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Hip-hop is constantly growing. The last few decades have seen a crazy surge in popularity for hip-hop and R&B. What does this mean for society, and what does it mean for the music itself? Music credit goes to HookSounds. Hip-Hop Becomes Dominant U.S. Genre: https://www.forbes.com/sites/hughmcintyre/2017/07/17/hip-hoprb-has-now-become-the-dominant-genre-in-the-u-s-for-the-first-time/#43e859bd5383…

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Analog vs. Digital - Behind the Record 08 10:28

7 years ago10:28

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In this episode I talk about analog music vs. digital music. Covers how each functions, their differences, advantages, and disadvantages. Music credit goes to HookSounds. Analog vs. Digital Overview: https://www.klipsch.com/blog/digital-vs-analog-audio Analog/Digital Advantages & Disadvantages: http://www.planetoftunes.com/digital-audio/pros-and-cons-of-analogue-and-digital-audio.html#.WvIKMKSUthE…

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Independent Artists - Behind the Record 07 9:22

7 years ago9:22

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What is an independent artist? Why are artists increasingly choosing to go independent from labels? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? What are some examples of artists who have been successful independently? Music credit goes to HookSounds. Billboard Top Independent Artists 2017: https://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/2017/independent-artists…

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Music Streaming Part 2 - Behind the Record 06 9:22

7 years ago9:22

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How have music streaming services changed the financial landscape of the industry? Are musicians being paid enough for their streams? This is part 2 of 2 in the Behind the Record music streaming series. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Sources: https://www.statista.com/statistics/186688/downloads-of-digital-music-singles-in-the-us-since-2004/ https://www.sutori.com/story/history-of-music-streaming https://www.theverge.com/2015/12/7/9861372/spotify-year-in-review-artist-payment-royalties https://medium.com/bandbasher/5-things-artists-need-to-know-about-their-44-increase-in-streaming-profits-51d680ab9fb5…

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Music Streaming Part 1 - Behind the Record 05 13:11

7 years ago13:11

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How popular is music streaming today? How does it fit into the industry? This is part 1 of 2 in the Behind the Record music streaming series. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Apple Music vs. Spotify - streaming stats & features: https://www.digitaltrends.com/music/apple-music-vs-spotify/ Comparison of major streaming services (stats): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_on-demand_music_streaming_services History of music streaming & financial controversy: https://www.sutori.com/story/history-of-music-streaming…

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Home Studio Guide - Behind the Record 04 14:55

7 years ago14:55

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What are the essential pieces of gear that a beginner needs for a home studio? Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Blue Yeti Microphone: https://www.bluedesigns.com/products/yeti/ MXL 770 Microphone: http://www.mxlmics.com/microphones/studio/770/ DAW Guide: https://ehomerecordingstudio.com/best-daw-software/ Audio Interface Guide: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/audio/buying-guide/audio-interfaces Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio Interface: https://us.focusrite.com/usb-audio-interfaces/scarlett-solo Mackie CR Studio Monitors: http://mackie.com/products/cr-series…

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Microphones - Behind the Record 03 12:37

7 years ago12:37

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This episode deals with different kinds of microphones, how they are used for commercial music, and what their variety and complexity says about the overall music creation process. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Sources/Additional Info: The Making of Where Are U Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mY5FNRh0h4 First Recorded Song: http://www.craveonline.com/music/669691-listen-to-the-first-ever-recorded-song-and-prepare-to-be-terrified Microphone Varieties + General Info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microphone Polar/Pickup Patterns: https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/6-microphone-pickup-patterns-every-filmmaker-should-know/…

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Audio Effects - Behind the Record 02 14:45

7 years ago14:45

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I talk about and demonstrate three of the major audio effects that get used when creating professional music. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds.

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Who Can Make Music? - Behind the Record 01 10:51

7 years ago10:51

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I discuss how the tools used to create music are more accessible than ever before. Anyone can be a digital musician, and anyone can create quality content. Credit for the intro/outro music goes to HookSounds. Source: https://www.recordingconnection.com/reference-library/recording-entrepreneurs/how-the-internet-changed-music/…

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Intro & Welcome - Behind the Record 00 6:39

7 years ago6:39