Afrobeats has become one of the most globally influential music genres in recent years. It blends African rhythms with modern pop, dance and reggae elements to create infectious catchy grooves. With construction kits offering complete…
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Antidote Audio recently identified a neat little trick used by Skrillex to enhance the impact of his snares. He noticed that Skrillex often incorporates reversed sounds that abruptly stop just as the snare’s transient hits.…
In EDM production, a powerful kick drum is essential for creating energy and drive in a track. More than any other element, the kick drum sets the foundation for most EDM tracks. It’s therefore vital…
Incorporating vocal textures can elevate your beats by adding depth, mood, and variety. Whether subtle or bold, vocal layers can add a new dimension to your sound, infusing your productions with the emotional resonance only…
Trap music may have a distinct formula for drums, often anchored by the iconic TR-808 sounds, but the melodic side offers plenty of room for creativity. From sampled chord progressions and melodic loops to original…
The “Kill Bill siren” as it’s widely known is one of the most iconic sounds in trap music. Its instantly recognizable tension-building quality can help electrify trap beats giving them added drama. In this post…
As we reflect on Quincy Jones’s passing and the vast legacy he leaves behind, it’s clear his impact on music and culture was profound. Few areas of music or entertainment escaped his touch, and his…
Trap music often leans into dark, haunting melodies that add atmosphere and intensity to its sound. These distopian tones complement and enhance the genre’s slow, heavy beats, providing the ideal bed for the often tense,…
It’s that time of year again so if you’re looking for the perfect Halloween soundtrack we’ve plucked out 5 beats that are heavy on the horror and go fully in on the fear factor. So…
Along with 808 sub-bass b-lines, nothing quite defines Trap music like the iconic machine gun like hi-hat rolls. Usually quantized to 32nd or 64th notes they are used to accent the drums, creating a rhythmic…
