Humans of Pixabay featuring 331 Music

TL;DR

Alex and his twin brother make commercial and production music as 331 Music from Kazakhstan, writing story-driven tracks together in their studio.

• 331 Music is a twin-brother duo from Kazakhstan who joined the Pixabay community in 2023.
• The brothers started making music in 2001 and work mainly on commercial and production tracks.
• Alex plays guitar and bass, building tracks from an idea, mood, or melody.
• They focus on the story, mood, and purpose behind each project rather than following trends.
• They dream of their music appearing in films, documentaries, advertising, and games worldwide.

Meet Alex, from Kazakhstan under the artistic name 331 Music on Pixabay. He, alongside his twin, have been part of the Pixabay community since 2023.

How and when did you start making music?

We started in 2001.

What’s your main instrument?

My main instruments are guitar and bass

What inspires your compositions?

We are twin brothers and compose music together in our studio. Our inspiration comes from many different sources: films, documentaries, nature, everyday life, and the emotions that music can create without words.Our creative process usually starts with an idea, a mood, or a melody. From there, we develop the arrangement, experiment with sounds, and refine every detail until the track feels complete. Because we work as a team, we constantly exchange ideas and challenge each other creatively, which helps us achieve the best possible result.We are passionate about creating music that tells a story, evokes emotions, and connects with listeners around the world.

Could you recommend three albums or songs you can’t stop listening to?

It's difficult to choose only three, but these are some of the records and artists that have had a lasting influence on us:

• Back in Black by AC/DC — a timeless rock album with incredible energy and songwriting.
• Mutter by Rammstein — powerful production, memorable melodies, and a unique sound.
• Music by Bruno Mars — we admire his ability to blend different genres while creating songs that are both modern and timeless.

Although our own music is quite different, we often return to these artists because of their creativity, production quality, and strong musical identity.

Who are some of your biggest inspirations in music and sound design?

Because we work primarily on commercial music and production music, our focus is usually on creating rather than following specific artists or trends. We spend most of our time in the studio writing, arranging, recording, and producing new tracks.Of course, we appreciate great music from many genres, but our biggest inspiration comes from the projects themselves; the story, mood, and purpose behind each track. Whether it's a corporate piece, documentary music, rock, electronic, or cinematic production, we aim to create music that serves the listener and the project rather than imitate a particular artist.

What do you like about Pixabay?

What we like most about Pixabay is its large and active community of creators and users from all over the world. It provides a great opportunity for musicians to share their work with a wide audience and receive valuable exposure.We also believe Pixabay has strong potential for future growth. As the platform continues to expand, it creates more opportunities for artists, content creators, and businesses to connect through high-quality music and media.

How do you overcome creative block?

We don't really experience creative block. We create music every day, and with a large catalog of ideas and recordings, there is always something to work on.

You're stranded on a deserted island and can only take a few instruments with you: which ones would they be?

A guitar and drums. Since my voice is also an instrument, those three would be all I need to keep creating music on a deserted island.

Which artists would you love to collaborate with?

We're open to collaborating with any talented artists and creators. However, we're usually fully focused on making music and don't spend much time thinking about or proposing collaborations ourselves. If the right opportunity comes along, we're always happy to connect.

What’s your favorite track on Pixabay?

What's the coolest way you've seen your music used?

One of the coolest things is seeing our music used in so many different advertising campaigns around the world. It's always exciting to hear a track we created become part of a professional commercial and reach such a wide audience.

How do you dream of your music being used?

We dream of our music being used in films, documentaries, advertising, games, and other creative projects around the world. The greatest reward is knowing that our music helps tell stories, create emotions, and connect with audiences.

What makes Pixabay different? What has been your proudest moment on Pixabay?

What makes Pixabay different is that it offers opportunities many creators don't even realize exist. It's much more than just a free content platform; it allows artists to reach a global audience, build a portfolio, and have their work used in countless creative projects worldwide.Our proudest moment on Pixabay has been seeing how many people and projects our music has reached through the platform.

What's the biggest lesson you've learned in your music career?

The biggest lesson we've learned is that you must keep learning and evolving. Music, technology, and trends are constantly changing, and if you stop improving, someone else will learn those skills and move ahead. Continuous learning is essential for long-term success.

Thank you so much for sharing your music and wise words with all of us!

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