The Producer’s Swap Meet Beat Battle is going down in NYC this weekend for anyone in need of a competition. For skilled producers, the pros might just outweigh the cons. Pros: Solid promo and networking opportunities for the winner. Cons: Undisclosed cash prize, non-refundable $30 pre-entry fee, undisclosed judge panel, no mention of 2nd or … Read more
Yet another way to visually inspire your recording studio. The Sound/Chair designed by Matthew Plummer Fernandez is made out of water-jet cut polyethylene foam and was designed to match 719 sound waves. Of course, with the roughly $6,700 USD price tag, you might find more appropriate allocations for your recording budget.
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From battling cancer to battling with beats, Chicago producer Rob Bates is ready for war. Rob received his chance while standing in line waiting to watch the Chicago heat of the Red Bull Big Tune Beat Battle. Jake One gave the cosign and all of a sudden he was a contestant and ultimately a finalist … Read more
I guess that I’m obliged to report this… lately I’ve been trying to avoid news items that bastardize an important art form, but producer QD3 and Numark wouldn’t have it any other other way. Thanks to Scratch: The Ultimate DJ, armed with a Numark controller and PS3 or XBox 360, legions of living room DJ’s … Read more
Rik Cordero, Royce 5’9", and DJ Premier talk about the single "Shake This" and the impact Royce has had on fans.
According to DJ Quik, Dr. Dre is receiving pianos lesson from Burt Bacharach and reinterpreting Chopin compositions. He also talks about mixing the Murs album and 9th Wonder’s production.
Production pro Pete Rock, Sean C, and LV talk equipment, samplers, and drum machines. Did somebody say chop shop???
If you’ve got the time, swing by NYC’s Madison Square Park this Saturday to see Damu The Fudgemunk handing out his brand of MPC goodness.
The Alchemist plays with iPhone and comments on Evidence’s The Layover EP.
QB producer Large Professor drops an interview and explains the title of his Main Source album, past projects, and Nas’ debut.