Thursday, May 17, 2012

Become a Music Producer Part 2

by Johnny Jam on December 2, 2010
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What will it take to become a music producer? Is there an easy way in? Read about my tips on how to make it in the music business here…

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Audio Production Guide – Introduction

by Johnny Jam on November 7, 2010
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Music Production can be hard to master. Trying to balance all the musical elements into one smooth tune can be a challenge. Use this guide to better understand the elements in music production and become a record producer.

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Audio Production – Know Your Compressor

by Johnny Jam on November 4, 2010

The compressor is one of the most used effects in audio productions. It is pretty simple in its design, basically created to help you better control the dynamics in the sound you are working with.

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Music Production Services

by Johnny Jam on November 4, 2010
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Are you looking for help to take your music career to the next level? Want to present your songs to a record label, music venue or club promoter?. Then, make sure your productions sounds top notch. Let me help you.

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Improve Your Co-writing

by Johnny Jam on October 8, 2010

Today many music producers are becoming songwriters too. Not only can it benefit the quality of the song to have a producer on board in the writing process, but it also makes it easier for the lyricist or artist to shop or sell the song because of the improved quality of the music production. Here are some tips for improving your co-writing skills.

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How To Become A Music Producer

by Johnny Jam on March 19, 2010

I often get the question, “How can I become a music producer?” The truth is that there isn’t a simple answer but first and foremost, you need talent in understanding music production. And then you need perseverance. Because the road to become a music producer is not without bumps. It goes without saying that you [...]

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Make your mixes stand out!

by Johnny Jam on March 18, 2010

We have all been there. Worked hours or maybe even days trying to get the perfect mix. Finally we feel it’s there. Perfect….that is until we compare it to a commercial record. For some reason it doesn’t sound as puncy, clear and crisp as that. What is wrong??? Here is a few tips that might [...]

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Download Free Beats

by Johnny Jam on February 11, 2009

Good news. I have finally finished my new website Free Hip Hop Beats Be sure to sign up for the free newsletter to get download access to new free beats every month. You can find the sign-up form by clicking this link here: Free Hip Hop Beats Sign-up See you.

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How To Get Great Sounding Drums In Your Mix

by Johnny Jam on February 1, 2009

For me the main foundation for a solid track is the drums. Depending on the style of music you make, the approach to drum mixing varies. I mostly work in a mixture of pop/dance and R&B, and the way I mix drums here is quite different from rock or jazz. So just know that this [...]

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Introduction To Mixing

by Johnny Jam on December 27, 2008

The mix can make or break the presentation of a song. A great song with a bad production and mix, will have a tough challenge making it. But it is not really that hard to create a great sounding mix once you know a few guidelines. Here follows how I prepare for my Pop/R&B mixes. The first [...]

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