Month: January 2012

Pro Tools 9 Training Tutorial

January 27, 2012
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This is a sample clip from the highly anticipated Pro Tools 9….

Big-league Beatmakers on Maschine

January 27, 2012
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Some of America’s top beatmakers – Henny and Dow Jones from Tha Bizness, Dready, Che Pope and DJ Numark – describe how the latest free Maschine update has changed their way of making music.

Don Passman Names Four Key Members Of A Successful Artist’s Team

January 27, 2012
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Don Passman names the key players in the team of a successful artist. You may recognize Don Passman from his book, All You Need To Know About The Music Business. I recommend you buy a copy of his book for your personal collection.

Skrillex Interview

January 27, 2012
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Skrillex explains his love for music and how the events unfolded for him to come into the spotlight. Listen in.

Steve Albini Talks About The Ramones

January 27, 2012
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Albini estimates that he has engineered the recording of 1,500 to 2,000 albums, mostly by rather obscure musicians. More prominent artists that Albini has worked with include Nirvana, The Pixies, and Bush.

Business Never Personal with Steve Rifkind

January 27, 2012
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SRC’s Founder Steve Rifkind (who also founded and is chairman of Loud Records), he also is associated with artists such as Wu Tang Clan, Mobb Deep, and Akon. Here he talks about growing up in the music business, where he feels the music industry failed, his opinions on Napster and Facebook, Odd Future, and more.

Noah “40″ Shebib On Working With Drake And Lil Wayne

January 27, 2012
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Get More: Music News Noah “40″ Shebib explains his working relationship with Lil Wayne from a business and creative standpoint. He says that the Young Money CEO has 100% trust in their creative direction. These are the types of relationships and trust you need to learn.

In Studio With George Massenburg

January 27, 2012
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In the video we go inside the studio with mastermind George Massenburg. In these videos he demonstrates how he mixes drums, brass, lead vocals, guitar, organ, and the control room . His work includes recordings of James Taylor, Billy Joel, Toto, and Journey. This is a great learning tool for you guys.

SideChain a Bassline in Logic Pro 9

January 26, 2012
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This tutorial teaches you how to create a real nice bassline using the SideChain function of Logic Pro 9. Basic concepts for aspiring producers and engineers. Listen in!

9TH WONDER INTERVIEW: The Art of Sampling

January 26, 2012
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Hip Hop producer 9th Wonder talks to about the art of sampling and why producers that sample are misunderstood by older generations. He also talks about working with Wale and David Banner. He explains why putting your face out there is so important now in an age where music is seen before it’s heard.