The Tech House Story It’s been a long journey for the tech house genre. We trace its history and development from the earliest days to the present. by Harold Heath 8 mins read
Inside the Japanese Beat Scene The lo-fi sound and aesthetic have deep roots in Japan. Dive into the colorful subculture with the Japanese beat scene's key players. by Nick Dwyer 18 mins read
Listening Guide: 1980s Hip-Hop The 1980s were a pivotal time in hip-hop’s development. Listen to these ten songs that helped define the decade. by Kyle Eustice 4 mins read
Listening Guide: Jazzie B and Soul II Soul Explore the pioneering Jazzie B of Soul II Soul—from bona fide classics to fresh collaborations and all points in between. by Harry Levin 4 mins read
Listening Guide: Aughts Hip-Hop In hip-hop history, the early 2000s represent the point when the genre began to have fun. Explore these standout tracks of the era. by Christine Ochefu 4 mins read
A Few Minutes with Scanner: Pursuing Immersive Sound Andrew Emil Robin “Scanner” Rimbaud explores many genres—from avant-garde to accessible. Find out how he’s gone from tape recorders to art institutions.
A Few Minutes with Gattobus: From Roland Fan to Family SIRMA Gattobus received his first Roland keyboard at 16. Find out how he became a sound designer for the SYSTEM-8, FANTOM, JUPITER-X, and others.
A Few Minutes with Rance Dopson: Visionary Dreamer Ari Rosenschein As a founder of 1500 Sound Academy, multi-instrumentalist/producer/writer Rance Dopson uses his experience to help young musicians grow.
A Few Minutes with Rarelyalways: Manic Expression Ari Rosenschein Rarelyalways opens up about his eclectic influences, the unpredictable ways inspiration strikes, and how he sometimes denies his identity.
A Few Minutes with Mndsgn: Expanding Possibilities Kat Bein Mndsgn has spent over a decade exploring inner truths as danceable moods. Find out why creating his latest was such a rare artistic pleasure.
Jacknife Lee: Studio Adventures and Philosophy Ari Rosenschein Jacknife Lee has produced U2, REM, The Killers, Snow Patrol, and more. Still, his hunger for innovation means he never rests on his laurels.
A Few Minutes with MARNIK: Educating the Dancefloor Ari Rosenschein Italian duo MARNIK discusses ’90s inspiration, all-star collaboration, and how their V-MODA headphones can withstand a meteorological event.
Noga Erez: From Tel Aviv with Authenticity Clint Ward With sophomore LP, KIDS, Noga Erez and Ori Rousso completed a three-year journey. The record overflows with evocative vocals and production.
Frank McNulty: A Family’s Musical Journey Ari Rosenschein Music keeps us young and brings families together. Frank McNulty and his daughter Jules talk about influences, upbringing, and Roland pianos.
Remembering Ras G, Legendary L.A. Producer Gino Sorcinelli We celebrate Ras G, the legendary producer, DJ, and label co-founder who released 24 albums and mixtapes in his too-brief career.
A Wellness Primer for Musicians There are specific things musicians can do to foster wellness and stay creative, despite the challenges we all face right now. by Benjamin Heywood 2 mins read
Inside the Usher Las Vegas Residency IZ and Bobby Avila and Aaron Spears take us behind the scenes of what it takes to put together the mammoth Usher Las Vegas residency. by Ari Rosenschein 5 mins read
Careers in Music: Megan McDuffee on Scoring for Games Award-winning composer Megan McDuffee reveals how she broke into video game scoring, sharing plenty of tips along the way. by Danny Turner 5 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
What Yoga Can Teach a 2020 Musician In times of many challenges, musicians can learn a great deal by implementing the fundamental philosophies of yoga practice. by Arielle Silver 2 mins read