In this episode of The XLNT Show, Danny & Parker sit down with Seven Lions for a deep conversation on creativity, emotion, and the philosophy behind melodic bass music. Jeff opens up about his upcoming album Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars, his loyalty to FL Studio, and why subtle details matter more than overproduction.
They discuss:
- Why music feels spiritual and how emotion carries across time
- The vision behind Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars and keeping albums fully solo
- How Seven Lions approaches vocals, songwriting, and melodic structure
- Performing as an introvert, impostor syndrome, and building confidence on stage
- World-building, visual identity, and the role of Ophelia Records
- Melodic bass longevity vs trend-driven EDM
- Production workflow in FL Studio and adding depth through subtle textures
- Thoughts on AI in music and protecting the human element of art
New album: Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars — 12/12
