Month: March 2016

Understanding Audio-to-MIDI in Logic Pro X

Logic Pro X has two primary ways to convert audio into MIDI. In this tutorial Joe Albano explores how to use the Audio-to-MIDI conversion, how flex pitch is involved and shares tricks along the way….


YouTube Acquires BandPage For $8M To Attract Musicians With Money-Making Tools

YouTube wants to win the love of musicians by solving their biggest problem: how to turn popularity into cash. So today it announced it’s acquired BandPage, a startup that helps artists show off and sell concert tickets, merchandise, and exclusive fan experiences….


J Dilla’s Long Lost LP “The Diary” Release Date & “The Introduction”

J Dilla’s company PayJay is brought back to life as a functioning imprint to release Dilla’s long lost LP, “The Diary”, set to release on April 15th in conjunction with Mass Appeal Records.  The LP will feature Madlib, Snoop Dogg, Pete Rock, more.  Here is the first single off the project, “The Introduction”, produced by House Shoes with…


DJ Khaled Signs Management Deal With Roc Nation

A month after linking with United Talent Agency in all areas, DJ Khaled continues to re-tool his team by announcing a new management deal with Roc Nation. The signing is for Khaled alone and does not include his We The Best Music Group company or roster, which includes Ace Hood and Mavado, among others….


Paid In Full: How to Get Your Company Started For Less Than A Pair Of Yeezys

Making the transition from an amateur to a professional in terms of business is as simple as earning money for your work. Once you start to earn from your craft, it makes sense to start to formalize your business, while the amounts are smaller, so you can develop good habits and prepare yourself for opportunities…


Flint Benefit Attended by Janelle Monae & More Raises $156,000

Janelle Monae performs at the #JusticeForFlint event in Flint, Michigan on Feb. 28, 2016 . Conor Ralph/The Flint Journal-MLive.com via AP A benefit for residents affected by lead-contaminated water in Flint has raised nearly $156,000. Blackout for Human Right’s #JusticeForFlint said Tuesday (March 1) about 2,000 people attended the event….