For this instalment of our producer profile series, we take it back in time to the golden era of hip-hop and a true pioneer of the art form. When it comes to influential figures in…
Category: Beatmaking
With modern sampling technology, no instrument or sound is out of reach. Most of us have our trusted go-to virtual instruments, think orchestral libraries, pianos, synths, guitars, or basses, but sometimes the most memorable productions…
Who doesn’t love a free plugin? And if you can’t get enough reverb in your life then prepare to let out a little whoop. For the very generous folk at Molecular Bytes audio software has…
Most producers will tell you that coming up with the initial idea for a beat or song is the most fun part. It’s where creativity flows freely and anything can happen. But once your track…
Looking to transform samples into something entirely new? The Granulator plugin from Phil Speiser makes it easy to turn any sound into a playable instrument, unlocking endless creative possibilities. Whether you’re seeking fresh inspiration or…
The late 80s in the UK saw the so-called Second Summer of Love: a cultural explosion of raves and hedonism. It also ushered in a revolutionary new form of dance music, the squelching, Roland TB303…
Synthwave music represents pure retro nostalgia, inspired by a decade where the synthesizer was king. Traditionally, recreating those iconic sounds meant tracking down vintage gear like a Yamaha DX7 or an Oberheim DMX. But here’s…
While The Amen Break is often recognised as the most sampled drum break in music history, running just behind it is Funky Drummer. And when it comes specifically to Hip-Hop, Funky Drummer arguably takes the…
Sampling is at the heart of modern music production, but the magic lies in making that sample truly yours. Whether you’re flipping a dusty old loop or scooping something digital, there are countless ways to…
Often flying under the radar, Chauncey Hollis Jr., better known as Hit-Boy, is the unassuming architect behind some of modern hip-hop’s most unmistakable anthems. Living up to his name, Kanye, Jay Z, Nas and Travis…
