your remix?
Usually, when I remix tracks, I only use the vocal acapella and do not use any other elements. I try to use the main melodies from the original and make it something of my own. I was also not provided with any other instrumental elements from the original track, so I could not use anything other than the vocal.
Can you describe your creative process when you began working on this remix?
I started out working on the melodic elements in the intro. I then put together all of the other elements until I came to the drop/chorus. Then I created the main basses and main elements for both drops/choruses. That’s the best way I can describe my creative process for this remix.
The remix showcases intense beats and bold melodic lines. What techniques or tools did you use to craft these sounds?
For the melodic lines, I extracted the melody from the original using a tool in Ableton called “Extract Melody to New MIDI Track.” Then I used different melodic synth lead sounds for each melody throughout the remix. For the drums (beats), I found appropriate drum samples that would work. For the basses, I used my own basses that I have made in the past and arranged them in the remix accordingly.
Could you walk us through the steps you took in the mixing and mastering process to ensure clarity and impact?
My mixing process is simple. I low-cut every element with an EQ. I then adjust the volumes for each element to make sure they are placed correctly volume-wise. Then I move into group processing: imaging on the melodics/synths group, a 600Hz bell side dip, and I use Soothe to tame the mids and get rid of 3-4k on the main synth leads to reduce harshness. I then process the orchestral impacts, using a side low cut at 100Hz and a glue compressor to tame the volume. Next, I EQ the basslines and boost 900Hz and 8k so they are better perceived in the mix. I add mid-side OTT at 40% and a 100Hz side low-cut EQ. For mastering, I do a steep low cut and high cut in linear phase mode under 20Hz and above 20,000Hz since those frequencies are inaudible to the human ear. I add saturation using FabFilter Saturn. Next, I add a glue compressor and a multi-band compressor to tame the volume overall. Then I add Soothe to tame harshness, Spiff, imaging, spectral shaping, and low-end focus in Ozone 9, Gullfoss, and Newfangled Elevate limiter.
Your discography is becoming increasingly filled with remixes. What is it about reworking tracks that you enjoy so much?
When I enjoy a particular track and resonate with it, I think that’s when I get the most fulfilment out of remixing. If I get asked to do a remix of a track, seeing how I can reinterpret the original and give it a new sound or feeling is also enjoyable.
How did you incorporate the vocals of the original track into your remix to create a cohesive and powerful arrangement?
Honestly, it is as simple as putting the original vocal into the track and adjusting the volume of the vocal to fit with the mix of all the other elements. That’s about it since the vocal acapella from the original was already mixed when I received it. I also believe I rearranged some of the vocals. In the second drop/chorus, I used the pre-chorus vocals.
Did you experiment with anything new during the production of your rework?
It has been a while since I made a hardstyle-like (fast House) track for the first drop while using a catchy bassline. I also used a technique where I mixed a bass sound from the original with a laser sound using a convolution reverb. So that was the first time I experimented with that too.
Reflecting on the process, which part of creating this remix did you find the most fulfilling?
I think creating the second drop/chorus was the most fulfilling part of creating this remix.
Finally, can you give us a sneak peek into any upcoming projects or releases that your fans should be excited about?
There will be a release in August, and I plan to keep putting out music every month. That is all I can really say. Thanks for having me do the interview!
As we end our interview with Cyazon, we thank him for his time and for sharing an insider’s look into his workflow and approach to reworking ‘Out of Frame’. With a journey that continues to bring exciting moments, whether through original releases or unique remixes, Cyazon maintains his momentum, remaining creatively driven and passionate. As he promises more music soon, Cyazon appears as a talent to keep on your radar, so stay tuned by following him across social media today, ensuring you don’t miss out on his upcoming releases and projects.
Listen and download ‘Out of Frame (Cyazon Remix)’ here.
