Four Tet Breaks Down His Creative Process: the Power of Laptops and the Importance of Listening

Kieran Hebden, better known as Four Tet, shares insights into his creative approach, explaining how he experienced no pressure while working on his latest album "Three", thanks to his extensive discography. He talks through the three years he spent developing the album and how the ideas were shaped over time. He also underscores how crucial it is to listen to other music to enhance production abilities.

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[GiulioBonazzi]

Kieran is potentially the nicest person in the electronic scene.

[johnghadimi]

He kept coming into my radar and I finally sat down and listened to his stuff. And now listening to him speak, it all makes sense. He's so intentional and emotional about this music. I can't stop listening to "Loved".. so beautiful. Thanks for this video.

[AnalogueRecall]

He's inspirational with his honesty; who else would admit to putting together a track mainly using laptop speakers.

[paulflint]

I could listen to KH all day. Comes across as a best mate from school who happens to be an amazing musician.

[cph]

It is great to hear a like-minded person. Music is my world, my therapy, music to me is like an itche that needs scratching.

[edubblesspirit]

Listens to other music through a strong HiFi sound system.

Mixes his own tracks on laptop speakers.

This guy is incredible.

[inveruriedruglegend]

I never had him down as a friends fan.

[QQRDQQ]

one of the most down to earth humble dude

[alp_tugay]

Nice interview!! Can you bring Darius for the Romance EP?

[jamesbowsher-murray]

Great interview. What’s the album he mentions enjoying? Noy?

[chrisb]

Not a fan but interesting nevertheless

[capturejay]

I have never seen John Kennedy so unhappy looking at a guest like this time!

[jamesbowsher-murray]

Great interview. What’s the album he mentions enjoying? Noy?