Engineer Craig Alvin discusses the ins and outs of working as a recording engineer. He shares his insights on basic microphone placement, how to maintain the right atmosphere in the recording studio, how to adapt to different studios and rooms, and what it takes to become an in-demand engineer who people want to work with.
Drum & Bass Logic Course w/ Zero T, Xtrah, Data, Modified Motion & Navigator
Point Blank tutor and course developer Paul Crossman (General Midi) talks you through the new D&B course which features contributions from hot talents such as Zero T, Xtrah, Modified Motion (aka Zodiac) and MC Navigator.
Get To Know “Mike Kalombo” / SoSo Def Producer
Get to know up and coming producer Mike Kalombo and how he does what he does best!
Q&A: Getting Music Placed in Advertising
After our recent post about getting music placed in video games, we had a bunch of requests to find out also about the same process for advertising. We spoke with James Alvich from MAS (Music and Strategy) who provides a full range of solutions for brands and advertising agencies including original composition, music supervision, licensing, talent procurement, and sponsorship…
An Interview With J. Martin Lett, an Atlanta-based Music Attorney
J. Martin Lett, an Atlanta-based music attorney, talks about his career and about being a music attorney in the music industry today. J. Martin Lett is a partner with the Atlanta firm Allister/Lett, LLP. Lett specializes in entertainment law, representing labels as well as producers like Jermaine Dupri.
Report: Facebook Plays a Relatively Minor Role In Music Discovery
The industry’s addiction with likes, friends, and followers is reaching junkie status. So maybe this is a step towards recovery. Or, at least a little more balance: according to a new finding from NPD Group, social media’s role in music discovery is actually minor compared to other formats. In fact, far stodgier platforms like AM/FM…
Rico Love Accepts SESAC Songwriter Of The Year Award
Rico Love gives you a behind the scenes looks at the 2011 SESAC Awards, where he was honored with the prestigious award of Songwriter Of The Year. Featuring a video segment with Usher, and an appearance and music from Division1 artist Sofi Green. TTLO!
Q&A: Hit-Boy on ‘Ni–as in Paris’ Success & His Own Rap Career
Hit-Boy is living up to his name. The Southern California native (born Chauncey Hollis in Pasadena) co-produced “Ni**as in Paris,” the double-platinum hit from Jay-Z and Kanye West‘s “Watch the Throne.” With another West track (“Way Too Cold”) under his belt, Hit-Boy is juggling various projects including West’s upcoming solo album, a G.O.O.D. Music set, as well as…
Pensado’s Place : #54 – Producer and Engineer Ken Scott
In the 54th episode of Pensado’s Place, Dave and Herb are joined by legendary English recording engineer and producer Ken Scott. Ken has worked with such acts as The Beatles, Jeff Beck, Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Elton John, America, David Bowie, Supertramp, Devo, Missing Persons, and Kansas.
5 Non-traditional Ways to Promote Your Music
Artists tend to be creative people. We write music, create dazzling visions of art, and express sentiments in the most unique ways. However, when it comes to promoting our art, something else happens. For one reason or the other, most artists fail to express any creativity in their business endeavors. Here are five easy (non-internet)…
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