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…
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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…
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…
Most die-hard hip-hop heads can rattle off their top five producers with no hesitation. These top producer lists will often feature the same old candidates. Usual suspects such as Dr Dre, J Dilla, DJ Premier,…
For this round of producer probing we turn our attention to one of the most forward thinking sample based producers in the game. A producer who has been getting his fingers dusty since the late…
I know what you’re thinking, not another blog featuring Timbaland, BUT this time we will not be focusing on his recent love affair with AI. Instead, let’s celebrate the huge contribution he has made to…
