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The see-saw story of The Who‘s drummer chair continued to tilt over the weekend when former, then current and then former again time keeper Zak Starkey clarified that he had not been fired from the band but rather “retired.” The 59-year-old son of Beatles drummer Ringo Starr and in-demand session player wrote in an Instagram post on Monday (May 26) that he’d had a nice chat with singer Roger Daltrey clarifying what appeared to be his recent second sacking in as many months. “NOISE&CONFUSION!!!! I had a great phone chat with Roger at the end of last week which truly…

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking and racketeering trial is entering its third full week, and the pace of news has been dizzying. Every day, headlines share the latest stories about abuse, escorts, baby oil, beefs, and more.But in some ways, the stop-the-presses moments are secondary. This trial—like pretty much all trials—is primarily a battle of stories. The government in their indictment, and in the trial thus far, are painting Diddy’s behavior in one light. His nine attorneys are doing their best to give an alternate explanation—one that fits some of the same facts concerning Diddy’s freak offs, violence, and drug…

sonicLAB has recently launched a new software synthesizer instrument geared towards sound designers and composers who like to work with experimental music technology. Adam Douglas takes it for a spin in our latest review.Protean is a wild and experimental generative audio environment that uses fluid dynamics to generate sound. Adam Douglas dives in to see how deep the water is.While I’ll always love hardware synthesizers, lately I find myself reaching for software because of the sheer variety of novel synthesis options on offer. And, thanks to ever-improving computational power, we now have all kinds of unusual sonic software playgrounds to…

Tom Morello has never been one to mince words when it comes to his thoughts on Donald Trump. The firebrand Rage Against the Machine guitarist and solo star joined his friend and fellow rock agitator Bruce Springsteen over the weekend in giving a NSFW salute No. 27 from the stage. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Performing at the Boston Calling 2025 music festival on Sunday (May 25), Morello took the stage in front of a towering backdrop that featured a series of images of the president amid a sea of oversized…

Kai Cenat wasn’t in the mood for Kanye West praise during a livestream at the 2025 American Music Awards on Sunday (May 18) when a man interrupted his broadcast to show love to the controversial rapper. The Twitch star was initially laughing and chatting with a young girl accompanying the man, but things took a turn when the conversation shifted to Kanye West. The man began, “Where’s Kanye at? We want to say — we love Ye. We love Ye for being outspoken, regardless, because it’s America, and I think it’s a great thing to live in a free country.…

Lese has released Codec v2.0, a free lo-fi plugin for macOS and Windows that simulates lossy audio compression artifacts, updated with new features like Packet Disorder, Noise, and Crunch. If you’ve followed BPB for a while, you already know how much I loved the original Codec. It’s one of the few plugins that replicates the nostalgic (if you grew up in the early 2000s like me), low-bitrate MP3 artifacts characteristic of early digital audio compression. Unlike a traditional bitcrusher that harshly reduces bit depth and sample rate, Codec emulates the subtler degradation of compressed internet audio—think poor-quality voice calls or…

Audio Plugin Deals has launched a two-week promotion on a bundle of Kontakt instrument libraries geared towards creating ambient soundscapes for film and games.Providing a solid foundation for your ambient compositions with a warm and evolving character, the Ambient Scoring Bundle by Simple Samples is on offer at a 75% discount.Dive into a world of sonic textures with the Ambient Scoring Bundle. This collection delivers three meticulously crafted instruments – bass, guitar, and pads – designed to effortlessly create immersive and evolving ambient soundscapes.Perfect for film, video game scoring, and any project needing atmospheric depth, this bundle offers a vast…

Spiritual strategies for staying calm, creative, and consistent 🎯 What are some Zen concepts that apply to music production? Zen concepts like Ikigai (purpose), Kaizen (continuous improvement), Shu-Ha-Ri (mastery stages), Wabi-Sabi (beauty in imperfection), Kintsugi (repair with gold), Shikita Ga Nai (acceptance), Wu Wei (effortless flow), Gaman (endurance), and Oubaitori (no comparison) all offer powerful mindsets that help musicians stay focused, balanced, and creatively free.   Modern music producers often chase plugins, presets, and perfection. But in the rush to create, we forget something deeper: The mindset behind the music matters just as much as the tools. Zen wisdom…

Jennifer Lopez left it all on the floor during her whirlwind 2025 American Music Awards hosting gig on Monday night (May 26). After dancing to a breathless six-minute, 23-song medley of the year’s biggest hits in a sparkling Tron-like futuristic leotard on the stage at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas — and kissing a couple of dancers along the way — Lopez chilled out when the curtain came down two hours later by announcing her second Las Vegas residency. “SURPRISE JLOVERS! We’re back,” the singer wrote in an Instagram post announcing her Jennifer Lopez: Up All Night in Las Vegas residency…

Going live isn’t just a trend, it’s a powerful way to connect with your audience, build your brand, and showcase your skills to the world. Whether you’re a DJ streaming a late-night set, a producer sharing a beat-making session, or a performer hosting an intimate gig from your studio, livestreaming opens up a global stage that’s always within reach.  But here’s the thing: great livestreams don’t happen by accident. The most engaging broadcasts are well-planned, technically sound, visually clean, and full of personality. When done right, a livestream can feel just as exciting as a real-world gig, sometimes even more…