Red Bull Big Tune NY Trailer: Finals To Air On BET
Finalists prepare for war at the New York Finals of the Red Bull Big Tune Beat Battle. Complete episode airs April 11th, 2009 on BET.
The Resurrection of Vinyl Continues
AM New York and ABC News have taken notice of the recent rise in vinyl’s popularity. LP sales have risen while those of CD’s and digital formats have decreased. Reasons cited for the trend are collectibility, personal meaning, sonic differences, and the cool factor. Of course, none of this is news to Crate Kings readers … Read more
Drum Machines On Location aka Traveling Beauties
Drum machine junkies will certainly appreciate the beauty of drum pads being rocked in various locations. Unfortunately, the destruction that takes place in last scene is sure to break your heart. [via ST]
Rsonist Warns To Stay Away From the Music Industry
Rsonist of production crew The Heatmakerz talks about upcoming projects with the Crash Crew, the changing role of internet marketing with new music, and current musical trends in Hip-Hop. He also discusses initially working with Dip Set, receiving track placements on the Diplomatic Immunity album, and warns that "the music game is not all it’s … Read more
Sha Money XL On Music Business and Producer’s Conference
Money Management’s Sha Money XL talks networking, branding, and the One Stop Shop Producer’s Conference. He also discusses the importance of sincerity, reciprocity, and responsibility in the music business.
DJ Toomp Vs Chairman Mao At Red Bull Music Academy
DJ Toomp runs down some of his production history, career highlights, and working on Jay Z’s "Say Hello To The Bad Guy" and T.I.’s "Motivation". The two hour interview covers everything from samples and drums to preferred equipment and personal sound.
Akai Pro Interviews The Alchemist: MPC Products + Production History
Akai Pro got together with producer The Alchemist to discuss a number of topics including the origins of his name, getting involved in music, and his early use of the MPC3000 and Ensoniq ASR 10, and later move to the MPC. While it’s pretty much a big promo drop for Akai, it’s still a good … Read more
3rd Annual One Stop Shop Producer’s Conference
Sha Money XL’s One Stop Shop Producer’s Conference takes place from May 9-10, 2009 in Phoenix, AZ. The Phoenix Hyatt Regency will play host to the event which features A&R, technology, management, and producers panels along with breakout sessions, afterparties, and producer showcase. Scheduled guests and panelists include: DJ Premiere, Polow Da Don, Pete Rock, … Read more
Will Sessions x Black Milk – Slum Village Recording Session
Black Milk and Will Sessions band members Sam, Tim, and Bryan show us some behind the scenes action during a Slum Village recording session for "The Listening". Bass, drums, and horns are all recorded live for the track. [Respect to Mach3]
Akai MPC5000 OS 2.0 Released
Akai has announced the release of OS 2.0 for the MPC 5000. Taking user feedback into account, the free 2.0 upgrade includes over 25 added improvements and functions. Some of additions and improvements include: Ability to import S1000, S3000, S5000/S6000, Z4/Z8 and MPC4000-format sample libraries from Akai Professional and third party developers. Automation recording for … Read more