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How Memphis rap created phonk
Learn about what phonk music is, explore its origins in Memphis rap, and dive into recent variants such as drift phonk and phonk house.
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How does the theremin work? The instrument you never touch
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12 challenges to level up your music production skills
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New on Splice: Create mode updates, better search, and more
We’ve recently made a few improvements that we hope will make Splice an even more inspiring place to start your musical creations.
The best sampling software (VSTs and apps) in 2024
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The world of music will continue to expand and morph at the speed of human thought—we’re listening, and we’re working hard to keep pace with your creativity.
4 producers celebrate their South Asian roots through music
Hear Nikitaa, Ikky, Chitra, and Leo Kalyan share their stories and sounds that celebrate their South Asian roots.