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Following his emotional set at the Glastonbury Festival on Friday (June 27), Lewis Capaldi is gearing up for a proper return to the stage later this year. The Scottish singer-songwriter who release his first single of the year, “Survive,” before his triumphant comeback at the massive English fest announced the dates on Monday morning (June 30). The 28-year-old’s first full set came two years after his last full show, also at Glastonbury, in 2023, during which he struggled with a strained vocal cord and symptoms of Tourette’s syndrome, which caused a series of physical tics during the set; Capaldi has…

Plugin Boutique has launched a limited time sale on UNMIX::DRUMS, offering a 40% discount on the world’s first audio plugin that allows attenuating or boosting drums in mixed music, in real-time.Using advanced source signal separation (a.k.a. de-mixing, unmixing, sound extraction, sound isolation) technology under the hood, UNMIX::DRUMS provides frequency dependent drum level control that ranges from up to +18dB of boost to virtually complete removal* – while always sounding great.Whether used on a full mix or on a drum bus, UNMIX::DRUMS can be used to shape and enhance the impact of your drums in a unique new way. Sporting an…

Before there was Black Sabbath there was Earth. The precursor band to the legendary heavy metal band fronted by Ozzy Osbourne will get its time to shine on July 25 when a collection of demos recorded in 1969 will be issued as Earth: The Legendary Lost Tapes. The first-time release of the early songs from Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, drummer Bill Ward and bassist Geezer Butler as Earth is due out July 25 on Big Bear Records, the Birmingham blues/jazz label founded by the band’s first manager, Jim Simpson. The four men who first joined forces in 1968 as the…

Chris Brown is showing some timely appreciation for T-Pain, praising the two-time Grammy winner as a “pioneer” of his field.“Random thought,” Brown, whose Breezy Bowl XX stadium tour continues this week with stops in Glasgow and Paris, said in a recent Instagram Stories update. “[T-Pain] is one of the GOATs of my generation! Giving you your flowers!!! Pioneer. Love you, my brother.”While Brown did indeed classify his Pain praise as stemming from a “random thought,” fans will note that these remarks come after Pain and Drake spent a few days in headlines together.First, Pain, while speaking as a guest on…

Candace Owens took a swing at Lizzo over a name-drop in the singer’s new track with Doja Cat but ended up offering to be in the music video. During a recent episode of her podcast, the controversial conservative commentator reacted to Lizzo’s track “STILL CANT FUH” from her new EP MY FACE HURTS FROM SMILING, which includes a verse that name-checks Owens. However, Owens fumbled the details. “Look, mommy, I made it,” Owens said sarcastically, misquoting the lyric aimed at her: “City girls up, boys on they period/ Candace Owens somewhere p#####.” Owens then veered into transphobic territory, saying, “I…

Fracture Sounds has launched a new library in its Blueprint series of free virtual instrument for Kontakt and the free Kontakt Player.Textural Viola brings the sounds of a solo viola recorded with close mic. The library features 4 textural articulations and a unique atmosphere layer.Textural Viola bridges the gap between the original Textural Violin and its follow-up, Textural Cello. Inspired by techniques developed with composer and Trails collaborator Alexander Parsons, this library features two expressive long articulations, a short col legno, and eerie bend effects. These experimental performances are supported by our signature Atmosphere Layer, transforming raw viola recordings into…

Do you think more producers should be treating soft synths like hardware – fewer tools, more intention? Absolutely. I think there’s something really powerful about limiting your tools and diving deep with the ones that resonate. Monark is one of those synths that I treat almost like a piece of hardware – it’s focused, punchy, and gives me what I need quickly. That plays a huge role in my workflow. I tend to commit fast to a bass line or rhythm and move on – if it’s working, I don’t overthink it. That momentum keeps the creative energy flowing, and…

Numerical Audio has introduced a new lo-fi audio processor designed to deliver instant vintage warmth and character. Housed in a single-knob interface, Mr Lo-Fi allows users to quickly apply classic lo-fi textures to their audio.Step back in time and infuse your audio with the unmistakable character of yesterday. Introducing Mr. Lo-Fi, the definitive audio processor for adding authentic vintage charm to your music and sound projects. With its deceptively simple single-knob design, you can instantly dial in classic lo-fi textures, from the warm wobble of cassette tapes to the crunchy artifacts of early digital gear.Mr LoFi features4 authentic modes: Choose…

The BBC has said it should have cut away from a live broadcast of punk-rap duo Bob Vylan‘s performance at Glastonbury on Saturday (June 28).  The band, whose two members go by Bobby Vylan and Bobbie Vylan, played on the West Holts stage over the weekend. They have since been mired in controversy, after vocalist and guitarist Bobby led crowds in a chant of “death, death to the IDF [Israel Defense Forces].” Their set, which was directly before that of the Irish rap trio Kneecap on the West Holts stage, was shown live on the BBC’s live stream, but has…

GoranGrooves has introduced a new MIDI pack featuring 92 distinct drum grooves and 120 drum fills. Representing a dynamic range of culturally rooted styles, Handy Grooves – Latin Caribbean Drumset Rhythms delivers a rich tapestry of traditional and contemporary Latin grooves.Played in and produced by renowned drummer Ludwig Afonso, this MIDI pack delivers authentic grooves from all over Latin America and the Caribbean, played on the drumset.We’ve got over 40 styles ranging from Abakua, Bachata, Cumbia to Bossa Nova, Guaguanco, Festejo, and everything in between. They will work perfectly out of the box with Handy Drums- Latin Percussion & Drums,…