Craig Oram Interview: Uncovering His Creative Process and Inspirations
In a frank rapid-fire sit-down, DJ and producer Craig Oram revealed his insights into music, creativity, and what keeps him inspired in the studio.
With a reputation for natural and energetic productions, Oram is forging ahead in his career with discipline and experimentation.
T.H.E – Club night or outdoor festival?
Craig Oram – With no second thought, Oram says outdoor festivals are the winner. The ambiance and energy of the sea of people fuel his enthusiasm for playing.
T.H.E – Most-reached-for plugin currently?
Craig Oram – The DJ names his top choice currently as the Dune 3 synth, describing it as “insanely powerful” and a welcome respite from industry standard Serum.
T.H.E – One song you wish you had created?
Craig Oram – Oram admits he’s never thought about it that way. “I’m happy enough making my own tracks,” he says with a laugh, reflecting his commitment to originality.
T.H.E – Favourite place you’ve travelled for music?
Craig Oram – Cape Town tops the list. The city left a strong impression on him as a destination that combined both culture and music.
T.H.E – One word to describe your sound?
Craig Oram – “Energizing,” he replies, citing the fact that several listeners have employed the same adjective to describe the energy of his tracks.
T.H.E – Last track you had on repeat?
Craig Oram – He cites Silver Panda & Ranji – Power of the Acid as inspiration and a reference for sound design memory note alike.
T.H.E – Dream collaborator?
Craig Oram – The possibilities are endless, but names such as Fab Massimo, CADELAGO, DON’T BLINK, and Solomun feature as the artists he would love to work with.
T.H.E – Afternoon or morning studio session?
Craig Oram – “Mornings,” he confesses, although largely because he tends to stay up all night writing music.
T.H.E – Artist to watch this year?
Craig Oram – Fab Massimo gets cut again. Oram has even received one-on-one mentoring from him, crediting the guidance as a significant factor in his development.
T.H.E – What studio rule do you always break?
Craig Oram – “There are no rules in my studio,” Oram affirms. That mindset permits him to experiment without limits.
With his intuitive style and aversion to formulas, Craig Oram continues to grow as a producer, infusing the world of electronic music with a new and powerful sound. Fans should keep an eye out for him as he aims for upcoming projects and collaborations in the months ahead.
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