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Breaking down 3 hit tracks produced by OZ (Drake, G-Eazy)
We examine tracks by G-Eazy, Drake, and Lil Baby that OZ had a hand in and break down how he applies different sides of his musicality to best serve each artist.
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The 3 levels of sampling (beginner to pro)
We go over a brief history of sampling and then dive straight into the three levels of complexity that exist within the process today.
Making beats with iconic video game sound effects
We sample ten iconic video game sound effects and flip them into tracks in FL Studio, Bitwig, and Ableton Live.
How to make a pop beat in 10 minutes
Get a firsthand look into the basics of arranging pop rhythms, chord progressions, and basslines in Logic Pro.
Audio-tactile synesthesia: Can you feel what I hear?
We dive into one person's experience of audio-tactile synesthesia, discussing what it's like to live with it and how it can color the creative process.
Tainy, Taiko, and Kat Dahlia on the origins of reggaeton
Tainy, Taiko, and Kat Dahlia dive even deeper into the origins of reggaeton, where it stands today, and where it's headed tomorrow.
Beyond reggaeton: Artists share how the genre shaped new sounds and styles
Tainy, Lao Ra, Taiko, and Erick Bardales tell us about the role reggaeton has played throughout their personal and creative lives and how they see the genre evolving.
4 lessons on sound design from Wave Racer
Melbourne-based producer Wave Racer shares four key lessons around sound design and creativity.
How Meek Mill’s “Sharing Locations (feat. Lil Baby & Lil Durk)” was made
Producers Nick Papz and Xander give us an exclusive inside look into how the beat for Meek Mill's "Sharing Locations (feat. Lil Baby & Lil Durk)" was constructed.
3 tips for writing authentic songs from Rynn
Veteran singer-songwriter Rynn (NBC, R3HAB) shares three key songwriting lessons she’s gathered across her career.
Oliver on 3 qualities that make a great sample pack
Veteran producer Oliver shares his thoughts around three qualities that go into making a standout sample pack.
Oliver on his most iconic loops, new sounds, and Doja Cat’s “Say So”
Oliver sat down with us to discuss how he constructs loops, his latest sample pack, the drums in Doja Cat's "Say So," and more.