2023-07-26 13:47
If you’re looking for the best mandolin VST for your production, we’ve got you covered. The mandolin is one of the most underutilized instruments in the industry but can be used… Read More
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2023-07-24 15:03
Have you ever wondered what is the most used DAW in the world? While each popular Digital Audio Workstation seems to have an almost cult-like following, and users swearing that using their c… Read More
2023-07-18 16:02
If you’re looking for the best piano VST to use in your beats, This selection of Free and Paid Pianos will be more than enough for you to start experimenting and finding the right soun… Read More
2023-06-12 14:30
Splice Sounds the cloud-based music production and music creation subscription service that provides audio loops and presets to music producers reportedly had over 4 Million monthly users as… Read More
2023-06-08 12:44
Have you ever asked yourself what is an 808? An 808 nowadays refers to a specific type of bass percussion sound, but in its earliest incarnation, the 808 was first introduced in the Roland T… Read More
2023-05-24 14:44
In the world of audio production, understanding and managing loudness levels is essential for creating a balanced and professional sound. One crucial metric used to measure loudness is LUFS… Read More
2023-05-24 13:01
Are you asking yourself What is EDM Music?… Electronic Dance Music (EDM) has taken the music industry and the rest of the world by storm, captivating audiences with its infectious bea… Read More
2023-05-23 11:10
Knowing how to create an amazing chord progression is key to writing great music that resonates with listeners, but first, you need to know what they are, it doesn’t matter what genre… Read More
2023-05-18 15:44
If you’re new to music production, Ableton and FL Studio have long been two of the most popular digital audio workstations for producers, sound designers and musicians, and the debate… Read More
2023-02-23 14:33
The process of how to sample a song legally can be a confusing subject to grasp if you’re not familiar with music and copyright law. While the experience can differ from song to song… Read More
2023-01-19 13:55
When signing up for your BeatStars account, you will need to enter your code at the checkout in order for the 30-day free trial to be added to your account, this coupon does not expire on an… Read More
2023-01-10 09:14
Are you interested in growing your fan base and making money from your music? Here are our top 6 tips for creating an awesome music video, compiled with the help of music video specialists a… Read More
2023-01-07 17:33
Coming up with new chord progressions and catchy melodies that you think are going to smash and captivate everyone’s ears is always a challenge, That’s where the beauty of a MIDI… Read More
2023-01-03 16:07
Compression and equalization (EQ) are two essential tools used on everything from Vocals, Guitar, Bass Guitar and everything else in between, by an audio engineer in a signal chain. While th… Read More
2022-12-20 16:08
Tired of reverb being too digital or artificial-sounding? This breakdown features the top 21 free reverb vst plugins that you’ll ever find, ranging from classics like Valhalla Supermas… Read More
2022-12-16 13:39
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is an industry-standard communication protocol for transferring digital music between different musical instruments and devices. It also allows us… Read More
2022-12-14 15:11
Are you a music producer looking for a sample pack of presets to get you started using Serum? this list of the best Serum Presets of 2023 and beyond has been hand-picked personally by our te… Read More
2022-12-09 17:03
If you’re looking for guitar samples to add to your tracks, and have spent hours trying to find the right one, The music production process can become a very challenging and time-consu… Read More
2022-12-07 15:03
Guitar lovers rejoice! Here are the best free guitar vst plugins on the internet available today – perfect for adding realism and tone to your acoustic or electric guitar sound. From a… Read More
2022-09-04 17:25
This Free Drum Kit is inspired by the Multi-Award Winning Record Producer Kanye West, taking inspiration specifically from his Roc-A-Fella Records days. Having worked with some of the music… Read More
2022-09-03 21:29
Get the sounds Boi-1da uses in his tracks! This drum kit is inspired by the music of Grammy Award Winning producer, Boi-1da, responsible for creating hits for some of the biggest artis… Read More
2022-08-30 17:43
FL Studio in 2022 is an extremely powerful tool for producers. It’s one of the most popular DAWs out there, and that is because it’s easy to use and packed with amazing features… Read More
2022-08-22 16:57
This free Metro Boomin Drum Kit was inspired by the hitmaking Missouri producer himself, having worked with an outstanding amount of hip hop heavyweights like Gucci Mane, and Travis Scott, M… Read More
2022-07-08 16:27
This free J. Cole Drum Kit may be small but packs a serious punch, if you’re a fan of J. Cole’s song 1985! this drum kit features sounds inspired by that song. So if you would li… Read More
2022-07-05 16:12
This FREE Lil Wayne Drum Kit contains a variety samples inspired by the Cash Money Records founder himself. From what seems like an endless discography this free drum kit is inspired by some… Read More
