DJ & Live Performance

Tutorial | Jun 03, 2018 by Noah Pred

Make sure your Live sets go off without a hitch with these excellent tips from experienced performer and Live expert, Noah Pred.

Editorial | May 31, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Some say six tracks isn't enough for an album, but most of them haven't had the success of Nine Inch Nails. Here's why the band's latest move could just be a work of genius...

Tutorial | May 30, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Struggling to be productive? Here are 10 ways you can change your approach to your everyday life that will make you better able to focus on making music.

Tutorial | May 18, 2018 by Hollin Jones

It's important to understand the difference between your wider strategy and targeted tactics so your effort is directed most effectively. Here's what you need to know.

Tutorial | May 09, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Every business has its ups and downs and music is no different. Here are some top tips for keeping things moving when times are tough.

Tutorial | May 01, 2018 by Joe Albano

Expert producer Joe Albano shares his years of experience mixing live multitrack recordings. Here's what he has learned about the best way to approach every kind of sound source.

Tutorial | Apr 22, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Cut straight to the heart of how to set up and sample in Elektron's powerful Octatrack MkII. Thavius Beck shows you how in this short video.

Tutorial | Apr 07, 2018 by Sara Simms

By creating custom MIDI maps or using a pre-mapped MIDI controller you can get great hands-on control of your DJ performances from hardware. Sara Simms shows you how to set it up.

Tutorial | Apr 02, 2018 by Rich Tozzoli

Home studios are great but there are many things a pro studio offers that are simply impossible to do in a smaller space. Rich Tozzoli shares his reasons for going pro...

Tutorial | Mar 18, 2018 by Lynda Arnold

Lack of sleep, bad food and no exercise are all factors that can pile up and leave you feeling bad while on the road. Here are 10 ways you can beat the blues and perform at your best.

Tutorial | Mar 16, 2018 by Sara Simms

The technology and methods used to perform electronic music live have changed immeasurably over the last couple of decades. But as Sara Simms explains, there's much more still to come.

Tutorial | Mar 12, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Elise Trouw is an internet sensation. Not just for being a wonderfully talented multi-musician and performer, but for using live looping without a pedal or button in sight. Here's how she does it.

Tutorial | Mar 03, 2018 by Hollin Jones

In this short video from his course covering all aspects of keyboard skills for producers, Matt Vanacoro shows you how to avoid the physical stresses of long term keyboard playing.

Tutorial | Feb 18, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Time management can be something we overlook or even actively get wrong when working on music. Here, G.W Childs shares five of his top tips for making better use of your time and energy.

Tutorial | Feb 11, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

A careful blend of encouragement and tough love can be required if your vocalist turns up poorly prepared. Here are some tips to get them up to speed and get the best take possible.