Robert Siegel talks with two guests about how recorded music has changed in the past decade. First, mastering engineer Bob Ludwig explains how recordings have gotten louder and worse. Then Robert talks Andrew Oxenham, a professor in the Psychology … [Read more...]
My Favorite Audio Sites
A friend recently asked me for the list of feeds I read to keep up with the audio world because I'm always sending him the coolest stuff. Until now, I've kept it a closely guarded secret. But I figured we could collaborate and you could share some of … [Read more...]
Labor Day Links
I don't know if you listen to RadioLab, but they recently did an episode on the phenomenon of getting songs stuck in your head. They called it "earworms." Well, they asked listeners to call in and talk about their earworms and techniques to eradicate … [Read more...]
A Web-Based GarageBand?
Splice Music is a promising new online sequencer. It allows you to mix and match user-uploaded loops and audio files to create your own music. All the music is under the Creative Commons license which encourages musicians to remix each other's work. … [Read more...]
How To Mix A Pop Song From Scratch
I found this rough guide on how to mix a pop record from scratch. Since many people don't seem to know where to begin, this article will give some guidance. How to Mix a Pop Song From Scratch. … [Read more...]
GarageBand Changing The Face Of Music Creation
GarageBand is bringing music to the masses in a way that is very easy... You feel that you are in a creative mode right away. There are always people that want higher-quality recording, but the basic fundamentals need to be delivered in a simple … [Read more...]