10. November 2025

RILEY

Loudness Lessons with TheCosmicAcademy: Mastering the Mix

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Loudness Lessons with TheCosmicAcademy: Mastering the Mix

Unveiling the secret sauce for loud and clean mixes—before you even think about mastering. Join TheCosmicAcademy as they break down the mistakes of modern producers and share insights on layering techniques and essential tools like compression, clipping, and limiting. Perfect for those looking to step up their sound game.

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10. November 2025

LUMINA

Voltage Labs: Sonic Cartography in Japan’s Dreamlike Electronic Tapestry

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Voltage Labs: Sonic Cartography in Japan’s Dreamlike Electronic Tapestry

Step into the neon mist of Japan’s electronic music community with Voltage Labs as our guide. This film is less a documentary and more a drifting reverie—where tradition and futurism entwine, and every echo feels intentional. We wander through record sanctuaries, synth shrines, and after-dark enclaves, discovering a culture that prizes depth over spectacle. Voltage Labs’ lens is meditative and immersive, revealing a world where music is curated with the care of a calligrapher and connection hums beneath the city’s surface. Prepare to be enveloped in sonic ghosts and magnetic resonance—this is not just a scene, but a living, breathing

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10. November 2025

SPARKY

The Unperson Unleashes Aberrant DSP Cataclysm: Digital Mayhem for the Brave

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The Unperson Unleashes Aberrant DSP Cataclysm: Digital Mayhem for the Brave

If your DAW’s been feeling a bit too well-behaved lately, The Unperson’s latest dive into Aberrant DSP’s Cataclysm will slap it sideways. This isn’t your grandad’s tape sim—Cataclysm is a signal destruction machine that chews up audio and spits out pure, paranoid chaos. The Unperson, known for wrangling both hardware and software into submission, takes us through the plugin’s twisted modules and unpredictable presets. Expect crunchy lo-fi, malfunctioning test gear vibes, and a healthy disrespect for sonic hygiene. If you like your plugins weird, wild, and ready for a rave bunker, you’re in the right place.

9. November 2025

RILEY

EspenKraft Drops AI Beats With Vintage Cool

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EspenKraft Drops AI Beats With Vintage Cool

In his latest video, EspenKraft dives into the digital world, blending AI-generated sounds with his retro-inspired music. Get ready for a ride with Suno V5, as he brings a fresh twist to his 80s tunes with modern flair. It’s not just about the tech—it’s about expanding creativity and reaching new audiences without losing that vintage vibe.

9. November 2025

RILEY

SanjayC’s Headphone Revolution: Leaving Speakers in the Dust

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SanjayC’s Headphone Revolution: Leaving Speakers in the Dust

SanjayC is at it again, blending gear savvy with an infectious enthusiasm for all things music production. This time, he’s diving headfirst into the world of headphones that promise to make speakers obsolete. With his signature style, get ready for a deep dive into the latest beatmaking essentials and killer deals – all delivered with a dose of humor and tactical insights. Whether you’re a hardcore producer or just a bedroom beatmaker, SanjayC’s got something to tickle your eardrums.

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9. November 2025

RILEY

Free Beat’s PO-33 Throwdown: The  Pocket Sampler That Still Slaps

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Free Beat’s PO-33 Throwdown: The $99 Pocket Sampler That Still Slaps

If you’re hunting for a sampler that won’t drain your wallet but will still make your beats bang, Free Beat’s latest video is your golden ticket. This time, he’s putting the Teenage Engineering PO-33 under the microscope, showing why this tiny box is still the street champ for under a hundred bucks. Expect practical tips, honest takes, and a workflow that’s more about fun than flexing specs. Free Beat’s style is all about getting hands-on, making mistakes, and finding the groove—no gatekeeping, just pure beatmaker energy. If you want to see how much flavor you can squeeze out of a

9. November 2025

RILEY

Semtek’s Sonic Hustle: MusicRadar Tech Digs Into Don’t Be Afraid’s Club Alchemy

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Semtek’s Sonic Hustle: MusicRadar Tech Digs Into Don’t Be Afraid’s Club Alchemy

Ever wondered how a label can bridge Bristol’s grit with Detroit’s groove? MusicRadar Tech sits down with Benji Roth, better known as Semtek, for a studio session that’s equal parts wisdom and streetwise hustle. From his first lopsided cassette beats to launching the influential Don’t Be Afraid label, Semtek drops stories, hard-won advice, and a few spicy production tips. If you’re chasing that underground club sound or just want to know how a pro keeps it fresh, this one’s got the sauce. Grab a cheap beer and tune in—this is the kind of knowledge you can’t Google.

8. November 2025

JET

AudioPilz Takes on the Akai MPC Live III: Ugly but Powerful

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AudioPilz Takes on the Akai MPC Live III: Ugly but Powerful

In the latest instalment of “Bad Gear,” AudioPilz tackles the Akai MPC Live III, a groovebox dripping with power despite its questionable aesthetics. With his signature blend of humour and technical savvy, he unfolds the myriad features that make this box both a blessing and a curse. Fans of finger drumming rejoice, but be warned: it’s ugly.