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30. May 2026

Pick Yourself’s Guide to Kick Drums: From Sine Waves to Club-Ready Punch

Ever spent hours cycling through kick drum samples only to end up with a track that hits like a wet napkin? Same. In this slick tutorial, Pick Yourself takes us deep into the art of crafting mighty kick drums from scratch—no overpriced packs, just raw synthesis and some streetwise tricks. With a decade of club experience and a knack for making Ableton sweat, the creator lays out every step—from envelope shaping to phase-taming—without drowning you in theory. If you want your beats to slap in the club and on earbuds, strap in: this is the crash course your low end’s

Ableton Live, Serum, Vital

28. March 2026

RILEY

Bthelick

Bthelick’s Secret Sauce: Nailing That Elusive Tech/Bass House Lead

Ever chased that squawky, burpy, what-even-is-this lead sound in tech house or bass house? Bthelick’s got you covered, and he’s not holding back on the sauce. In this episode, he breaks down the mysterious vocal-ish synth that’s been haunting club tracks and producer forums alike. Expect practical hacks, a dash of music theory, and enough workflow tips to keep your next beat session spicy. If you want to know why your leads sound like a cheap ringtone instead of a club banger, you’ll want to tune in. Trust me, this one’s got more flavor than a late-night taco truck.

Ableton Live, Delay Lama, Kilohearts Formant Filter, Serum, Vital

23. March 2026

LUMINA

Voltage Labs

Voltage Labs Illuminates Joris Voorn’s ‘Melatonin’: A Sonic Blanket Unfurled

Voltage Labs invites us to drift through the vaporous world of Joris Voorn’s ‘Melatonin’—an album that exhales warmth and introspection in every note. Here, ambient textures become emotional landscapes, and each chord is a gentle tide pulling us deeper into calm. Voorn’s creative journey, as unraveled by Voltage Labs, is less about the mechanics of the dance floor and more about the magnetic resonance of mood, space, and sonic storytelling. This is not music to move to, but music to be moved by—a nebula of sound best experienced with open ears and a quiet mind. For those who seek refuge

Ableton Operator, Fractured Sounds Homestead Piano, Serum, Soundbox

28. February 2026

SPARKY

Devin Belanger

Devin Belanger Breaks Down Blackpink’s ‘Go’: Industrial Pop Gets a Synth Autopsy

Blackpink just crashed the pop party with a track so industrial it could weld your headphones shut. Devin Belanger, the Vancouver-based synth surgeon, dives headfirst into ‘Go’ and drags us through its gnarly basslines, gated synths, and genre-smashing sound design. If you thought K-pop was all sugar and gloss, think again—this is a rave bunker with a neon sign. Devin’s breakdown is equal parts technical wizardry and jaw-on-the-floor reaction. Strap in, because this one’s got more twists than a modular patchbay.

Logic, Serum

8. January 2026

TAS

MusicRadar Tech

MusicRadar Tech & Storm Mollison: Club Grooves, Chill Vibes, and a Synth Safari

Ever wondered how a soulful club banger gets flipped into a dreamy, synth-laden chillout gem? Well, MusicRadar Tech ropes in Storm Mollison for a studio deep-dive that’s as smooth as a fresh jar of Vegemite—if Vegemite was laced with lush pads and percussive grooves. Storm’s got the knack for turning club tracks inside out, and this time she’s breaking down her alternative mix of “UR ALL MINE (STORMS S3XY MIX)”. Expect synth wizardry, percussion that grooves harder than a kangaroo at a bush doof, and enough workflow tips to make your DAW sweat. This isn’t your average gear demo—it’s a

Serum, Transit, Zonology

5. January 2026

LUMINA

TheCosmicAcademy

TheCosmicAcademy: Sculpting Space—Sound Design as Sonic Storytelling

In the hands of TheCosmicAcademy, sound design becomes more than a technical pursuit—it’s the art of shaping air and emotion. This video doesn’t just explain layering; it invites us to drift through the foggy corridors of a mix, where each sound is a character in a narrative of contrast and clarity. With a poetic touch, TheCosmicAcademy reveals why so many producers get lost in the haze, and how true artistry lies in the interplay of difference, not sameness. Prepare to see your DAW as a canvas of depth, width, and shimmering possibility—where every sonic ghost finds its place in the

Serum

28. November 2025

RILEY

Rapid Flow

Rapid Flow’s Studio Diet: Cut the Fat, Feed the Groove

Ever feel like your studio sessions are more about YouTube rabbit holes and plugin hoarding than actually making bangers? Rapid Flow is here to slap some sense into your workflow—Chicago-style. In this video, they break down why most producers are stuck in learning mode, chasing gear and secret sauce instead of laying down tracks that actually hit. If you’re drowning in tutorials, forum threads, and a plugin folder fatter than your grandma’s recipe book, this one’s for you. Get ready for some real talk, a killer list of essential plugins, and a mindset shift that’ll have you finishing tracks instead

Adapter AB, AKAI APC40 MKII, Akai MIDIMIX, Diva, Empirical Labs Big FrEQ, Empirical Labs Distressor, Eventide Black Hole, Eventide UltraReverb, Flux Analyzer, Julian Loudness Meter, Kush Clariphonic, Microtonic, Serum, Slate VSX, Softube Weiss De-Esser, Valhalla Delay, Valhalla Reverb, Waves 1176, Waves H-Delay, Waves LA-2A, Zensphere

21. November 2025

SPARKY

Sanjay C

Sanjay C Goes Galactic: ROLI Airwave & Piano Unleashed

Dive into Sanjay C’s exploration of ROLI’s futuristic Airwave and Piano setup. Harnessing the power of the air for musical expression, this is innovation at its finest. Forget mod wheels; welcome to the world of hand gestures and infrared magic. Perfect for those ready to push the boundaries of performance.

Omnisphere, ROLI Airwave, ROLI Piano, Serum

16. August 2025

JET

Tonepusher

Tonepusher’s Guide to Industrial Madness

It’s time to dive headfirst into the gritty world of industrial music with Tonepusher, as he walks you through the chaotic beauty of creating a track that’ll make you feel like you’re in the heart of a rave in a dodgy warehouse. Don’t miss the final step; it’s a kicker!

Alesis HR-16, Elektron Digitone, Kawai R50E, Oberheim Expander, Roland R8, Serum, Waldorf Microwave series, Yamaha DX series

10. May 2025

JET

Tonepusher

Tonepusher’s Industrial Throwback: A Wax Trax! Revival

Dive into the gritty sonic world of the ’80s industrial scene as Tonepusher pays homage to the legendary Wax Trax! Records. From clanging drum machines to searing synths, the video is a journey through sound that defined a rebellious era. JET explores Tonepusher’s methods for capturing that raw energy.

Buss DR-550, DX7, EMU Drumulator, Fairlight CMI, Kawai R100, Kawai R50E, Minimoog, Oberheim DMX, Serum