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This is HOW you mix GENRES using SAMPLES
Want to use samples to blend genres? Learn to mix unexpected elements and sound different.
The Evolution & Influence of Rap: How it Became a Global Phenomenon
The origins and growth of rap music, tracing its roots and cultural impact. The key figures, iconic tracks, and the socio-technical evolution of rap in the music industry.
Synth Playground: Underrated (and free) VSTs
Hidden VST's and "speedy synth" tips to make you (and your sound design) different.
3 tips to help you FINISH your songs in any DAW (Video Guide)
We share 3 ESSENTIAL tips to help you finish all of those abandoned songs that you have sitting around on your hard drive.
Make music like Lemon Demon
Vintage and modern synth-pop music making tips to help you get Lemon Demon type sounds.
Simple Drum Groove Hacks
Discover creative drum groove techniques: sample manipulation, unconventional time signatures, global rhythms, and digital chaos.
Create Percussive Movement on Ableton Live
Tweak your percussion on Ableton Live to get dynamic movement and make you sound different.
The best DAW to make Afrobeat in 2024?
The best DAWs to make Afrobeat. Learn what each has to offer - Ableton Live 12, FL Studio 21, Logic Pro X, Studio One 6, and Bitwig Studio 5. Find the right tools to make Afrobeat.
Revamped Comment Widget: Instant Updates on Your Sounds!
Our revamped comment widget gives you instant email notifications when someone comments on your sounds.
Create a Reese Bass on Ableton Live
Learn how to create a powerful Reese Bass in Ableton Live. This tutorial covers using oscillators, EQ adjustments, and adding distortion and reverb for a rich, dynamic bass sound.
Become a Pattern-Finding Machine
Learn to organize, manipulate, and disrupt these patterns for emotional effects. Explore pitch manipulation, advanced expressivity, punchy drums, and creative distortion to improve your tracks.
Make Lo-Fi tracks to refresh your musical perspective
This article explores the lo-fi music, urging a shift from traditional perfection in music production to embracing imperfections. It discusses the emotional resonance of lo-fi, and it's transformative impact on music creation.