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In today’s music-making world, the only rule is there are no rules. Record whatever you want and use it as a sample. Automate effects in ways never imagined before. Mix rhythms and genres to create beats and melodies that go further and create new categories…

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When you’re pushed trembling into the presence of a major international superstar with nothing but a sweat-damp notebook and a dodgy Dictaphone for protection, here’s all you need to know to emerge as your generation’s Nick Kent. Wine o’clock on a Tuesday in the office…

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Boy George signs his first record deal in 22 years. The Culture Club frontman is joining the Sony BMG roster – home to the likes of Beyonce, Britney Spears and Celine Dion – and has promised fans he’s working on new music. The 56-year-old singer…

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  As head of Island Records’ urban division, Alex Boateng (pictured above, left, with Island president Darcus Beese) holds a key position at the heart of new music in the UK. Yes, he works with Drake and The Weeknd, but Boateng retains a position at…

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  Jane Third, UK SVP of A&R and marketing, Because Music Mura Masa Feat A$AP Rocky – LoveS$ck  “This is the song I’ve rinsed the most in the last year, the instrumental is killer, I love the lo-fi beats with the little steel drum melody, and when…

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Who thought that Brian May and Dappy teaming up was a good idea? Collaborations can revive a failing career or bring you the musical combo you didn’t know you needed; but sometimes all it offers is the most painstakingly uncomfortable few minutes of your week….

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For all artists and groups, regardless of their popularity, a strong set list is the foundation to putting on a good show. Whilst it can be fun to perform without a set list (especially for bands with a pre existing following) a well designed set list…

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  Face-value ticketing platform Twickets is to launch in the US this autumn. The company’s US home page has launched at www.twicketsusa.com and is inviting fans to sign up with more details to be revealed over the coming months. The US will become Twickets’ third territory, joining the…

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  1. Be Confident, Don’t Be Arrogant – exuding confidence relaxes the audience but don’t translate this in to arrogance. Arrogance is not an attractive trait! 2. Be Unique – make sure your unique sound or performance is capitalised on and recognised. It is important…

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Whether he’s flying over the streets of LA or submerged in its watery depths, you can always trust Kendrick Lamar to make music videos that amplify the messages in his music. Alongside Dave Free, the president of Kendrick’s label Top Dawg Entertainment, the Compton MC is part of a directing duo…

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