The style of Hip-Hop we refer to as “Boom Bap” was built on digging in the crates and sampling old, dusty records. This process is what gives Boom Bap its distinctive sound. But 30 years…
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Making, marketing and selling beats can be both creatively rewarding and potentially lucrative. However, many producers fall into common traps that hold them back from success. In this guide, we’ll break down ten frequent mistakes…
Roy Ayers, the legendary American vibraphonist, composer, singer, and producer, has passed away at the age of 83 after a long illness. A trailblazer in the fusion of jazz with soul, funk, disco, and boogie,…
In a recent interview, DJ Mustard shared that it took him just 30 minutes to create the beat for Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” That got us wondering—what other iconic hip-hop beats were made in…
The key to effective beatmaking is to establish a slick and organised workflow. The less time spent on technical distractions, the more you can focus on creativity and sound. Since drums form the backbone of…
Tom Caruana may not be a name that instantly springs to mind when you think of the dopest Hip-Hop producers out there—unless, of course, you’re already in the know! Hailing from the UK, former teacher…
As beatmakers, it’s easy to get caught up in crafting the perfect drums, melodies, chords, and basslines. But one crucial element often gets overlooked—percussion. And yet, it’s precisely this element that has helped shape the…
YouTube music tutorial channel The Cosmic Academy have just dropped 5 essential tips to help you improve the sound and quality of your productions. In their words – 5 ways to prevent you from sounding…
Today’s samplers are immensely powerful, sophisticated devices capable of accurately recreating almost any sound. But if you’re craving a total change and want to experience the gritty sound and nostalgic vibe of early 8-bit sampling,…
Behringer, known for their controversial recreations of classic music gear, is stirring excitement again. This time, they’ve hinted at a potential remake of the iconic E-mu SP1200. A recent post on their Facebook page invited…
