Sun-EL Musician’s impressive new album expands his sonic universe, drawing from African roots and mixing them with electronic dance music for an engaging fusion of 3 Step, Soulful and Deep House sounds. Nozinja performed at Villain in Williamsburg and had the audience dancing to his tunes to an incredible 189 beats per minute! Afro-House Afro-House […]
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At the turn of the millennium, popular music was alive with career-defining hits and unique releases. Ranging from dance-pop classics to harsh experimental pieces, there was something for everyone in 1999. As more musicians explore blending acoustic instruments with electronic gear and software, expectations of spontaneity have grown significantly. Recently, David August was scrutinized for
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Trap music, a subgenre of EDM, originally began its rise to popularity among Atlanta hip-hop and rap musicians, before spreading worldwide through R&B singers, pop artists, K-Pop performers and others. Trap producers typically create the signature sound with crisp hi-hat patterns and an explosive 808 bassline, then layer various synths for added depth and variety
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EDM (electronic dance music) has been around for decades but recently it’s gained prominence thanks to artists like Skrillex and Deadmau5. Big Room House (think Hardwell or Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike), hybrid trap, dubstep and trance are among the more widely popular styles within EDM; but it encompasses many more subgenres as well. It
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The 1950s witnessed an increasing number of composers exploring electronic tape as an expressive medium. Their primary goal seemed to be experimenting with its technical possibilities such as reverberation and modulation. At this time, there was an upsurge in interest for innovative electronic musical instruments such as Leon Theremin’s theremin and Friedrich Trautwein’s Ondes martenot
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Electronic music has unquestionably become an influential force in popular culture, from techno to synthpop like Yellow Magic Orchestra and Depeche Mode, it can get people dancing. But where does the music originate? Early electronic music Early electronic music encompassed a diverse array of genres and styles, spanning classical (or “art”) composition to popular dance
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Electronic music offers something for every taste imaginable – from driving beats and melodies, to soothing textures. Let’s delve into its fascinating history and examine its multiple facets! Sampling and manipulation are integral to electronic music, enabling artists to reinterpret existing recordings by manipulating samples or remixing sounds in creative ways that emphasize its experimental
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Electronic music has gained significant traction over the years, becoming an integral component of music festival scenes worldwide. Genres ranging from Kraftwerk’s electropop to hip-hop’s intricate turntablism have contributed to its rising popularity and expansion into new areas. With so many forms of electronic dance music (EDM) out there, it can be hard to keep
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A Tesla coil is a device used to generate sound. It works by switching on and off repeatedly per second, which causes air molecules around it to vibrate causing different sounds (including music) to come from them. Each Plasmasonic musical Tesla coil comes equipped with a professional handheld controller (interrupter) capable of operating both musical
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Dancing to electronic dance music (EDM) can be an engaging and thrilling way to get your body moving while also helping reduce stress levels and increasing energy. Plus, EDM can be enjoyed by people of all ages! Electronic Dance Music (EDM) is an umbrella term covering many subgenres of electronic music such as Chicago house
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