TL;DR Theory: Diatonic Minor Chords
This TL;DR Music Theory post explains diatonic minor chords and why the harmonic minor scale comes into play. As mentioned earlier, “diatonic” refers to notes in a key. If we play a scale with diatonic chords, there are certain chord qualities that we must follow to be in key. For a more in depth explanation, check […]
Music Theory: The TL;DR Version (2024)
For too long the EDM world has overlooked music theory, or only superficially skimmed the surface. So I made this guide – a comprehensive, in-depth look at music theory and how it applies to electronic music production. I’ve made posts as concise as digestible as possible. In other words, this is Music Theory: The TL;DR […]
How Important is Music Theory in EDM Production?
Is it necessary to learn music theory if you want to make electronic music? Most producers avoid it because it sounds boring. They want to get on with actually producing music. But what if music theory could help you make more unique and memorable songs? What if it could help you achieve a more unique […]
Arpeggiator: Secret Tricks to Create Stunning Arps 🎼
Arpeggiators are one of the best tools to create beautiful melodies. Because let’s face it: writing melodies is hard. At its core, arpeggios are simply notes from a chord played consecutively. Sounds pretty simple right? However, modern DAWs and MIDI keyboards bring them a step further. All you need is a chord progression to create […]
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Formant Shifting: Why You Should Use It On Every Vocal Sample
Formant shifting is an extremely powerful tool. At the turn of a knob, it can turn dull vocal samples into something exciting. If you’ve never experimented with formant shifting, then this is the guide for you. Together, we are going to look at: Let’s get started! 👇 What is Formant Shifting? 🤔 Before diving deeper […]
Soothe2 – How To Instantly Clean Up A Muddy Mix ⌛
If you’re struggling with muddy mixes, Soothe2 might be your savior. In a nutshell, Soothe2 identifies problematic resonances and applies gain reduction automatically. Need to give your vocals more clarity? Too much muddiness in your bass? This is what Soothe2 was made for! Although it might sound complex, the process is surprisingly straightforward. In this […]
Music Production Schools: Our Best 13 Picks for 2024
If you want to learn music production or DJing, chances are you’re looking at attending a school or course for music production. The issue is that you can very easily waste this learning opportunity on some expensive school that doesn’t get you the results you’re after. They teach you vague concepts without applying them. They […]
How to Start a Song? 9 Proven Tricks to Get You Off the Ground
Wondering how to start a song? Believe it or not, this is not a topic reserved for beginners. Actually, knowing different ways to start a song can make sure you never run out of inspiration. True, there are a million different ways to start a song. However, some a definitely more common than others. In […]
How to Make Synthwave? 7 Need-To-Know Techniques 🎵
Want to learn how to make Synthwave? I get it – Synthwave was actually one of the first genres that attracted me to music production. Maybe you’ve tried producing Synthwave in the past? But got stuck somewhere? Then this guide is for you! Synthwave can be hard to nail down properly. It’s a very coded […]
How to Make Phonk: 7 Easy, Need-To-Know Steps
How to make Phonk has been one of the most common requests from our students. And I can understand why. It’s the most popular genre at the minute on TikTok and Instagram. But where does Phonk music come from? And more importantly, how do you make it? That’s what we’ll cover in this guide on […]
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Remix Contest: 11 Places to Find Every Single Remix Competition
Entering a remix contest is an important milestone for every aspiring producer. Sure, it might be stressful. You’ve got the pressure of the deadline. And you don’t know if your remix will hold up against other entries. But in my opinion, there is a LOT to learn from entering remix contests. That’s why I’ve put […]
Vocal Processing: 7 Tricks for Insane Vocal Effects 🤯
Vocal processing is all about making your vocal samples unique. After all, everybody is hunting for samples on Splice or Loopcloud. So how do you stand out? This is where this guide comes in 🔥 Together we will look at 7 unique tricks to make your vocal samples unique. And best of all, I will […]
The Circle of 5ths: How Every Producer Can Use It 🔥
The circle of 5ths can sound like a boring topic. Or maybe you think it’s reserved for jazz musicians who need to improvise at every rehearsal. But the circle of 5ths is actually the most useful tool in music theory. With a bit of practice, it can help you write melodies and chord progressions much […]