T Finguz Makes Beat Using MV-8800 w/ Live Bass And Drums
Producer T Finguz takes us inside his studio to talk equipment, digging for CD’s, and gives a walkthrough on how to make beats using the Roland MV-8800, live bass, Korg Triton, and drum set.
Music Roundup: May 2008
So we’ve finally completed the move from Microsoft to all Apple (the upcoming 3G iPhone brings an instant smile) and to celebrate migration to the iPod it seemed like a perfect time for an audio roundup. Reggae heads will no doubt wonder where DJ Trends has been hiding. His One Drop Radio podcasts and Welcome … Read more
Alchemist Talks Eminem, Chemical Warfare, and Prodigy
Alchemist sits down for another interview to discuss his philosophy of collaborations, making of Chemical Warfare, the status of Eminem, and Prodigy’s incarceration. Not a whole lot of production talk contained in the interview, but who can pass up an interview with Al?
Disko Dave Demonstrates Akai MPC 2000XL
Disko Dave of Better Beat Bureau presents us with another top notch MPC 2000XL beat making video. From start to finish Dave begins with a nice soul sample, programs the bassline, then brings us through drums, and sequencing to produce a rock solid track. Much respect for taking the time to zoom in on the … Read more
RJD2 Interview: Talks Sampling And Live Instruments
Ohio native RJD2 talks about creative experimentation, digging for samples, and the occasional use of live instrumentation. He has a very interesting standpoint on the sonic ideal that he’s looking to create by drawing his inspiration from Hip-Hop records from ’88 to 93 era. Was also refreshing to see him list MF Doom as one … Read more
DVD Giveaway: Supreme The Beatmaker Vol. 1 And Git Rite
This week’s Friday giveaway features our man Su-Preme from Sunz of Man. For those who’ve enjoyed his production tutuorials, Su-Preme The Beatmaker Vol. 1 has finally been completed and released. Two (2) lucky readers will receive a copy of both Su-Preme The Beatmaker Vol. 1 and his full length film Git Rite featuring Fredro Starr, … Read more
Evidence of Dilated Peoples Making Beats
From the initial sample, looping, 808, and percussion, Evidence of Dilated Peoples takes through a complete beat construction using the Ensoniq ASR-10.
DJ Premier Speaks of Starting His Label And Remaining Independent
WaxPoetics Radio, Scion, and DJ Monk One bless us with an interview as Primo speaks about selling his home to start HeadQcuarterz studios, major labels ruining Hip-Hop, and his decision to start his own label Year-Round records. He also talks about importance of maintaining the culture, remaining independent, and the state of New York Hip-Hop. … Read more
Dame Grease Addresses Rumors of Beef w/ Swizz Beatz
Producer Dame Grease sets the record straight about false rumors of having beef with Swizz Beatz, being truthful, and nature of controversy.
Vinroc Shows The Art of Beat Making
Anyone remember Vinroc’s Recon-Struction mixtape that rocked the DJ scene back around ’97? For me it was one of those releases amazing not only for its technical skill, but also the creative boundaries broken and quality music selection. This time around turntablist turned producer Vinroc conjures up one of the best produced beatmaking videos/films of … Read more