Interview With Capri

When did you first become interested in music production, and what drew you to it initially?

It was when I was about 12 or 13 I used to take piano classes and from there I saw my older brother making beats and instantly fell in love with the process.

By 15, you had mastered Ableton. What inspired you to dive into it so young, and what keeps you coming back to it as your primary tool?

The progression I saw from when I started to where I was going was inspiring to me. Being able to make what I was hearing in my head into a reality kept me motivated and actually liking what I was making.

Your sound blends dark, ambient elements with complex chord progressions. How would you describe your music to someone who hasn’t heard it before?

I would say interesting chord progressions with dark heavy synths that have hard hitting drums that help balance everything out.

You’ve worked with emerging talents like GoVanni! and Ondine. What excites you about collaborating with artists from such diverse genres?

Although I love rap music I don’t want to be held down by one genre which is why I keep experimenting with other music styles like Ondine.

You recently performed at the Viper Room in LA—a legendary venue. How was that experience for you, and what does it mean for your career?

It is for sure a legendary venue with all the history. I performed there with my homie Gonzo and we killed it. It motivates me to create music with a thought of performing it and seeing what songs did better than others influences the way I create.

2024 seems to be a big year for rap/EDM fusion. How do you see yourself fitting into or shaping this emerging movement?

Artists like 2hollis and natesib are killing it with this new hyper pop genre. I have made a handful of songs similar to that genre and want to keep exploring that for sure. The song I recently produced and recorded for Ondine definitely embodied this new style of music.

Your music focuses on originality, intricate samples, and layered melodies. What’s your approach to keeping your sound fresh and unique?

I always want to keep learning whether that is listening and finding new music or downloading new VST's. I always want to feel like I am growing artistically and not being stagnant.

As someone known for defying trends, what’s your take on the current state of the music industry? Do you feel it’s easier or harder to stand out now?

Honestly I think there is more opportunity for artists to create a solid fan base with social media and capitalizing on niche genres. Most of the artists I personally like are putting their own takes on rap and EDM. With anything I think the hardest part is starting out and getting that confidence to release what you made but if you really believe in your music you have nothing to lose.

Are there any artists or genres you haven’t worked with yet but would love to explore in the future?

Yea, I think a Nettspend feature would go well on my beats. Nate Sib or 2hollis, Molly Santana, sosocamo, Yeat, dexelz, Future, Travis Scott, and NAV all would be insane.

How do you balance the technical aspects of production with staying emotionally connected to the music you create?

That's what I think is a result of staying locked in. When I was learning how to mix and master I was getting too technical and worried about the technical aspects a bit too much. Recently I just do what sounds good and it has been paying off a lot more.

What do you enjoy most about performing live versus working in the studio?

I rarely make beats in the studio, I am usually everywhere else but the studio when I make beats sometimes in my room or outside.

Finally, what advice would you give to aspiring producers trying to make their mark in today’s music industry?

My advice would be to begin to make your own sound and trust your ear. If you genuinely like what you are making there’s a big chance other people will.