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5 Quincy Jones songs producers need to hear
In tribute to Quincy Jones, who has passed away aged 91 it’s time to take some tips from the master
Usable music theory: How to create a chord progression from any melody
12 easy steps to harmonising in your DAW
Music theory 101: notes, intervals, scales and chords explained
There can be little doubt that understanding how music works can help you to make better music; or, at the very least, make things easier when you’re at the composing stage of your project.
5 songs guitarists need to hear by… John Frusciante
Best of 2022: As the Chili Peppers readied their comeback album with him, we brought you an essential introduction to Frusciante magik
The best new electronic drum gear of 2022, as voted for by you
The kits, pads and software that got you plugged in this year
Tears for Fears' Roland Orzabal: “My favourite guitarists are probably David Byrne and Paul Weller. I love anyone who can hit an open chord and make it sing”
As Tears For Fears return with their first album in 17 years, Orzabal discusses guitar, synth, the evolution of their sound, and why he and Curt Smith had to forget about writing hits
