Sunday, December 6, 2009

Learn how to Make Beats

By Mick LLaleBeoufey

So you make pop, dance, RB, rap, hip-hop, house or any other beats, but for some reason your drums don't hit as tough as commercially released music and your melodies are not piercing through the speakers like you need them to. This article will outline three straightforward tips will help you perfect craft and get you on the right route to success.

1. make it simple stupid - I know you have heard this phrase before, but it is the truth. A good piece of music is often straightforward and layered with other simple elements, therefore making a cohesive and concentrated piece of music with many elements. The complexity of your music will naturally progress as you keep practicing and perfecting your style.

2. Learn Your Tools - Many producers have the myth of thinking that having the most recent gear and music production software makes you a better producer. This is completely untrue. A classic example would be the hip-hop group Dem Franchize Boyz song "Lean Wit' It" which was created using a $50 music production program and generated millions of greenbacks in sales.

Remember, there are also masses of horrible producers out there with $10000 worth or more of equipment. The main point being, that its how you use your music production tools and master them, instead of the tools you have!

3. Practice, Read, Research, Interact, Repeat - there are numerous resources out there on the internet, whether or not it's music production forums or general music forums. Asking folks on feedback and tips is a great way to both learn and motive yourself. You will become a better producer because of the sheer competition on such forums and the realization that they'll bounce off each other.

In summing up, don't fall into the trap of thinking that your kit, knowledge or skills aren't good enough. Just keep creating music and you will naturally progress into the producer you always wanted to be, it doesn't occur overnite so work diligently, and work smart.


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