Bass Contour Rule

Learn how to write better bass lines by creating melodic contours with 3rds and non-harmonic notes. But first… Tea!

INTRO

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Melody Interval Rule

In this lesson you’ll learn a common fault that many songwriters and producers make when writing melodies. More importantly, though, you’ll learn our theory hack for quickly and easily fixing this fault. But first… Tea!

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Frustrated Music Producer? This Is For You!

Music is an art, so technically there can’t be any mistakes.

But, and it’s a big but, there can definitely be faults, as faults are weaknesses. And unfortunately, when songwriters and producers compose…

Wrong Notes for Better Bass Lines

In this lesson you'll learn how to spice up your bass using non-diatonic notes (AKA chromatic notes). But first… Tea!

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Better Beats in 1 Second. Seriously!

In this lesson you'll learn how to improve your drum beats in one second. Seriously. But first… Tea!

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Meshuggah Hack for Better Djent Riffs

In this lesson you'll learn how to improve your Djent riffs using a hack from Meshuggah "I Am That Thirst", which is off their new album "Immutable". But first… Tea!

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How to Add Energy to Bass Lines

In this lesson you'll learn how to write better bass lines, by using 1/16 rests. But first… Tea!

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Harmonic Rhythm for Better Bass

Learn how to write better bass lines by improving your harmonic rhythm!

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How to Make Better Dance Beats

In this lesson you'll learn how to improve your four-on-the-floor drum beats. But first… Tea!

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Chord Flow Rule

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In this lesson you’ll learn a common fault that many songwriters and producers make when writing chord progressions. More importantly, though, you’ll learn our theory hack for quickly and…

Melody Range Rule

In this lesson you’ll learn a common fault that many songwriters and producers make when writing melodies. More importantly, though, you’ll learn our theory hack for quickly and easily fixing this fault. But first… Tea!

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Why MIDI Packs Suck! 

You’ve probably seen those ads for MIDI packs, right? You know the ones, where they’re trying to sell you premade chord progressions and melodies. Well, you’re about to learn why you should never ever use a…

Drum Fills in 4 Steps

In this lesson you’ll learn our 4-step method for making better drum fills. We invite you to work along with us through these steps, so by the end of this lesson, you’ll also have a…

3 Types of Drum Fills

In this lesson you’ll learn the three types of drum fills, where to use them, and how to make them. But first... Tea!

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4-Step Hack for Dark Bass Lines

In this lesson you’ll learn a simple 4-step hack for writing dark and dissonant bass lines. We invite you to work along with us through the following steps, so by the end of this…

#1 Melody Hack

Learn how to make better melodies with this game-changing hack!

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Counter Melody Rule

Learn how to avoid this common fault many songwriters & producers make in their backing melodies!

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Melody Rhythm Rule

Learn how to avoid this rhythmic fault that many songwriters and producers make in their melodies. But first... Tea!

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Stepwise Melody Rule

Learn how to avoid this common fault many songwriters and producers make in their melodies. But first... Tea!

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5-Second Intro Rule

Learn how to use our 5-Second Intro Rule to instantly capture the attention of your listeners, so your songs don’t get skipped. But first... Tea!

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Kick Drum Rule

The "Kick Drum Rule" ensures your drum beats not only groove, but also stand out from the crowd. But first... Tea!

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246 Melody Rule

With the 246 Rule you can say goodbye to mediocre melodies forever. But first… Tea!

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How to Write Chillout Chord Progressions

In this tutorial you'll learn how to write chord progressions for the Covid-19 era (and beyond), using our 6-step success formula. But first… Tea!

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80/20 Rule for Better Bass Lines

In this tutorial, you'll learn the secret 80/20 bass rule that will forever change the way you write bass lines. But first… Tea!

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Changing Chords Rule

Are your chord progressions a bit boring? Well don’t worry, cos in this tutorial you’ll learn the one thing you need to change in order to bring your chord progressions to life. And, it only takes a…