Here’s our rundown of eight of the most exciting new artistic voices in American jazz music in 2021. Enjoy!
“Synthetic Substitution”: How RJD2 Samples Soul Records
In this lesson from RJD2’s From Samples to Songs course, we explore how he approaches soul records and one cut in particular… Tune in!
It Only Takes 4 Weeks to Transform Your Songwriting With a Pro
Get 1-on-1 and tutorials, guidance, and feedback on your songwriting work from a seasoned pro: Soundfly Mentor, Charlotte Yates.
Kimbra’s 7 Different Roles for Background Vocals
In this lesson taken from Kimbra’s exclusive course on Soundfly, she breaks down the various ways her background vocals can elevate a song.
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Ep. 31 of Themes and Variation covers some hardcore guilty pleasures with Soundfly Mentor, composer, and educator, Lavender Looi.
5 Indie Music Blogs Accepting Submissions Right Now
Our focus on small, independent music blogs continues with this post collecting 5 platforms we love, currently supporting indie artists.
7 Producer-Instrumentalists Blowing the Beat Scene Wide Open RN
Is the “Producer-Instrumentalist” the future of hip-hop? It’s hard to argue with these 7 innovative, rising artists. Check them out!
How and Why to Create a “Radio Edit” Version of Your Single
Shortening, cleaning up, trimming off the intro and outro of your song; your new single might need some adjusting for top radio play.
Alternative Approaches to Songwriting When You’re Stuck
In this short lesson from our beginner-level New Songwriter’s Workshop course, we share some tips to get you brainstorming if you’re stuck.
How to Create Tensions With Your Chords
In this edition of Soundfly Basics, we run down the usefulness and potential applications of utilizing tension in your chord progressions.
Considering the Impact of NFTs on the Music Industry
A beginner’s guide to what NFTs are and how they can be used by musicians to create deep fan connections and new, lucrative revenue streams.
5 Pieces of Advice for Writing Music Grant Applications
Here are our top 5 pieces of advice for musicians seeking grant funding, and how to apply with confidence in your proposal!
The Hidden Grammar of Music
What a music theory book at age 13 taught me about how to look at chords, chord progressions and the emotions they’re capable of manifesting.
Songs in the Key of… Sweater Weather! (A Playlist)
With the seasons changing, we wanted to put together a collaborative playlist to welcome in the autumn, and cozy up in some musical sweaters.
