Kebu - Pulsar

YouTube Uploaded by kebunator on Jun 18, 2011

"This tune is the second single from my upcoming album. I composed the tune already in 2008 and the tune is a tribute to one of my biggest influences, Jean Michel Jarre.

Only analog synthesizer were used in recording the tune. The tune was also recorded by analog gear only and mixed with an analog mixer. The tune is from Kebu's upcoming debut album, which is planned to be released in 2012.

You can buy this single from Ubetoo for 0.99 euro:
http://www.ubetoo.com/store/kebu/pulsar/a2136

Equipment used: Hohner String Performer, Roland Alpha Juno, Roland Juno 60, Korg Mono/Poly, Korg Poly-61, Moog Prodigy, Logan String Melody, Arp Axxe, Touched by Sound DRM1, Vermona DRM1 MkIII, Roland TR-808 (snare attack only), Electro Harmonix Small Stone, Lexicon MPX500, Allen&Heath GS1, Yamaha MT4x. Cubase & Live only used as MIDI sequencers with the tape sync handled by a Roland TR-626.

Camera:
Nathanael Witick & Frans Westerlund

Lights:
Sebastian Sjöblom"

Kebu - Perplexagon Part 4 (from Live in Oslo)

Premiered 43 minutes ago

"Taken from my live concert album "Live in Oslo", out now on ZYX Music. The whole concert can be viewed on Vimeo:"


Kebu Live In Oslo from ZYX Music on Vimeo.

"Kebu is a successful artist who creates melodic synthesizer and instrumental music. His captivating live performance sets him apart from others! More than 40 million visitors at his YouTube channel agree while being another proof for his exceptional talent. Enjoy a concert by a terrific, multi-awarded artist who creates music of a kind"

Brad Fiedel - Terminator Theme (cover by Kebu)

video upload by Kebu

"Here's my cover of Brad Fiedel's 'Terminator Theme'! The song is part of my new 'Synthesizer Legends - Volume 1' album, which is available now:
https://zyxdance.lnk.to/SynthesizerLe...

The album features a collection of cover tunes of famous and less well-known instrumental synthesizer gems from the eighties. Some of the songs on the album have been part of my live repertoire for many years already, while other songs are completely new arrangements. The last song on the album is a new arrangement: Brad Fiedel's legendary "Terminator Theme", as an extended version. The music was recorded using only analog synthesizers and analog drum machines.

Arranged, performed, recorded, mixed and mastered by Kebu / Sebastian Teir.

The video production was supported by Musiikin Edistämissäätiö, for which I'm truly grateful."

Kebu - Live Online

video upload by Kebu

"The limited Twilight Edition of my upcoming album "Urban Dreams" can be pre-ordered on my Bandcamp page now: http://kebu.bandcamp.com"

Kebu - Le Carnaval des Étoiles (live @ The Gathering 2016)

Published on Jun 26, 2016 Kebu

Synth list below.

"Recorded live at The Gathering in Hamar, Norway, on the 26th of March, 2016.

Many thanks to the amazing crew at The Gathering for everything: camera & video work, visuals, lighting & audio!

The tune is also available on my debut album, 'To Jupiter and Back',which can be bought here: http://kebu.fi

The song was performed using only analog synthesizers, either played live or sequenced. The performance was recorded directly from the mixer to a stereo track and later mixed together with the ambience from the arena. A couple of bum notes were cut out and replaced with rehearsal takes.

Equipment used in this song: Roland Alpha Juno 1&2, Juno 60, TR-808; Alesis Andromeda A6, Korg Mono/poly, Polysix, Poly 61; Jomox AirBase99, Touched-by-sound DRM1, Oberheim Matrix 1000, DSI Tetra, Akai MPC2500 (only for MIDI sequencing), Yamaha 01V96, Lexicon MPX1, MPX500, MPX550 as well as a midi patchbay and additional preamps for my mixer."

Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme Performed Live by Kebu

Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme (performed live by Kebu @ Dynamo, Turku, 5.5.2012)

Published on Nov 4, 2012 by kebunator

http://kebu.fi
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"I always liked this tune and was inspired when I heard Michael Cassette's version. So for my live set I made an arrangement that was influenced by both versions, but put my own twist on it. The tune ended my show in Dynamo, Turku, where this video was recorded. Unfortunately, I only had three camcorders going and the heavy bass drum in the club made the cameras vibrate with each beat. But the feeling was so high in the club that I definitely wanted to upload this particular take!

The song was performed using only analog synthesizers, either played live or sequenced. The performance was recorded line in to one of the cameras. The ambience in the club was recorded using the built-in microphones on two of the remaining cameras and mixed together with the line signal.

Equipment used in this song: Korg Polysix, Poly 61, Mono/Poly, Micro-preset M500; Roland TR-808, Jomox AirBase99, Juno 60, Alpha Juno 1&2; Touched-by-sound DRM1, Oberheim Matrix 6R, Yamaha RM1x (only for MIDI sequencing), Behringer DDX3216, Lexicon MPX500, as well as a midi patchbay and additional preamps for my mixer. Cameras: Canon HF100 (x2) and HF200.

A big thank you to the amazing audience in Turku and to Turku Synth Club for arranging the gig!"

Jean Michel Jarre - Rendez Vous IV 4. (Performed live by Kebu at Nalen, Stockholm, 2015)

Published on May 18, 2015 Calle Nilsson

"Jean Michel Jarre - Rendez Vous IV 4.
Performed live by Kebu at Sthlm Italo Disco Party Nalen, Stockholm, 2015."

Follow-up to: Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme (live by Kebu at Nalen, 2015)

Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme (live by Kebu at Nalen, 2015)

Published on May 17, 2015

"Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme.
Live by Kebu at 2015Sthlm Italo Disco Party 2015 Nalen."

Spot the synths. More Kebu here.

Michael's Anthem (Kebu cover): Korg Radias, Arp Odyssey, Yamaha DX7, Moog Sub 37 & Nord Stage 2EX

Marcus Padrini

"In 2017, I recorded a video with a version of this great Kebu song. At the time, I did everything using only Korg Radias and a few other synths, without sequencing, playing just about everything live.

Recently, I had to move the synths to another space, think about a new dimension, position of each instrument, make all the audio, MIDI and electrical cables. After everything was ready, it was time to test the synth sequencing. The idea was to use that same structure as the version of Michael's Anthem (simply because I like it a lot), but now with new elements, sequenced synths to fill this humble version even more :)

This time, the lead was played with the DSI Tetra, great analog synth by Dave Smith. And the noise sweep filter effect was programmed on the Behringer MS-1. Sequencing on account, as always, of the Roland MC-808.

I'm still getting used to the position of the synths, suffering a little in the execution, with the lighting, etc. But soon, everything will be ready to start creating and recording again!'

Original version by Kebu posted back in 2012 here, followed by a live at PIUG performance here in 2016.

Kebu - Blade Runner/Day One (Live @ Dynamo, Turku, 5.5.2012)

YouTube Published on Jun 5, 2012 by kebunator

"This medley started up the Kebu concert at Dynamo-klubi:
- Vangelis: Blade runner (main titles)
- Kebu: Day one

The song is performed using only analog synthesizers, either played live or sequenced. Equipment used in this song: Arp Odyssey Mk II, Korg Micro-preset M500, Korg PE-2000, Korg Polysix, Roland Alpha Juno, Roland Juno 60, Touched-by-sound DRM1, Oberheim Matrix 6R, Yamaha RM1x (only for MIDI sequencing), Behringer DDX3216, Lexicon MPX500, as well as a midi patchbay and additional preamps for my mixer."

Star Wars / Stranger Things - Live by Kebu @ Theaterhaus Stuttgart

Thierry Miguet
Published on Aug 12, 2017

"Filmed live at Theaterhaus Stuttgart, T4, 4.6.2017.

