Listening Guide: 9th Wonder
Keith Nelson Jr.
February 24, 2026
Find out how 9th Wonder helped reshape the rules of sample-based production in the 21st century with this selection of classics.
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Guided tours through the essential catalog highlights of acclaimed artists, instruments, eras, and labels.
Listening Guide: Post-Rock
Tom Wonnacott
February 20, 2026
Submerge yourself in this starting point for an experimental genre of rock music that floats, swirls, and unfolds.
Listening Guide: Ambient Music
Dusty Henry
December 5, 2025
From droning electronic pieces to spiritual soundscapes, these records offer a beautiful entry point into this immersive genre.
Listening Guide: Jazzie B and Soul II Soul
Harry Levin
September 8, 2025
Explore the pioneering Jazzie B of Soul II Soul—from bona fide classics to fresh collaborations and all points in between.
Listening Guide: Prince Paul
Keith Nelson Jr.
August 29, 2025
The legendary sonic architect shares exclusive insights about the technology and techniques behind some of his landmark productions.
Listening Guide: Yacht Rock with Tom Scott
Carolyn Shlensky
July 29, 2025
From Joni Mitchell to Steely Dan, Tom Scott reflects on unforgettable moments from iconic collaborations that shaped his career—and left a lasting impact on the musical landscape.
Listening Guide: Trip-Hop
Andy Thomas
May 1, 2025
Explore trip-hop from its early days to the current renaissance centering on a new generation of artists mining the genre’s laidback beats.
Listening Guide: Synth Pop
Stefan Wyeth
February 13, 2025
Synthesizers in music production brought about a massive cultural shift. Take a trip into this groundbreaking genre.
Listening Guide: Jim Keltner
Nate Duchene
January 24, 2025
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.
Listening Guide: Gary Numan
Ari Rosenschein
January 20, 2025
The trailblazer combined synthesizers, tight songwriting chops, and an evolving glam sci-fi image. Probe the outer limits of his discography.