Masked musicians: the rise of anonymous producers [Magazine Editorial]
It’s no secret that wearing a mask and hiding your true identity creates a certain mysterious aura. For centuries, people have used masks for their expressive powers and as a…
An expert’s advice for young musicians
If you’ve had a love for music for as long as you can remember and have always dreamed to make it big one day, then you know how competitive and…
The coolest music tech available today for casual musicians
The best dance music today lives and dies by its tech. This is both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, anyone can begin to make music, with…
Survey shows 73% of musicians have experienced mental health issues
A recent survey from the Record Union concluded that 73% of independent musicians have experienced negative emotions throughout their career. The news follows a more trending awareness on mental health…
SoundCloud expands Premier program to more musicians
SoundCloud has just recently announced that their SC Premier programme that used to be invite only is now being extended to Soundcloud pro and SoundCloud pro unlimited creators with no…
Billboard unveils its list of highest-paid musicians for 2018
American entertainment media brand Billboard has revealed its list of highest-paid musicians for 2018 and only one electronic dance music act has made the top 50 cut. Most fans would bag Scottish…
Bigger Than Music: 3 musicians who’ve partnered with watch brands
Musicians partnering with corporations isn’t exactly a new thing, after all, the likes of Pepsi and Coca-Cola have long been inclined to join forces with artists for (usually very cheesy)…
Tiësto and Paul van Dyk are the most travelled musicians of all time
Tiësto and Paul van Dyk are officially the most travelled artists of all-time thanks to their rigorous touring schedules. According to a study conducted by TravelBird, the iconic Trance legends are…
Neve 88M review: High-end, high-performance audio interface
When Neve announced that they were putting out their first audio interface back at NAMM 2022, the music tech industry collectively looked on with bated breath. The promise of transplanting…
PreSonus releases Studio One version 6.1
Presonus has revealed a powerful new update for its popular Studio One software. The newly released version 6.1 provides new features, and key fixes, and even extends to the Studio…
Daft Punk book ‘After Daft’ will feature over 60+ iconic artists and experts
The highly anticipated book After Daft, which is based on the life of Daft Punk has revealed a massive lineup of 60+ contributors including Disclosure, Porter Robinson, Annie Mac, the duo’s…
Zvon System: the company offering ghost productions, lessons, mastering & much more
Meet Zvon System, an ecosystem created by Rasster that has been providing budding producers with beats since 2018, with everything related to sound, design, lessons and much more. Although there…
50% of UK concert-goers are at risk for hearing loss, according to new stury
According to a new research study, about 50% of UK concert-goers are at risk for hearing loss and tinnitus, a symptom of auditory damage that leads to constant ringing in…
Armin van Buuren opens up about mental health and the legacy of Avicii
Few stars of the dance scene can boast the longevity and productivity that Armin van Buuren has shown over his 25-plus years in the music business. While many idolize his…
Sebastian Ingrosso reflects on the creation of ‘Calling (Lose My Mind)’: Listen
Every now and then, there is an extra spark that permeates from a studio when a collection of musicians come together, creating a piece of music and art that transcends…