Mississippi has had a tremendous impact on American music. It is the home state of Elvis Presley, B.B King, Jimmie Rodgers, and even the famous pop star Britney Spears. Mississippi is the birthplace of many musical genres, especially rock and roll, country music, and the blues. Mississippi has also greatly influenced hip-hop and rap music … Read More
Kaotica brings you the Eyeball and the Fatboy that can easily turn your space into a full-fledged recording studio! But how do you choose between them? Is there a clear winner among these two? Let’s begin! If you are in a hurry, here’s a quick overview: Kaotica Eyeball Pros Kaotica Eyeball cons Aesthetically pleasing with … Read More
Let’s play a game. I’m going to say two words and you are going to spat out the first word that comes to your head. Ready? Okay. The word is: Love Sosa. If you were a young teen, like me, in 2013….you already know. Those two words should bring your mind to a picture of … Read More
If you know the slightest about the American Hip-Hop scene of the 1980s, chances are that you know about the group, “Salt-N-Pepa (sometimes stylised as Salt ‘N’ Pepa).” This group (duo) was formed in New York City in 1985. The group comprised Salt (Born, Cheryl James), Pepa (Born, Sandra Denton), and DJ Spinderella (Deidra Roper). … Read More
Vocal recording remains a very crucial aspect of music production. There are so many factors that contribute to achieving the perfect vocal recording. Factors like acoustics, the technique of the singer, and the choice of hardware like the microphone all contribute greatly to the outcome. Just like the saying which says that “a chain is … Read More
Known for being a major force in the revolutionizing of hip-hop music, the duo, OutKast remains one of the most respected hip-hop groups to emerge from not just Atlanta, Georgia, but also from the United States. The rap duo was made up of rappers, André “3000” Benjamin (who was formerly known as Dré) and Antwan … Read More
One of the most memorable things about a rap song other than the beat are the punchlines. They catch you by surprise and keep you engaged with the songs because you don’t know what’s coming next. But, I wanted to know how to create a rap punchline, and did a tonne of research, and I … Read More
I always thought Eminem has a unique rapping style, and wondered how he does it. I did some research and here is what I found. First of all, everyone knows that Eminem can rap fast. In fact, we mention him a lot in our other article on how to rap faster. So we won’t talk … Read More
I’ve been learning about different rap techniques and wanted to know how to rap in key. I did some research and here’s what I found. So, how do you rap in key? To rap in key, you first need to learn how to sing in key. Once you can do that, you can just rap … Read More
A Digital Workstation (DAW) is the software used to record music and sits at the heart of a rapper’s music creation. Beginners, especially, find it a tough decision when choosing the best recording software that will help them achieve their musical goals. To find the best software for rappers, consider the software compatibility with your … Read More
With the constant rise of so many new musicians, it’s easy to see why so many hopefuls lose their patience. Rap is an ever-changing industry, so it’s virtually impossible for the market to become saturated. All it takes is the right beat, lyrics, and timing, and you could see yourself become an overnight success. To … Read More
It’s no secret that the modern music industry has countless tools at their disposal. Whether its digital instruments or vocal adjustments, musicians are able to improve and alter their songs in a few minutes. But how do famous rappers change the sound of their voice to sound overlapped, digital, robotic, or otherwise different? Rappers change … Read More
