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  • Harrison Shimazu

    Harrison Shimazu is a music composer, content strategist, and writer who's passionate about democratizing music creation and education. He leads the Splice blog.

    Music Theory / November 15, 2019
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    The most important chord progression in Pokémon

    In this article, let’s take a look at the I – bVII – I chord progression, and how some of Pokémon’s most important themes are centered around it.

    Features / November 6, 2019
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    The top 20 video game soundtracks of all time

    We present you the top 20 video game soundtracks of all time, including everything from the classics to some deeper cuts.

    Routines & Process / November 1, 2019
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    Write a song that emphasizes one repeated note | Songwriting Club

    Write a song that emphasizes one repeated note to get your creative juices flowing, and share your work to receive feedback from your peers.

    Stories / November 1, 2019
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    Steve Aoki gives us an inside look into his studio and creative ethos

    Steve Aoki takes us on a tour of his studio while sharing production ethos, favorite synths, and approach to collaboration.

    Tips & Tutorials / October 18, 2019
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    Spinnin’ Records on how to create a big room house track

    Spinnin’ Records walk through a few techniques for producing big room house tracks, from creating clean kicks to designing larger-than-life synths.

    Tools / October 15, 2019
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    How to use Audiaire’s Nuxx

    Learn how you can use Nuxx’s unique combination of macros and parameter sequencers to take your sound design to the next level.

    Stories / October 15, 2019
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    Fuego on his remixes and bridging Latin and American music

    Fuego recently dropped by our studio to create some music and spoke on what motivates him to create his Spanish remixes.

    Interviews / October 9, 2019

    Hwang Hyun and G-high of MonoTree (EXO, Girls’ Generation) on the defining elements of K-pop

    MonoTree’s Hyun Hwang and G-high discuss the defining elements of K-pop, their approach to music production, and their new sample packs.

    Tools / October 7, 2019

    Ebonie Smith on what Hamilton and music production have in common

    What similarities do Hamilton and approaching an unmastered mix share?

    Mastering / October 3, 2019

    How to master your music with iZotope’s Ozone 9 Advanced

    Let’s explore three new modules in iZotope’s Ozone 9 Advanced and learn how they can elevate your mastering workflow.

    Mixing / October 3, 2019

    How to mix your music with iZotope’s Neutron 3 Advanced

    Let’s explore two new modules in iZotope’s Neutron 3 Advanced and learn how they can elevate your mixing workflow.

    Routines & Process / September 25, 2019

    How to create a band name geared towards SEO and Google rankings

    Explore three SEO tips that will help you come up with an artist / DJ / band name that’s easy for fans to find on Google.

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