The style of Hip-Hop we refer to as “Boom Bap” was built on digging in the crates and sampling old, dusty records. This process is what gives Boom Bap its distinctive sound. But 30 years…
Author: Simon Gilbert
Welcome to ZaharaBeats! Need some beats that slap harder than Will Smith at the Oscars? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re cooking up a track, making content, or just need background music to…
Rap music is a genre built on rhythm, energy, and vocal expression. While the lead vocals take center stage, backing vocals or BVs as they are often referred, play an essential role in elevating and…
In recent years the meteoric rise of Amapiano has taken the global music scene by storm. Deep house grooves, log drum basslines, hypnotic melodies and a strong emphasis on rhythm make it an infectious genre.…
Recording vocals over lease beats can be a challenge. But with the right techniques, you can make your vocals stand out and sound amazing. Whether you’re an aspiring rapper, budding singer, or both, small adjustments…
Making, marketing and selling beats can be both creatively rewarding and potentially lucrative. However, many producers fall into common traps that hold them back from success. In this guide, we’ll break down ten frequent mistakes…
Audimee is a revolutionary AI tool that allows users to manipulate vocals in ways once unimaginable. By feeding it a dry mono guide vocal, you can replicate, modify, and transform voices with remarkable control. From…
Often dismissed as cheap and gimmicky, Casio’s influence on the music world is far greater than it gets credit for. While its sounds may not feature abundantly in chart-topping hits, it’s no secret that Casio…
Roy Ayers, the legendary American vibraphonist, composer, singer, and producer, has passed away at the age of 83 after a long illness. A trailblazer in the fusion of jazz with soul, funk, disco, and boogie,…
Not so long ago these five producers were at the forefront of hip-hop and R&B, behind countless chart-topping hits and defining the sound of their era’s. In this post we look at these once-unstoppable hitmakers…
