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AI in music production: Useful tool or creativity killer?

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Between Inspiration and Automation: What Role Does Artificial Intelligence Play in Modern Music Production? Artificial intelligence has permeated almost all creative fields in recent years. Music production is also changing rapidly. Tools like ChatGPT, SUNO, Udio, iZotope Ozone, LANDR, and AI-powered stem separation promise faster workflows, new creative possibilities, and professional results. But the question arises... Read more

Why live instruments make electronic music more emotional

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When electronic music meets real performance. Electronic music thrives on groove, atmosphere, and energy. But despite perfect productions and modern DJ technology, many people yearn for something that goes beyond mere beats: for emotions, spontaneity, and a genuine connection with the audience. This is precisely where live instruments like saxophone, percussion, or vocals come into play. More and more... Read more

Music production for beginners - part two

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Part 2: From the First Beat to the Finished Track 6. The Production Process Step by Step A typical workflow looks like this: a) Idea & Groove Start with a drum loop or a simple melody. The groove is the foundation. b) Arrangement Build your track systematically: Intro Structure Drop Break Finale c) Sound Design Adjust sounds, use... Read more

Music production for beginners - part one

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The world of electronic music production is fascinating, diverse, and more accessible to beginners than ever before. Thanks to modern software, affordable hardware, and a globally connected community, virtually anyone can transform their creative ideas into professional tracks. However, especially at the beginning, the sheer number of tools, terms, and possibilities can be overwhelming. This guide will help you navigate this complex landscape... Read more

Behind the Scenes: How an electronic track is created from A to Z

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Part 2: Fine-tuning, Mixdown, and Release – The Road to the Finished Track Once the basic structure is in place, the real work begins. The track is refined, sounds are swapped, layers are added, and transitions are optimized. Automation adds movement and dynamics – filter sweeps, volume gradients, and effects like reverb and delay bring the track to life. The next big step... Read more

Behind the Scenes: How an electronic track is created from A to Z

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Part 1: From Idea to Framework – The Creative Origin The creation of an electronic track rarely begins with a finished concept. Rather, it's an organic process of inspiration, experimentation, and technical know-how. The first step is usually brainstorming – be it through a particular feeling, a club experience, a sound fragment, or a melody... Read more

Collaborations in electronic music

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In electronic music, individuality has long been a central guiding principle: the producer alone in the studio, surrounded by synthesizers, drum machines, and DAWs. But especially in the digital age, it's becoming increasingly clear that collaboration is one of the strongest drivers of innovation, sound development, and artistic growth. Collaboration opens doors to new perspectives, genres, and creative processes that... Read more

The importance of music and sound design in electronic music production

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Sound is identity: Why sound design makes the difference. Electronic music is far more than just rhythm and melody – above all, it is sound art. In a world where digital production tools are virtually unlimited, the success of a track is no longer determined solely by its concept, but primarily by the quality and uniqueness of its sound... Read more

Why we need to redefine "art" and "artist" in the AI age

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The rapid development of artificial intelligence is presenting the creative industry with one of the biggest upheavals since digitalization. Tools such as generative music AI, image generators, and text models produce content in seconds—often in a quality that imitates or even surpasses human work. But this is precisely where a central question arises: What is "art" today—and... Read more

Independent artists in self-publishing

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Digitalization has fundamentally changed the music industry. Thanks to platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, independent artists can now release their music worldwide without needing a traditional label. Self-publishing has thus become a realistic alternative. However, especially in Germany and the European Union, independent artists face several legal and structural hurdles – particularly… Read more

How Artificial Intelligence is changing electronic music production

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Electronic music production has developed rapidly in recent decades. From analog synthesizers to digital audio workstations and cloud-based production environments, technological innovations have always shaped the scene. However, one of the biggest changes in recent years has been the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Especially in a creative city like Munich, where... Read more

The 7 biggest myths about streaming royalties

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Streaming has revolutionized the music industry. Billions of plays are registered daily on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. At the same time, many artists believe that the payment system behind these streams is simple and transparent. But the reality is far more complex. Numerous misconceptions exist surrounding streaming royalties – both among newcomers and established musicians. ... Read more

Royalties in 2026

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Digitalization has revolutionized the music industry. Streaming platforms now provide detailed data on every single use of a song: when it was played, in which country, on which platform, and how often. At the same time, we live in the age of big data, automated rights management, and artificial intelligence. Despite these technological possibilities, the practices of collecting societies show that... Read more

Native Instruments is insolvent.

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The insolvency of Native Instruments feels like a shock to many of us – and at the same time like something we've seen coming for years. Anyone who has DJ'd with Traktor, produced with Komplete, or created beats with Maschine associates NI not just with software, but with a piece of music history. All the more bitter, then, is the current... Read more

Spatial Audio 3D

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Spatial audio – often also called "3D audio" or "immersive audio" – is far more than just a technological trend. It describes a sound format that no longer presents sound solely in left/right (stereo), but as a three-dimensional experience in space. Instead of two or four speakers, spatial audio uses a system of many precisely distributed speakers that... Read more

Why sustainable music production is important

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Sustainability is no longer just a trend, but a necessity – also in music production. Especially in a city like Munich, considered a creative hotspot for electronic music, DJs, and producers, the topic of environmentally conscious music production is gaining increasing importance. Artists today are not only faced with the challenge of working in sonically innovative ways, ... Read more
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