Gotta Be Done - A Bluey Podcast BONUS EP (Joff Bush II: A Choir of Joffs)
Jul 15, 2021
Joff Bush, the talented composer behind Bluey, takes us on a musical journey. He shares insights about his studio's instrument parade and the quirky tale of a shop assistant denying him a piano. Joff reveals the magic behind 'the Bluey sound,' blending ukuleles, a mandolin, and a unique choir. Listeners will love hints about upcoming music in Season 3, including some Carmen inspiration, and discussions about the charm of imperfection in children's storytelling. It’s a delightful dive into creativity and nostalgia!
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Joff Bush's Instrument Approach
- Joff Bush plays piano as his main instrument and uses a variety of others in his compositions.
- He sometimes records one note at a time and glues it together for a desired sound.
Rejected Perfect Piano Story
- Joff found a "perfect" piano but the salesman refused to sell it, calling it an example of a bad secondhand piano.
- He prefers slightly broken, human-sounding instruments over polished studio sounds.
Creating a Choir of Joffs
- Joff records himself singing many times to create a choir effect using auto-tune, despite considering himself a terrible singer.
- This layered vocal approach is prevalent in Bluey's music.
