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Tokyo Dawn Labs’ TDR Kotelnikov GE compressor is now available for just $10, down from $50, in a 80% off deal exclusively available at Plugin Boutique. Tokyo Dawn Labs lists TDR Kotelnikov GE as a release for macOS (VST2, VST3, AU, AAX) and Windows (VST2, VST3, AAX).  The dev notes that it is 64-bit only, except for the VST2 and VST3 Windows versions, which are available for both 32 and 64-bit. Plugin Boutique’s 80% off deal for the plugin expires on February 15, 2026.  Tokyo Dawn Labs developed TDR Kotelnikov GE as a flexible wideband dynamics processor with a high…

Scapegoat Audio has just launched its Goat DS-2 Turbo Distortion Tonex pack and made it available for free download.  The pack is compatible with IK Multimedia’s Tonex pedal and Tonex software.  The Tonex software is a 64-bit only release for macOS (AU, VST3, AAX) and Windows (VST3, AAX). Tonex ($50, down from $200) is a paid product, but there is also a free Tonex CS edition.  Scapegoat Audio doesn’t specify if the Goat DS-2 works with the free version of Tonex. This Tonex pack is, of course, based on Boss’s DS-2 Turbo Distortion stomp.  Boss debuted the pedal in 1987.…

Image Image Credit Jason Koerner / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Cam’ron visits SiriusXM Studios on Dec. 3, 2025, in Miami Beach, Florida Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: The lawsuit centers on Cam’ron’s claim that J. Cole failed to follow through on multiple creative promises. Cam’ron is seeking $500,000 and co-author credit for his contributions to “Ready ‘24.” He shared his perspective on “Talk With Flee,” detailing delays and unfulfilled commitments. Cam’ron has finally broken his silence about his lawsuit against J. Cole. When it comes down to it, the Harlem rapper is chalking it up to multiple broken…

Image Image Credit Jason Koerner / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Cam’ron visits SiriusXM Studios on Dec. 3, 2025, in Miami Beach, Florida Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: The lawsuit centers on Cam’ron’s claim that J. Cole failed to follow through on multiple creative promises. Cam’ron is seeking $500,000 and co-author credit for his contributions to “Ready ‘24.” He shared his perspective on “Talk With Flee,” detailing delays and unfulfilled commitments. Cam’ron has finally broken his silence about his lawsuit against J. Cole. When it comes down to it, the Harlem rapper is chalking it up to multiple broken…

Image Image Credit Jamie McCarthy / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt Megan Thee Stallion attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Megan Thee Stallion and her gray French bulldog, 4oe, appear in a playful new advertisement for the Westminster Dog Show. The campaign highlights 4oe’s runway-ready moment, narrated by Megan herself. The 2026 show crowned Penny the Doberman Pinscher as Best in Show, beating over 3,000 dogs. Megan Thee Stallion has been checking off a few side quests while we wait for her next full-length project. On Tuesday (Feb. 3) night, the Houston rapper…

Image Image Credit Kevin Winter / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt Kendrick Lamar accepts the Best Rap Album award for ‘GNX’ onstage during the 68th annual Grammy Awards Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Kendrick Lamar’s “tv off” soundtracks Buick’s new commercial, tying into the themes of his GNX album. The advertisement features both a classic Buick Grand National Experimental and the 2026 Envista, blending past and present. Lamar’s history with the Buick Regal deepens the campaign’s cultural resonance. Kendrick Lamar continues to be a marketing department’s dream. The Compton rapper’s hit song “tv off” provides the soundscape for a…

Plugin Boutique’s February Gifts are here, offering a choice of two plugins free with any purchase – Minimal Audio’s Cluster Delay or Thenatan TAWUS. Qualifying purchases don’t include free products, and you can’t pay in full with Virtual Cash or a coupon (anything less than 100% is fine). Although free products don’t qualify, there’s no lower price limit, so you can get your gift for next to nothing. The February Gifts promotion expires on March 1, 2026. The two plugins on offer are Minimal Audio’s Cluster Delay and Thenatan’s TAWUS. Cluster Delay is a multi-tap delay sequencer offering up to…

A dubstep drop is all about weight, movement and space. Unlike many other EDM genres, dubstep doesn’t rely on fast melodies or constant energy. Instead, it creates impact through heavy bass design, half-time rhythm and sharp contrast between sections.  What makes a dubstep drop hit hard isn’t just how loud it is. It’s how the bass moves, how the drums leave space, and how the groove locks everything together. A well-designed drop feels aggressive and controlled at the same time, with every sound having a clear purpose.  Dubstep drops also rely heavily on sound design. The bass isn’t just a…

Krystal Dynamics is a new developer, launching with several new plugins for macOS and Windows, and best of all, they are absolutely free! Before we get into the plugins, a quick word on the Krystal Dynamics website. The website launched a few weeks ago, and all appears to be fine, but my antivirus software hates it. I know that antivirus software can flag websites for a million reasons, and not all of them are too meaningful, so I only bring this up in case some of you share a similar experience in the comments. Additionally, I can see others are…

AudioPluginDeals is no stranger to huge discounts, and this month, the popular retailer is back with more massive savings with its February Mega Bundle. The February Mega Bundle is a collection of five products with a combined retail price of $626.85, but with the 98% discount, you can pick it up for just $9.99. Here are the included products: W.A. Production – Ignition Synchro Arts – RePitch Elements Black Octopus – Vocal Atmosphere Bundle Ghosthack – Cinematic SFX & Trailer Bundle UJAM – Virtual Drummer DEEP The bundle offers a good mix of sounds and effects that will suit a…