Industry May 24, 2026
Olof Dreijer Discusses Vintage Gear and Ableton
Ever the outlier, beatless meditations and Zulu rap sit side-by-side on ex-The Knife member Olof Dreijer’s debut solo LP Loud Bloom
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MusicRadar
Olof Dreijer, formerly of The Knife, has shared insights into his creative process, particularly regarding vintage synthesizers and the digital audio workstation Ableton. He expressed a shift in his perspective, having previously found expensive analog synths uninteresting but now discovering ways to utilize them effectively.
Dreijer's debut solo album, "Loud Bloom," features a diverse range of sounds, including beatless meditations and Zulu rap, showcasing his unique approach to music production. He credits Ableton as an essential tool for his work. Originally reported by MusicRadar.
Dreijer's debut solo album, "Loud Bloom," features a diverse range of sounds, including beatless meditations and Zulu rap, showcasing his unique approach to music production. He credits Ableton as an essential tool for his work. Originally reported by MusicRadar.