How did you first get interested in producing lofi music?

“The first time ever I did lofi productions was at the end of 2017, but I officially entered the scene in 2018.

Before I made productions of other musical genres, however calm and relaxing. I liked creating piano compositions, adding drum beats and other ambient sounds. 

When I first met lofi music, the transition was almost completely automatic for me. I was already doing a genre very similar to lofi, not knowing it was lofi hiphop.”

What is your creative process like when producing a new track?

“When I make lofi music, I always start with the melodic part. I usually start with a guitar or piano chord progression, then insert some melodic lines. Then I create drums and percussive elements, then the bass. Then I create all the other side sounds and the main melodies.”

Who or what are your biggest influences when it comes to lofi production?

“I’ve always been a huge music lover, I love many genres of music, so they all contribute to my sound. Basically, the strongest influences come from r&b music and ambient music. I also particularly like the soundtracks.”

How do you go about selecting samples to use in your tracks?

“I don’t use samples in my tracks, and this will also answer the next questions.”

What do you feel sets your lofi tracks apart from those of other producers in the genre?

“What most distinguishes my lofi tracks is precisely the non-use of samples. Also I tend to never even out my sound. There are periods in which particular sounds are “fashionable”, but I tend to create as I like, trying to make my music as different and recognizable as possible. 

I have a passion for musical instruments and studio equipment. I record various instruments with various microphones, in various rooms and with various effects chains to find the most suitable combination for the idea I have in mind at any given moment.”

Do you have any tips or advice for aspiring lofi producers?

“I advise aspiring lofi producers not to underestimate the lofi music genre. It’s no easier than other genres, in fact, it’s probably even harder, as it promotes simplicity, being “imperfect”, but a lofi track still has to sound good, like a mainstream record does.”

How do you think the lofi genre has evolved over the years?

“The lofi genre has evolved well over the years. New canons have been created and jazz samples, with dialogues taken from films, are no longer the fundamental prerogatives. Now the lofi songs are no longer just beats, but they are real instrumental compositions, in which various real instruments are used.”

What do you think the future holds for lofi music?

“I believe that every era has had a relaxing music genre. First classical music, then jazz, then chillout, then ambient, and so on. Personally I believe that lofi music will have a long destiny, because it’s a fantastic musical genre, it affects more and more people and receives more and more approval. Lofi music, at least the one done well, cannot fail to please. Everybody likes it. Seniors, youth and children.”