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Walking Bass Lines: What Are They? How You Can Use Them

Walking bass lines paved the way for rock and roll. Without them, there would be nothing. But where did it all start and how can you use them?

5 Common Recording Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Are you new to recording? We're looking at some of the most common recording mistakes and ways you can avoid them in your home studio.

Studio Recording vs Home Recording: Are Pro Studios Still Relevant?

In this studio recording vs home recording debate, we find out about the pros and cons of each of the two contrasting creative environments.

Looper Pedals: 5 Great Value Options For Your Music

Looper pedals are a perfect tool for creating music on the spot. For bedroom jams or on the street vibes, these 5 loopers represent great value for money.

Core Ukulele Skills: 5 Songs to Get You Started

These ukulele skills will help you on your way to becoming a better player. These well-known songs can help you with your ukulele-playing journey.

Sound Layering: Add Weight and Depth to Your Mixes

Ever wondered how to stack instruments and vocals to thicken your mixes? We're discussing some basic sound layering production techniques.

How To Fix A Muddy Mix: Stuck In The Mud?

Have you ever spent hours on one of your tracks and ended up making it sound worse rather than better? Here's how to fix a muddy mix.

80s Bass Lines: Big Hair Bass Bops for Your Playing

80s bass lines are fast, exciting and fun to play! With these 5 examples, there's something for beginners, pro players, and anyone in-between.

5 Pop Songs That Don’t Suck on Guitar

Pop songs of the last 20 years just don't do it for me. However, there have been a few hidden gems. Let's check out 5 of them that are fun to play on guitar.

Songs for Beginner Guitarists: Crafting Your Initial Skills

Beginner guitarists can often feel overwhelmed when learning the guitar. With these tips from 5 well-known songs, that journey just got a little bit easier!

Top 5 Halloween Riffs: Best Songs for this Spooky Season

It's Halloween. Boo! These Halloween riffs are sweeter than candy. Let's take a look at some seasonal favourites. 

Underrated Bass Lines: Top 5 Hidden Gems that You Need

With these underrated bass lines, you won't be able to stop playing! Here are some cool tracks that you may not have considered learning.

Advanced Guitar Techniques: Taking Your Playing to the Next Level

Learning advanced guitar techniques doesn't have to be hard. With various skills to add, let's take a closer look at some of the most usable upgrades.

Groovy 60s Guitar Riffs: Essential Tracks You Need to Know

60s Guitar riffs should be the foundation for your guitar playing. From a period of rock pioneers, here are some cool riffs for you to try out.

12-String Guitar Riffs That Shaped Rock History

A 12-string guitar can provide a magical experience for players and listeners. The added octaves enrich our ears across different genres of music.

Guitar Pickups 101: A Beginner’s Complete Guide

Guitar pickups give players their voice and choice when it comes to sound. Let's check out which could be best for you.

Master These 5 Essential Guitar Strumming Patterns

Strumming patterns are your gateway into turning chord exercises into music! Why not try these 5 as a way to refine your skills?

Unforgettable 70s Guitar Riffs: Glam Rock to Punk

The amount of 70s guitar riffs out there are enough to keep anyone busy. As a beginner, it can be cool to brush up on some essential skills from the decade.

Beginner Beatles: Top 5 songs to play with the fab four

Beginner Beatles songs are often hard to find. Here, we'll explore a few songs that you can play as a beginner guitarist.

80s Guitar Riffs: Top 5 era-defining songs

80s guitar riffs are just so cool! From shredding to synthesisers, there's so much to learn. So grab your aviator sunglasses and let's get playing...

How To Write A Synth Bassline: 5 Top Tips for Beginners

While one of the simplest aspects of music production, it remains a hallmark of great songs. We find out how to write a synth bassline.

5 Budget MIDI Controllers for Music Production

Are you getting the most from your DAW workflow? We're looking at some of the best budget MIDI controllers for different studio setups.

Guitar Accessories: Essential upgrades to improve your guitar

Guitar accessories can play a huge part in transforming your axe. From picks to pickups, let's check out some effective ways to switch things up.

Get a Classic Vocal Sound with 5 affordable Neumann U87 Alternatives

We're looking at Neumann U87 alternatives for vocal recording in your home studio. Are there other ways to get that classic vocal sound?