In our previous post we looked at 10 hip-hop producers famed for having a distinct signature sound. In this post we turn our attention to EDM producers. We will examine what it is that gives…
Author: Simon Gilbert
1: J Dilla 2: The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo) 3: DJ Premier 4: Timbaland 5: Swizz Beatz 6: Dr Dre 7: Just Blaze 8: RZA 9: Eazy Mo Bee 10: Pete Rock Remember…
In an industry where thousands of new beats are uploaded daily, standing out from the crowd is crucial. While showing you are versatile and adaptable to different styles is important, so is having a unique…
One of the most powerful tools in a producer’s arsenal is layering. Layering beats isn’t just about stacking sounds for the sake of it. Done well it can create depth and complexity as well as…
In our previous blog, Beatmaking on a Budget, we explored everything you would need to get started as a beatmaker without breaking the bank. While we touched on different requirements for different beatmaking scenarios, in…
It can often feel overwhelming when starting out as a beatmaker. Not only do you have to learn and develop new production techniques. You also have to invest in the gear and software necessary to…
As a beatmaker, leasing beats is one of the most effective ways to monetize your music. And while beat leasing differs in many ways from the traditional producer/artist dynamic, it’s still important that both parties…
In sample-based music, the ability to choose the right samples and sounds is crucially important. More than any other aspect, the sample selection process can shape the entire direction of your beats. Your musical taste…
With YouTube ranking as the net’s second-largest search engine, there are huge opportunities for selling beats. And your target audience i.e artists looking for beats, tend to spend a lot of time browsing YouTube. It’s…
While Beat Leasing can be a lucrative way of monetising your production skills, to truly excel you must also take care of business. This requires careful management of agreements, pricing, promotion, and intellectual property. In…
