Month: February 2012

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. Unkut employs advanced scratching and drumming techniques using Traktor Scratch Pro…


Open Labs Live – How To Rip

Matt Presley from Open Labs, demonstrates how to rip samples from an audio source and sample them across your open labs workstation. Definitely a must learn when using Open Lab’s gear.


BLAKROC webisode 4: feat. RZA

RZA puts his hand into the BLAKROC album. Watch and he helps develop a track.


J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League Speaks on working with Mobb Deep and Producing (2 videos below)

Rook Beats & Kenny Barto of the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, talk about the track they’re working on with Mobb Deep and they’ve been working with Drake, Young Jeezy and Keyshia Cole. They also touch on the young upcoming producers. Tune in!


The Cost and Value of Mastering

In this video-blog mini, Jonathan Wyner of M-Works Mastering (David Bowie, Nirvana, Aerosmit) speaks about what to realistically expect to pay for mastering your album and budgeting for mastering.


Interview With Mega Hit Songwriter Rico Love

Rico talks about getting his start as a songwriter.  Within the music industry now you are required to be skilled in various areas. You have to be able to write songs as well as produce them. It will make you more of a difference maker.


Bruce Springsteen – “The Promise” Documentary Interview (2 video parts)

Bruce Springsteen, one of the greatest songwriters of all time, explains a time in his life where he secluded himself from the world and just wrote music. Springsteen inspired many of the hit artists today. Listen in to this very interesting interview.


NAMM 2012 Akai Max 49

Checking out the new Akai Max 49 with great pads, great keys, and some nice touch faders. Check it out!


Def Jam with Russell Simmons and Rick Rubin

Def Jam Recordings is a comprehensive history of the first major hip-hop label. Founded by Russell ‘Rush’ Simmons and Rick Rubin in 1984, the label’s first office was Rubin’s NYU dorm room. Both Simmons and Rubin have now left Def Jam to pursue successful careers in and away from music; but their creative legacy remains…


Pensado’s Place: #7 – Vocal Mixing Techniques, McDSP Plug-Ins, and Corner Office Q+A

In the 7th Episode of Pensado’s Place, Dave is joined by Colin McDowell of McDSP PlugIns and Dave talks about all things vocals including his favorite effects. Dave and Herb field viewer questions from the live chat room and e-mail. Very informative and gear related episode. Tune in!