Minta Foundry Breakdowns

Minta Foundry, Al Hug

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Breaking down samples through an audio-only experience, presented by Al Hug.

MAR 28

Episode 7: "The One Where I Kick My Floor Tom"

In this 7th episode, AL HUG (@_al_hug) talks about Minta Foundry’s upcoming secret plug-in. The breakdown segment focuses on how the master chain can have a major impact on the sound of a sample. We also play new music from ADULTS, a joint project by Barney Artist and Al Hug, and discuss how the MPC sampler is essentially a kids’ toy. "Grow Up" by ADULTS Thanks for being here and following along. Support the show by purchasing packs and plug-ins at www.mintafoundry.com

26 min
MAR 22

Episode 6: "The One Where We Start All Over"

In this 6th episode, AL HUG (@_al_hug) introduces a new format that expands beyond the usual sample breakdowns. Alongside diving into sounds and techniques, we’re opening things up to include follower questions... bringing more of your perspective directly into the conversation. We’ll also be giving you a glimpse into two upcoming (and still under wraps) releases. While we’re keeping things intentionally vague for now, expect just enough insight to spark your curiosity: one brand-new plug-in and one fresh music project that we’re genuinely excited about. Thanks for being here and following along. Score: Oslo.pdf Support the show by purchasing packs and plug-ins on www.mintafoundry.com

25 min
11/29/2025

MF Breakdowns s01e05 (The One With The Masked Singer)

In this fifth episode, Al breaks down one of his favorites songs that he created together with singer Pale Jay. What started as piano idea quickly turned into a full song and ended up being used on Big L's posthumous album "Harlem's Finest: Return Of The King". The song is called "Forever" and features Big L, Mac Miller and Pale Jay. Forever - Big L, Mac Miller, Pale Jay https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/track/7lCpzHEIIBf7BQKfRyRP01?si=78f345a492ca45ad https://music.apple.com/at/song/forever/1844684507 Big L https://www.instagram.com/bigl_139 Mac Miller https://www.instagram.com/macmiller Pale Jay https://www.instagram.com/palejaymusic Al Hug https://www.instagram.com/_al_hug Minta Foundry https://www.mintafoundry.com

13 min
06/17/2022

MF Breakdowns s01e04 (The One With No Grid)

In this fourth episode, Al challenges you to create a sample without a grid or fixed tempo. Using one of his samples, he shows what challenges he had to face in doing so. This late 50s, early 60s inspired Jazz sample only features three instruments, but there are still tons of things to learn from this composition. From sample to finished beat, this episode looks at the whole process. Buy the stems pack here: www.mintalabs.com/product/s01e04-stems (includes dry/wet stems, Ableton project file, alternate piano takes and the episode in HQ) Follow Al Hug on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_al_hug Check out the Minta Foundry store: https://www.mintalabs.com/foundry and follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mintafoundry follow the discord and drop some questions that you want to be answered in episode 5: https://discord.gg/RmStgsm

16 min
01/08/2022

MF Breakdowns s01e03 (The One With Reske)

In this third episode, Al Hug welcomes the amazing Reske. Super-composer, sound-designer extraordinaire, and one of the most important sample creators in the genre right now. Listen to us break down one of the samples from his most recent Kingsway Music release. 'House of Sand' is more than just a sample, it's a whole composition. We talk about his process of starting compositions by improvising and how to use arrangements to push the boundaries of the sample-maker genre. Follow Reske on twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/reske__ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reske__ Get the pack containing this sample here: https://www.kingswaymusiclibrary.com/products/kingsway-music-library-reske-vol-2 Follow Al Hug on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_al_hug Check out the Minta Foundry store: https://www.mintalabs.com/foundry and follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mintafoundry and follow the discord and drop some questions that you want to be answered in episode 4: https://discord.gg/RmStgsm

26 min
12/04/2021

MF Breakdowns s01e02 (The One With The Drum Break)

In this second episode, Al Hug goes to break down one of his soul compositions and shows how he flipped it to make it sound like a J Dilla sample. Get the Vulf Compressor preset here: https://goodhertz.co/vulf-comp/3.5.1/?in=5&cm=100&wf=45&lf=88&out=-7&mix=48&wfs=2&wfp=23&lfng=-96&lfc=74&drl=0 Follow the discord and drop some questions that you want to be answered in episode 3: https://discord.gg/RmStgsm

20 min
11/14/2021

MF Breakdowns s01e01 (The One With The Spring Reverb)

In this first episode, Al Hug introduces the new Minta Foundry Breakdowns format and does a deep dive on one of his samples that is expected to come out on a song soon. Follow the discord and drop some questions that you want to be answered in episode 2: https://discord.gg/RmStgsm

18 min

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Breaking down samples through an audio-only experience, presented by Al Hug.

Creator

Minta Foundry, Al Hug
Years Active

2021 - 2026
Episodes

7
Rating

Clean
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