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Will Google End Work for Music Creators with their New Music AI?

February 1, 2023

Google has done it. They have created an AI that can generate music from text descriptions. The announcement of this is timely because recently Chat GPT, (a language learning model created by OpenAI

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The Road to Success: What qualities can we learn from Kpop Idols?

January 28, 2023

What does it take to be a professional singer in South Korea? On stage, these Kpop idols capture our attention with catchy songs and amazing choreographies, but what about off-stage? Behind the ...

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Songwriter's Block: Inspiration Tuning in From Around the World

January 26, 2023

Writer’s block is real, and it’s not just authors, but also songwriters and composers. Thinking of top hit songs can be difficult, so how do the pros do it? Where do they get their inspiration from?

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Arcane: How A Video Game Adaptation Ended Up With A Banger Soundtrack

January 26, 2023

What does a TV show based on a video game and the music industry have in common? Near the end of 2021, Arcane took the world by storm after debuting on Netflix. Not only did it dazzle us with its...

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How Black Pink Should Negotiate Their New Contract with YG Entertainment

January 23, 2023

As the contract between Blackpink and YG Entertainment nears its end, fans of the popular South Korean girl group are wondering if the group will renew their contract with the agency...

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Writer's Block is Real, Even for J.Cole: Here are 8 Tips to Overcome

January 19, 2023

Rapper J. Cole has recently announced that he had been struggling with writer's block, but found a way to break free from it by using a type beat from Youtube music producer BVTMAN's YouTube...

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Hania Rani: A Virtuoso in the World of Classical and Electronic Music

January 19, 2023

Hania Rani is a Polish pianist and composer whose music has been described as "hauntingly beautiful" and "evocative." She is known for her unique blend of classical and electronic music, which she...

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Ryan Tedder’s Studio Review: Writing Three Songs From Scratch

January 16, 2023

Ryan Tedder is a highly accomplished and sought-after music producer and songwriter. He is known for his work with a wide range of artists including: Adele, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and OneRepublic...

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Quentin Miller only got paid $30,000 for writing 6 Drake songs.

January 6, 2022

Drake's ghostwriter controversy has been a topic of conversation since the rapper's feud with Meek Mill in 2015. Quentin Miller, a lesser-known rapper from Atlanta, was named as the ghostwriter....

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Timbaland’s Beatmaking Masterclass Review: A Class on Feeling the Flow

December 28, 2022

Many artists are using their personal brand and influence to educate artists, from beginners to fellow professionals. Timbaland has partnered with Masterclass to teach musicians how to make unique...

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Rina Sawyama -- The Voice of a Genre-Spanning Pop Star

December 7, 2022

Rina Sawayama has burst into the consciousness of queer music listeners in recent years. My first time listening to her work was Cherry, a track that is bubbly ...

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YouTube Announces New “Creator Music” Platform

October 4, 2022

In the wake of Tiktok’s rapid expansion and growing dominance in the short-form video market, YouTube has felt the pressure to adapt to keep up with the shifting demands of its audience...

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Lady Gaga Says Her New Music Is ‘Nothing Like Anything That I’ve Ever Made’

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Lady Gaga has never shied away from pushing the boundaries of her music, and her recent announcement at the Los Angeles premiere of "Gaga Chromatica Ball" signals yet another exciting evolution in her illustrious career. The pop icon confirmed that she has been "in the studio every single day," creating music that represents a significant departure from her previous work. During a Q&A session, Gaga expressed her passion for exploring new musical genres and her commitment to breaking conventions, stating, "I love to break genre and I love to explore music." This period of creativity, which began during the Chromatica Ball Tour in 2022, is marked by a deep exploration of the "art of intensity," a theme that seems to resonate deeply with her current artistic vision.

The Chromatica Ball Tour itself was a landmark event, showcasing Gaga's resilience and dedication to her fans amidst challenging circumstances. Reflecting on the tour, Gaga described it as a "special time" when stadiums worldwide were filled with fans eager to experience live music once again. Despite the difficulties, including performing while battling Covid, Gaga's commitment to her audience never wavered. Her willingness to perform under such conditions underscores her deep connection with her fans and her unwavering professionalism. The tour not only marked the culmination of a significant chapter in her life but also heralded the beginning of a new one, as she felt "renewed to do something entirely different.

As Lady Gaga embarks on this new musical journey, fans can anticipate a fresh and innovative sound that breaks away from her previous albums. Her recent work in the studio and the revival of her Jazz and Piano show in Las Vegas reflect a dynamic and multifaceted approach to her artistry. Gaga's openness to experimenting with new styles and her bold embrace of a "brutalist aesthetic" demonstrate her continued evolution as an artist. As she herself noted, this new phase represents a brave step forward, one that promises to captivate and surprise her audience. With Gaga's talent and fearless creativity, the future of her music is bound to be as groundbreaking and inspiring as ever.