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…
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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…
Are you about to start a music tech course this Autumn? If so it can be a very exciting time but also filled with a degree of trepidation. While most music tech courses will have…
Rekordbox just gave you a free set of DJ decks that fit right in your pocket, so you can mix on the go – wherever you are! Introducing Rekordbox Lite – designed with a clean,…
This week Image Line put out their new 2025 update for their flagship DAW FL Studio. The latest update is a serious toolkit expansion – packed with new creative tools, workflow upgrades, and sound design…
Similar to the mystery of chess boxing, diving into RZA’s unconventional production methods can be both fascinating and enlightening. Fortunately, YouTuber Cats Eye has got you covered. In this clear and concise video, he breaks…
Who doesn’t like a free plugin? Well how about six free virtual instrument plugins? Scottish-based Music Tech company Crow Hill very generously operate a rotating 6 free plugin policy. Every month, when a new plugin…
With generative AI now capable of producing virtually any style of music, many singers and rappers are beginning to ask: Can I use AI to generate backing tracks? And while this is certainly possible, before…
If you have been following our blog posts recently, you will be aware that legendary Producer Timbaland has been facing a huge backlash recently over his championing of AI. The Latest Scandal The most recent…
