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Remote Music Collaboration: Tools and Tips for Seamless Production

September 18, 2024

Collaborating on music remotely has become more common, but as you’ve experienced, it can be a challenge to get it right. Audio latency, control sensitivity, and lack of real-time feedback are...

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How to Build a Loyal Fanbase Using Social Media in 2024

September 18, 2024

In today’s digital age, building a loyal fanbase is essential for musicians to thrive. Social media platforms have become powerful tools for connecting directly with fans, sharing music, and...

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Best Apps and Websites for Creating Instrumentals When You Don’t Play Instruments

September 18, 2024

As a songwriter, it can be frustrating to have melodies or lyrics in your head but no way to bring them to life without instrumental skills. Thankfully, with modern technology, there are apps and...

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How to Match Chords to Your Singing – Overcoming the Struggle

September 18, 2024

Creating music often feels like an intricate puzzle. You might have a melody that you love, but when it comes to pairing it with chords, you feel stuck. If you're in this situation, you're not alone.

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The Top 10 Free Tools Every Indie Musician Needs to Succeed

September 18, 2024

As an indie musician, creating professional music while sticking to a budget can be challenging. You might not have the resources to afford high-end software or pay for expensive marketing...

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Miley Cyrus Sued Over ‘Flowers’: The Fine Line Between Inspiration and Infringement

September 18, 2024

Music creators often walk a delicate line between drawing inspiration from their favorite songs and unintentionally infringing on the work of others. The recent lawsuit filed against Miley Cyrus...

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Breaking the "Second Verse Curse": Tips to Keep Your Songwriting Flowing

September 16, 2024

This is a predicament that many songwriters encounter: You're thrilled with the direction your song is headed, the melody feels great, and you've nailed the first verse and chorus. But then you...

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Improving Vocal Samples After Pitch or Tempo Changes: Tips and Tricks from Music Producers

September 16, 2024

Vocal manipulation, such as pitching up/down or changing tempo, is a common practice in music production, especially in remixes. However, these changes can often lead to unwanted artifacts...

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Overcoming Perfectionism in Songwriting

September 16, 2024

“How can I write songs with perfectionism?”If this sounds like you, you're not alone. Many songwriters, even those who are otherwise confident in their creative abilities, face a similar battle...

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How to Find Your Genre: Narrowing Down Your Sound and Streamlining Your Music Creation Process

September 16, 2024

When you're creating music on your own, it can be tough to define your style, especially with so many genres and influences out there. You might feel like you’re trying to piece together a puzzle...

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Unlocking the Art of Cryptic Lyricism: Strategies to Transform Your Writing

September 16, 2024

Writing lyrics that are metaphorical and cryptic can feel like a daunting task, especially when you hear others do it effortlessly. It’s easy to feel that your lyrics come across as literal or...

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Efficiently Providing Music Lessons for Younger Children: Tips for Teaching Piano, Drums, and Guitar

September 9, 2024

Teaching music to young children is a rewarding but challenging experience, especially if you're used to playing instruments yourself rather than instructing others. Whether it’s drums, piano...

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Metro Boomin Lights Up the Pyramids: A Spectacle of Beats and History

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On the evenings of April 29 and 30th, the iconic U.S. record producer Metro Boomin appeared in Egypt for his first-ever performance in the region, captivating a massive crowd of 30,000 fans at the historic Pyramids of Giza. This event wasn’t just a concert; it was a monumental celebration of music, history, and artistic collaboration.

Performing at the Pyramids, a site previously untapped by the global music industry for such events, Metro Boomin has opened a new chapter for international concerts. The successful staging of this event underlines the potential of world heritage sites as viable venues for major music events, promising an unmatched blend of culture, history, and modern entertainment.The sight of one of the Seven Wonders of the World lit up under the night sky added an unparalleled grandeur to the experience, making it not just a musical performance but a journey through time.

Before Metro Boomin, other prominent artists like Travis Scott and Kanye West had planned but ultimately canceled their performances at the Pyramids. However, Metro Boomin successfully holding his concert there not only sets a logistical and organizational precedent but also proves the viability of such historic sites for major international music events. This success could encourage other artists and event organizers to consider similar iconic venues, potentially transforming how and where live music is experienced globally.

Metro’s performance was able to showcase his mastery in music production and DJing, delivering beats that reverberated against the ancient stones of the Pyramids. His set included a mix of hits that have defined his career and shaped the sound of contemporary hip-hop, all while introducing elements that paid homage to the Egyptian setting. This careful blend of his signature style with local influences exemplified how music could transcend cultural boundaries. 

​​For music creators, the event is a source of inspiration, demonstrating that their art can transcend traditional performance spaces and be part of something historically and visually profound. It encourages artists to dream bigger about where their music can take them and the innovative ways they can connect with audiences worldwide.

Metro Boomin's performance at the Pyramids of Giza is more than just a concert; it's a cultural milestone that enriches the music industry, inspires artists, and delights audiences by merging the ancient with the avant-garde in a deeply meaningful setting.