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The Warehouse: The gay club where house music got its name
Our Pride Month celebration continues with an exploration of the Warehouse, a club in Chicago that birthed house music.
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The Continental Baths: The gay bathhouse that birthed electronic music legends
In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, we’re exploring a handful of renowned venues that impacted electronic music, starting with the Continental Baths.
The impact of delay (audio effect)
Let's overview the key principles behind delay and explore how it has shaped music over the years.
Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz’ “Who U Wit” | One Shots
In this entry of One Shots, we explore the ubiquitous "Hi" sample from Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz' "Who U Wit."
The Roland M-DC1’s “Aaaah! (169)” sample | One Shots
In this entry of One Shots, we explore the ubiquitous vocal sample from the Roland M-DC1 and its influence on the likes of Zaytoven, Nelly, and Travis Scott.
Quincy Jones’ “Ironside” | One Shots
In this second entry of One Shots, we explore the ubiquitous siren sample from Quincy Jones' "Ironside."
Lyn Collins’ “Think (About It)” | One Shots
In this first entry of One Shots, we explore the ubiquitous samples originally heard in Lyn Collins' 1972 single “Think (About It).”
Ma Dukes on her son Jay Dee (aka J Dilla) living through music
"The Fantastic Sounds of Jay Dee AKA J Dilla" would not be possible were it not for Ma Dukes’ graceful participation - watch and read our interview with the matriarch of the Jay Dee legacy.
Killiam Shakespeare on Jay Dee (aka J Dilla)’s eclectic taste
Corey and Steve of Killiam Shakespeare, the experimental-jazz-soul collective from Philly, speak on Jay Dee (aka J Dilla)’s cross-genre influences.
88-Keys on meeting Jay Dee (aka J Dilla) for the first time
A legend in his own right, 88-Keys speaks to us about meeting Jay Dee (aka J Dilla) for the first time, creating his companion pack, and more.
Cam O’bi on what Jay Dee (aka J Dilla) taught him about making beats
Producing beats equally soulful, introspective, and groovy, Cam O'bi speaks to us about Jay Dee and what he learned from him.
Jayda G on Jay Dee (aka J Dilla)’s heartfelt touch
Canadian DJ and producer Jayda G shares how Jay Dee (aka J Dilla)'s work has influenced hers.