Thursday, July 31, 2014

Westwood - DJ Mustard Interview



DJ Mustard speaks to Westwood on Capital Xtra about his new album 10 Summers, producing for artists, touring, new label with YG & Ty Dolla Sign, tattoos, family & women.








Part 1



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Part 2



Wednesday, July 30, 2014

FL Studio Guru | FL Studio 32 vs 64 Bit


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FL Studio 64 Bit is available as a free option for existing and new customers. FL Studio 64 and 32 Bit are included in the single FL Studio installer. FL Studio 64 Bit was introduced at FL Studio version 11.1 on July 2014.

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Nuendo 6.5 now shipping




Nuendo 6.5 is currently shipping to wholesalers and merchants around the world. Additionally accessible through the Steinberg Online Shop, Nuendo's most recent point update features automated loudness processing a professional bass management, Trackversion playlists, track visibilty management, enhanced AAF support and much more. A clear emphasis lies on the ADR taker with enhancements for voice and foley recordings, such as new playback/recording modes, automated naming and pre-record buffer.Nuendo’s popular add-on package, the Nuendo Expansion Kit, will also be updated to version 6.5.




Wednesday, July 23, 2014

DJ Mustard - "10 Summers" Cover & Tracklist


Producer DJ Mustard is releasing his debut album "10 Summers" August 12 exclusively through Google Play’s streaming service All Access. The album will be free on Google Play for the first two weeks of its release.

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(Checkout the official tracklist below)


















 1. Low Low Feat. Nipsey Hussle, TeeCee & RJ 
 2. Ghetto Tales Feat. Jay 305 & TeeCee
 3. Throw Your Hood Up Feat. Dom Kennedy, Royce & RJ
 4. No Reason Feat. YG, Jeezy, Nipsey Hussle & RJ
 5. Giuseppee Feat. 2 Chainz and Jeezy & Yo Gotti
 6. Face Down Feat. Lil Wayne, Big Sean, YG & Boosie Badazz
 7. Down On Me Feat. 2 Chainz & Ty Dolla $ign
 8. Can’t Tell Me Shit Feat. IamSu! & AKAFrank 
 9. Tinashe Checks In (Interlude)
10. 4 Digits Feat. Fabolous & Eric Bellinger
11. Ty Dolla $ign Checks In (Interlude)
12. Deep Feat. Rick Ross, Wiz Khalifa & TeeFli

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Kendrick Lamar Style Tutorial Preview



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Finished beat preview of a 13 Part Kendrick Lamar Style Tutorial, enjoy!




Saturday, July 19, 2014

J Dilla's equipment added to the Smithsonian Muesum


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The Smithsonian Institution will incorporate two peices of music gear claimed by respected hip-hop maker James "J Dilla" Yancey in its impending completed National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Friday, July 18, 2014



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 How to install your own skin or background in FL Studio.







Wednesday, July 16, 2014

VST Connect Performer for iPad


















VST Connect Performer is now also available as an iOS app for the iPad. Previously only available as versions for OS X and Windows, VST Connect Performer offers online remote recording collaboration with producers and musicians in real time.
VST Connect Performer requires a peer-to-peer connection with the VST Connect SE (included in Cubase versions 7.5 and 7 and Nuendo versions 6.5 and 6) or VST Connect Pro plug-ins provide talkback, video and and audio playback between the iPad and host computer.

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Via: Steinberg

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

FL Studio 64 Bit | Product Launch


FL Studio 64 Bit features

Access up to 512 GB memory, depending on your Windows version. 
32 Bit bridged and 64 Bit native VST plugin support.
Project compatibility between 32 and 64 Bit versions.
FL Studio available as a 64 Bit VST plugin for use in 64 Bit VST hosts.

Limitations

The following features & plugins rely on 3rd party code that is not available in 64 Bit at this time - Buzz Adapter, Edison 'Clean Audio' function*, FL Slayer, Fruity Soundfont Player*, Synthmaker/Flowstone*, Wasp/Wasp XT.

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Monday, July 14, 2014

Mike Will Made It - Ransom (Mixtape Cover)



Mike Will Made It releases the cover of his forthcoming Ransom mixtape. 


