ABSTRACT
The aim of a mashup is to give the audience multiple songs combined into a track that still feels like one single piece of music. Sometimes the energy needs to rise up a little or settle down a bit. The ear notices unnatural jumps in energy and draws attention to our edits, so during our transitions it is important to keep the energy level reasonably stable. The more sudden and surprising transitions may cut from one to another instantly or over the space a few seconds. Using added drum loops during breakdowns and build-up transitions are great for these situations. Using a simple loop with a neutral rhythm can add subtle energy lift to a section without affecting its key or emotion. When assisting a transition, an instrument can be used in the same way that a snare build, drum loop or white-noise effect would, helping to repair a drop in energy or support a weak build-up.
