Essential Resources on the History of Punk Music
If you’re interested to learn about the storied histories of punk music, read, watch, and listen to these incredible hand-picked resources.
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A Brief Crash-Course in Hardcore Punk From Yesteryear to Today
One of the most influential genres of all time, have you heard all of these pioneering, boundary-pushing bands? Dive in… (to the mosh pit.)
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6 Mistakes to Avoid When Mixing Audio for Clients
A handy and helpful OpEd on what NOT to do when mixing audio work for clients, whether artists, brands, media syncs, or collaborators.
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What Is Pitch-Shifting and How to Use It Creatively in Your Mix
A beginner’s discussion on pitch-shifting and how you can use this process subtly to add life and movement to your mixes.
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Shelf EQ vs. Bell EQ: When and How to Use Them Both
Understanding the differences between these two types of Equalization can help you sculpt your mixes like a radio-ready professional.
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5 Experimental Electronic Artists from the Middle East You Need to Hear RN
Dive deep into this experimental world of electronic music culled from throughout the Middle East, these producers are quickly rising to the top.
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Emulating Boards of Canada’s Classic Synth Sound Without Breaking Your Bank or Brain
Boards of Canada’s classic sound is the result of some pretty rare vintage synths and hardware, but we can come close with digital options like these.
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In Defense of the 128 Kbps MP3: The Greatest Music Media Format Ever
A short essay on why we should’ve never eaten the apple of industry-approved digital music streaming, and why the low-bitrate MP3 is all we really need.
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Dr. Smooth-Song, or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Yacht Rock
The smooth groovy vibes of Yacht Rock await. Learn how songs by Steely Dan, Toto, and the Doobie Brothers function to use their ideas in your own songs!
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5 Essential Books for the Audio Engineer’s Shelf
Thinking of taking your audio recording and mixing skills to a higher level? These 5 inspiring books will help point you in the right direction!
