Matthew Patrei is a music producer and teacher who releases music under the name Yasei Mare, which means "Wild Ocean." Matt just released his new album, EP Two. He teaches music at the Steeple Street Music Academy in Massachusetts.

Matt and I had a great conversation about the creation of his new Yasei Mare album, EP Two. We discussed his songwriting methods, vocal production, and sound design. Matt shared how he manages to overcome creative challenges in himself and his students.

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Show Notes:

Yasei Mare - https://yaseimaremusic.com/
EP Two by Yasei Mare - https://yaseimare.bandcamp.com/album/ep-two
Matt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/matthewsounds/?hl=en
Steeple Street Music Academy - https://steeplestreetmusic.com/
Matt's Other Musical Projects - https://matthewpatrei.bandcamp.com/
Adam Rokhsar - https://www.instagram.com/aesthetic_candy/
Brain Candy Max for Live Device - https://aestheticcandyshop.gumroad.com/l/braincandy
Jeff Tweedy How to Write One Song - https://amzn.to/3UoywVv
Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com
Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc
5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book
Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit
Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast
Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store

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