Music:
Star wars 'The Force' theme by John Williams Stranger Things by Kyle Dixon & Michael Stein

Arrangement & performance: Kebu
Lights: Sebastian Baba Sjöblom (Bitoz.fi)
Visuals: Jørgen L. Ellefsen

cameras: Thierry Miguet, Antje Höhne

http://www.kebu.fi
http://www.wahwah.tv"

Kebu - Michael's Anthem

YouTube Published on Jun 24, 2012 by kebunator

http://kebu.fi
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"This tune was recorded using only a 4 track cassette recorder and a drum machine triggering arpeggios on the synths. No sequencers or computers used (except for mastering). First, the track was programmed into the drum machine. The three trigger outputs were used for clocking (giving rhythms) to the arpeggiators. Then, the backing track was played back and the arpeggiators played (chords or notes). This was submixed into two tracks (stereo) on the cassette deck. The melody lines and solos were overdubbed using the two remaining tracks. The last additions (noise bursts, doubling of the C-part) were added during mixdown of the song.

The song is also available on my debut album, which is out now.

Synths used: Roland TR-808; Korg Mono/Poly, M500, Polysix, Poly-61, PE-2000.
Other equipment: SansAmp GT2, Lexicon MPX500, Vesta spring reverbs, Allen & Heath GS1, Alesis IO26,
Camera: Canon HF M406"

Eric's Brother - Lie To You - Kebu Remix

Update: looks like this was another user uploading Kebu's video previously featured here.

Kebu - Samba Saturn

YouTube Uploaded by kebunator on May 29, 2011

"Finally, my first official single as a solo artist is here!

Only analog synthesizer were used in recording the tune. The tune was also recorded by analog gear only and mixed with an analog mixer. The tune is from Kebu's upcoming debut album, which is planned to be released in 2012.

Equipment used: Korg Mono/Poly, Korg Poly-61, Moog Source, Logan String Melody, Arp Axxe, Touched by Sound DRM1, Roland TR-808, Electro Harmonix Polychorus, Seymour Duncan Twin Tube Classic, Lexicon MPX500, Allen&Heath GS1, Yamaha MT4x. Cubase & Live only used as MIDI sequencers with the tape sync handled by a Roland TR-626.

You can buy this single from Ubetoo for 0.99 euro:
http://www.ubetoo.com/store/artist/title/a2122"

Kebu - To Jupiter and Back (Live @ Dux, Kristiinankaupunki, 18.5.2012)

YouTube Published on Sep 8, 2012 by kebunator

Click the kebunator link for more. I usually keep my opinion to myself when it comes to commenting on people's music, but this guy's music and videos are pretty incredible. I can listen to and watch this all day. Enjoy!

http://www.facebook.com/kebunator
http://kebu.fi

"This is the title track from my debut album, "To Jupiter and Back", released in May by Secret Entertainment: http://www.inverse.fi/store/?p=en.levyt.item.html&pid=17004

This tune and video was recorded live at Kulttuuritalo Dux, Kristiinankaupunki, 18th of May 2012. BIG thank yous to Tomas Karlsson and KRS Jazz for arranging this concert and to the audio engineer students at Axxell, Lappfjärds folkhögskola under supervision by Kalle Teir and Staffan Svarvar for setting up and handling all the audio and light at the show! Just amazing work. And many thanks to Kim Påfs and Heidi for the great camera work!

The song was performed using only analog synthesizers, either played live or sequenced. Equipment used in this song: Roland TR-808, Juno 60, Alpha Juno 1; Arp Odyssey Mk II; Korg Micro-preset M500; Logan String Melody; Moog Source; Oberheim Matrix 6R; Yamaha RM1x (only for MIDI sequencing); Behringer DDX3216; Lexicon MPX500, as well as a midi patchbay and additional preamps for my mixer."

Kebu - Perplexagon (or "This one goes to eleven") - Live @ Nosturi

Published on Jun 28, 2013 kebunator·22 videos

http://kebu.fi

"This tune was debuted live at Nosturi, Helsinki, 2nd of November 2012, where also this video was recorded. It was composed especially with this event in mind. Thanks to Lauri Kujanpää for working the cameras, and many thanks to Colossus r.y. for organizing the concert!

