The Industry’s One-Stop Shop for Plugins, Bundles, and Producer Education In the last decade, Plugin Boutique has evolved from a niche reseller into one of the most influential marketplaces in modern music production. For many producers, it’s the first stop when…
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Addictive Keys in Music Production
Addictive Keys in Music Production: Pop, EDM & Hip-Hop Workflows If you’ve spent any time making beats or tracks, you know the piano isn’t just for classical recitals. It’s everywhere—in the opening chords of a pop anthem, the haunting loop under a trap verse, or…
Vintage Piano Sounds in Addictive Keys
Lo-Fi, Jazz & Noir You don’t need a dusty upright in a basement or a 1950s recording studio to get that classic piano sound. These days, a lot of the warmth, grit, and mood we associate with vintage piano sounds can be recreated right inside your DAW—especially if…
AI-Generated Music Ethics
This guide explores the ethical landscape of AI-generated music, examining its impact on artists, originality concerns, and fair compensation models. Learn how to navigate AI music platforms responsibly while understanding the legal and creative implications for content…
Beginner’s Guide to Writing Piano Melodies: From Chords to Emotion
Why Melodies Are More Than Notes Let me tell you a secret: The first melody I ever wrote was terrible. Like, “my-cat-jumped-off-the-piano-bench” terrible. I was 14, armed with a rickety keyboard and absolutely zero knowledge of music theory. But here’s the…
Ambient Music for Studying: How It Boosts Focus
Introduction: Why Silence Isn’t Always Golden Ever tried studying in a library, only to get distracted by the rustle of pages or a distant cough or even worse a sudden burst of laughter from the next table? Ambient music works like acoustic insulation for your…
How to Structure a Song
How to Structure a Song Songwriting is a craft, and a well-structured song doesn’t just sound good—it connects with listeners, ensuring they feel its message. In this guide, we’ll explore the most commonly used song structures and their key components. We’ll…
Unlock Your Songwriting Potential: The Role of Music Theory and Scaler2
Songwriting is both an art and a science. While inspiration often strikes unpredictably, the ability to craft compelling melodies, harmonies, and chord progressions can be greatly increased with a solid understanding of music theory. By combining theory with powerful…
The Art of Key Changes in Music: Why and How
Key changes, or modulations, are a powerful tool in music composition and arrangement that serve multiple purposes. They can enhance the emotional impact, create dynamic contrasts, and keep listeners engaged by adding variety to a song. 1. Creating Emotional Shifts A…
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10 Tips to Enhance Your Music Production Skills
10 Tips to Enhance Your Music Production Skills Introduction: In the world of music production, improving your skills is crucial for creating high-quality tracks that please your audiences. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced producer looking to elevate…
A Strange Halloween
A Short Story Inspired by the Royalty Free Instrumental. A Strange Halloween The Halloween night was shrouded in an eerie darkness as the full moon cast an ominous glow over the haunted house. Its decrepit structure loomed over the neighbourhood, sending chills down…