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What is classical music? A beginner’s guide to history, composers, and key works
Discover the origins of classical music, explore its renowned composers, and learn about the key works that have shaped this timeless genre.
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What is cloud rap? Exploring its history, sound, and influential artists
Learn about what cloud rap is and dive into its unique region-less origins, defining sounds, and influential artists.
What is drum and bass music? History, artists, and subgenres
Learn about the rich history of drum and bass music, its key characteristics, subgenres, artists, landmark records, and more.
House vs. techno: Key differences explained (and where tech house fits in)
Explore the similarities and key differences between house, techno, and tech house music.
What is cool jazz? Artists, history, and characteristics
Learn about the rich history of cool jazz, its key characteristics, artists, landmark records, signature instruments, and more.
The tritone: Why it’s called the devil’s interval and how to use it
Let's walk through what a tritone is, its impact across music history, and its surprising sensitive side that isn't so diabolical.
Brazilian funk, phonk, and globalization’s grip: A battle for ownership and recognition
We dive into the state of Brazilian funk, phonk, and Brazilian phonk, featuring insights from leading artists and producers including d.silvestre, BADSISTA, and others.
What is funk? How two James Brown classics define the genre
Learn about the key characteristics, instrumentation, music theory, and more of funk music, as defined by two James Brown classics.
What is melodic techno? Artists, history, and characteristics
Learn about the characteristics, history, and artists behind melodic techno, a genre that's become a global phenomenon at a remarkably fast pace.
What is neo soul? History, artists, and legacy
Learn about the origins, key artists, and characteristics of neo soul, in addition to what continues to define and propel it forward today.
Sampling in hip hop: 4 key eras
Explore four key eras and their defining sample touchpoints that have shaped the culture of sampling in hip hop.
What is trance music? History, artists, and subgenres
Learn about the history, key artists, and subgenres behind trance music, in addition to tips for how to make your own music in the genre.