Making Music Like it’s 1989 (with Real VHS & Retro Vibes)

Ever wondered what goes into writing, recording, and filming a full retro‑style song and music video… just to put it on a VHS tape? This video shows the entire creative process, from composing late 80s‑inspired heartbreak pop in Logic, to filming in my basement with a black sheet, to transferring the final video to real VHS using budget gear. The video is divided into sections: 00:00 Intro, 00:30 Inspiration, 02:04 Song Walkthrough, 03:24 Songwriting Process, 03:54 Bass, 04:35 Synth & Keyboard Percussion, 05:32 Electric Guitars, 06:30 Live Drums, 06:54 Vocals & Harmonies, 08:15 Filling out the Song, 09:35 Mixing & Mastering, 10:42 Music Video Production, 11:34 Fun Facts, 12:32 Editing & FX, 12:05 Aspect Ratios, 14:47 Transferring to VHS, 15:51 VHS to PC.