Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Yifei Xue. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Yifei, thanks for joining us today. What’s been the most meaningful project you’ve worked on?

The most meaningful project I’ve worked on recently is a concept called “Self-Doubt,” created and designed by artist Zoe Juang. She visualized the experience of self-doubt as a physical maze, with different sections representing the stages of slowly being overwhelmed by the feeling of questioning one’s worth.

Interestingly, I initially lacked confidence in taking on this project, as I had very little experience scoring for visuals and live installations. However, this uncertainty became the very reason I decided to embrace the challenge. I wanted to prove to myself that self-doubt and fear are just constructs in my mind. Once I completed a few tracks and received approval from the artist, it felt like a significant breakthrough.

Yifei, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

I’ve always had a deep love for music. As a child, I played the violin, which gave me a foundational understanding of scales and tones. Over time, my interest in production grew as I watched legendary producers work in the studio, crafting incredible music. Their creativity and passion were hugely inspiring, and it pushed me to start making my own beats. From there, I began exploring different genres of music I loved, expanding my skills and musical range. To make them sound good, I’ve also acquired a strong skill set in sound deisgn and mix engineering along the way.

At the moment I’ve been composing, producing, and mixing music for over ten years and counting, and it’s been a journey full of both highs and lows. Along the way, I’ve learned a lot, but before anything else, I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to pursue art.

What can potentially set me apart from the others is that we’ve grown through different challenges, I’ve been through financial struggles, health issues, and a lack of career opportunities. With obstacles coming from all directions, many things can easily derail a creative career. That’s why I am feeling more and more fortunate to be able to pursue a music career, and this understanding has shaped my music, giving it a deeper sense of empathy alongside the passion and love I felt when I first started. If I had to distill it down, I’d say my work reflects exactly how I feel in the moment—it’s honest, raw, and empathetic. On the technical side, I’m committed to creating the best possible sonic experience, carefully crafting everything from recording to sound design to mixng and mastering, both for myself and for any potential clients.

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?

I think it’s a journey that most artists go through. When I first started out, I was firmly against learning music theory, believing it would stifle my creativity. At that time, my music was purely driven by feeling. I remember having a conversation about this with a friend who was studying architecture. He told me that he was immersing himself in all sorts of books to learn the theories inside and out. I was curious why he’d put so many constraints on himself by relying so heavily on theory. He explained that he wanted to master it first so he could eventually unlearn it.

That idea struck me deeply—it was a wake-up call. I realized that in order to break the rules, I first needed to understand them. So, I made a conscious effort to dive into music theory and the technical aspects of production, to absorb them fully, so I could transcend them later. And honestly, they’ve helped me out of creative blocks more times than I can count.

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

I’ve actually had a difficult time, and still do, figuring out what I truly want to say and express through music. I think many people turn to creative careers because music can serve as an outlet to share their emotions and views, or sometimes to step into someone else’s shoes.

When I’m producing and mixing for others, my focus is on delivering the best sound quality I can and helping the artist bring their vision to life. But when it comes to my own music, there isn’t a specific goal driving me—just a desire to capture excitement and something fresh. It’s not about anything deep yet, perhaps it never will be.

Though over time, I’ve been slowly shaping my own authentic voice, and with more life experience, it’s becoming clearer what I want to say through my music. For now, though, it’s mostly about the pure desire to learn, explore, and merge the genres I love.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://morphingcloudz.wixsite.com/morphing-cloud-produ
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morphinxcloud/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yifei-xue-455340180
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/morphincloud?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Image Credits

Ann Sreekanth
Hironobu Narita