The song was performed using only analog synthesizers, either played live or sequenced. Equipment used in this song: Roland TR-808, Alpha Juno 1 & 2, Juno 60; Korg Poly-61, Polysix, Micro-preset M500; Touched by Sound DRM1, Moog Source; Oberheim Matrix 1000, Yamaha RS7000 (only for MIDI sequencing); M-Audio Trigger Finger, Behringer DDX3216, ADA8000; Lexicon MPX500; Steinberg Midex 8 (as midi patchbay). Recorded line out from the mixer, with two cameras picking up the ambient sound.

Cameras: Canon HF100 x 3, HF10, HF S10 & HF M406"

Kebu - Samba Saturn (Live @ Nosturi, Helsinki, 2.11.2012)

Published on Mar 23, 2013 kebunator·21 videos

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http://kebu.fi

"This video was recorded live at Nosturi, Helsinki, 2nd of November 2012. Thanks to Lauri Kujanpää for working the cameras, and many thanks to Colossus r.y. for organised the concert!

The song was performed using only analog synthesizers, either played live or sequenced. Equipment used in this song: Korg Poly-61, Mono/poly; Logan String Melody; Touched by Sound DRM1, Roland TR-808, Jomox AirBase99, Roland Juno 60, Alpha Juno 1 & 2; Moog Source; Electro Harmonix Small Stone; Yamaha RS7000 (only for MIDI sequencing); M-Audio Trigger Finger, Behringer DDX3216, ADA8000; Lexicon MPX500; Steinberg Midex 8 (as midi patchbay). Recorded line out from the mixer, with two cameras picking up the ambient sound.

Cameras: Canon HF100 x 3, HF10, HF S10 & HF M406"

Synth Artist Interviews via I♥SYNTHS

You might remember the I♥SYNTHS interview with Richard Devine previously posted here. Jim Smith of I♥SYNTHS has been sharing new interviews on The MATRIXSYNTH Lounge.  There are currently a total of nine artist interviews.  The following is a list of each with with one pic, one quote and one link to the full interview.  You'll find some great synth spotting throughout and of course you'll get some insight and perspectives on the synths and more from each artist.  You can also find I♥SYNTHS on Facebook.




009: Shawn Rudiman

"I♥SYNTHS: What was your first synthesizer?

Shawn Rudiman: My first synth was a Yamaha b200 M. That was what started me on this wild ride. It was a Prosumer FM 8 voice / 4 op poly. I got it for Christmas in 1990. I believe I was 18 and It was my first real love. That poor synth has had a lot of flight time hours on it. They keys have started to degrade and melt and the buttons are all in need of serious replacing as well. I still love it and pull it out sometimes. The next day after that Christmas, I went out and picked up an HR16b, with whatever money I had saved. I still have that as well and it’s been modified now with the patch bay-hack that scrambles the 16-bit data lines which makes the sounds totally into something new."




008: Custom Synth

"I♥SYNTHS: You’ve done some custom synths for celebrities and famous musicians. What was your most unique or original project?

Custom Synth: One of the most unique projects was for Tom Rowlands (The Chemical Brothers studio). I built a midi controller keyboard to sit in the bumper rail of a large SSL mixing desk. It has a detachable cover to match the rest of the desk and two modular cabinets. One was for the Serge modular system in a two piece metal arch and the other was a MOTM system to match the Roland 700 system."




007: Kebu

"I♥SYNTHS: What was your first synthesizer?

Kebu: A new Kawai K1 II, which I hated because it didn’t have a decent piano sound and the black keys were harder to press than the white keys. I probably would appreciate it now for what it is, but back then I would have needed a PCM-based workstation, like a Korg M1 that I lusted for, but couldn’t afford back then. Soon after, I found a used Roland SC-155 (Sound Canvas module), which I really liked but realized that I really need the patch storage capability for live use, which the SC-155 lacked. I then realized that synths are VERY different from each other. Not in terms of nuances, like with different types of guitars, but more like apples and oranges. I also realized that by learning and trading on the second hand market I could try many different synths without loosing too much money. So the Kaway K1 was the first and only new synth I ever bought. After that, I’ve had over one hundred different hardware synths."




