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pointblank’s short and specialist DJ courses are now 25% off for a limited time this Valentine’s, making this the perfect moment to begin your DJ journey or take your skills to the next level. With options ranging from weekend tasters to immersive 3, 6 or 9month programmes, you can learn at your pace, in your style, and in your ideal location. Choose your path DJ weekenders – Fast, fun & beginner friendly A perfect introduction if you’re new to DJing or refreshing your basics.You’ll cover: Beatmatching, EQ, transitions, mixing foundations, and essential confidence behind the decks. 3 month DJ programmes – Build…
The Machine That Escaped the Future The Elektron Machinedrum didn’t sound analog. It didn’t sound vintage. It didn’t sound like anything you recognized. It sounded like the future breaking through a crack in the present. Where classic drum machines created patterns… the Machinedrum created worlds. It wasn’t about imitating drums — it was about designing new realities of rhythm. Quick Summary: 👉 Released in 2001, the Elektron Machinedrum used digital modeling, sound design engines, and advanced sequencing to redefine electronic drums, influencing genres from IDM and techno to experimental, glitch, and modern electronic hybrid styles. Question: How did the…
Image Image Credit Simone Joyner / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Drake performs live onstage during Day 2 of Wireless Festival 2025 Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: DJ Akademiks dropped a new Drake snippet just before J. Cole’s The Fall-Off went live. Fans accused Drake of trying to overshadow Cole’s release with the timing of the leak. Akademiks claims he had the track for days and made the call to post it himself. DJ Akademiks has arguably been at the forefront of helping to build anticipation for Drake’s forthcoming new album, Iceman. While a release date still hasn’t been…
Field Control is a new plugin for macOS and Windows from Half Light Audio, and you can download it for free now. The plugin is available in AU, VST, and AAX formats for macOS and Windows. You need to create an account with Half Light Audio to download Field Control; once you do, the installers are available immediately. So, what is Field Control? Well, Field Control is one of the most minimalistic plugins we’ve ever covered, in every sense. It’s a simple plugin that allows you to tilt, pan, and delay your audio. We often say that less is more…
Image Image Credit Erika Goldring / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt J Cole performs during the 2022 Lollapalooza Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: The Fall-Off is a 24-track double album that spans two eras of J. Cole’s life, with features from Future, Tems and Burna Boy. The project reflects on Cole’s personal growth and shifting mindset between ages 29 and 39. Online reactions highlight the album’s emotional depth and raise questions about whether this is truly his final release. J. Cole’s The Fall-Off has finally arrived, roughly eight years after he first teased it with “1985 – Intro to…
AudioDeluxe is a regular source of exclusive discounts, and this time, it’s a massive 80% off two SSL favorites, SSL X-ValveComp and SSL Drumstrip. The discount means you can grab X-ValveComp for $9.99 (down from $49.99) and Drumstrip for $19.99 (down from $99). It’s a good time to buy SSL plugins; don’t forget the SSL Native X-Saturator is available for just $7.99 at Plugin Boutique until February 15, 2026. On top of the above discount, you’ll get either Minimal Audio’s Cluster Delay or Thenatan’s TAWUS free with your purchase at Plugin Boutique. Now, back to AudioDeluxe. SSL X-ValveComp is a…
Image Image Credit Mark Blinch / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt GloRilla smiles following the basketball game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Toronto Raptors on Jan. 5, 2026, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: GloRilla’s sister, Victoria “Scar Face” Woods, claimed that the rapper hasn’t helped their Memphis family financially in years. She believes each family deserves $2,500 due to their shared upbringing and struggles. GloRilla responded with a Facebook post showing a message from their mother and a job link. GloRilla’s sister Victoria “Scar Face” Woods is doubling down on her claims that the…
Mammoth from Aurora DSP, a bass plugin that I’m sure any metalheads among us are already familiar with, is free for a limited time via Instagram. But before we get into it, let’s go through the offer because time is of the essence with this freebie. In celebration of Mammoth’s sixth anniversary, Aurora DSP is giving away a number of free licenses on Instagram. A free license entitles you to the full version of Mammoth (usually $79); it’s not a trial version, and there’s no catch. But there are a few caveats. The first is that it’s a limited-time offer that…
Image Image Credit Mike Coppola / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt Bad Bunny speaks onstage during the Super Bowl LX Pregame & Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show Press Conference at Moscone Center West on Feb. 5, 2026, in San Francisco, California Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Bad Bunny says fans do not need to know Spanish to enjoy his 2026 Super Bowl halftime show — they just need to be ready to dance. He didn’t deny the possibility of surprise guests but kept the lineup under wraps. His set will mark a major moment for Latin music…
Breaking into music takes more than luck. It takes putting yourself in the right rooms, building real skills, and saying yes to opportunities that help you grow. That’s why this February, pointblank is stacking the month with ways to learn, perform, and connect: from internships that strengthen your CV to live performance opportunities that build real confidence. Here’s what’s coming up. Internship Opportunity: Summer-ized Sessions Summer-ized Sessions is a London-based record label and event brand known for releasing high-quality house music alongside hosting standout club nights across the UK and beyond. As the brand expands, they’re looking for a part-time…