Recently an article was released by Wired about Steve Lacy’s beat making process. Steve is a member of the Grammy-nominated ‘The Internet’ band. He also works with the likes of J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, and others making beats on an iPhone.
In the video from Wired, Lacy is seen in the studio recording using only his iPhone and a guitar. Utilizing the iRig cell phone interface, Steve is able to track and edit in Garage Band over drum beats.
It has become clear that “fancy” production equipment isn’t as necessary when creatives like Steve are breaking the rules and leveraging available technology.
Steve Lacy Shows How He Makes Beats On An iPhone (Starts at 3:12)
“There is no excuses. If you can’t get a laptop there are apps you can use to get your ideas out. Just get em out. There’s no excuses kids.” – Steve Lacy
The Internet has been releasing music through Odd Future since 2011 but their latest album, EGO DEATH was nominated for a Grammy. It had some incredible music and the visual is case in point.
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Yes, he creates his music on an iPhone, using a $40 device called the iRig.
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