Joe Hanley Creating music that captures the essence of human emotion can be challenging, especially when dealing with rigid, mechanical sounds. This article, based on a video transcript about making melodies more expressive, offers insights into the use of legato to infuse …
Introduction to Drum Velocity Drum velocity is a crucial aspect of creating dynamic and engaging drum patterns in music production. When programming drums, especially in genres like hip-hop, EDM, or pop, manipulating the velocity of each drum hit can make …
A big thanks to King Tubby, for bringing a new genre into the music scene: Dub. Dub is a genre that grew out of the reggae-filled streets of Jamaica. It was created by significantly manipulating and reshaping existing recordings while …
In the quest to create more expressive and dynamic melodies, musicians often turn to various techniques that add depth and feeling to their compositions. Alongside legato, there is another powerful tool at a composer’s disposal: the grace note. This blog …
For aspiring music producers, foundational knowledge of music theory gives you access to an amazing road map that enables you to write inspiring and relatable music. But how you learn music theory is incredibly important, and there’s no better place for a …
Play this beat yourself in our online studio. Creating a drum pattern that utilizes the complex rhythms and textures of the beloved Aphex Twin “Flim” track might seem daunting at first. However, with a step-by-step approach, it’s entirely possible to …
Have you ever wondered how music can affect your mood? How can a specific song make you want to go to the beach? How can some music calm you down or get you excited? One of the biggest contributing factors …
There’s nothing worse than a bass track and a drum track that don’t groove well together. Yet clashing bass and drum rhythms are all too common, particularly for beginners. That’s why learning how to write a bass line that locks …
A drum pattern lays the foundation for a song’s feel. To create a beat that resonanates with listeners, it’s crucial to understand the individual components that make up these patterns. Let’s delve into the primary roles of the kick, snare, …
Hard but tuneful, banging but thoughtful—Progressive House is a new breed of music that focuses on melodies and chords. During the early 1990s, the sound of rave dominated the club scene until progressive house was born. It was once considered …