006: Soft Lighting

"I♥SYNTHS: What’s your go-to piece of gear that defines the Soft Lighting sound?

Soft Lighting: I usually choose a different set of tools for each album because I think it helps give that body of work a uniqueness. The first album, “Slow Motion Silhouettes” was all done on the Juno 60 and the drums where a lot of old Casios so it has a real washed out lo fi vibe. “Portraits” was made with the DX7, Juno 106 and Roland drum machines so it has a cleaner more digital sound. Now I’m working a lot with my Virus TI which is taking the sound out of the realm of vintage 80s and taking it to a more contemporary place."




005: Synth.nl

"I♥SYNTHS: What was your first synthesizer and how old were you when you started collecting?

Synth.nl: I still remember exactly what my first synthesizer was, the Yamaha TX81Z. It is a rack module so I had to buy an extra midi keyboard, that at that time wasn’t even velocity sensitive. It must have been around 1987 when it was just released. So, I was 17 I guess. That adds up, since I bought it from the money I got to buy a moped from my parents, when I didn’t smoke until my 16th birthday. I guess their trick worked since I still don’t smoke. I also still have the TX81Z with my original sounds I made back then. I can also remember well, that FM programming was not easy and still isn’t easy."




004: Richard Devine

"I♥SYNTHS: What is your go-to synthesizer when writing music? Is there one synth that defines the Richard Devine sound?

Richard Devine: My go synth would have to be the Nord G2 modular. This is hands down one of my favorite synthesizers. The concept is that its a virtual modular software environment where you can create basically anything you want. You then can assign multiple pages and knobs over the the synthesizer for all your patches. So ahead of its time, and I wish Clavia would bring it back."




003: Dallas Campbell


"I♥SYNTHS: When did you start collecting gear and what is your prized possession?

Dallas Campbell: This dude I knew in college let my roommate and I borrow a four track cassette recorder. I was pretty much hooked on gear and music after that. I started buying synths about 10 or so years ago. I’m guessing the rarest thing I have is a Yamaha SY20. I don’t think it was ever released outside of Japan. All the writing on the synth is in Japanese! My favorite synth is probably my SCI Pro-One for mono and the Korg Polysix for poly. As for favorite fx units, I would say the Dimension D Chorus, Multivox Multiecho Delay, the Eventide Space Reverb, and the Roland SBF-325 flanger."




002: RetroSound

"I♥SYNTHS: What is your favorite synthesizer that you can’t live without?

RetroSound: My absolute favorite synthesizer ever is the Oberheim OB-X (not the later OB-Xa). The raw sound and the power is pure sex. It’s really the best!"




001: FM Attack

"I♥SYNTHS: If you were stuck on an island with one synth from your collection, what would you bring?

FM Attack: That’s a tough question. I think I would probably go with the Sequential Circuits Prophet 5"

Recreating a JX-8P tone on the JUPITER-Xm

Kebu

Interesting note about the envelopes on the Jupiter-Xm model of the JX-8P vs. the origintal. The original supports negative values but the model does not.

0:00 Introduction
0:25 JX-8P vs. JUPITER-X
1:17 iPG-800 editor
1:55 About Roland Cloud
2:29 Comparing dry sounds
2:57 Recreating the tone on the JUPITER-X
4:26 Oscillators, filters, envelopes
7:57 JX chorus
8:51 Improving the emulation
11:33 ZEN-Core vs. JX8P model
13:35 Noise level

"Kebu demonstrates how he recreated the JX-8P lead sound from his tune "Just Another Space Odyssey" using the model engine in the JUPITER-X."

Kebu - Roland SE-02 Demo

Kebu
Published on Aug 9, 2017

"I was fortunate to get my hands on (at the time) Scandinavia's only Roland SE-02 synth for a few days. So I took some time to try it out and hooked it up to a Boss RV-500 reverb unit. It's a really lovely sounding analog synth!

The sounds were recorded straight from the SE-02, through the RV-500. No additional processing was used (except for some EQ where mentioned)."