How Long Gone 880. - Oneohtrix Point Never
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Dec 8, 2025 Daniel Lopatin, known as Oneohtrix Point Never, is a talented musician and composer whose scores include Uncut Gems. He dives deep into his creative process while discussing his newest album, Tranquilizer. Lopatin shares intriguing insights about blending sonic textures, his work dynamics in a WeWork-style office, and the generational divide in music creation between 'old heads' and 'young heads.' He also recounts a memorable meeting with Tom Cruise and talks about the emotional weight of celebrity culture.
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DIY Smoothie Ritual
- Daniel describes making espresso-style coconut-creatine smoothies with an immersion blender when the Vitamix was too much work.
- The story shows his casual, DIY approach to routines and small comforts while touring or working.
Brooklyn Basement And Radiation Vibe
- Daniel recalls moving to Greenpoint in 2006 and living in a basement near the Newtown Creek oil spill.
- He links that radiation paranoia to textures and moods in his early OPN recordings.
Texture As Primary Musical Tool
- Daniel frames 'texture' as a core compositional interest that shapes his sound choices.
- He treats sonic texture like a primary expressive dimension rather than just timbre garnish.