Beat block: What it is and how to overcome it
Veteran producer Isaac Duarte showcases how he leverages the latest tools to find inspiration and overcome beat block.
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Zaytoven (Future, Migos) gives an exclusive tour of his studio
Zaytoven gave us an exclusive tour of his studio, sharing stories behind his favorite records, breaking down his go-to tools,...
15 ways to overcome writer’s block as a musician
We share 15 actions you can take to overcome writer's block and start creating great music again.
15 ways to overcome writer’s block as a musician
We share 15 actions you can take to overcome writer's block and start creating great music again.
40 resources for aspiring musicians
Explore these resources for aspiring musicians that can help you unlock inspiration, finish your productions, and share them with the...
Black Techno Matters Liber8: open call, new music, mixes, and events
Black Techno Matters is making its calls for liberation louder than ever. Their multi-city Juneteenth event now also includes an...
Boiler Room Syria in heavy, “overtly disobedient” sounds of diaspora
Shot back in 2022, Boiler Room Syria and Sadaa Sound Syndicate captured a moment in the diasporic Syrian music scene....
In the 90s, this astrophysicist made trippy pop from star sounds
“Who is Dr. Fiorella Terenzi? I’ll take 90s LaserDiscs for $600, Alex. Wait – back up, here’s more of Dr....
Andrius Mamontovas’ haunting “Bottled Wind” records war, week by week
Lithuanian composer and musician Andrius Mamontovas has a chillingly beautiful LP on the Ukrainian-run label I Shall Sing Until My...
Sarah Sommers’ debut is a deep journey through live sets, all in custom pink
Behind all the meticulous electric-pink customization, the debut full-length from self-identified "bimbo princess" Sarah Sommers is a return to deep,...
