In this episode, I start with an acoustic guitar song that feels like it could have been performed by Deftones or Creed. From there, the song transforms into something entirely new: tubular bells and a distorted synth bass set the stage for a brooding atmosphere. Sun-scorched synth chords and windswept pads add a cinematic touch, while thrashing wub bass and blown-out dubstep drums crash through, built on a chopped vintage R&B break.

The finale strips it all back, channeling Beatles-esque simplicity with acoustic guitar, bass, and piano. The result? A genre-bending track that blends gothic rock intensity with synth-driven drama, perfect for fans of haunting melodies and powerful rhythms.

Join me as I explore every twist and turn of creating this unique soundscape—part dark ballad, part synth odyssey.

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Episode 16 of Let’s Make A Song is pure chaos and catharsis. Brad Reid dives into a manic storm of industrial hip-hop, distorted synths, and searing rap verses that pull no punches. Fueled by an angry guitar riff, punishing 808s, and an overdriven Juno synth, this track doesn’t just push boundaries—it obliterates them.

The lyrics are unflinchingly honest, confronting mental illness, rebellion, and existential defiance with lines like "I don’t care what they say, I’ll never please ya" and "I know it’s a game, I know we don’t die." This episode is a raw, unfiltered exploration of rage, freedom, and the relentless search for self in a world that demands conformity.

If you’re ready for a visceral ride into the depths of creativity and chaos, tune in. This is music that bleeds, and Brad isn’t here to apologize for the mess.

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In this episode of Let's Make A Song, we blend the rich emotional depth of chamber music with the hard-hitting sounds of trap and electronic pop. Starting with sad string chords running through a guitar amp, the track evolves into a fusion of beep drums with reverb, reminiscent of 808s and Heartbreak, and a thumping EDM-pop bass line that drives the energy forward. I layer in alternative hip-hop drums and end with a vocal solo run through a guitar amp, drawing inspiration from Kanye’s Runaway.

Join me as I sing, rap, and experiment with this one-of-a-kind genre mashup. It's a mix of melancholy, energy, and emotional vulnerability. Listen closely to hear the story behind each sound as we dive into the creation process.

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