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Dutch EDM Producer Laszlo
Most songs listed on this page refer to Dutch EDM producer, Laszlo. Popular for releases such as 'Fall To Light' and 'Supernova' on NoCopyrightSounds and Monstercat respectively, the latter of which is most popularly known as the theme to the LinusTechTips YouTube channel. In 2018, he released his debut album 'Liftoff', including tracks 'Airglow', 'Sphere' and 'Better'. In 2020, Laszlo announced that he would be releasing his music independently, releasing tracks such as 'Be Mine', 'My Way' and 'Stars Align'.
London-based Artist Laszlo
The second artist linked to this page is London based artist/producer Laszlo. He produced the first release ‘Mr Sunshine’ to launch the recently formed Lydian label.
With a successful career composing music for TV programmes and adverts across the world, as well as being a multi instrumentalist (playing piano, guitar, mandolin, bass, drums, Vocals, Low Whistle, Dulcimer and percussion), Laszlo has previously worked on a variety of styles during his 10 years in the business, including world-crossover albums to more mainstream flavours. His influences are just as varied from Claude Debussy and Igor Stravinsky to Ryuichi Sakamoto or Frank Zappa, as well as modern experimentalists like Aphex Twin, Akufen, Venetian Snares and Matthew Herbert (who Laszlo became familiar with when he was in-house producer at the Dairy Studios, Brixton, in a studio next door to Herbert).
Not afraid to experiment himself, it was after an injury in the summer of 2007 that left him with a broken arm and unable to play instruments for the next 6 months, that he started focusing on his sound by creating weird processed instruments using samples of real performances that he had previously sampled.
Laszlo is contemporary and alternative, but still truly listenable. It is a fusion of influences from electronica, jazz and ambient music. These compositions bring together well thought out instrumentation and use of modal techniques, combining organic elements and electronic textures to outstanding effect. The intelligent structural genius of Laszlo’s music puts him straight up there with the musicians who influenced him and will undoubtedly leave the listener wanting more.
Influenced by modal west African guitar styles and kora playing of artists such as Toumani Diabate, the title track ‘Mr Sunshine’ was composed and performed by Laszlo without the use of any external samples, and all tonal instrumentation created from scratch using live processed mandolin, piano, Spanish guitar, rhodes etc.
‘Zeitgeist’, again composed and performed by Laszlo, also features the vocals of Clare Uchima aka Clara Belle (London based singer/songwriter). Based around noise fx and ambience generated by Native Instruments Reaktor, the percussion is made up of originally created sounds including household items like walls, pieces of wood, the side and back of the mandolin, the back of the guitar and beatboxing. While all the instruments are played live, Laszlo heavily processes them to create these new rhythms and patterns.
‘Anatolia’ was inspired by minimalist and impressionist artists such as Claude Debussy and Eric Satie along with more modern composers/ pianists such as Esbjorn Svensson and Bugge Wesseltoft, and features Niri Sadeh on the Egyptian Ney Flute.
‘Mr Sunshine’ also comes in two additional versions: Laszlo’s Ragga Waltz Mix shows his versatility as a producer and composer on this more dance-orientated adaptation, while Todd Baker (one half of Music Box Project) provides a glitchier sound. Look out for an EP from Music Box Project on Lydian Label later in the year.
With Laszlo now performing these compositions live with a six-piece band, this is definitely an artist to watch with great intrigue and excitement.
Sphere
Laszlo Lyrics
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Hard now seeing as it's bein' lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of yo wouldn't expect it
I know a lot of yo
Yo, yo I know a lot of yo wouldn't expect it
Hard now seeing as it's bein' lookin' real hectic
I'm coming through with more flavours than Nesquik
Now check the next bit
(Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase-phase)
When the sun comes up and the skies burn down
In a land above, you'll wear the crown
Yo, I know a lot of yo wouldn't expect it
Hard now seeing as it's bein' lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of yo wouldn't expect it
I know a lot of yo
Yo, I know a lot of yo wouldn't expect it
Hard now seeing as it's bein' lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of yo wouldn't expect it (Now check the next bit)
The lyrics to Laszlo's song "Sphere" are a testament to the artist's ability to surprise and exceed expectations. The song begins with Laszlo acknowledging that many listeners may not expect the quality and impact of his music, particularly in a world that can often feel overwhelming and chaotic. However, he quickly asserts that he is capable of creating music that packs a punch, more flavorsome than a popular chocolate milk brand, and has the power to create fresh hits.
The song then moves into a discussion of a land "above" where the sun comes up and the skies burn down, and where the listener will wear the crown. This imagery speaks to a sense of empowerment and importance, as if the listener is being encouraged to embrace their unique identity and claim their place in the universe. The repetition of the chorus only reinforces the idea that Laszlo is inviting his audience to take a closer look at what he has to offer, and to be surprised by the depth and complexity of his music.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, I know a lot of yo wouldn't expect it
I am aware that many people would not anticipate what I am about to say or do
Hard now seeing as it's bein' lookin' real hectic
Currently, the situation is difficult and tumultuous
I'm coming through with more flavours than Nesquik
I am introducing various new and exciting elements
And that's what's making fresh hits
These unique elements are contributing to the creation of successful works
Now check the next bit
Pay attention to what comes next
When the sun comes up and the skies burn down
In a hypothetical scenario where the world is drastically changed
In a land above, you'll wear the crown
You will be victorious and come out on top in this new world
Writer(s): WILLEM LASZLO
Contributed by Bella M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@arthurxoxo
[Lyrics]
[Sample]
Yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
I know a lot of you
Yo, yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I'm coming through with more flavors than Nesquik
Ain't desperate, making fresh hits
Now, check the next bit
[Drop]
(Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase-phase)
[Bridge]
When the sun comes up and the skies burn down
In a land above, you'll wear the crown
[Sample]
Yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
I know a lot of you
Yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
[Drop]
This took a lot of time and effort
:)
@taznetwork
1:40+ part is amazing for reals
@TheSuperPlayer26
i agree with u, its awesome
@noahdavis3663
Yeah I like this part it's calm and I like the calm parts
@lordii3363
0:00+ part is better imo
@trapcat4306
I agree!!!
@falcofurious
The entire song would be amazing if it wasn't for that shitty rapping part.
@arthurxoxo
[Lyrics]
[Sample]
Yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
I know a lot of you
Yo, yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I'm coming through with more flavors than Nesquik
Ain't desperate, making fresh hits
Now, check the next bit
[Drop]
(Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase-phase)
[Bridge]
When the sun comes up and the skies burn down
In a land above, you'll wear the crown
[Sample]
Yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
I know a lot of you
Yo, I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
Hard now, seeing as it's been lookin' real hectic
I know a lot of you wouldn’t expect it
[Drop]
This took a lot of time and effort
:)
@averyoldYoutubeuser
Trueeee
@ratsim
What an original drop! Good job Laszlo!
@planetcentral8322
I know right