A Few Minutes with Mark Pritchard The prolific UK producer discusses Roland gear, mysterious vinyl releases, and collaborating with Thom Yorke and Jonathan Zawada. by Andy Thomas 6 mins read
A Few Minutes with Death in Vegas From genre-blending origins to raw, emotional techno, Death in Vegas charts Richard Fearless' singular sonic journey through a vintage lens. by Danny Turner 6 mins read
A Few Minutes With Elmiene The 25-year-old British singer-songwriter behind one of R&B's most buzzed-about debuts traces his gossamer sound to the vintage synth that defined a generation. by Keith Nelson Jr. 5 mins read
A Few Minutes with Molchat Doma From '80s synthwave to '90s synth rock, Belarusian post-punk trio Molchat Doma reveals the gear that makes the group tick. by Danny Turner 6 mins read
Artists at Home: Mr. Tuna in the Studio Mr. Tuna is a synth master from British Columbia whose converted barn serves as his studio. His social media savvy makes him an online star. by Lis Di Angelo 5 mins read
Listening Guide: Post-Rock Tom Wonnacott Submerge yourself in this starting point for an experimental genre of rock music that floats, swirls, and unfolds.
Sound Behind the Song: “Nightclubbing” by Iggy Pop Ari Rosenschein Find out how David Bowie and Iggy Pop created a slapback-saturated swing that takes the listener on a hazy nighttime stroll through Berlin.
The Legacy of the R-8 Human Rhythm Composer in Mexico Jorge Medina Martínez Explore the enduring influence of the R-8 Human Rhythm Composer on a host of musical styles in Mexico, a land of deep tradition.
Listening Guide: Ambient Music Dusty Henry From droning electronic pieces to spiritual soundscapes, these records offer a beautiful entry point into this immersive genre.
Sound Behind the Song: “Radio Ga Ga” by Queen Stefan Wyeth Here’s how the 1984 Queen single flipped the script on their musical direction, ushering in a new wave of success for the group.
Down with NFTs: Monetize Your Music NFTs are intersecting with the music industry in dramatic ways. Find out the many ways non-fungible tokens can help boost your career. by Kirsten Spruch 5 mins read
A Musician’s Guide to TikTok Success Anyone has the chance to go viral on TikTok. All it takes is attention-grabbing content, strategic hashtags, and some luck. by SIRMA 4 mins read
5 Ways Musicians Can Take a Screen Break We’re spending more time than ever in front of computers and need a screen break. It can feel like we’re bouncing between platforms all day. by Ari Rosenschein 2 mins read
Careers in Music: Scoring Tips from Eight Composers The unique paths to success of these eight composers offer valuable strategies for newcomers and veterans alike. by SIRMA 8 mins read
Skin Deep: Art of the SP-404 Overlay and Beyond Welcome to the world that’s grown around SP-404 custom skins and beyond. Get lost in the art and hear from the creators in their own words. by Ari Rosenschein 7 mins read