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“When used in conjunction with other unextended chords, it will sound amazing”: How to enhance your songwriting with major sevenths
From bossanovas to Carole King and even James Bond villains, the major seventh can completely change your song’s mood.
“Calling anything with a loop or sample in it ‘hardgroove’ is kinda annoying and often misunderstands what the sound actually is”: Exploring the hardgroove genre
This techno subgenre has been rediscovered in recent years, but what elements make it stand apart from the rest?
“Learning how to mix is almost as important as hitting on your original musical idea”: New to the mixing process? Start here
Don't let a brilliant song be swallowed up in a bad mix by following our guide to the central principles of the process
What are the best online singing lessons in 2025? Our expert pick of remote tuition platforms for aspiring vocalists
From Singeo to 30 Day Singer, keep reading to discover which online vocal lessons our experts recommend
“Let's go back to the mid-'80s where dance music began”: Your guide to creating a classic house track from scratch
Produce an authentic-sounding house track with a dose of acid in 10 easy steps
What are the best online guitar lessons in 2025? I review guitar gear for a living and these are my favourite lessons platforms
My pick of the best online guitar courses will get your playing up to speed from the comfort of your own home, whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player
Why Paul McCartney’s intuition-led attitude to songwriting is worth taking onboard
The Beatles’ legend has long been open about how his songwriting workflow is guided by ideas and not a rigid format
A music professor breaks down Brian Eno's Ambient 1: Music For Airports
Following the release of Gary Hustwit's long-awaited Eno documentary, our resident music prof puts the fabled producer's most celebrated release under the musical microscope
