Don’t get me wrong, I love Bandcamp. It’s a platform that’s often a primary source of income for my music-related content. The convenience is great for both musicians and fans, but it’s seriously lacking. I appreciate the simplicity and wouldn’t want them to make drastic changes. However, a few simple improvements would be a huge … Read more
In the ongoing conversation about music production tools, few debates are as persistent as the one between analogue hardware and software emulations. Whether it’s a classic tape delay, a vintage compressor or a creamy Moog filter, many producers still swear by the original circuits, claiming that software never quite captures “the magic”. But why is … Read more
For the past five years, I’ve been deep in the trenches working on several major, ambitious projects. While the sheer scale of the second HELIXIRx album has been teased before, what’s often gone unspoken is the fact that I’ve also been juggling multiple other ventures—coordinating with performers, locking in recording and production sessions, and running … Read more
Introduction The terms amplitude, loudness, and dynamic range are fundamental in the world of audio engineering, and understanding them is essential to create a well-balanced and enjoyable mix. In the quest for louder music, the past few decades have seen the rise of the “loudness war,” an industry trend pushing for increased loudness at the … Read more
An Untapped Platform for Independent Musicians As an artist and producer, one of my biggest challenges has been juggling the creative side with the business side of things. While I love producing and composing music, managing the operations of a small record label—both for my own projects and for the artists I work with—can be … Read more