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Alofoke Music, the hugely influential label founded by Santiago “Alofoke” Matías, has announced what’s being billed as a “long-term partnership” with Sony Music Central America and the Caribbean (CAC), a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment.In a statement shared with Complex, Matías pointed to a “shared vision” he says is at the heart of this new collaboration.“This alliance is the result of a shared vision rooted in innovation and legacy, with our eyes firmly set on the future of music,” Matías said. “Partnering with Sony Music not only validates the years of work we’ve poured into building a platform for talent,…

Plugin Boutique has launched a limited time sale on the Evabeats’ MIDI plugin, offering 50% off on the melody creation music production assistant for a few days only.Melody Sauce 2 is designed to help producers to come up with instrumental melody ideas and melodic inspiration, and to to speed up their workflow with an unlimited supply of instant melodies created for you at the click of a button.If you’ve ever struggled to come up with melody ideas or needed some melodic inspiration in your music-making, Melody Sauce 2 will speed up your workflow with an unlimited and instant supply of…

Justin Bieber gave fans a peek into his world on Wednesday, July 16, sharing selfies from a swing set on X (formerly Twitter).The photos quickly lit up social media, with commenters excited to see a wholesome side of the 31-year-old “Peaches” singer.”Way to get out there and touch grass, brother,” said one commenter.”Finally seeing the light at the end of a tunnel. I’m so happy for,” said another.”You look very happy! Keep doing what you’re doing!” chimed in a third.About an hour before posting the swing set selfies, the Canadian pop icon shared outdoor photos with his wife, Hailey Bieber,…

Keep your percussion simple for big impact Big thanks to Avision for breaking down his Battery approach and sharing how years of drumming and club sets shaped his ear. His process is a reminder that groove isn’t something you draw in; it’s something you feel out by getting your hands on it. Battery gives him the right tools to shape that feeling with precision, letting each element carry its weight without stepping on the others. Whether you’re building your kits or layering percussion for more energy, Battery’s flexible interface and cell-level control make it easier to work fast while still…

Imaginando has introduced a new expansion pack for its BAM – Beat Maker & Music Maker virtual instrument.Perfect for crafting late-night grooves, introspective beats, or studying next to your favorite rainy window, Velvet Vibes brings a smooth collection of dusty drums, lush pads, mellow synths, and deep, warm basslines — all inspired by lo-fi, trip-hop, and chill beats textures.Whether you’re producing chillhop, ambient, or other styles, Velvet Vibes is a package of mellow goodies ready to drop into your track, or waiting to be sampled and repurposed.Velvet Vibes features37 one-shot drum samples.35 one-shot instruments samples.30 track presets.5 pre-crafted loops with…

Learn how to dial in iconic ODS tones with three legendary guitarists. From robust clean tones to smooth overdrive sounds, Dumble Overdrive Special amps are legendary.* The key to their iconic status however, is the fact that each amp built by the elusive Howard Dumble was fine tuned to perfectly match its owner.  In this star-studded tone summit, guitarists Tim Pierce (Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson), David Ryan Harris (John Mayer, Dave Matthews) and Joey Landreth (The Bros. Landreth, Luke Combs) join UA’s James Santiago to show you how to get stunning tailor-made ODS sounds with the UAFX Enigmatic ’82 Overdrive Special…

Nicki Minaj reignited tensions with SZA on Tuesday (July 15) after unloading a string of insults online, with the drama tracing back to a failed 2020 collaboration request. During Wednesday’s (July 16) episode of The Breakfast Club, media personality Loren Lorosa shared details from a private text exchange with Punch, president of Top Dawg Entertainment, who offered insight into the origin of the rift. “He said, ‘Back in 2020, Nicki Minaj reached out for a SZA feature on a song,’” Lorosa explained. “He responded and told Nicki Minaj that SZA was in album mode heavy and that he would get…

Explore our free DAW update with Voice Control, Instrument Detection, and Smart Tempo tools. With new AI-powered tools that streamline your workflow and keep you in the zone, LUNA is more than a DAW — it’s your personal studio assistant. From tracking a band to building beats or jamming in your home studio, LUNA’s newest features make recording easier, so you can sound like the records you love. Try LUNA v1.9 Free   Record Hands-Free Whether you’re behind the mic or drum kit across the room, Voice Control* helps you stay in the creative zone without going back and forth…

Learn how J. Todd Wines delivers studio sound in arenas over Dante. For over seven years, J. Todd Wines has been sculpting country superstar Miranda Lambert’s live sound as her front-of-house engineer. It’s a role that’s “been a dream come true on many levels,” he says.”Her music along with the musicianship, arrangements, and personalities in the touring camp make mixing her shows an honor and delight.” Wines’ dedication to his craft stems from two-plus decades behind the console, honing his skills across diverse genres before landing with Lambert. Having explored various solutions in the search for studio-grade sound on the…

Chicago rapper Mello Buckzz is mourning the victims of the mass shooting that left four dead and 14 others wounded at her July 3 album listening party.On Tuesday (July 15), Mello shared a message on Instagram about the shooting, writing that she’s heartbroken over the four people who died.”What was supposed to be a joyful and peaceful night ended in heartbreak,” Mello wrote. “These weren’t strangers. These were people I love. These were friends, family, creatives, significant others, and people who’ve been with me through this entire journey.”She continued, “What happened was senseless, and there’s no reason a group of…