Sound Behind the Song: “Need You Tonight” by INXS When that muted guitar lick comes in against those TR-707 rimshots, it feels too good not to dance. This is the tale of the INXS classic. by Jake Uitti 2 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Can You Feel It” by Mr. Fingers Starkly beautiful, “Can You Feel It” is an iconic piece of 20th-century dance music. Mr. Fingers created it solely on the JUNO-60 and TR-909. by Alexander Dias 2 mins read
Listening Guide: An Intro to MF DOOM For the uninitiated, we provide a roadmap to the formidable discography of rap’s foremost supervillain: MF DOOM. by Martin Douglas 2 mins read
Listening Guide: Jim Keltner Jim Keltner has been a go-to session drummer since the '70s. From ex-Beatles to Bob Dylan to Steely Dan, here’s a taste of the legendary player. by Nate Duchene 4 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Jam On It” by Newcleus “Jam On It” by Newcleus is a true hip-hop classic. The track is dense with groove, creative production, and lyrical panache. by Ari Rosenschein 2 mins read
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 Few Minutes with Miss Tahloulah May Ari Rosenschein Miss Tahloulah May respects hip-hop heritage while pursuing her vision. She discusses beatmaking, crate digging, and the SP-404.
Clark: A Playground of Classical and Electronic Sounds Ari Rosenschein Chris Clark’s restless musical mind leads him to fresh sonic pastures. His latest release blends modern classical with trademark textures.
Aisling Brouwer: Making Waves and Staying Composed Ari Rosenschein Aisling Brouwer scores acclaimed films and is half of AVAWAVES. She discusses her upbringing, pandemic recording, and MC-707 inspiration.
What’s Collab and How Can Musicians Use it? Collab is a new iOS app from New Product Experimentation (NPE) at Facebook that helps people make music together. Learn how to utilize it. by Ari Rosenschein 6 mins read
The Business of Music: Your Guide to DIY Publicity You've made the music, now what? A full-time music publicist teaches you how to pitch your project and get coverage—DIY style. by Kristin Robinson 4 mins read
Portugal. the Man on the PTM Coin and Artistic Currency Grammy-winning Portugal. the Man is the first band to release its own cryptocurrency, the PTM Coin. Find out how and why. by Jake Uitti 2 mins read
ARC Music Festival: House Comes Home Auris Presents shares what makes ARC Music Festival unique and how it’s grown into an unmissable event for Chicago and beyond. by Ari Rosenschein 5 mins read
Ultimate Guide to 404 Day 2025 Join the 404 Day worldwide takeover with community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and interactive demos. by Carolyn Shlensky 1 min read