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Hugo
1. Build your Hugo site (create/update /public): hugo * This builds your static site in the public/ directory. 2. Run Pagefind to index the site: npx pagefind --site public * This command creates the /public/pagefind/ folder, which contains the JavaScript and CSS needed for the search UI. Important: * You must
Ghost.org
Do you want to use your own .com or .net for your Ghost blog? It’s actually pretty easy, but there’s an important step: You should use a service called Cloudflare for your domain’s settings. Let’s break down why and how to do it!
AI Beatmaking
Here are some important things to keep in mind as AI beatmaker: 1. Use AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement AI can help you come up with ideas, sounds, and patterns. But your own style and choices make your beats unique. Use AI to support your creativity, not take
Suno
When you make music with Suno, you can download your song as either a WAV file or an MP3 file. But which one should you pick? Let’s break down the differences in a simple way. What is a WAV File? * WAV files hold music in a big, uncompressed way.
Suno
AI platforms like Suno and Udio have changed music production by letting creators generate, edit, and extract high-quality stems—vocals, drums, bass, and more—from AI-made tracks with just a few clicks. But even these cutting-edge tools introduce artifacts, and understanding how to handle them is key for any AI
AI Beatmaking
Making beats with AI is super cool and fast, but mixing is what really makes them sound awesome. Here are some easy steps to help your AI beats stand out: 1. Adjust the Volume for Each Part Start by fixing the volume for every part of your beat. AI usually
Beatmaker Mindset
Some beatmakers seem to earn money without even trying. But what are they really doing? They are always changing. When you change, you might lose some fans. Your current fans like you just the way you are. If you do something different, some of them won’t like it and
Suno
Some people using Suno 4.5+ have noticed something. That is, this version often adds a lot of reverb to the songs. What is Reverb? Reverb is a sound effect. It makes music sound like it was made in a big room or hall. Sometimes, too much reverb can make
AI Music
Recently, creating music with AI has become increasingly common. Music generation AI tools are incredibly convenient-just enter a prompt, and a song is produced… or so it might seem. In my case, though, I mostly use my own music as input. Rather than leaving everything to AI from scratch, I
Beatmaker's thoughts, stories and ideas.
Making videos for YouTube is fun, but it comes with some problems. One big problem is copyright claims from music companies. Rick Beato, a popular YouTuber, talked about this in a recent video. He explained how music companies use YouTube’s Content ID system to take money from video creators—
I distribute through Distrokid. I have an ISRC. I seem to not have ISWC. What is it? Is it normal to not have it? ISRC: What You Have * ISRC (International Standard Recording Code): This is a unique code that identifies a particular recording (the audio file or track) of a
Getting stuck when making music is super common. Sometimes your mind goes blank, and you just can’t think of what to make next. That’s called a “creative block.” But guess what? AI can help you break through it. Let’s see how tools like Suno and Udio make
AI is changing how beatmakers work. The two biggest new tools—Suno and Udio—are making music creation easier than ever. But does this mean beatmakers should worry? Or is this just a new way to make cool music? How Do Suno & Udio Work? * Suno and Udio are AI
If I export stem from Suno, sample one of the stems, chop the sample using Ableton's simpler, flip it, and then create a new beat out of it, is it still AI-assisted even if I did everything by myself? If you export a stem from Suno (an AI
This is crazy. Soundrop mentioned that they will be increasing their price from $0.99 to $4.99 from August 1, 2025. I am not sure if BeatStars member are affected or not, but people might have to start looking for alternatives. If you are looking to change to Distrokid,
Have you ever paid 50 credits to extract stems from a song on Suno, only to have the system generate just two audio parts? I have. 50 credits is a significant amount, so it was pretty shocking. Where is my bass? It seems like it is still mixed with the
Let’s compare the originality of chopping record samples versus Suno stems, focusing on beatmaking: Chopping Record Samples * Source: Refers to using music from existing, traditionally released records (vinyl, CDs, etc.), often decades old or from famous artists. * Originality Factor: * Originality comes from how you flip/chop the sample—unique
As music production tools continue to evolve, new workflows emerge that unlock fresh creative possibilities. Recently, I discovered the joy of exporting stems from Suno and chopping them up in Ableton Live’s Simpler device to create brand new phrases. This process brings a refreshing hands-on element to music made
Deezer, the popular music streaming platform, has announced a new initiative to address the growing presence of AI-generated music. This move aims to protect the rights of both artists and listeners while ensuring transparency in how music is presented on the platform. Overview of Deezer's AI-Generated Music Tagging
The recent addition of the Playlist feature in Suno 4.5+—which lets you “pick a playlist of your own songs to inspire your next creation” and promises that only your music will be used to shape the output—marks a significant evolution in the landscape of AI-powered music creation.
