We take modern music production for granted these days. Everything happens in the box: unlimited tracks, instant editing, endless plug-ins. But if you rewind to the previous century, things looked very different. This post is…
Tag: Samples
The word alchemist describes someone who can transform or create something through a seemingly magical process. And that’s exactly what Alan the Chemist, better known as The Alchemist, does best. As one of underground hip-hop’s…
Creating a memorable beat that bangs requires attention to both the big picture and the small details. Every element plays a role in how a track comes together. In this post, we’ll highlight seven essential…
In his latest video, Boom Bap producer and prolific YouTuber Navie D breaks down the different roles that samples play in sample-based music production. Using the analogy of a movie production, he identifies four key…
Few products have gained the mythical status of Akai’s MPC (MIDI Production Centre) series of Drum machine style samplers. From the revolutionary Rodger Linn designed MPC 60 through to their latest highly portable stand alone…
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…
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…
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…
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…
