Deep dives, profiles, and long-form stories from the world of music.
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From four-track cassettes to laptop DAWs, bedroom production has gone from novelty to norm. Here's the revolution, the pioneers, and what it means for music's future.
The music industry has a mental health crisis. From touring burnout to social media anxiety, here's an honest look at the pressures artists face and where to find help.
Only 2-5% of music producers are women. That's not a pipeline problem — it's a systemic one. Here's what's happening, who's changing it, and what needs to shift.
You don't need a production company to make a compelling music video. A phone camera, good ideas, and free editing software can create visuals that actually connect.
Sampling is one of music's most creative traditions — and one of its legal minefields. Here's everything artists need to know about sampling in 2025.
Every songwriter gets stuck. Here are 20 proven techniques to restart your creative engine when the blank page is winning.
Your first gig is terrifying and exhilarating in equal measure. Here's everything you need to know, pack, and do to make it go as smoothly as possible.
The best music comes from great collaboration. Here's how to find the right producer, communicate your vision, and build a creative partnership that elevates both of you.
EQ is the foundation of every great mix. Here's how equalisation actually works, when to cut vs boost, and the frequency ranges that shape your sound.
An EP is the perfect format for establishing your sound. Here's the end-to-end strategy: recording, artwork, distribution, marketing, and release day execution.
We've heard thousands of independent mixes and these same mistakes come up again and again. Here's what they are, why they happen, and how to fix each one.
Social media is essential for modern artists but it's also exhausting. Here's how to build an effective presence while protecting your mental health and creative energy.
From a Dalston flat stream to 300+ cities worldwide, Boiler Room rewired how we discover and experience electronic music. We trace the journey.
