It’s not necessarily something you notice unless it’s pointed out to you (unless you’re a musician) that the beat sometimes makes the song. Obviously, the beat plays a crucial role in most music, but it’s not always the centerpiece, and it’s not always accentuated either. The following songs, on the other hand? Well, they all…
Trap, but darker and grimier. Drill music is often ominous, aggressive, intense, and lyrically violent. The musical style, not surprisingly, is characterized by abrasive, unsettling, and impactful sounds. If you’re an expert sound designer, you may know how to dial in your drill tones. Otherwise, you’re going to need the right tools to get the…
Studio One is a popular Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), and an excellent one at that. The full featured DAW comes with a full suite of effects and virtual instruments, all of them competent, many of them very good. But the need to upgrade will probably arrive sooner than later as you look to augment your…
If you want to get up and running fast, presets make a big difference. When it comes right down to it, many producers, and songwriters, sometimes value quality presets with VST plugins over other criteria like sound quality or ease of use. So, in this guide, we’ll be looking at the VST plugins with the…
Today’s top 40 country probably has more in common with pop and southern rock than it does with its much twangier roots. That doesn’t change production techniques for the most part, though, because country music has a distinctive and identifiable sound that artists become known for and fans love. That means you still need the…
Many inexperienced filmmakers think all they need to do is capture the audio for the scenes they’re filming and later insert it into their footage in post-production. Oh, if it were only that easy! The truth is getting the right voice sound for your film, or for that matter, podcast, audiobook, or radio show usually…
When it comes to playing the saxophone, accessories are more important than you might think, and that includes mouthpieces! Mouthpieces are made of a variety of materials, like plastic, rubber, and crystal, and their quality varies significantly depending on brand and make. In this guide, we look at the best alto saxophone mouthpieces.
Are you looking for a mouthpiece replacement for your baritone saxophone? Are you ready for a major upgrade? Looking to try a new model? No matter the scenario, you’ve come to the right place, because in this guide, we look at an array of baritone saxophone mouthpieces, from beginner, budget friendly options, all the way…
Americana, folk, country, bluegrass, the blues. Even rock! The resonator guitar has been in use for longer than the electric guitar. Its innovative design had a lot to do with achieving more projection. This aspect of the resonator was made less of a concern with the introduction of amplifiers and microphones, but it still matters…
Being a guitarist, it’s always a joy to have plenty of effects pedals to play with. What isn’t so fun is having to lug every piece of gear around between rehearsals and gigs. Technological advancements have allowed for multi effects pedals to be quite useful in these situations. These pedals offer professional-grade sounds and certainly…
Time for a new soprano saxophone mouthpiece? Looking for a replacement to a stock or beginner product? Need a backup? Want a major upgrade? No matter what you might be looking for, if a mouthpiece is what you need, you’re in the right place. In this guide, we’ve compiled the best soprano saxophone mouthpieces, so…
Chicago is a major music center, having birthed house music, gospel music, modern jazz, and urban blues. Even today, its music scene is alive and well with indie rock, experimental, hip-hop, classical, and more. The Chicago Metropolitan Area has a population of nearly 10 million, and it’s situated on the south end of the enormous…
Texas has a lot going for it in terms of music. Austin, for example, is the live music capital of the world. Houston, meanwhile, isn’t considered one of the best music cities in the world, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get some recording done. After all, the greater Houston metropolitan area is home to…
I’m not going to beat around the bush. The best xylophone songs for beginners are children’s songs like “Hot Cross Buns,” Christmas songs like “Jingle Bells,” and familiar classical numbers like “Ode to Joy.” That said, you can play just about any riff or melody you want on the xylophone, so I’ve picked out some…
The banjo’s association with traditional, country, bluegrass, and rockabilly music is strong, and these are the musical styles where you’ll hear it being played most. In this guide, though, you’ll find a mix of traditional and modern songs featuring the banjo. Yes, the banjo can work quite well in pop and rock contexts too. Best…