Month: February 2012

Pensado’s Place: #10 – Assistant Engineering, Q+A, and Batters Box with producer James Murray

In the 10th episode of Pensado’s Place, Larabee Studio’s assistant engineers (Chris Galland, Drew Adams, and Jesus Garnica) join Dave to discuss how they became assistants and their day-to-day work. This week’s ITL is part 1 of 2 of an in-depth walk-through of how Dave uses vocal reverbs and effects!


Meet Timbaland’s Latest Protege Lyrica Anderson

Singer/songwriter Lyrica Anderson is currently in the studio working on Timbaland‘s album, Shock Value 3. Her previous writing credits include Miley Cyrus, The Jonas Brothers, and Demi Lovato. She is also releasing a new single online in the next couple of weeks as a solo artist. Listen in!


It’s Official: Sylvia Rhone to Run New Label Through Epic

It looks like L.A. Reid’s appearance at Essence magazine’s tribute to Sylvia Rhone last week was the crowning touch that many expected it to be: As predicted for months, Rhone will be getting her own label under Reid’s Epic Records, a label rep confirmed to Billboard.biz.Backbeat: Kelly Rowland, Sylvia Rhone Honored @ Essence Black Women…


Should I Attend The Mastering Session?

In this video-blog mini, Jonathan Wyner of M-Works Mastering (David Bowie, Nirvana,  and Aerosmith) answers the question – “Should I (the artist) come to the mastering session?” Listen in.


Imagine Dragons EP (New Music)

Imagine Dragons who just signed to KidinaKorner/Interscope released their EP last night. Go to iTunes right now and get their new music!


Clifton Davis Interview Songwriter for The Jackson 5

Clifton Davis who was an actor, singer, song-writer, writer, and overall performer. His 30 year had significant credits such as working as a song-writer for what used to be one of the biggest pop groups in the world The Jackson 5. Enjoy the interview.


Neo Soul Keys Electric Piano Instrument Review

Watch as we check out the Neo Soul Keys Electric Paino with the new EP library dedicated to urban and neo soul keys. Great sound and a great product.


DJ Unkut Demonstrates Traktor Native Scratch Technology

In this performance video, 2011 DMC Online Champion Unkut introduces the next step in Traktor Scratch performance: Native Scratch Technology. All scratch products by Native Instruments now contain Native Scratch technology – delivering tight, accurate performance via MK2 timecode for fully authentic vinyl feel.


Kelly Clarkson Interview (2 part video)

Video interview with popstar Kelly Clarkson. FaceCulture spoke to American singer Kelly Clarkson about making her records, styles, touring, My Life Would Suck Without You, songwriters, Kate Perry, listening to her own work, the new album All I Ever Wanted, American Idol and more.


NAMM 2012 Arturia Mini Brute Analog Synth

With the help of our friends at Sounds and Gear they check out the new 100% analog synth from Arturia called the Mini Brute. Another great product from Arturia.