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Beatmaking

Mixing Down Hip-Hop Beats: Basic Steps and Techniques

Creating hip-hop beats involves more than just laying down sounds. It requires appropriate mixing and mastering to ensur...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaking

Rap/Vocals

What to do when rap lyrics don’t come to mind

Here are a few things you can try when you're feeling stuck writing rap lyrics:

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

Tips to Improve Vocal Recording Quality

Try these solutions:Recording EnvironmentReduce noise: Use curtains or blankets on walls and floors.Microphone distance:...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Beatmaker Mindset

Keeping the Rhythm: Staying Consistent in Beatmaking Amidst Challenges

IntroductionThe world of beatmaking can be a challenging one, a vast creative landscape that requires not only talent bu...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

AI Music

Is AI Music Profitable? No, It’s Not. So Why Do It?

AI-powered music creation has become a hot topic in recent years. With tools that assist in composing and arranging musi...

2025.02.05 Genx Beats

AI Music

Beat Marketing

Adapting to the Era of Single-Track Creation: New Strategies for beatmakers in a Changing Music Industry

The music industry is rapidly changing, and particularly the process of creation and distribution for beatmakers is evol...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Marketing

Beatmaking

I’m a beatmaker. Please tell me the difference between MP3 and WAV.

As a beatmaker, understanding the difference between MP3 and WAV audio file formats can be quite useful. Here's a breakd...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaking

Beat Marketing

The Phenomenon of Sudden Spikes in Online Music Plays: What’s the Cause?

There could be several reasons why you're seeing sudden spikes in your music plays. Here are a few possibilities:

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Marketing

Rap/Vocals

[Rap] What to do when you want to thicken your recorded voice.

Use a compressor. Also, record an extra take.

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Beatmaking

I’m a beatmaker. Teach me how to use timestretch.

Time-stretching is a technique used to alter the tempo of an audio sample or track without affecting its pitch. This cap...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaking

Beat Marketing

Please tell me how important it is for beatmakers to have their own website.

Having your own website as a beatmaker offers various advantages:

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Marketing

Beatmaker Mindset

The Fallacy of Busyness, the Importance of Efficiency, and Mental Health

IntroductionMany of us lead busy lives, often equating busyness with success and achievement. We sometimes even compromi...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

Beatmaker Mindset

Challenges and Dynamics of Monetizing in the Beat-Making Business

The question about the phenomenon in the beat-making business, where revenue is generated when working without concern f...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

Beatmaking

Hip-Hop Beat Transition Techniques

Drum VariationsDrum stops or fills (e.g., snare rolls).Sound Effects (SFX)Reverse effects, scratch sounds, or white nois...

2025.02.12 Genx Beats

Beatmaking

Beatmaking

Ableton Live Overview

Ableton Live is a leading DAW for producers, DJs, and performers, known for its live performance capabilities, intuitive...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaking

AI Music

The Future of Music Production Polarizes with the Advent of AI

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is bringing about a significant transformation in the music indust...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

AI Music

Beat Selling Site

Would artists care about the difference between mp3 and WAV when using a beat?

Artists often prefer WAV files over MP3 when using a beat due to the following reasons:Audio Quality: WAV files are unco...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Selling Site

AI Music

Is It Legal For You To Use AI-Created Songs?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant progress in the past few years, venturing into various fields, includi...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

AI Music

Beat Marketing

Generalist vs. Specialist Platforms

Generalist platforms like YouTube, SoundCloud, and Audius offer diversity but make finding specific or ethical rappers c...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Marketing

Suno

How about the stem download feature in Suno?

Suno's stems are only separated into two parts: vocals and instrumentals. If you want to separate the instrumentals furt...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Suno

Rap/Vocals

Why Does Every Beat End Up Sounding Like “You”?

When creating music or producing beats, you might find that no matter how hard you try to experiment with new styles or ...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

How to choose a rapper name

How to Choose a Rapper NameReflect on YourselfUse your name, nickname, culture, or personality traits.Get CreativeTry pu...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

How to Choose a DAW to Make a Rap Song: Mobile Options

In today’s music production landscape, creating rap songs has become more accessible than ever, especially with mobile a...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

Using a De-Esser When Recording Vocals: Tips and Techniques

Recording vocals can be challenging, and one of the most common problems encountered is sibilance. Sibilance refers to t...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

What makes a good rap piece?

You can't get there by doing it alone. You can't get there by buying and selling beats. Only when artists and producers ...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

How to improve your rap flow

Practice makes perfect.

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

What should I pay attention to when recording rap?

The only rule is to make sure the waveform does not exceed 0dB (called clipping).

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

How to Make Your Recorded Rap Vocals Sound Thicker: Use a Compressor and Record Overdubs

When recording rap vocals, have you ever felt like your voice sounds thin or lacks presence? In rap, the thickness and p...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

What are the headphones suitable for rap recording?

When choosing headphones suitable for rap recording, it's important to consider the following factors:

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

The Importance of Flow in Rap

In rap, flow stands as one of the most crucial elements. It refers to the way a rap comes across as smooth, natural, and...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals