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Plugin Boutique offers the UVI HX-ODDY, a hybrid virtual instrument based on the classic ARP Odyssey Mk1, for just $19 (75% off) until September 22. HX-ODDY is part of UVI’s HX Series, which blends deep multi-sampling with physically-modeled synthesis. This time, the team focused on the white-face Odyssey Mk1. It is ARP’s original duophonic analog synth from 1972. As expected from UVI (who are among my favorite creators of sample-based emulations), the result is a super flexible sound design tool that captures the original synthesizer’s tone while expanding far beyond its capabilities. HX-ODDY runs on a three-layer engine. You get…

Analogy Instruments has released Mothership Lite, a free sample-based virtual instrument plugin for macOS and Windows. Based on the same concept as their earlier release, AnaMatrix Lite, this new instrument offers a taste of the full Mothership plugin. Both instruments are built on a collection of multi-samples captured from hardware synths. Like its predecessor, Mothership Lite is built with Maize Sampler, although you wouldn’t guess it from the interface alone. This is easily one of the nicest-looking Maize-based plugins I’ve seen. The GUI is super stylish and intuitive, with all the usual Maize Sampler features nicely laid out and fully…

Image Image Credit Jerritt Clark / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Quavo and Young Thug perform at Hollywood Palladium on November 18, 2019 Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: A leaked jail call revealed Young Thug making dismissive comments about the Migos. The rapper later posted a message to Quavo, calling him “brada” and referencing Takeoff. Fans are speculating about whether this signals a reconciliation or just damage control. Young Thug’s apology tour over leaked jails call is still going strong. The latest artist to a get a mea culpa, of sorts, is fellow Atlanta rapper Quavo. On Sunday (Sept.…

Image Image Credit Kevin Mazur / Contributor via Getty Images, Monica Schipper / Staff via Getty Images, John Lamparski / Stringer via Getty Images, and Taylor Hill / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Cardi B at the 2025 Grammy Awards, Summer Walker at the 2024 Baby2Baby Gala, Megan Thee Stallion at the ‘Mean Girls’ premiere in New York, Tyla at the 2025 MTV VMAs Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: The forthcoming album includes a wide range of collaborators, from Megan Thee Stallion to Janet Jackson. Several collaborators have worked with Cardi B in the past, hinting at a mix…

Learn everything about UA’s flagship USB audio interfaces for musicians and creators. Whether you’re building your first desktop recording setup, upgrading your existing studio, or building a mobile recording rig, selecting a new audio interface is no small task. Sound, versatility, and convenience all compete against a backdrop of price. With Volt USB Recording Studios, you get a thoughtfully designed all-in-one option from Universal Audio that checks every box.   Built-In Vintage Preamps with Colorful Tube Tone After your microphone, the next thing your signal hits is the preamp of your audio interface. Short for “pre-amplifier,” a preamp’s primary purpose…

Image Image Credit Warner Bros. TV / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Saweetie appears on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Saweetie addressed a viral tweet accusing her of benefiting from “pretty privilege” by calling it “confirmation bias.” She explained that her appearance has often led to unfair treatment and bias in the music industry. Past interviews reveal she was once told to “twerk more” and that her voice was “very boring,” highlighting ongoing industry challenges. Saweetie is speaking her truth. On Sunday (Sept. 14), the rapper responded to a social media user describing her as…

Image Image Credit Erika Goldring / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Mariah the Scientist performs during 2025 Lollapalooza Festival Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Mariah the Scientist’s “HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY TOUR” tour kicks off in Paris on Jan. 12, 2026. She will perform in 36 cities across Europe and North America, ending the trek in Atlanta on April 10, 2026. Presale tickets drop on Wednesday (Sept. 17), with general sales starting on Friday (Sept. 19) at 10 a.m. local time. Mariah the Scientist is gearing up for a battle of the heart with her upcoming “HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY TOUR.”…

Image Image Credit Theo Wargo / Staff via Getty Images, Michael Tullberg / Stringer via Getty Images, and Prince Williams / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Cardi B at SiriusXM Studios, Young Thug arrives at a “PUNK” release party, and Brent Faiyaz performs during 2023 One Music Festival Day 2 Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Cardi B’s long-awaited sophomore album, AM I THE DRAMA?, finally arrives this Friday (Sept. 19). Young Thug will make a major return with UY SCUTI, his first post-prison album release. Brent Faiyaz, Hunxho and RAYE add depth to this week’s diverse drop schedule. Rap…

Image Image Credit Warner Bros. TV / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Cardi B appears on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Cardi B compares releasing AM I THE DRAMA? to childbirth, highlighting the emotional intensity of the process. The album was completed after she recorded over 60 songs, narrowing it down to tracks she truly connected with. Cardi B is prepping for a meet-and-greet tour and North American run following the album’s release. Dropping AM I THE DRAMA? has Cardi B feeling like she’s about to give birth all over again. On Monday (Sept. 15),…

Image Image Credit MICHAEL TRAN / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Lil Nas X attends the Vanity Fair Oscar Party Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Lil Nas X missed a court hearing while receiving inpatient care outside of California. His legal team says the treatment is focused on his mental health and long-term stability. The artist is facing felony charges related to an August arrest in Los Angeles. Lil Nas X has entered an inpatient treatment facility following his arrest and subsequent release from jail last month. On Monday (Sept. 15), the “Old Town Road” artist missed a pre-trial…