TN:172 Artemas & Toby Daintree

Jan 14, 2026

In a lively conversation, British songwriter and producer Toby Daintree joins Artemas, a rising star known for his dark pop hits. They delve into the making of their album 'LOVERCORE', revealing intimate details about tracks like 'i like the way you kiss me'. The duo discusses vocal processing techniques and favorite plugins that shape Artemas's unique sound. They share how TikTok influenced their success and provide insights on crafting catchy moments. Their creative journey showcases the fun of experimentation and the importance of authenticity in music.

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ADVICE

Keep Vocal Chains Minimal And Characterful

Use minimal, trusted plugins (Decapitator, EchoBoy, Mellify) on vocals to get character fast.
Rely on a simple chain to keep vocals immediate rather than overprocessing.

INSIGHT

Saturation As A Signature Texture

Decapitator saturation and DI guitars create a modern, crunchy sound that fills wide frequency ranges.
Simple, aggressive processing became a signature across their tracks.

ADVICE

Write Stop-Scrolling Moments

Build songs with immediate, eye-catching moments that can stop someone scrolling.
Prioritize strong songwriting and sticky hooks over trying to game platforms.

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