2022-07-04 16:21
This FREE PartyNextDoor Drum Kit contains 100% royalty-free samples inspired by the early works of the Canadian R&B Trap superstar. Featuring a variety of sounds, these samples will give… Read More
2022-07-04 15:33
This free drake drum kit is inspired by the 2010’s sound of OVO, including artists such as The Weeknd, Party Next Door, Lil Wayne, Niki Minaj and much more. This free sample pack conta… Read More
2022-06-06 19:15
In this tutorial, you will learn how to make a lo-fi sound in Logic Pro X using only stock plugins. In the video above you’ll see the stock plugins that I used and how I made a loop fr… Read More
2022-05-30 16:46
Do you need to add some flavor to your sound? using a guitar sample pack to help aid your production can be a great way to find quick inspiration and help you finish projects sooner. Guitar… Read More
2022-05-17 21:40
When you purchase a sample pack or a melody loop kit from a third-party supplier, like Your Local Musician it will most likely will contain a certificate of use inside their downloadable zip… Read More
2022-05-17 18:45
Lo-fi is quickly becoming one of the most popular genre’s in music today for many different reasons, many love it due to how it infuses characteristics from other genre’s such as… Read More
2022-02-26 16:23
If you’re looking for some of the best instrumental playlists on Spotify to submit your music to, we have the answer for you. Your Local Musician has recently launched a new platform c… Read More
2021-12-09 00:30
While it’s true that producers who use use loops in their productions can be frowned upon by few, but many people go completely unaware that a song even uses a loop. In my experience i… Read More
2021-11-06 00:34
So, you’re a musician looking to add to what you can offer your fans. Well, the best way to do so, other than releasing new music and playing shows, is creating merch, and while it may… Read More
2021-05-11 19:00
If there is one thing that I love just as much as making beats, it’s making my own sounds from scratch! Not only because it’s fun, but also because I know that I’m the only… Read More
2021-02-02 14:57
There’s no denying that in this day and age our DAW’s give us the tools necessary to manipulate audio and reveal imperfections that analog recording gave straight out of the box… Read More
2021-01-21 15:28
Let’s face it, the 808 has been taking over bass frequencies in music for a while now, ever since the original TR-808 by Roland came out in 1980 it quickly grew in popularity and has b… Read More
2021-01-18 14:50
One of the best things about music is working with other people, being a musician can be a very lonely place, especially when years like 2020 come around and ruin playing for all of us, but… Read More
2021-01-13 14:54
Mixing in logic pro x ever since the release of versions 10.5 and beyond has given us a number of unique tools and hacks that make achieving a cohesive sound easier and a lot more streamline… Read More
2020-11-11 23:02
In this tutorial, I want to show you how to create instruments using sampler in logic pro x, ever since the 10.5 updates, we logic users have been blessed with two new samplers that make the… Read More
2020-10-21 11:55
Finding great VST Deals in this day and age can be a long drawling process, with so many developers out there it’s hard to find something that catches your eye, but more importantly so… Read More
2020-09-22 14:41
In this episode of Beats In My Bedroom, I discuss 4 ways that will teach you how to overcome beat block as a music producer and get back to doing what you love the most. It doesn’t mat… Read More
2020-09-11 13:35
Lockdown has been tough on all of us, 2020 has been tough on some, but devastating for thousands of people, but out of the negativity there is hope for growth, isolation can have devastating… Read More
2020-09-11 13:30
I’ve been asked many times to document my sound design process and as much as I tell people that it’s really nothing attractive, I wanted to touch on what I do when recording loo… Read More
2020-09-04 08:58
Every year, we like to put together a rundown of all the best VST plugins that have been released that year and 2020 may have had its ups and downs but that certainly doesn’t apply to… Read More
2020-09-01 13:33
Lo-fi Hip Hop is, without a doubt, an obsession of mine, I’ve heard a lot of people say in the past that the music you listen to often reflects the person that you are, and when you re… Read More
2020-09-01 13:33
Lo-fi Hip Hop is, without a doubt, an obsession of mine, I’ve heard a lot of people say in the past that the music you listen to often reflects the person that you are, and when you re… Read More
2020-07-06 18:10
Trying to grow a music business alongside working a 9 to 5 is hard, there’s no doubt about it! Today I want to share with you what I do to manage my music projects around still working… Read More
2020-06-29 16:27
In my early years of producing music I cared a lot about what other people thought of it if they didn’t like it, it upset me, as it would anyone, but as iI get older I’ve learned… Read More
2020-06-26 15:05
Having plenty of drum sounds at your disposal is essential to your production workflow, downloading free drum kits is one of the best ways you can achieve having variety in the sounds you ha… Read More
