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Stuck for ideas? Here's how to create fresh basslines and melodies with Ableton Live 12’s MIDI tools
By Si Truss published
In our latest video tutorial, we explore how to use Live generative MIDI tools and hardware-inspired sequencers to create riffs and patterns

7 great house and techno tips from Don’t Be Afraid label boss Semtek (aka DJ Persuasion)
By Si Truss published
The producer, DJ and founder of one of the UK's most respected underground labels revisits a 2012 release to explore what he's learned in 15 years of releasing house and techno

37 heavyweight bass production tips
By The MusicRadar Team published
More than three dozen priceless nuggets of bass recording and production wisdom

Produce better music with our ultimate compression cheat sheet
By Si Truss published
Confused about where to start with compressors and dynamics effects? We'll guide you through the essential features and settings

“Music is fundamentally about connection": Tom Misch is now taking applications for Wildflower 2025
By Will Simpson published
Applications close today

Why imposing hard limitations could be the secret to finishing more music
By Andy Price published
We’re all struggling to fit in music-making between our other time consuming responsibilities. Optimise your process by cutting back on the options

5 creative ways to use distortion in Ableton Live: From punchier drums to dub techno delays
By Si Truss published
Let's explore how devices including Saturator, Roar and Erosion can help bring a track to life

How to program MIDI drums that sound like the real thing
By MusicRadar Team published
You might not be a drummer, but that shouldn't prevent you from programming totally convincing drum tracks that have a live feel
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