Autor: Producer Gang
Finally, what’s the most impactful piece of production advice you’ve ever received from a mentor or just learned on your own? If I had some advice to give, it would be to focus on dynamics in the tracks you produce. It’s not just about making the track as loud as possible. Some elements need to stand out, and Transient Master is perfect for that, no matter the style of music. It adds depth where it’s needed. From experience, an idea is never great right from the start. You have to work on the idea, choose the right sounds, mix the…
Sidechain compression is one of the most recognisable techniques in modern music production. It is the secret behind the “pumping” effect you often hear in electronic dance music, where the kick drum cuts through clearly while other elements duck in volume to make space. Beyond EDM, sidechain compression is also used in hip hop, pop, and even film scoring to keep mixes clear and dynamic. For beginner producers, learning how to use sidechain compression is a game changer. It not only helps prevent clashes between instruments in the low end but also adds groove and energy to your track. The…
Signal Perspective has released Pyrite, a free preamp saturation and dynamics plugin for Windows and macOS. If you’ve been following the BPB news section, you’ll recognize the name Signal Perspective from our articles about Trailbender and the Grindbox MK2. Those plugins set a high bar for freeware plugins, and Pyrite continues that tradition with a flexible preamp simulation packed in a striking red GUI. Pyrite’s design instantly reminded me of the old (but still one of my favorites!) Charlatan synth. It has black knobs on a vivid Ferrari-red background, which is definitely high contrast but at the same time not…
The Infinite Crate (Alpha) is a VST plugin that integrates Lyria RealTime directly into your DAW, eliminating barriers to interactively create, control, and perform music in real-time. If you haven’t heard of Lyria RealTime, it’s an experimental AI model that produces instrumental music in real time. It creates music based on dynamic prompts and configuration commands, allowing users to control and direct various aspects of the music. Developers can access Lyria RealTime via Google’s Gemini API. The Infinite Crate is an experimental plugin that enables music-makers to access Lyria RealTime directly within their preferred DAW. Upon installing and loading The…
Image Image Credit Scott Dudelson / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Mac Miller performs onstage at the 3rd Annual Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Mac Miller’s estate released a short film to honor the legacy of GO:OD AM on its 10th anniversary. The film features rare behind-the-scenes footage and commentary from close collaborators. GO:OD AM marked Miller’s major label debut and a creative shift toward a more confident sound. Time really does fly! On Thursday (Sept. 18), Mac Miller’s third studio album, GO:OD AM, officially turned 10. To celebrate, the late rapper’s estate released a…
Image Image Credit Cole Burston / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Drake and LeBron James talk after an NBA game between the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: LeBron James says there is “always love” between him and Drake, despite being in “different places” right now. Drake appeared to respond to James’ support of Kendrick Lamar with a lyric and tattoo change. The evolving tension highlights how Hip Hop rivalries can impact long-standing friendships in the public eye. Even though they’re admittedly in “different places right now,” LeBron James says he’ll always have…
Image Image Credit Elsa / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt Cardi B and Stefon Diggs after Game Four of the Eastern Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs between the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Cardi B revealed her pregnancy with Stefon Diggs during a “CBS Mornings” interview. Diggs hinted online at wanting a baby boy and choosing a Spanish name. A separate paternity suit involving Diggs adds complexity to the situation. Cardi B is getting most of the attention, but there is another side to the parenthood equation. Stefon Diggs, the father to…
Image Image Credit Mike Coppola / Staff via Getty Images and Paras Griffin / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Doja Cat at the 2025 VMAs and Bad Bunny performing at State Farm Arena Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Doja Cat will make her “Saturday Night Live” debut as the musical guest for the show’s Season 51 premiere on Oct. 4. Bad Bunny is also set to return as a host, marking his third appearance on the show. Sabrina Carpenter will host and perform on Oct. 18, showcasing her versatility and rising star power. The Season 51 premiere of “Saturday…
Randomness and happy accidents are everything to me. Most of my process is about stumbling through the dark until I hear something that catches me, and then I chase that. I don’t build my own Reaktor ensembles anymore like I used to, but what I do now is build complex Ableton racks that function almost like modular systems. I layer Reaktor instruments, Guitar Rig, and other effects into a single note-triggered setup that spits out unpredictable results. The computers are fast enough now that I can go fully overkill with sound design. Another thing I rely on is layering instruments…
Image Image Credit John Nacion / Contributor via Getty Images, Arturo Holmes / Staff via Getty Images, and Image Alt Consequence at NYLON Nights: NYFW x Paris Hilton “Infinite Icon” Album Release Party, Kid Cudi attends Netflix’s “Happy Gilmore 2” New York Premiere, and Kanye West attends the Fast Company Innovation Festival Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Kid Cudi sent a cease-and-desist to Consequence after being blamed for Kanye West’s hospitalization and a failed Drake collab. Cudi denied all allegations, calling them “disturbing” and threatening legal action if not retracted. Consequence responded with a cryptic post referencing an “apology tour”…