2020-06-23 12:40
I’ve been reading A LOT this year, one book in particular that has made a massive impact on me is The 10x Rule by Grant Cardone, here is what I’ve learned from the book and how I… Read More
2020-06-16 11:39
Rappers and Music Producers, Your Local Musician is no longer selling beats online, why? there’s a lot of different reasons… Making beats for me is a precious thing for me, I tr… Read More
2020-06-04 13:27
I started making music in Reason over 10+ years ago, I would happily sit there thinking of myself as the next Dr. Dre nodding away adding sound after sound, and effect after effect, piling p… Read More
2020-05-26 13:36
The guitar is these days is one of the most utilized instruments in music production, it doesn’t matter what genre you’re making, I guarantee that having a reliable source of gui… Read More
2020-04-23 11:43
It doesn’t matter whether you’re just a mixing engineer or an independent music producer trying to get artists to buy beats from you, In both of these professions it’s an a… Read More
2020-04-06 10:30
I often get emails from artists confused about copyrighting a song that uses a leased beat, and I don’t blame them, its a confusing subject unless you’ve had it broken down to yo… Read More
2020-04-05 17:18
One of the most common questions i get from artists before they consider leasing a beat from me is “If i lease a beat can I put it on Spotify?” The short answer is YES! In most s… Read More
2020-04-01 14:58
Email marketing in 2020 is still one of the most underutilized promotional methods for musicians out there, if you’re looking to promote a single or an entire album, then there is noth… Read More
2020-03-23 18:35
The world is currently in chaos, people are scared and don’t know what to do, COVID-19 is affecting almost everyone in the world, people are working from home, people are losing their… Read More
2020-03-11 14:45
Welcome to Episode #6 of The Beats In My Bedroom Podcast, I hope that you have been enjoying all the other episodes to date, In this episode, I talk about the importance of taking a break fr… Read More
2020-03-09 10:47
Welcome to Episode #5 of the Beats In My Bedroom Podcast In this episode, I discuss why I chose marketing as my 9 to 5 career whilst chasing my music career. Apologies that there are no visu… Read More
2020-02-22 10:14
Welcome to Episode #4 of the Beats In My Bedroom Podcast. In this episode, I discuss the very well covered subject in the beat leasing community, how many beats do you need to make in a week… Read More
2019-11-10 16:22
The ability to use free beats for non-profit use depends entirely on the producer that you’re working with, for instance at Your Local Musician we do allow you to use tagged versions o… Read More
2019-11-08 18:16
Creating a project if you’re an artist can be an expensive game, even more so if you’re independent and your budget is coming out of your own pocket, so if you could find instrum… Read More
2019-09-30 14:35
In the 21st Century, we all know by now that making a solid connection with your fan base is none negotiable, and with the tools we have at our disposable such as social media, like Fa… Read More
2019-08-19 20:04
This Chance The Rapper Type Beat is inspired by songs from his album Coloring Book, mixed in with a little twist of my own. This beat is available for both leases and exclusive rights, Produ… Read More
2019-08-19 19:44
This Nao Type Beat is inspired by her song “Bad Blood”, well at least the first few seconds of it. Download A FREE Tagged Version from my full beat store. Produced by George Matt… Read More
2019-08-19 19:18
This Bryson Tiller Type Beat called “Promise” is an extremely simple instrumental that i must have put together in less than an hour. Inspired by the Trap Soul album, This beat i… Read More
2019-08-19 18:30
This Drake “Successful” Type Beat is of course inspired by the hit song of the same name from drakes first mainstream successful project So Far Gone. Produced by George Matthews… Read More
2019-08-19 17:17
This J. Cole Type Instrumental was Inspired by my love of lo-fi that has been ruling my life for nearly over 10 years, I could just hear J. Cole bodying it! It’s quite a simple beat th… Read More
2019-08-04 20:26
This J Cole Type Instrumental is a very special one to me, I made it on my 26th Birthday, at the time of writing this i am 27 so it’s getting old, but regardless it’s still one o… Read More
2019-08-04 20:07
This J Cole Type Instrumental came together really quickly, all in all, it’s only about 12 tracks with a smooth sample driving the feel and rhythm and simple drums with a few small nua… Read More
2019-08-04 19:47
I made this J Cole Type Instrumental after sitting on the melody for a little over two months, sometimes when I’m making beats I often get what we like to call “Beat Block”… Read More
2019-08-03 19:07
This J Cole Type Instrumental called 9pm In London means an awful lot to me, I was inspired one night after walking through my countries capital city. I have always loved the city more than… Read More
2019-08-03 18:22
This J Cole Type Instrumental is very special to my catalog, for the first time in many years I picked my guitar back up again with a new lease of enthusiasm and finally put my 16 years of e… Read More
2019-06-30 20:28
