This interview with AdieVibes explores his listener-focused philosophy, the liberating role of AI in music, and how prioritizing emotional impact over tools is reshaping his creative identity and the future of sound.
The idea that “if the listener likes the music, the tools used are irrelevant” didn’t crystallize in a single moment, but emerged from a long-term frustration with the gatekeeping and obsession with gear in music production communities. I noticed that online discussions often focused more on the type of synthesizer, microphone, or mixing console used than on the quality of the melody or the emotional impact of the song.
This philosophy solidified as I began experimenting with highly accessible, non-traditional, and AI-assisted tools. The realization was: I could create tracks that evoked the exact same feeling—joy, melancholy, energy—as tracks made with $10,000 worth of equipment, simply by focusing entirely on the emotional output. It has shaped my creative identity into one of radical pragmatism and listener-focus. My identity is tied to the vibe I deliver, not the method I employ.
The most misunderstood aspect of AI in music today is that it’s seen as a replacement for human creativity, rather than a powerful, new instrument.
Many people fear AI will devalue “traditional musicianship.” However, I see it as a monumental democratizing force. It removes the barrier of needing years of instrumental training, expensive studios, or technical expertise to translate a musical idea in your head into a tangible, shareable track. It makes the act of creation purely about taste, curation, and vision.
AI doesn’t compose the emotion; the human composer still curates the prompt, selects the best output, structures the song, and applies the final sonic polish—the essential “human touch” that defines the vibe. It allows someone with a great sense of melody but no piano skills to finally share their gift with the world.
For me, a “good vibe” when creating a track is defined by three things:
Immediacy and Effortlessness: The track must feel natural and flow without forced transitions. The listener shouldn’t have to work to enjoy it; it should just be.
Emotional Clarity: The vibe must deliver a singular, unmistakable feeling—whether it’s relaxed, energetic, introspective, or celebratory. A good track clearly communicates its emotional intent.
Transportive Quality: The best vibe is one that momentarily pulls the listener out of their current reality and places them squarely within the world of the music. It’s a sonic environment they want to live in for three minutes.
If a track achieves that sense of relaxed, effortless flow and can immediately transport the listener, I know the vibe is right.
Do I feel pressured? Not really. I’ve chosen to be deliberately transparent about my philosophy that the tools are irrelevant, which preempts a lot of the pressure.
When people fixate on the technology, my response is simple: I shift the focus back to the listening experience.
If someone asks, “What software did you use?” my internal response is always, “Did you like the bass line? Did the song make you feel like dancing?” I might respond by saying: “The technology I use is constantly changing, but what matters is that the feeling we captured is universal. Listen to the track again and tell me which part connected with you the most.” I aim to re-educate the listener to value the artistic result over the technical process.
For young or emerging artists who feel held back by limited resources, my advice is direct and liberating:
Your limitations are your greatest creative tool. Embrace the “Bad Art” phase and start sharing now.
Abandon the Gatekeepers’ Lie: The idea that you need expensive gear or a degree to make “real” music is a lie perpetuated by those who benefit from exclusivity. You have a free DAW (like GarageBand or equivalent), an old phone, and now AI tools. That is enough.
Focus on Taste, Not Technique: Your greatest resource is your unique taste—what you choose to keep, what you choose to throw away, and how you arrange the elements. Taste is the ultimate skill.
Publish Ugly: Don’t wait until it’s “perfect.” Perfection is the enemy of progress. Release music that is 80% finished. The practice of putting your work out there, getting feedback, and moving on is more valuable than endless tweaking in isolation.
I envision AI and accessible technology completely shattering the traditional music industry model. The global scene will become incredibly diverse, fragmented, and personalized, with millions of micro-genres and creators catering directly to niche audiences. The power will shift entirely from major labels and expensive studios to the individual curator/artist with a strong online presence.
I hope AdieVibes will play the role of an architect of this new era—not just by making music, but by serving as a living proof of concept. I want AdieVibes to be seen as the ultimate example of the post-production artist, showing that a relentless focus on delivering an authentic, high-quality vibe can connect globally, regardless of the tools used. My role is to normalize the use of accessible technology and keep the focus purely on the joy of listening.
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