That’s the question we’re asking, answering, and passing along with podcast host/historian Charlie Harding in Ep 8 of “Themes and Variation.”
Student Spotlight: Tenuous Threads on Fighting Misinformation and Hypocrisy
In this week’s Student Spotlight, we chat with the artist behind Tenuous Threads about his new EP and his main source of lyrical inspiration.
How to Develop a Positive Working Relationship with an Engineer
Hiring the right person for the job is vital in the audio recording process. Here are some tips for developing a positive relationship.
Basic Vocal Processing in Hip-Hop Production
Taken from Soundfly’s Hip-Hop Production course, this lesson goes over basic processing and production tips for your lead vocals.
What Is Going on in This Noname Beat?
Today we try to break down the puzzling mathematics of Noname’s unquantized, Dilla-esque beat in “Sunny Duet” (Nerds unite!)
What Makes a Vocal Performance Iconic and Memorable?
That’s the question we’re asking, answering, and passing along with pop singer SIRMA in Ep. 7 of Soundfly’s podcast, “Themes and Variation.”
The 5 Best Affordable Synthesizers for Producers on a Budget
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to add power to your rig, these 5 synths will bring value to your production without the cost.
How D’Angelo Uses Funky Dominant Sevenths in “Sugah Daddy”
In this short analysis, we break down the source of D’Angelo’s funky sound, his impeccable use of dominant sevenths in spread voicings.
5 of the Best Mobile Apps for Making Music in the Moment
Whenever inspiration strikes, you want to be ready with a robust and (most importantly) fun mobile app to get your song ideas down right away.
Student Spotlight: Samuel Shih on Getting Back to Basics with “Simple Things”
Soundfly student producer Samuel Shih reflects on how his latest mentorship session helped him get back to his identity basics to create better songs.