DJ & Live Performance

Tutorial | Nov 10, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced DJ, using hardware or software, there's always something new to learn. Sharpen up your skills with these two videos on Live and scratch techniques.

Tutorial | Nov 05, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Working as a session musician can be fun and rewarding, but it can be an uphill climb to get to where you want to be. G.W Childs shares five of his top tips for establishing yourself.

Tutorial | Oct 25, 2017 by Sara Simms

Adding live effects to your DJ setup can bring an added level of dynamics to a performance. And if they're foot controlled, your hands are free to scratch! Sara Simms shows you how it's done.

Tutorial | Oct 21, 2017 by Joshua Casper

What if you could take the exact performance of a classic drum loop and recreate it using your own samples, with just a few steps? With SD3 and Regroover, you can! Here's how.

Tutorial | Oct 18, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

What does it take to be a successful electronic musician? Talent and belief, but also some other, less obvious qualities. Read on to find out how many of them you have...

Tutorial | Oct 13, 2017 by Sara Simms

Roland's TR-09 is a great-sounding drum machine, but if you're not familiar with old school programming styles it can be confusing at first. Sara Simms shortcuts you to some great beats.

Tutorial | Oct 08, 2017 by Noah Pred

Rekordbox has made waves in the DJ world, but not everyone is on board quite yet. Noah Pred gives you 5 reasons why you really should be using the latest version 5.

Tutorial | Oct 02, 2017 by Joe Albano

Making authentic drum patterns even if you're not a drummer isn't as hard as you might have thought. Joe Albano takes you through the fundamentals of programming a great beat.

Tutorial | Sep 29, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

If you only watch one video today (or two) we'd recommend these two showing you how cool Sample Logic's Arpology can be for sound design and patterns you'd normally not dream of making.

Tutorial | Sep 07, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Being original can be one of the toughest parts of composing new music. Here are five steps to help you avoid repetition and come up with some truly new ideas.

Tutorial | Aug 28, 2017 by Jay Asher

In a departure from the serious side of music production tutorials and techniques, Jay Asher takes us on a journey through musical history with these 10 unusual facts that will surprise you.

Tutorial | Aug 20, 2017 by Jade Wii

One generation can sometimes have preconceived ideas about another. Here, JAde Wii debunks some notions you may have held, or been on the receiving end of.

Tutorial | Aug 07, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Sometimes it can be hard to ignore that nagging voice inside your head that's holding you back. Here are five tips to help you better understand your own creativity.

Tutorial | Jul 19, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Just pressing the Go button isn't enough to guarantee a good performance. Here, G.W Childs shares some of the things he's learned from hosting live streams.

Tutorial | Jul 15, 2017 by Sara Simms

Do you love Rane mixers but prefer to DJ with Traktor? Would you like to use Rane's custom Traktor mappings for Rane 62/64 mixers, but aren't quite sure how to start? You're in the right place.