For some time now i have been successfully selling beats online and i’ll be the first to admit that during that time i have seen both success and failure, there’s no denyin… Read More
2019-06-24 14:20
Today i want to praise a man that i admire greatly, In the first 30 days of being inside The Curtiss King TV Community i have seen a dramatic shift in my business and its because of the less… Read More
2019-06-12 18:42
More 808 Bass Samples Than You’ll Ever Need We’ve just launched Warm 808’s a $20 pack of 500 High-Quality 808 Bass Samples that because of its shear size and brain rattling… Read More
2019-05-15 19:12
Earning a living selling beats is possible. The internet has made it easy for producers to share their work with artists willing to pay for getting these hot instrumentals! The problem for m… Read More
2019-05-01 13:00
Are you struggling to think of ways to promote your music for the long term? Let me teach you why you should be utilising email as apart of your marketing strategy to further enhance the rea… Read More
2019-04-30 18:00
Do you want to know how to start a music producer business and ultimately make it your living? In this video, I show you a handful of practical ways to start doing exactly that and to begin… Read More
2019-04-30 10:34
If you’re a young aspiring musician or music producer, the prospect of getting a job in the music industry will be something that to you seems like nothing more than a pipe dream. Whil… Read More
2019-04-25 20:53
Have you ever wanted to create products for music producers but have no idea how to even get started? let me teach you how I created my first MIDI Pack Urban Keys and explain how you can app… Read More
2019-04-25 20:47
Do you want to make it as a music producer? Many Music Producers still in 2019 are all aiming for the same goals and trying to achieve them in the exact same ways. In this video, I reveal 5… Read More
2019-04-25 19:47
Are you one of those producers that refuse to start making type beats? In this video, I talk about the advantages of selling your beats as a type beat producer and why it can benefit your be… Read More
2019-04-25 19:40
In this video, I rant about how to gain 1k true fans of your music that you can earn a living from. If you want to start Making Money from your Passion then this video is EXACTLY what you ne… Read More
2019-03-31 20:04
Uploading and selling your beats on Airbit is both easy and confusion free, out of the many platforms available such as Beatstars, SoundClick and BeatBrokerz, Airbit is without doubt the eas… Read More
2019-02-20 19:18
2018 was an incredible year for VST Plugins, as the world of virtual instruments continues to expand, the expectations of music producers is getting higher at the same time. Now that 2019 ha… Read More
2018-12-15 15:49
Need to grab a sound, some MIDI or automation data, or a whole channel setup from another project? Here’s how to make yourself a master of imports… Step 1 We’re starting w… Read More
2018-10-14 11:42
Scaler from Plugin Boutique is a new MIDI utility plugin which, to be honest, knows far more about Music Theory then you ever will! While there has been an element of controversy from music… Read More
2018-10-13 15:50
FireFly is a brand new Bus Compressor brought to you by SoundSpot, with a diverse range of options to optimise both transients and stereo image, this outstanding compressor also features a s… Read More
2018-08-19 14:58
Today what I intend for you to learn will not come from me, but out of the minds of some of the most interesting and successful people in the beat leasing industry. From the 5 videos below… Read More
2018-08-14 19:23
In 2018 the beat leasing community continues to grow in both profitability and popularity, with platforms such as Airbit, Beatstars and Soundclick available to us, Producers are now becoming… Read More
2018-07-14 20:37
Starting your Music Production career can be as dangerous as it is exciting, and without a strategic plan in place to monetise your efforts, you’re likely to throw in the towel b… Read More
2018-05-19 19:25
Does your Midi controller feature any sliders? did you know that its possible to control virtually any aspect of Logic Pro X using the configurable Midi Sliders on your Midi Controller Devic… Read More
2018-05-07 09:09
If you want to make your music available on all the major platforms then there is no better option then DistroKid, this easy to use and cost-effective system, provides an easy way to distrib… Read More
2018-04-16 20:14
Deciding where you should sell your beats seems to have become quite a challenge in 2018, with options like Airbit and Beatstars available deciding can be difficult, but to really know… Read More
2018-04-07 16:07
So you’ve started out in the world of leasing beats, You’ve been at it a while and haven’t sold a single one yet? you’re asking yourself what the hell am I doing wron… Read More
2018-03-24 17:10
Have you ever followed a Music Producer or Musician back on SoundCloud or Twitter after they’ve followed you, only to seconds later get sent a message saying something like this: How d… Read More
2018-03-21 20:14
Music Producers Suck At Business! In 2017, I predicted that the amount of wannabe Music Producers in the world would increase tenfold before mid-2018! well, I regret to inform you that… Read More
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