In this episode of Let’s Make Music, we take inspiration from Foreigner’s classic “I Want to Know What Love Is” and explore how to start a track with a similar emotional 80s power ballad vibe.
This is not a remake or recreation. Instead, we’ll break down some of the key elements that define that sound—expressive chord progressions, lush synth layers, and spacious, emotional textures—and use them as inspiration to get a new idea off the ground.
You’ll see the creative process in real time as we:
- Build a chord progression inspired by the mood of the original
- Shape warm, atmospheric synth sounds and pads
- Explore tempo, feel, and harmonic movement
- Experiment with textures and layers
- Capture the essence of the vibe without copying
If you’re into 80s music, power ballads, or want to learn how to start a track by capturing the feel of a classic song, this livestream will give you ideas you can use in your own productions.
🎹 About the series:
Let’s Make Music is a live series where we start with a musical idea and develop it step-by-step. No heavy editing, no perfection—just the real creative process.