Friday October 30, 2009 FM220 In the Studio with: Claude VonStroke
Future Music 220 goes on sale today and you can get the full 'In the studio' interview with Claude VonStroke as well as the multi-track for Vocals Chords with the chance to remix it. So get down the shops right now!
If for some reason you can't find it in the shop you can always purchase it at www.myfavouritemagazines.co.uk or even better subscribe and get it cheaper and hassle free!.
Thursday October 29, 2009 Future Music issue 220 On Sale Today!
Future Music 220 is on sale now. It looks like this. Buy it. Be impressed.
Yes. It's that time again. Another new issue and another milestone in Future Music's continued quest for your impending greatness.
There’s nothing more exciting (scary?) than taking centre stage at the mic and belting out a tune. Some folks take to it like Robbie Williams to Wembley, while others literally ‘can’t sing’ no matter how much ‘toffee’ is being shoved their way. Being ‘the singer’ requires not only the skill to sing, but also the personality to make good on the promise that the job title always carries with it. Erk.
Where's this intro heading? In the direction of this month's biiiig feature, of course!
It's a fact that many producers either never indulge their tracks with vocals, or have to search (and pay) for someone to do the job. However – like so many other aspects of music production – modern studio tech can help. This month’s cover feature spells out the process that can not only turn first-time vocalists into pitch-perfect veterans, but reveals the secrets behind the incredible vocal sounds that dominate today’s hit records. We’re certain it’s going to inspire you to step up.
Keeping on the vocal vibe, check out our massive In The Studio with Claude VonStroke this month. Not only does the house giant invite us into his studio for the usual exclusive FM guided tour through his tracks and gear, but he's even been kind enough to gift you the multitrack parts to his Vocal Chords hit on the DVD. Remix it and win! Full details in the mag.
And wrapping this month's bumper package up there's a swollen review zone, with matching video and audio tests on the DVD. In fact, this month there’s over three hours of video to enjoy. So, do find an excuse to kick back and enjoy. And to get you warmed up (as only a guy with a beard can) here's this month's teaser vid of VonStroke in action.
FM220 Promo Feat: Claude VonStroke from will seelig on Vimeo.
Monday October 26, 2009 Wavealchemy launch new site
Nine months in the making, sample experts Wave Alchemy have launched their brand new site. Here's a quick breakdown of what you can expect...
- Digital Download sample shop.
- Buy directly from Wave Alchemy.
- Interact with Wave Alchemy Sound Designers.
- Sign up for access to over 250MB of high quality free samples taken from our products.
- Read what established artists/producers have to say about our products.
- Read Industry reviews.
- Use the custom built Wave Alchemy mp3 player to listen to samples before you buy.
- Right Click save as function for every one of our product demos (so you can listen to the demos on your studio monitors).
- Order with confidence with our secure ordering and payment system through Paypal.
- Start Downloading your purchases within 3 minutes.
FM Quick Tip: Thomas Gold
Running slightly later than usual due to our attendance at the amazing ADE in Amsterdam here is this weeks quick tip. You can expect a whole heap of ADE related tips over the next few weeks.
Novation Launch Pad on video
In FM220 going on sale 30/10/09 you can get the full review of the new Ableton controller from Novation. To accompany this Martin Delaney has put together this video to show you exactly what this unit is capable of.
Monday October 19, 2009 Get ready for ADE!
SONICACADEMY.COM JOIN FORCES WITH TOOLROOM RECORDS AT AMSTERDAM
DANCE EVENT 2009 – WIN A CHANCE TO BE
PART OF IT!
SonicAcademy.com are co-hosting the exclusive invite-only industry event with Toolroom Records alongside M-Audio & Fuga at this years Amsterdam
Dance Event which takes place on Thursday
22nd October at the five star Pulitzer Hotel, featuring a full
live set from Dirty Vegas and funk fuelled alternative sets from Funkagenda and Martijn Ten Velden.
To celebrate this partnership
we’ve teamed up to give one lucky winner an amazing opportunity to win:
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Two guest-list places to the strictly limited, invite-only Toolroom party @ ADE
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Free entry to ADE Next on Saturday 24th October.
·
Ableton Live 8
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A years subscription to SonicAcademy.com allowing you full access
to all video tutorials onsite including extensive Logic, Reason, Ableton, Cubase and DJ technique
modules.
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Signed Dirty Vegas album
·
The latest Toolroom albums from Mark
Knight, Funkagenda, and Joachim Garraud
Five lucky runners up will also win an annual subscription to
SonicAcademy.com
SonicAcademy.com is the fastest growing web
portal online for anyone interested in music
technology offering high quality video tutorials and resources as well as
an online community where you can meet and learn
all aspects of music production and DJ’ing.
From its HQ in Maidstone, England, Toolroom Records
sets the standard as one of the most respected dance labels in the world.
Arriving in 2003 with a focus on fresh, world-class
talent and cutting-edge music,
they are now into their sixth year with several
sub-labels, a renowned club night,
tour package & DJ-led compilation brand entitled “Toolroom Knights” and an 10-strong full-time
team working hard to make the Toolroom name synonymous with the best of the best in this
industry!
New for 2009, ADE Next is open to the public and is a platform
for new talent and those interested in all aspects of the music industry to
have the opportunity to connect with
artists and professionals from a variety of music genres and companies as
well as attend panels addressing
some of the hottest topics in
today’s music industry.
Visit www.sonicacademy.com/toolroom
for your chance to win!
Competition closes at Midnight Tuesday 20th October.
FM Quick Tip: Philippe Zdar
This weeks quick tip comes from the legendary French producer and one half of Cassius Philippe Zdar.
Monday October 12, 2009 FM Quick Tip: Sharam Jey
This weeks production tip-bit comes from King Kong Records head honcho and producer/re-mixer Sharam Jey.
Friday October 09, 2009 Imogen Heap - Live Set Up
Imogen Heap is well known for her unique live performances as well as her use of technology. She is currently wowing crowds with her use of the Monome controller. This video however was shot before she had got that set up running and deals with her last Live set-up.
You can see Imogen break down a track from her new album in FM219 that is on sale now!
Monday October 05, 2009 FM Quick Tip: Simon Mills
This weeks quick tip: Cut up and chill pioneers Bent dish out a top tip from their gear-laden studio
