Independent artists now have access to purchase hundreds of thousands of beats and backing tracks online, making it much easier to create high-quality tracks. While purchasing your beat is a great place to start, it’s…

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Everyone knows that going viral can be a fast track to success BUT how is this achieved in this fast paced and saturation online world? If you are an artist trying to take this route…
As beatmakers, it’s easy to get caught up in crafting the perfect drums, melodies, chords, and basslines. But one crucial element often gets overlooked—percussion. And yet, it’s precisely this element that has helped shape the…
One crucial yet often overlooked aspect of mastering is how limiting affects the energy of your low-end. In an insightful video from The Cosmic Academy, the impact of different limiter settings on sub-frequencies is explored…
In music production, getting the right sounds, samples or beats can make or break a track. Whether you’re working on hard-hitting hip-hop, smooth R&B or a slamming EDM banger, getting your hands on high-quality samples…
If you’re an independent artist looking to make your mark in the music industry, you might see leasing beats as a compromise—something less professional or authentic. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Leased…
YouTube music tutorial channel The Cosmic Academy have just dropped 5 essential tips to help you improve the sound and quality of your productions. In their words – 5 ways to prevent you from sounding…
Synthwave is a nostalgic and atmospheric genre that blends the dreamy synth drenched sounds of the 80s with modern production techniques. Whether you’re a fan of retro-futuristic aesthetics, neon-lit cityscapes, or simply love the warm…
If you’re just starting out in music—whether as a vocalist or beatmaker—understanding the fundamentals of song structure is essential. This guide will break down the key principles in a clear and simple way, helping you…
As a beatmaker you may have the hottest beats since Pharell Williams met Chad Hugo BUT unless you fully capitalize on them you might not be achieving your full potential. To truly thrive, you need…