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5 Lessons I've Learned From Making Beats, Part 2

Ever since I first touched a piece of studio equipment in the 90's, I was fascinated with the process of making music. I...

How to Hide Your Music Samples in Plain Sight

The Hip Hop beats that we all hear today are nowhere near as influential as the beats of yesteryear, and for one good reason - the music industry's greed. I could go on about the industry and how producers and musicians are not able to express themselves freely as they once did. For Hip Hop produ...

6 Tips That Any Beat Maker Can Use With Social Media

Do you make beats? Do you love what you do? Then I'm assuming you want to get the word out to the masses that you're on the scene and you have music that you want people to hear. Am I right? Good. Then you must realize that in order to get the word out that you make beats, whether it's a hobby or if...

3 Ways To Keep Your Beats Fresh

Making beats and producing music is a way to express yourself like no other. Its fun, at the same time frustrating, but its also fulfilling. However, your beats could get stale real quick if not kept in check, so its always best to change things up. Here are 3 ways to keep them fresh. Its...

Stick With What You Know And Make Better Beats

I'm always on a never-ending quest to make the perfect beat, and I think deep down you are too. With all of the studio hardware and software to choose from, it can often be overwhelming to figure out what to use and what is best for your particular setup. This is why it's important to not worry a...

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