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April 14, 2022 Native Instruments parent company Soundwide announces artist board

Native Instruments parent company Soundwide announces artist board

Names like queen of R&B Alicia Keys, prolific mix engineer Ann Mincieli, and rapper  EL-P  have joined forces with Soundwide. This new music ecosystem was launched this week and is a platform for music producers and artists to make music without the hassle and minimal fuss of switching between apps. Musicians like  Alicia Keys form part of this artistic evolution with her role in the artist board, where she will give input and advice to the Soundwide team along with other industry professionals and artists on how to create a more sustainable brand.

This company and board were all conceptualized with the partnering of renowned music tech brands Native Instruments, iZotope, and more recently Plugin Alliance, Sound Stacks and Brainworx. All designed with unique functions, they all form and brand together to be part of this revolution of how artists can band together. 

The Soundwide CEO shared a public statement: “Going forward, we’re asking ourselves: ‘What do our community members need to tap into their ultimate creative workflow and how can we help get them there?.’ By first uncovering and understanding our community’s needs, we can map out our goals and move one step closer to the future of sound. Soundwide’s Artist Board provides a unique opportunity to offer up more seats at the table and collaborate with board members to bring new voices into the conversation.”

Learn more about the Soundwide brands: 

www.joinsoundwide.com

https://www.native-instruments.com

www.izotope.com

www.plugin-alliance.com

www.brainworx.audio

April 5, 2022 Q&A with dynamic experimental musician Frank Cogliano

Q&A with dynamic experimental musician Frank Cogliano

Image credit: Frank Cogliano

Brooklyn based musician Frank Cogliano recently shared his delightfully eclectic and experimental album Computers of the World. Comprised of 17 vibrant tracks, each song has its own unique flair to them. Incorporating downtempo notes, electronica, and ambient sound effects of busy streets and spaces, one can easily lose themselves in this vibrant sound fusion. Previously forming part of R&B band  Sugarbad as their guitarist, the producer wanted to explore his abstract music production further, and the result is breathtaking.  We asked music producer Frank Cogliano a few questions about his artistry below.

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What are some of your earliest memories of music?

My parents always had music playing when I was growing up; the Beatles, Stones, Beach Boys, Nirvana.

Take us through your songwriting process. Are there any particular steps you take when putting music together?

Usually, I hear ideas and sing them into my iPhone. But also, particularly for Computers of the World, each track started with a sample and I built the track around that

Studio work and music creation or performing and interacting with a live audience, which do you prefer?

Studio work, because I have complete control over the end product.

What is the most memorable response you have had to your music?

Whenever anybody responds positively to any of my music it is a good thing. It happens sometimes.

If you could put together a radio show, what kind of music would you play?

I post short videos with music I like every day on my Twitter, so probably along those lines.

Name five artists and their albums who would appear on your radio show

Uku Kuut – Vision of Estonia

Googoosh – Mano Tou

Antonio Carlos Jobim – Valse

Popol Vuh – Aguirre I

Teisutis Makacinas – I diena einam

What would you like to achieve with your music? What does success look like to you?

I would like to make good music. Success is making good music.

One last thought to leave your fans with?

Take a deep breath.

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April 1, 2022 Producer jackLNDN shares ‘Perfect’ progressive house single

Producer jackLNDN shares ‘Perfect’ progressive house single

jackLNDN launches us into the weekend with rhythmic rolling beats and smooth lyrics. The producer is working his way into the more bluesy side of things with his latest release as he laments unrequited love and the bittersweet tones that encompass it. The single, released today via Jack’s House, is the artist’s second release for the year as the aptly named Return caught listener’s attention just last month.

‘Perfect’ on Spotify iTunes

The artist tells us about the inspiration behind his latest song: “This song is about dating the perfect woman only for her to end up choosing someone else. The emotions that come from rejection and the helplessness of realizing that there’s nothing you can do. I tried to make the song musically & harmonically as beautiful as the person that inspired it. There’s a touch of melancholic self-pity in this record, but an underlying feeling of hope as even in rejection, the reminder that there are people out there for you can still be comforting.”

The producer has recently announced that he will be appearing at the Dreamscape festival which is expected to take place at the end of May, just in time for the spring to properly set in and start turning towards summer. Other artists appearing at the festival include Rusko and Megan Hamilton while the second main act remains to be announced. 

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  Image credit: Jane Greer

March 25, 2022 Q&A with instrumental hip-hop musician TromBobby

Q&A with instrumental hip-hop musician TromBobby

Bulgarian instrumental hip-hop producer  Bojidar Vasilev a.k.a. TromBobby has teamed up with New Jersey vocalist Jermaine Holmes for this forthcoming album release PAUSE VOL.1. The album is slated for release on the 21st of April via Stereofox. We got a  taste of this new album with ‘LONGING’ which featured vocals from Jermaine Holmes. With a sensual fusion of jazz and an undeniable groove, we are hooked on this track and look forward to what the rest of the album is going to sound like. We chatted with TromBobby about his latest project and artistry below.

What are some of your earliest memories of music?

I guess it will be hearing the Bulgarian National Bigband when I was about four at Studio 1. My grandmother took me because her brother was the conductor. I also remember being fascinated by the sound that the lowest piano keys made. Could play them for hours.

Take us through your songwriting process. Are there any particular steps you take when putting music together?

I start with either the melody or harmony. Then continue with bass and drums. In the case of ‘Longing’ – Jermaine recorded it on a different beat. It was like a resampled, faster version of a very slow, older one. After he sent me the vocals, I deleted everything else, kept the tempo and reharmonized the whole thing. The next single that we’re gonna drop was made for something like two days. Sometimes you need to search longer for the right vibe and sometimes it’s right there from the start.

Studio work and music creation or performing and interacting with a live audience, which do you prefer?

I would say music creation is my thing, just because I love the process. Although, live shows can charge you for days, giving you a better perspective on how your music can be improved.

What is the most memorable response you have had to your music?

That moment when the audience sings the lyrics that you made up in your head in a moment of honesty. That’s beautiful.

If you could put together a radio show, what kind of music would you play?

Sweet soul music.

Name five artists and their albums who would appear on your radio show

D’angelo – Voodoo

Jimi Hendrix – Electric Ladyland

Otis Redding – Dock Of The Bay Sessions

Arthur Verocai – Arthur Verocai

Smokey Robinson & The Miracles – Special Occasion

What would you like to achieve with your music? What does success look like to you?

A Grammy would look great in my parents’ house, although paying the bills and living a normal life thanks to music feels like a blessing every day.

One last thought to leave your fans with?

Peace & love. “Keep in mind that I’m an artist and I’m sensitive about my s*it”.

Follow TromBobby:

Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / Spotify / AppleMusic