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The Haas effect: What it is and how to use it
Learn about what the Haas effect (also known as the precedence effect) is, its unique history, and how to apply it in your music.
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How tape machines shape the lo-fi sound
Learn about the origins of the lo-fi sound, including saturation, wow, flutter, and tape delay—and how the quirks of analog tape machines have translated to the digital domain.
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop
From MPCs and vinyl shopping to FL grids and sample chopping, today we celebrate the sounds, styles, and creators of hip hop.
Mike Shinoda on crafting Meteora, songwriting, and the art of vocal production
We sat down with Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park, Fort Minor) to discuss the creative process behind Meteora, how it informs his trajectory for the music he's releasing today, his advice for budding music creators, and more.
How remixing and sampling can grow your music career
Learn how some of the biggest artists today have used remixing and sampling as "loss leaders" to develop their fanbases and grow their careers.
Beyond dancehall: Exploring its influences, impact, and identity
Let's take a look at the history, culture, and state of dancehall, a constantly morphing genre of Jamaican popular music.
3 key innovations across music production history from LGBTQ+ artists
Learn about three key innovations in music production and songwriting history that have come from the likes of Frankie Knuckles, Hüsker Dü, and SOPHIE.
The tritone: The sound of the devil’s interval and unlocking 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.
The cello: Exploring its history, sound, and how it works
We explore the history, anatomy, sound, and lasting influence of the cello, a versatile instrument that's heard across everything from classical music to pop and jazz.
Beyond Afrobeats: Mystro, LeriQ, and Dunnie dive into the movement
We spoke with Mystro, LeriQ, and Dunnie to explore the origins of Afrobeats, where the genre is at today, and where it's headed next.
Diving into the ancient sounds from Morocco
Join us as we take an in-depth look at the history, instruments, and leaders behind the ancient sounds from Drâa Valley, Morocco.
Cosmic country: What it is and why it will always be relevant
Learn about what cosmic country is, the influential musicians who've shaped it, and why the genre will continue to be relevant for the foreseeable future.