The Benefits of Biomusic: Challenging the Boundaries of Sound If music has no boundaries, why does its genesis usually occur within four walls? Biomusic is rooted in non-human sounds. by Jason Heffler 3 mins read
Matt Workman: Behind Drummer XR and Cine Tracer Drummer XR blends drumming, green screen, and mixed-reality professional Matt Workman's immersive 3D world-building chops. by Ari Rosenschein 6 mins read
5G and the Cloud Move Gaming Online The video game industry is moving ever closer to cloud storage, digital distribution, and other online possibilities. by Jordan Blum 3 mins read
Tone Explorer: Technology Preview for GALAXIAS Tone Explorer is a technology preview from Roland Future Design Lab, made available for music creators to try as a GALAXIAS Labs Experiment. by Roland Future Design Lab 4 mins read
Batteries Sometimes Included: 4 Music Tech Innovations The intersection of music and technology has always been a space for happy accidents. In that pioneering spirit, we bring you this short list of musical innovations. by Ari Rosenschein 2 mins read
Winter Blanket: A Cozy and Comforting Indie Playlist Kirsten Spruch Our holiday season this year will be different than any other. This cozy winter playlist features comforting songs to make it easier.
The Business of Music: Your Guide to DIY Publicity Kristin Robinson You’ve made the music, now what? A full-time music publicist teaches you how to pitch your project and get coverage—DIY style.
How Octapadist Became an Occupation in India Ari Rosenschein Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you’ll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word.
What Yoga Can Teach a 2020 Musician Arielle Silver In times of many challenges, musicians can learn a great deal by implementing the fundamental philosophies of yoga practice.
The Business of Music: Simple Ways to Polish Your Brand Arielle Silver Through social media, our personal and artistic lives bleed into each other. What does this mean for musicians developing their branding?
The Business of Music: DIY Booking Tips Emily Twombly Can’t find a scene in your area? Create one yourself. These tips from veteran booker Emily Twombly will kickstart your DIY journey.
A Musician’s Guide to TikTok Success SIRMA Anyone has the chance to go viral on TikTok. All it takes is attention-grabbing content, strategic hashtags, and some luck.
Label to Genre: What is PC Music? Eric Shorey Founded by A. G. Cook, PC Music is a label that spawned an entire genre, garnering widespread notoriety in the process.
Instagram Reels: How Are Musicians Using Them? Kirsten Spruch Instagram introduced a new feature called Reels to create and discover short, entertaining videos. Learn how artists can utilize it.
Crowdfunding and How I Raised $26,000 Arielle Silver When I launched my first crowdfunding campaign, I had only seven Spotify followers. The project raised over $26,000 for my project.
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
Sound Behind the Song: “Scream” by Mantronix Mantronix mixed Kraftwerk's experimental feel with the warmth of Grandmaster Flash. "Scream" remains a landmark electro-funk hip-hop mashup. by Kristin Robinson 1 min read
Gorillaz at 20: The Story of the Virtual Band’s Debut The cartoon quartet’s eponymous debut blurred lines between multi-genre music and art. Learn about Gorillaz's history and ongoing influence. by Jordan Blum 2 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Buffalo Stance” by Neneh Cherry A “Buffalo Stance” is to stand with arms crossed, looking sideways. It's also the name of a 1989 hit by Swedish-born, UK-bred artist, Neneh Cherry. by Ari Rosenschein 3 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Drunk in Love” by Beyoncé The Roland TR-808, used on Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s alluring 2013 hit, “Drunk In Love,” is an essential bed upon which to create a masterpiece. by Jake Uitti 2 mins read