How to make jungle music for the first time (track breakdown)
Watch an expert hip hop producer make jungle music for the first time, and learn how you can get started with the genre yourself.
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Explore actionable production tips, step-by-step tutorials, track breakdowns, and more.
Mariachi instruments: An introductory guide
From the vihuela and guitarrón to the violin and trumpet, learn about five instruments that define the sonic identity of mariachi music.
What is rhythm in music: An introduction to beats, meters, and tempo
Rhythm is arguably the most fundamental element of music—in this in-depth guide, learn about the basics of how to read and create your own rhythms.
UNIIQU3 on the art of sampling and the sonic identity of Jersey club
UNIIQU3 and fellow New Jersey icons Just Blaze and Rah Digga dive deep into the evolution of Jersey club, the art of sampling, and more.
How to make Afrobeat music: Iss 814’s step-by-step walkthrough
Expert producer and veteran sample pack creator Iss 814 demonstrates how to make an Afrobeat track from scratch.
How to make an album cover for your music
We draw on in-depth advice from expert artists to explore how to make an album cover for your music, regardless of your skills or budget.
How to make a neurofunk track (free project file included)
Veteran drum and bass producer Redpill showcases how to make a neurofunk track and offers a free project file for producers to experiment with firsthand.
How loud should you master your music?
Learn about the most important factors that go into answering the age-old question of how loud you should master your music.
The music of Naruto: Analyzing the harmony of KANA-BOON’s “Silhouette”
We highlight a few unique chords and progressions heard in KANA-BOON's "Silhouette," the track that served as the sixteenth opening for Naruto Shippuden.
Parallel compression: What it is and how to use it
In this in-depth guide, learn about what parallel compression is, how it works, and how you can apply it effectively in your own music.
Dub music: A guide to the genre’s history, artists, and sound
We explore the history and lasting impact of dub music and break down how you can use its signature production techniques in your own tracks.
How to make beats: An in-depth guide to beat production
Learn how to make beats for a song with this in-depth guide, where we cover everything from the tools you'll need to how to sequence your own rhythms.
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