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Writer's Block? Revisit Your Old Material
The more we do something, the better we get at it. That’s no secret, and the craft of songwriting is no different. But what is to become of those early lyrics we’ve all jotted down and stashed away in a drawer?
By Kyle Foster8 years ago in Beat
Custom Bass Tones in 10 Steps
Reason is an efficient music production program consisting of several varieties of fundamental synthesizers sequencers and samplers.
By Niall LM8 years ago in Beat
Understanding Audio Limiting
In this series of articles, I am going to explain in depth the processes of several music production tools and effects, such as compression, EQ, limiting, reverb, delay, dithering and more.
By The Nordic Witch8 years ago in Beat
Finding Your Own Music History
Music is a loser's game. Those of you who have tried to keep up with new releases both niche and popular, never mind checking out old records, will know what I’m talking about. You’ll be listening to albums like it’s your job, trying to build an understanding of each record in under two listens before tossing it aside for the new Taylor Swift album you probably weren’t even excited for anyway, and at the end of a night of intense listening you’ll come away with naught but a sensation that you’ve wasted your time, and what is time anyway, and we’re all going to die eventually so let’s just put on Kendrick Lamar and chill out for a hot minute.
By Henry M8 years ago in Beat
Understanding Audio Compression
In this series of articles, I am going to explain in depth the processes of several music production tools and effects, such as compression, limiting, reverb, delay, dithering and more.
By The Nordic Witch8 years ago in Beat
5 Things I've Learnt About Writing Music
I have been involved in the process of writing music for only a few years now and have learnt in that time to fully appreciate how difficult it can be to write something that reflects you and how to make a song that people will like. Writing music can be one of the most difficult things you’ll ever do. You are battling yourself and your own creativity to craft something that never existed before you began. It is also one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. It is with this in mind that I have decided to share some key lessons I have learnt along the way to get the best out of my abilities.
By Nick Jackman8 years ago in Beat
An Introduction to Composing Music for Film, TV & Other Visuals
Contents Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 2 - Plotting Chapter 3 - Musical Forces Chapter 4 - Theory Chapter 5 - Software
By Jack Corky Corcoran8 years ago in Beat
Essential Exercises for Electric Bass
Learning a new instrument can be very discouraging to anyone who is just picking up an instrument for the first time. It is crucial that anyone beginning their studies of a musical instrument learns proper technique in order to avoid injury and to allow them to learn how to do anything they want to on that instrument. Good technique is the foundation for learning anything and is the best place to start learning an instrument.
By Beth McPherson8 years ago in Beat
How to Sing (Without Really Trying)
If you're a long time fan of Broadway, you're likely ecstatic about the buzz surrounding the revival of The Phantom of the Opera. Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Love Never Dies" reconnects audiences with the Phantom's everlasting passion for Christine as he lures her to Coney Island to perform for him ten years following the setting of the original movie. With her husband and young son Gustave at her side, she ventures to face what we recognize to be the demons (or demon) from the couple's past.
By emcue8 years ago in Beat
5 Things I've Learnt from My First Three Months of Touring
Since the beginning of March, I've been on a UK tour with a Northern Soul Band called "The Signatures." It has been one of the best experiences of my career, but it has also had its challenges and various valuable lessons.
By Gary Cunningham8 years ago in Beat
How to Freestyle Rap for Beginners
Freestyle rap is a battle to conquer on its own, and even some the most musically talented people in the world cannot get a handle on it.
By Adrian Scott8 years ago in Beat
How to Fail as a Singer/Songwriter
1. Need a band. It’s really hard when you can’t just do music accompaniment by yourself because singing/writing is your strong point and playing instruments is not. You have to remember though that for anyone playing with you: it’s their music and time too (unless you or a record label are paying enough to give you the creative control). Still, it’s harder to keep musicians involved that aren’t creatively invested and just feel like human instruments. If you want others involved, you have to be a team player.
By Anomie Fatale8 years ago in Beat