Lofi 2025

Written By Gabe Carmona

88k Gabe collabs with SiiM, M.i.N.D., Jinxd and others for an epic Lofi Project! Tracking at the Legendary Westlake Studios: A Thanksgiving Weekend to Remember !

This Thanksgiving weekend of 2025 brought a remarkable convergence of creativity as 88k Gabe takes to the legendary Westlake Studios to craft his latest Lofi project alongside some of the genre’s most beloved artists. For Gabe, a producer known for his signature layered, piano-driven, and emotive production style, recording at Westlake was nothing short of an honor and a chance to blend his intimate sound with the historical weight and world-class acoustics of one of music's most iconic studios.

Westlake Studios stands as a beacon of music history in West Hollywood, having hosted legendary sessions like Tate McRae to Michael Jackson’s Thriller and Quincy Jones productions. Renowned for its immaculate sound precision, spacious rooms with adjustable acoustics, and cutting-edge technology alongside vintage comforts, Westlake offers artists a rare creative sanctuary that inspires magic. For 88k Gabe, entering those storied rooms, Studio A, C, or D is entering a cathedral of music craftsmanship, an environment that demands artistry and rewards nuance.

Lofi music, known for its warm imperfections and nostalgic textures, found a perfect home in Gabe’s hands during this session. His production style embraces those hallmark elements of the genre: subtle vinyl crackles, intimate piano melodies, saxophone layers, and a gentle layering of beats that evoke something timeless yet fresh. Gabe’s ability to blend cinematic influences with the lo-fi aesthetic brings a lushness and depth to the sound, taking the genre beyond mere background ambiance into a living, breathing emotional experience. It’s this fusion that made the Westlake sessions unique, as the pristine environment captured every delicate texture and heartfelt nuance of the performances.

This recording weekend at Westlake Studios remains a proud milestone for Gabe and a source of inspiration for listeners craving music that’s as heartfelt as it is timeless.

Stay tuned as Gabe drops this epic and collective groups of productions set to blaze playlists before the end of the year!

Gabe Carmona

Rising up from the Bay Area’s very own city of San Jose, Gabe Carmona is a creative force. This charming music producer is known for his infectious personality, passion for the art of music, and ability to take each listener on a journey with every production.

Born with music in his blood, Gabe's journey into the world of music began at a young age. As a child, he could often be found on stage in the family band, in the studio, and making music on his Casio keyboard. Little did he know that this deduction and unique musical experimentation would pave the way for his future as a music maestro.

Gabe's passion for producing grew with him, and he dedicated countless hours to honing his craft. Armed with an arsenal of instruments and synthesizers, he set out to create music that would hit the airwaves by age 16, ultimately landing him on stage with the industry’s best! Since then, he’s been rocking the keys and producing music in studios worldwide, including Sony Music Entertainment, the Legendary Capitol Records, Warner Music Studios, RCA’s Studio B, and many others.

His production style is as diverse as they come, ranging from Pop Anthems, HipHop, Smooth Jazz to soulful R&B jams and everything in between. Gabe's versatility knows no bounds, and his ability to seamlessly blend various genres is what makes him truly one-of-a-kind.

https://www.gabecarmonamusic.com
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