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    • Mixing / November 11, 2022
      Mixing

      What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)? What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)?

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    • Routines & Process / November 3, 2022
      Routines & Process

      YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience

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    • Mixing / October 21, 2022
      Mixing

      The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music

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    • Music Theory / October 12, 2022
      Music Theory

      What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys

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    Stories / April 20, 2021

    As Told By: Racial injustice told through music

    Learn about policing, the drug war, and disenfranchisement through the lyrics of Kendrick Lamar, 2Pac, Noname, and others.

    Stories / April 18, 2021
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    4 music production tips from krs.

    Veteran producer and beat maker krs. discusses some of the most important music production tips he has picked up across his career.

    Tips & Tutorials / April 13, 2021
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    The history, ingredients, and techniques behind jazz hop

    Learn about where jazz hop originated, its key characteristics, and how you can approach creating your own tracks in the genre.

    Stories / April 11, 2021
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    Terrace Martin (Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg) talks his favorite synths and makes a beat

    Terrace Martin shows us how he uses Arturia’s V Collection 8 to make music for some of the world’s biggest artists.

    Interviews / April 8, 2021
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    Yves C. Pierre on mentorship, The-Dream, and confidence | The Come Up

    ICM agent Yves C. Pierre tells us about her beginnings in the music industry, her favorite anecdotes, the importance of confidence, and more.

    Routines & Process / April 7, 2021
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    What is music copyright? Hollis breaking down the music biz

    Learn about music copyright, the two key concepts that constitute it, and why understanding how it works is pivotal to your career as a musician.

    Features / April 6, 2021
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    The evolution of production in BTS’ discography

    We explore how the changes in production trends over the course of BTS’ notable releases tie into the larger landscape of popular music.

    Features / April 5, 2021
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    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.

    Tips & Tutorials / April 3, 2021
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    5 techniques for improving your drums

    From adding flavor to hi-hat rolls to making use of foley in creative ways, we explore five music production techniques for improving our drums.

    Interviews / April 2, 2021
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    Common on the state of hip hop and his new remix contest

    Hip hop legend Common sat down with us to discuss his beginnings, his new album, where the genre is headed, and more.

    Tips & Tutorials / April 2, 2021
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    3 tips on leveling up your sampling from Boston Chery

    New York-based DJ, producer, and In Session instructor Boston Chery sat down with us to share three tips around sampling.

    Stories / March 31, 2021
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    What it means to be heard

    10 artists including Chelsea Cutler, Tayla Parx, and mxmtoon tell us about what it means to be heard.

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