Kris Bowers is an Academy Award®-winning filmmaker and an Emmy, GRAMMY, and Oscar-nominated composer and pianist. The mind behind the genre-defying scores for projects including The Wild Robot, Green Book, King Richardand Netflix’s BridgertonBowers is renowned for his distinctive blend of classical and jazz traditions with a storyteller’s sensibilities. In celebration of […]
Legendary Composer Kris Bowers’ Studio Tour – Blog Read Post »
Few have shaped the sonic palette of modern pop and electronic music like Oliver. Whether it’s through his solo releases, songwriting and production work alongside the likes of Kim Petras, Katy Perry, and Chromeo, or his acclaimed Power Tools sample packs, Oliver delivers sounds that simultaneously feel timeless and forward-thinking. “My sound is deeply rooted
Oliver Interview: Production Tips, Sample Placements, & More – Blog Read Post »
Brodinski is a French DJ and producer who has influenced an entire generation of Parisian clubbers and Atlanta rappers. As the principal resident of Paris’ Social Club in the late 2000s, he stood at the center of a bustling scene that birthed the likes of DJ Mehdi, Gesaffelstein, Ed Banger Records, and his own label,
Brodinski Interview: Sonic Identity, Production Techniques, & More – Blog Read Post »
Chromeo and A-Trak are long-time collaborators, sharing production credits and festival stages while fusing sounds spanning funk, electro, disco, house, and beyond. What many listeners may not realize is that Chromeo’s Dave 1 and A-Trak are also siblings who perform together as The Brothers Macklovitch—a connection that adds another layer to their effortless creative chemistry.
Chromeo & A-Trak Interview: Creative Toolkits, Collaboration, & More – Blog Read Post »
Shinju is a German producer who’s a household name across SoundCloud’s underground rap and beat scenes. In addition to working alongside the likes of Lil Uzi Vert, SahBabii, Black Kray, and Bktherula, shinju is also known and beloved by the music creator community for his Serum preset banks. In celebration of the release of his
Shinju Interview: Serum Sound Design, the Art of Imperfections, and More – Blog Read Post »
What is drum and bass music? Drum and bass, often abbreviated as DnB, D&B, or drum ‘n’ bass, is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in the UK in the early ’90s as an evolution of rave, hardcore, and jungle music. It’s named for its two key elements: fast breakbeat drums and deep
What is Drum and Bass Music? History, Artists, and Subgenres – Blog Read Post »
To understand the differences between house vs. techno music, we have to first examine their unique origins and innovators. While these two pillar genres of electronic dance music share common ancestry, they developed at slightly different times and places. Let’s dive right in! Origins of house vs. techno House music Let’s start with house music.
House vs. Techno: Key Differences Explained – Blog Read Post »
Before diving into cool jazz, it’s important to remember that jazz is Black American music. If you haven’t yet read our article on jazz music, it might make sense to start there first, since this piece builds on the foundation established in that one. It was born in the early 20th century in New Orleans,
What is Cool Jazz? Artists, History, and Characteristics – Blog Read Post »
Martyn Bootyspoon is a Montreal-based producer and DJ who seamlessly weaves house, ghettotech, electro, grime, and R&B influences into his music. One of North America’s most singular dance artists, he has released on Fool’s Gold, Future Classic, and LuckyMe, and is a force behind the decks, putting on bold sets with an absurdist narrative flair.
Martyn Bootyspoon Interview: Ghettotech, Dance Mania, and More – Blog Read Post »
