When I heard “Passing Me By” in 1992, I understood the lo-fi aesthetic in the crackling needle and distorted, ghostly organ sample from Quincy Jones’ “Summer in the City”. The saxophone precursor to the chorus also introduced me to a more sophisticated rap-jazz fusion.

Lo-fi music has seen an uprise in popularity in recent years. Not only is it a trendy beat genre for emcees to rap over, but music listeners tune into Lo-fi playlists to wind down, while studying, or to help them go to sleep.

It aims to create a relaxed and groovy ambiance, often used as background music for studying or unwinding. Things that set it aside from original Lo-fi Hip Hop can be contemporary drum patterns and a mix of vintage and new school instruments.

Listening to curated lo-fi playlists before bedtime can contribute to better sleep and reduce insomnia symptoms, offering various health benefits.

As we mentioned, consider using premade loops from resources like Soundtrap for added texture, or to lay down a foundation. Develop emotive chord progressions and craft a simple yet expressive melody to enhance the overall atmosphere.

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As we mentioned earlier, a beat, just like a song, shouldn’t just be a loop on repeat for 3 minutes. You need variations and structure here. Start with producing your core section, that’s where every instrument and element play together.

Don’t worry if it doesn’t Study Lo-Fi sound Lo–fi enough yet, we can dirty down the instruments later on when we add effects.

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It's all about embracing imperfections, using vintage equipment and effects that sound analog and purposely dated.

Studies have shown that listening to lo-fi lo-fi music maker music can help relax both the mind and body to help usher in sleep. The repetitiveness in the sounds and laidback melodies and rhythms can help the body enter a more chill state.