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Beat Mag is offering a free 24-page microphone guide for a limited time. We’ve had a good run of freebies and discounts over the last couple of weeks, as we head toward Black Friday. Recently, we’ve had massive discounts on u-he’s Diva and Repro, Baby Audio’s TAIP, and freebies like Dulcet Vocal by The Crow Hill Company. This time, we’ve got a different kind of freebie, but a welcome one. Beat Mag is offering a 24-page microphone guide (in PDF form) as a free download until the end of December 2025. The guide typically costs €4.99, but you can download…
Image Image Credit John Shearer / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Shaboozey and Stephen Wilson Jr. perform onstage during the 59th Annual Country Music Association Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 19, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Their “Took a Walk” duet earned Shaboozey and Stephen Wilson Jr. a standing ovation at the 2025 CMA Awards. BigXThaPlug teamed up with Luke Combs for a live version of “Pray Hard” from his genre-blending album. Shaboozey was nominated for New Artist of the Year, a major milestone in his country music crossover. Shaboozey and BigXThaPlug represented for…
Image Image Credit Matthew Baker / Contributor via Getty Images, Erika Goldring / Contributor via Getty Images, Christopher Polk / Contributor via Getty Images, and Christopher Polk / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Nas performs on the East Stage during All Points East Festival 2024, Doechii performs during 2025 Austin City Limits Music Festival, Kendrick Lamar at the Super Bowl LIX Pregame + Apple Music Halftime Show Press Conference, and SZA at Variety Hitmakers Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Nas delivers a rare co-sign to Doechii, Kendrick Lamar, and SZA on De La Soul’s “Run It Back!!” The track…
Image Image Credit JC Olivera / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Kehlani at the 17th Annual ASCAP Women Behind the Music event on November 12, 2025 in Los Angeles, California Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Kehlani criticized ICE for “kidnapping” people from schools, jobs, and churches during a recent interview. They claimed ICE agents were targeting people based on “Spanish-adjacent” last names. The artist previously discussed how their activism has affected industry relationships and album collaborations. Kehlani may be in the middle of rolling out their forthcoming album, but they’re still carving out time to speak on urgent matters.…
Image Image Credit Amal Alhasan / Stringer via Getty Images Image Alt IShowSpeed speaks on stage during the ‘Stream to Mainstream: The New Talents of Global Stardom’ panel at the 2025 Joy Forum at SEF Arena on October 16, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: IShowSpeed’s win highlights the growing influence of Gen Z creators in the digital entertainment world. The Ohio native has built a massive following by blending gaming, Hip Hop, and viral moments. His chaotic, meme-driven style signals a shift in what mainstream streaming success looks like. IShowSpeed, the famed streamer, athlete and…
Image Image Credit Elsa / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt NFL Player Stefon Diggs (R) and rapper Cardi B (L) celebrate after Game Four of the Eastern Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs between the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Cardi B and Stefon Diggs shared the first public photos of their newborn son on Instagram. The baby was wrapped in New England Patriots gear, nodding to Diggs’ NFL team. Fans also got a look at Cardi’s hospital meals, her OB-GYN shoutout, and her return to the gym. Cardi…
Image Image Credit Warner Bros. TV / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Normani appears on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” airing April 4, 2025 in Burbank, California Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Normani’s debut fashion line reflects her bold style and personal brand evolution. The collection features Y2K-inspired pieces, earth tones, and affordable luxury. Some fans questioned the SHEIN partnership, but Normani emphasized accessibility and self-expression. Normani is an incredibly talented R&B singer, sure, but she’s also a fashion It-girl. On Wednesday (Nov. 19), the “Candy Paint” artist unveiled her new clothing brand, NORMANI, in collaboration with SHEIN. Alongside the…
Image Image Credit Prince Williams / Contributor via Getty Images, Timothy Norris / Contributor via Getty Images, and Scott Legato / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Gunna performs onstage during Hot 107.9 Birthday Bash 2025 at State Farm Arena, Ken Carson performs during the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and Rapper Sexyy Red performs at Little Caesars Arena Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: The 2026 edition of Rolling Loud Australia will bring top U.S. rap acts overseas in March. The festival will take place in Sydney and Melbourne, with each city hosting one day of performances. Gunna’s…
DAWJunkie has released DSS-130SE, a free sample-based plugin inspired by the Yamaha PSS-130 keyboard for macOS and Windows. I’m always on the lookout for plugins that bring these quirky 1980s consumer keyboards into the DAW world, and DSS-130SE is exactly that kind of freebie. The original Yamaha PSS-130 came out in 1987. From the modern producer’s perspective, a budget-friendly “home keyboard” isn’t worth much, but these old instruments have a lo-fi charm that’s not so easy to replicate with modern synths. Dawjunkie went all-in on that vibe by sampling the instrument directly and then building a lightweight virtual version with…
Cymatics will release Pandora, a virtual instrument plugin, and the Shrine R&B Collection sound library on November 26th. You can sign up today to claim your free copy. So, Cymatics is gearing up for Black Friday with a pretty cool giveaway. You can claim their upcoming instrument plugin, Pandora, and a new sound library for free by joining their Black Friday VIP list. That said, the odd part is that you need to submit your name, email, and phone number to participate. I’m used to email-gated freebies, but asking for a phone number is a bit out of the ordinary,…