How RJD2 Builds Ideas Into Tracks (Video)
In this post courtesy of From Samples to Songs, RJD2 breaks down his thought processes for turning sampled idea kernels into full songs.
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The Origins of Hip-Hop Production (Video)
Courtesy of his course on Soundfly, drummer and producer Charles Burchell expounds on the origins and legacy of hip-hop music production.
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10 Years of ‘Hot Cheetos and Takis,’ and Why You Should Care
You’re probably familiar with the YouTube sensation “Hot Cheetos and Takis.” Now, learn the backstory about the kids who created it.
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How to Add a Nostalgic Touch to Your Lo-Fi Music
From sampling crackling vinyl, to tape saturated drum sounds, to jazzy melodies and chords, lo-fi hip-hop beats make us think of our past.
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2021’s Breakout Songs That Nobody Saw Coming
Here’s our list of our favorite breakout pop songs of 2021, can you claim to have listened to all of these artists?
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RJD2’s Journey From MPC to Studio, Student to Teacher
Borrowed from our friends at Reverb.com, this interview with producer RJD2 tracks his progress from student of the MPC to Soundfly teacher.
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What Is Your Favorite Song By an Artist’s “Alter Ego?”
In Ep. 37 of Themes and Variation, we chat about famed musical alter egos and welcome the return of one of our favorite guests!
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4 Classic Breakbeats That Changed Hip-Hop History
We take a closer look at 4 of the most sampled breakbeats in history, and the hip-hop songs they’ve contributed to influentially.
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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!
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8 Musicians Redefining the Sound of Jazz in 2021
Here’s our rundown of eight of the most exciting new artistic voices in American jazz music in 2021. Enjoy!
