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Category: Recording Tips

by Young Coconut - July 13, 2018July 13, 2018

Alex Gage’s Flagship Leaves Port For Proverbial High Seas of Art Rock

There's a lot of bands out there trying to make it today - maybe now more than ever.  Some of these artists are cognizant of their trajectory to where they would like to be in the scheme of things, whether it be becoming a solid live act with a local following that simply pays the…
by Young Coconut - May 7, 2018

Can You Make A Living Making Music For Audiojungle? – Diva Production Music Interview

When it comes to creating and selling royalty-free music online, I must admit that, until recently, I was only vaguely aware of the concept.  But, as a musician and someone who is always trying to explore new potential money-making ideas, there comes a time where such ideas enter your awareness and you ponder them.  Sometimes…
by Young Coconut - March 21, 2018September 21, 2018

What Are The Different Types of Music File Formats – Lossy vs Lossless Types Reviewed

When it comes to audio file formats, there are basically two types: lossless, and lossy.  Lossless audio retains all of the original quality from whatever source it came from, whether it be compact disc, tape, vinyl, or something else. Lossy audio sacrifices quality so that it can save space, resulting in a smaller and more…
by Young Coconut - February 18, 2018February 20, 2018

Nine Inch Nails, Nirvana, and …Norm’s Headache? – Recording at Smart Studios in the 90’s Interview with Bob Reich

Today I had a chance to talk to my friend Bob Reich, who used to play in a band called Norm's Headache in the Wisconsin area in the mid-90's (they were from LaCrosse).  Norm's Headache was a typical configuration for a rock band - 4 members, with Bob on bass, Mark Sauer on guitar, Paul…
by Young Coconut - January 31, 2018January 31, 2018

Talking Beats and Business with Daniel Hartnett of The Corporatethief Beats

Hey guys, YC here. Today was a good day.  I got up, fed my cat, had some coffee and sloppy joe's for breakfast, and then conducted an interview with beat-maker and online marketer Daniel Hartnett, the man behind The Corporatethief Beats.  I came across Daniel while doing research on how to better use Twitter to…
by Young Coconut - December 24, 2017December 24, 2017

Advanced Songwriting Tips and Techniques for Serious Rockers

Today we (YTMS) interview accomplished singer and songwriter, Fauxtown Records' very own "indie rocker" Young Coconut (inset right), to ask him to provide some songwriting tips and techniques for songwriters and rock dawgs who may already know a few things about how to write a song, but want to know even more.  Today we dive deep by examining…
kontakt 5 player review
by Young Coconut - December 18, 2017December 18, 2017

Using Kontakt by Native Instruments – Overview and Chat with Producer Daniel Kern

Hey guys, Young Coconut here, musician and Fauxtown Records artist.  Lately, as I've been getting more into making electronic music of my own, I've been hearing a lot about this program called Kontakt, and specifically the fifth version Kontakt 5, by Native Instruments.  Check price on Amazon My buddy Daniel Kern uses it frequently with…
by Young Coconut - December 16, 2017December 16, 2017

How To Record A Rock Album At Home – In Convo with Fauxtown Recording Artist YC

It is becoming increasingly easy to record your own professional sounding music at home, whether it's rock, jazz, folk, metal, country, and so forth.  This home recording boom comes not a minute too soon, because the music industry as it once was is pretty much gone the way of the dodo bird.  In decades past,…
by Young Coconut - November 29, 2017November 29, 2017

Tascam US122MKII USB Audio Midi Interface Review

Today we review the Tascam US122MKII USB Audio Midi Interface, which is a small (2.4 pound, 7.5 x 5 x 2.5 inches) USB device that can be used to record live with microphones or via MIDI line in / out.  Check price on Amazon now In this review, we're going to go about it a bit different…
by Young Coconut - September 15, 2017

Should I Make An Album or EP? The Pros and Cons of Each

When it comes to releasing music, musicians (especially new ones) occasionally face the difficult choice of whether to put out an EP or a full length album. In case you’re not familiar with these terms, an EP (Extended Play album) is usually a compilation of around 4 to 6 songs released mostly for promotional purposes,…

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