In this final part of our series on making trap beats, we’re going DEEP and giving the LOW-down on 808 basslines. If there’s one defining element to trap music other than the drums, it’s using…
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It’s a bold claim! The BEST production trick of 2024. Well you can decide for yourself as we learn how to transform a fairly generic Electric piano loop into a lush otherworldly affair. In this…
In Part 1 of our guide to making Trap beats, we explored the foundation of Trap—The Drums. In Part 2, we shift our focus to Trap melodies, which are equally essential for shaping the mood…
Since its inception in the early 2000’s, trap music has become one of the most influential genres in contemporary music. An offshoot of hip-hop, trap was born in the so-called “Dirty South” of America, pioneered…
1: J Dilla 2: The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo) 3: DJ Premier 4: Timbaland 5: Swizz Beatz 6: Dr Dre 7: Just Blaze 8: RZA 9: Eazy Mo Bee 10: Pete Rock Remember…
In an industry where thousands of new beats are uploaded daily, standing out from the crowd is crucial. While showing you are versatile and adaptable to different styles is important, so is having a unique…
One of the most powerful tools in a producer’s arsenal is layering. Layering beats isn’t just about stacking sounds for the sake of it. Done well it can create depth and complexity as well as…
In our previous blog, Beatmaking on a Budget, we explored everything you would need to get started as a beatmaker without breaking the bank. While we touched on different requirements for different beatmaking scenarios, in…
It can often feel overwhelming when starting out as a beatmaker. Not only do you have to learn and develop new production techniques. You also have to invest in the gear and software necessary to…
In sample-based music, the ability to choose the right samples and sounds is crucially important. More than any other aspect, the sample selection process can shape the entire direction of your beats. Your musical taste…