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DJ Mustard Interview with Charlie Sloth



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DJ Mustard chops it up with Charlie Sloth

Sunday, July 13, 2014



      Features:
  • Piano Loops include BPMs.
  • Compatible with ALL DAW systems (Logic, Reason, Ableton, FL Studio, Protools, etc)
  • ALSO includes 5 BONUS Samples From Previous Flatline Friday Contest
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Saturday, July 12, 2014

Diddy Big Homie Technique Tutorial Preview



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Finished beat preview of a Diddy Big Homie Style 15 Part HD FL Studio Video Tutorial


Thursday, July 10, 2014








CIRCUIT HALO melds the classic sounds of vintage synths and drum machines with the style and techniques of intricate electronica.

- Multi-sampled vintage synths for authentic sound
- Uptempo modern patterns for 21st century production
- All-new REAKTOR PRISM and MASSIVE presets








Wednesday, July 9, 2014

WaveLab 8.5 Trial and WaveLab 8.0.4 update







Today Steinberg released a free trial version of its WaveLab 8.5 professional mastering suite and provides the final 8.0.4 maintenance update for the previous version, WaveLab 8. 

The WaveLab 8.5 trial version may be used for a period of 30 days and comes with the same functions that the full version has to offer, including Watch Folders, Encoder Checker and Multi-Format rendering.*  To download the trial and update click here




Via: Steinberg



Tuesday, July 8, 2014


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Hot 97 interviews AraabMuzik , and he shows his skills on the mpc.








Via: Hot 97

Mac OS X VST Alpha 5



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Alpha 5 is now available so users can Alpha test Harmor, Sytrus, Maximus and Gross Beat native OS X, 32 Bit, VST plugins. To download the vsts from image line click here

Changes (Alpha 5)

General: FL-style menus instead of slow OS X menus
General: UI-responsiveness improved (previously it could be hard to click on checkboxes etc.)
Harmor/Sytrus: Fixed preset compatibility issues (3rd party presets)
Harmor: Visual feedback panel can be now shown
Harmor: About panel can be now shown


NOTE: The 64 Bit versions of these plugins will be available later. 


Monday, July 7, 2014


 Register For A Beat Generals Account 

Beat Generals helps you unleash your inner super producer by teaching you all the techniques and tricks the pros use to create the hottest beats on the radio today.



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Nexus has released a new expansion called "Sound of the 90s 2"It features great sounds from the decade that helped inspire the sounds of today. After the arrival of Vol.1, there were still an excess of sounds to impart - all composed utilizing genuine,90s synth equipment. These genuinely fantastic, retro sounds add a touch of recognition to any future-forward track!

The expansion is available for purchase at refx.com

You can listen to a demo track for this new expansion below.








Via: Refx.

Friday, July 4, 2014

Cardiak Presents All Slaughter The Drum Kit




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•Over 50 drum sounds (Kicks, Snares, Loops ect.) in WAV format.

•All drum sounds were hand-picked, created, stripped, and taken straight from actual Cardiak produced tracks.
•Compatible with ALL DAW systems (Logic, Reason, Ableton, FL Studio, Protools, etc)

•Includes drums used on actual songs Cardiak produced for Slaughter House

To download the kit click here




Thursday, July 3, 2014

Komplete Frenzy


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For a limited time only, save big on the industry-leading instruments and effects. Get KOMPLETE 9, with 33 products and over 12,000 sounds, or think bigger -- KOMPLETE 9 ULTIMATE includes a colossal 65 KOMPLETE products and over 16,000 sounds. 







Get in on the frenzy -- only while stocks last 
http://www.native-instruments.com/en/specials/komplete-frenzy/

Wednesday, July 2, 2014


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Jordans today are more popular now then they ever were. Hiphop producer Young Chop understands that to the fullest stating how the Air Jordan Retros will never fall off. Check out the entire clip above to hear what he had to say.





VIA: Sneaker Watch





In this video course tutor Anthony Chapman previews what you can expect on our newly-revamped Mixing Dance Music in Ableton course

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Ableton Live 9: 30 Quick-Fire Tips


Ableton Live course tutor Freddy Frogs gives you 30 unmissable Live tips for beginners and advanced users. 

If you want to learn more about Ableton Live and check out some courses click here


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This is not a finished version of the program, it's not even a beta version of FL Studio 12. It's a pre-beta, still under construction, so it's likely to change significantly prior to release and projects made in it may not be compatible with the final version.








Via: Image-Line

Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Playing Drums and Samples with Ableton Push


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Berlin-based beatmaker Playpad Circus puts Ableton's Push through its paces, showing the ins and outs of Drum Mode and the step sequencer.