In the tranquil resort town of Hua Hin, Thailand, the melodic house music trio By The Light creates waves in the electronic music industry. Founded during the challenging times of COVID-19, the group has carved out a niche for themselves, combining diverse musical backgrounds with innovative digital production techniques.
This article dives into into their journey, the music production process, and the unique environment that shapes their sound.
The Beginnings of By The Light
By The Light was established in Hua Hin, a location more commonly associated with retirement than raves. However, the serene backdrop was a ripe ground for creativity for Rowan McCann, Jaymi Holt, and Rich Akers. Originally from Sydney, Rowan brought two decades of techno and house music passion into the project, aiming to transition from DJing to music production.
Jaymi, with a background in singing across various genres, adds a unique melodic and lyrical depth to the group’s tracks. Together, they create music that resonates with fans and stands out in the crowded electronic music scene.
Crafting a Unique Sound
The production process at By The Light is as intricate as their backgrounds. In their state-of-the-art studio, over 160 samples, synths, beats, and effects are meticulously layered to form compelling tracks.
Jaymi’s vocal contributions transform basic loops into full-fledged songs, while Rich’s video production and graphic design skills enhance their visual and digital presence. Their collaborative efforts result in music that is not only technically proficient but also emotionally engaging, attracting a growing fan base both locally and internationally.
FAQs
- What makes By The Light’s approach to music unique?
- By The Light integrates diverse musical influences with modern production techniques, resulting in a fresh and familiar sound.
- How has the location influenced their music?
- The calm and scenic environment of Hua Hin provides a contrasting backdrop to the energetic beats of their music, infusing their tracks with a unique vibe.
- Where can fans access By The Light’s music?
- Fans can stream their music on Spotify and follow their YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok updates at @bythelightband.
By The Light exemplifies how passion and innovation can lead to remarkable achievements in the music industry. From their unlikely base in Hua Hin, they have redefined the boundaries of melodic house music, proving that great music can originate from the most unexpected places.
Their journey underscores the power of creativity and the importance of embracing new opportunities wherever they arise.
Will Vance is a professional music producer who has been involved in the industry for the better part of a decade and has been the managing editor at Magnetic Magazine since mid-2022. In that time period, he has published thousands of articles on music production, industry think pieces and educational articles about the music industry. Over the last decade as a professional music producer, Will Vance has also ran multiple successful and highly respected record labels in the industry, including Where The Heart Is Records as well as having launched a new label with a focus on community through Magnetic Magazine. When not running these labels or producing his own music, Vance is likely writing for other top industry sites like Waves or the Hyperbits Masterclass or working on his upcoming book on mindfulness in music production. On the rare chance he's not thinking about music production, he's probably running a game of Dungeons and Dragons with his friends which he has been the dungeon master for for many years.
