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The Mixolydian mode: A comprehensive guide
Let’s discuss what the Mixolydian mode is, some popular songs that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.
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The Phrygian mode: A comprehensive guide
From Lil Nas X hits to Pokémon themes, the Phrygian mode has been used in an incredibly wide range of musical contexts—let's discuss what the mode is, some popular songs that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.
The Dorian mode: A comprehensive guide
Let’s discuss what the Dorian mode is, some popular songs that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.
The Lydian mode: A comprehensive guide
Let's discuss what the Lydian mode is, some popular compositions that make use of it, and how to apply it to your own music.
The music theory behind Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
In celebration of the five-year anniversary of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, explore the music theory elements behind its main theme that make your virtual campsite such a pleasant place.
Exploring the world of sound in Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Let's explore how and why the sounds of Pokémon Legends: Arceus stand uniquely apart from the series' previous installments.
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.
The history of adaptive music in video games
From Space Invaders to Super Mario Odyssey, let's take a look at video games across history that feature soundtracks shaped by adaptive music techniques.
How to design a weapon sound for video games
Let's explore the steps, techniques, and considerations that go into designing a high-quality weapon sound for video games.
How Yoko Shimomura became one of the most iconic composers in video game music
Learn about how Yoko Shimomura went from tackling her first projects to crafting the timeless soundtracks of the Kingdom Hearts series.
How procedural audio brings sounds to life in video games
We examine a few popular video games that make use of procedural audio, and discuss the benefits and tradeoffs involved with each use case.
What makes the audio of Mario Kart 8 so fantastic?
Let's discuss all of the different elements that constitute the audio design of Mario Kart 8, and what makes each one so effective.