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We’re celebrating Black History Month here in the US by shining a light on some of the Black artists whose influence, bravery, and innovation changed the music industry forever. Make sure to indulge further beyond this list to learn about the numerous trailblazers that revolutionized the music industry, despite the adversity, oppression, and limitations they […]
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From the mainstream to the underground, the history of dance music has deep ties to the LGBTQ community. In the early beginnings, back in 1890, many blues musicians began expressing their same-sex sexual adventures, which sparked others to follow suit. The 70s saw the opening of Frankie Knuckles’ The Warehouse club in Chiacgo, a members-only venue that was […]
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We’ve all fallen victim to the procrastination monster. Can you blame us? It’s so easy to do. Sure, it feels great in the moment to avoid all responsibilities, but when all those unfinished projects and pressing deadlines come crashing down on you, the chaos and stress take away all the fun and happiness you get […]
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For this week’s Track of the Week, we’re spotlighting JT The Goon and Moscow Legend’s ruthless instrumental grime track, ‘Explosive Combo’. Each week we will be sharing a track, album or mix which deserves your attention. Tune in below. DO OR DIE EP by JT THE GOON & MOSCOW LEGENDToday, JT The Goon and Moscow Legend […]
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Here at Point Blank, learning from industry professionals is something we hold at the forefront of our teaching methods. Whether it’s by our professional lecturers, with years of experience, or the regular artist masterclasses we are renowned for, we aim to provide the best in music industry insights. This year there is a lot to get excited about. […]
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Anyone else missing live shows? Because we most definitely are! Though it’s not exactly the same experience as being elbow-to-elbow with other music lovers, concert films can definitely help fill the void. Lucky for us, there is a huge variety of films of all music genres and eras to keep us entertained. Lucky for you, we’ve […]
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On the first Friday of every month since March, Bandcamp have been waiving their revenue share to help support the many artists who have been impacted by the pandemic. There are a number of excellent recent releases on the platform, from artists, labels, collectives and more, which deserve your attention – and we’ve listed some of our top picks […]
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You know it as the world’s reigning music-oriented trade event. You love it for providing a space where music lovers like you can explore the latest, greatest, most exciting innovations in music technology. It’s the NAMM Convention. Even though the National Association of Music Merchants had to be moved online this year, nothing could stop us from getting a […]
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Welcome to our roundup of mixes you need to hear this month, where we spotlight some of the best that electronic music has to offer in the form of forward-thinking track selections, pure club annihilation and new, unreleased cuts from our favourite artists. If you’re looking to learn the ins-and-outs of DJing and create your […]
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Music consumption, like most things these days, has moved to be predominantly online. Making your music available for the general public to stream is a must for independent artists looking to build a fanbase. There are millions of listeners out there, but what are the best ways to get your music in front of them and […]
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