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The long road: How to stay motivated on your artistic journey
We explore some ways you can restructure your days and mindset to better achieve your goals and have a more positive outlook on your artistic journey.
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Tips & Tutorials
Explore actionable production tips, step-by-step tutorials, track breakdowns, and more.
How to beat the algorithm and grow your social following as an artist
Use the algorithm to your advantage and get your music in front of a larger audience than ever with these social media tips and techniques.
The 4 most important MIDI controllers
We highlight four particularly impactful MIDI controllers that have made their mark across bedroom and studio setups alike.
5 free instrument plugins every music producer should have in 2021 (VST / AU)
Spanning grand pianos to wavetable synths, these five high-quality free instrument plugins are must-haves for any music producer.
Exploring the world of open tunings on guitar
Five guitarists across various genres tell us why they use open tunings and how alternate tunings can help expand our creativity.
How to build a creative ecosystem as a musician
Career musicians share how they foster a music industry ecosystem, discussing everything from building meaningful relationships to approaching studio sessions.
How to find your voice with sampling
In this tutorial video, we explore the many different avenues for finding and utilizing samples in our own music.
Beyond hearing: Perception, notation, and expanding our senses
We explore the expansive topic of how music has been documented over time, going beyond traditional notation and exploring more nonconformist approaches.
Why you should change your artist name (and how to do it right)
Learn about the reasons you might want to consider changing your artist name, and how to navigate the process across streaming platforms, social media, etc.
How to create melodies for different moods
In this tutorial video, we explore three examples that help us better understand how we can effectively capture specific moods using melodies.
How 5 screen composers got their start and sustain their careers
Hear firsthand stories about how five composers got their first gigs, what lessons they've learned along their journeys, and how they find balance with their work.
Sango (Frank Ocean, Bryson Tiller) showcases his workflow in Reason+
Sango uses the sounds of Jay Dee (aka J Dilla) and the tools available in Reason+ to whip up a garage beat in just a few minutes.