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Learn how FOH Ken “Pooch” Van Druten gets studio clarity in stadiums with UAD plug-ins over Dante. Ken “Pooch” Van Druten’s career spans more than three decades and a who’s who of live music — from Kiss and Whitney Houston to Linkin Park, Jay-Z, Justin Bieber, and now Iron Maiden. Known for his balance of technical precision and musicality, Pooch has made a career out of turning massive concerts into album-quality listening experiences. “I’ve spent my life chasing how to make live shows feel like records,” he says. “Now Apollo x16D gives me a way to finally bring the UAD…
Image Image Credit FRAZER HARRISON / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt US rapper Terell Ephron, aka A$AP Relli, testifies during Rakim Mayers, aka A$AP Rocky’s, felony assault trial at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in downtown Los Angeles, California on January 29, 2025. 36-year-old A$AP Rocky, who has two children with singer Rihanna, faces two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm during confrontations with Terell Ephron on November 6, 2021. Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: A$AP Relli is weighing legal action after a failed criminal case, including a defamation claim against A$AP Rocky. A judge warned…
Image Image Credit Dimitrios Kambouris / Staff via Getty Images and MICHAEL TRAN / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Ice Spice at Highest 2 Lowest premiere and Taylor Swift arrives for the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Taylor Swift once told Ice Spice that as long as she keeps making music, everything will be fine. The advice continues to guide Ice Spice through moments of doubt and creative blocks. Their relationship has deepened since “Karma (Remix),” with public support and joint performances cementing the bond. Ice Spice values every bit of wisdom she’s received…
Image Image Credit Matt Winkelmeyer / Staff via Getty Images and Arnold Turner / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Lizzo at 2025 ESSENCE Festival and BigXthaPlug at BMI R&B/Hip Hop Awards Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: A viral dance video of Lizzo and BigXthaPlug has fans buzzing about a potential collaboration. BigXthaPlug’s latest album featured country artists, showcasing his country-trap crossover. Lizzo’s recent mixtape and deluxe edition signaled a bold new chapter in her musical evolution. There might be another Texas anthem brewing. On Wednesday (Sept. 10), Lizzo and BigXthaPlug sent fans into a frenzy after posting a clip…
Image Image Credit Kevin Mazur / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Cardi B at the 2023 MTV VMAs Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Cardi B is launching a fan-first promo tour tied to her new album AM I THE DRAMA? starting Sept. 19. Fans must buy a CD or vinyl from the hosting store to attend the in-person events. The tour includes stops in Long Island, Atlanta, Houston, and Long Beach, with more dates expected. Desperate times call for desperate measures. On Tuesday (Sept. 9) night, Cardi B revealed that she’s going on a meet-and-greet tour after joking that…
Discover the legacy of analog craftsmanship in Santa Cruz, California.Nestled inside UA headquarters, the Universal Audio Custom Shop continues a 25-year tradition of hand-built analog excellence — crafting iconic studio gear with the same care and attention that defined Bill Putnam Sr.’s original designs from the 1960s. From classic studio hardware like the Teletronix LA-2A and 1176LN compressors, to Heritage gear like the 6176 and LA-610 MkII channel strips, to high-end UA Bock microphones, each piece that leaves the Custom Shop is built by a team of passionate engineers and technicians — one unit at a time — using a…
Image Image Credit Paras Griffin / Contributor via Getty images Image Alt Kehlani peerforming in Atlanta for “CRASH World Tour” Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways Kehlani confirmed they are undergoing surgery to treat a hernia. “Last two days with my hernia. Say bye,” they wrote on social media. They’ve opened up about their past experience with mesh implants for a separate hernia. Kehlani revealed that they’re preparing for surgery to finally take care of a hernia they’ve dealt with for a while now. On Tuesday (Sept. 9), the “Nights Like This” singer announced the news via Instagram Stories: “Last two…
Image Image Credit Mindy Small / Stringer via Getty Images Image Alt Kai Cenat arrives at the 2025 American Music Awards at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on May 26, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Kai Cenat criticized Drake’s “Iceman” Episode 3 during a livestream, calling it a waste of time. Drake responded by posting a close-up photo of Cenat’s unkempt locs on Instagram. Cenat reacted live during his “Mafiathon 3” stream, questioning why Drake posted the image. Drake has a habit of trolling both his real and perceived enemies. The latest person in Drizzy’s sights is…
Image Image Credit Jeff Kravitz / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Offset and Cardi B attend the Pre-GRAMMY Gala & GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons Honoring Julie Greenwald & Craig Kallman at The Beverly Hilton on February 04, 2023 Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Offset publicly praised Cardi B’s AM I THE DRAMA? album, calling it “hard” and saying she will “do her big one.” He highlighted their co-parenting bond, saying, “We got kids to take care of,” and emphasizing mutual respect. Offset also used his own album, KIARI, to reflect on their breakup and close that chapter. Offset…
Discover the legacy of analog craftsmanship in Santa Cruz, California.Nestled inside UA headquarters, the Universal Audio Custom Shop continues a 25-year tradition of hand-built analog excellence — crafting iconic studio gear with the same care and attention that defined Bill Putnam Sr.’s original designs from the 1960s. From classic studio hardware like the Teletronix LA-2A and 1176LN compressors, to Heritage gear like the 6176 and LA-610 MkII channel strips, to high-end UA Bock microphones, each piece that leaves the Custom Shop is built by a team of passionate engineers and technicians — one unit at a time — using a…