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BandCamp’s Bulk Edit Not Working? Explaining the Cause and Solution

IntroductionBandCamp is an incredibly useful platform for independent artists, allowing them to sell their works directl...

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Redefining Success for Beatmakers

Success for beatmakers once meant maximizing reach through YouTube views and AdSense revenue. Today, saturated markets a...

Beatmaker Mindset

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The Reason “Letting Go” Helps You Gain More

You may have heard the phrase, "Letting go helps you gain more." At first glance, this may seem paradoxical, but hidden ...

How to Name Your Beat

A great beat title grabs attention, sets the mood, boosts recall, and strengthens your brand. Here’s how to craft one:Ma...

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I am a beatmaker. Teach me how to input MIDI from a hummed melody.

Converting a hummed melody into MIDI data generally involves the following steps:

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Overcoming Creative Slumps in Beatmaking and Rediscovering Your Passion

Every beatmaker, whether a seasoned veteran or an enthusiastic beginner, will eventually face the dreaded moment when ma...

Beatmaker Mindset

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How important are internal links?

Internal links are a crucial component of website architecture and SEO (Search Engine Optimization). They serve several ...

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Move Beyond Lease Beats to Expand Your Creativity

Lease beats may be a starting point for music producers, but transitioning away from them unlocks greater creative freed...

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Tips to improve your rap skills

Learning to love your own voice.

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Securely Storing Bitcoin Mnemonic Phrases in Your Brain: A Step-by-Step Guide

As the world becomes increasingly digital and decentralized, it is no surprise that cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin hav...

Cryptocurrency Security

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

As a beatmaker, there are various ways to effectively use a chorus in your music. The chorus is generally considered the...

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I signed up with IMRO via BeatStars publishing. If I register beats on BeatStars publishing, what is the cut of IMRO and BeatStars publishing?

Here is the breakdown of your writer's share and publisher's share based on the terms of BeatStars Publishing:Writer's S...

I’m a beatmaker. Should I target artists or fans?

As a beatmaker, whether you should target artists or fans can vary depending on your business model and career goals. Be...

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Simple Steps to Create a Hip-Hop Melody

Set the Mood and ThemeHappy vibe → Major scale.Dark/emotional vibe → Minor scale.Pick a ScaleCommon choices:Pentatonic S...

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The Importance of Proper Management of Music Project Files for Beatmakers Selling Beats

In the era of digital music production, beatmakers have taken the industry by storm. With the increase in demand for ins...

Beat Selling Site

The Importance of Consistency for Beatmakers

To forge a successful career as a beatmaker, several elements come into play. These include technical skills, creativity...

Why Distributing Beats for Free Can Lead to Revenue

The world of music is constantly evolving, with the digital music realm experiencing particularly rapid changes. Among t...

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How to Chop Samples in Beatmaking: A Comprehensive Guide

Beatmaking is the foundation of modern music production, and one of the most essential techniques in the beatmaking proc...

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WAV vs MP3 in Beatmaking: Understanding the Key Differences

Beatmaking is an integral part of modern music production, where the creation of rhythm and groove forms the backbone of...

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How the Price of Music NFTs is Determined: Factors Influencing the Value of Digital Music Ownership

The emergence of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) has created a new market for digital assets, including music. Music NFTs hav...

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What Should I Rap About? Exploring Sources of Inspiration for Meaningful and Impactful Music

One of the most significant questions that new rappers often ask themselves is, "What should I rap about?" This question...

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How to Choose the Right BPM for Rap Beatmaking

When creating a rap beat, deciding on the right BPM (Beats Per Minute) is crucial. The tempo of the track significantly ...

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Tips to Improve Vocal Recording Quality

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

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

Use a compressor. Also, record an extra take.

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How do you count bars when recording a rap?

In rap, a bar is four beats, with lyrics arranged to match the rhythm.How to Count Bars:Count Beats: Count “1, 2, 3, 4” ...

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When recording rap vocals, is it better to make the breath sounds less noticeable through mixing, or is it better not to apply such processing?

When it comes to recording rap vocals, there is no definitive answer on whether breath sounds should be made less notice...

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Essential Equipment for Recording Rap Songs

MicrophoneBeginner Option: Audio-Technica AT2020 (great quality for the price).Higher Quality: Rode NT1-A (clear, profes...

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What headphones are suitable for recording rap?

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x : Headphones with clear sound and flat frequency response suitable for professional studio use.S...

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What are some tips for recording rap with a condenser microphone?

When recording rap vocals with a condenser microphone, there are several tips that can help you achieve the best possibl...

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When recording rap, what should you consider when adding overdubs?

I personally think a longer release on the overdub is more interesting, but it depends on the situation.

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