hip-hop Archives – Soundfly

Our 10 Favorite Modern Hip-Hop Bass Lines

Bass is arguably the most important element of a hip-hop beat, so we collect 10 of our all-time favorite modern hip-hop bass lines.

The Legacy of the Akai MPC Sampler

We take a closer look at how the legacy of the Akai MPC was shaped via its own characteristic properties and history itself.

Our 11 Favorite Blogs for Discovering New Hip-Hop Tracks

The world’s favorite music genre is bound to have a ton of different websites offering their takes and their picks. We highlight 11 of our faves.

Public Enemy’s Model for Breaking “Second Album Syndrome”

Looking for a cure to the dreaded “Second Album Syndrome”? Look no further than Public Enemy’s brilliant 1988 sophomore release for answers.

2 Ways of Creating Bass Lines in Hip-Hop Beats

In this post, an excerpt of one of the lessons in Soundfly’s Hip-Hop Production course, we go over two ways to use bass lines in hip-hop beats.

How to Make Custom Slice to MIDI Presets in Ableton Live

Soundfly course producer John Hull walks us through how he creates a Slice to MIDI preset in Ableton Live so you can build your own customized version.

The Importance of Theme and Variation in Hip-Hop Beat Making

With a minimalist music style such as hip-hop, the slightest change or variation on an established musical theme can have a deep impact. Here’s how.

10 Tips for Making Your First Trap Beat

Practicing your skills as a hip-hop producer? Here’s my best advice for how to start writing trap beats to shop around with vocalists and rappers.

How to Choose the Perfect Kick Sample for Your Track

The right kick drum sound can make or break the energy of your song, and the way the rest of the instruments stand up in mixing. Here’s how to choose it.