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Sunday, December 6, 2009

Find out how to Make Beats

By Mick LLaleBeoufey

So you make pop, dance, RB, rap, hip-hop, house or any other beats, but for some reason your drums don't hit as tough as commercially released music and your tunes are not piercing through the speakers like you would like them to. This article will outline three simple tips will help you perfect craft and get you on the right route to success.

1. keep it simple foolish - I know you have heard this phrase before, but it is the truth. A good piece of music is typically straightforward and layered with other easy elements, therefore making a cohesive and concentrated piece of music with many elements. The complexness of your music will naturally progress as you keep practicing and perfecting your style.

2. Learn Your Tools - Many producers have the misconception of thinking that having the most recent gear and music production software makes you a better producer. This is totally untrue. A classic example would be the hip-hop group Dem Franchize Boyz song "Lean Wit' It" which was made using a $50 music production program and generated millions of dollars in sales.

Remember, there are also plenty of hideous producers out there with $10000 worth or more of equipment. The main point being, that its how you use your music production tools and master them, instead of the tools you have!

3. Practice, Read, Research, Interact, Repeat - there are lots of resources out there on the web, whether it be music production forums or general music forums. Asking people on feedback and tips is a good way to both learn and motive yourself. You will turn into a better producer thanks to the sheer competition on such forums and the realization that they will bounce off each other.

In summing up, don't fall into the booby trap of thinking that your kit, knowledge or skills aren't good enough. Just keep doing music and you will naturally progress into the producer you were always wanting to be, it doesn't happen overnight so work hard, and work smart.


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