Miles Davis and the Invention of Fusion
In 1970, jazz trumpet legend Miles Davis rocked the music world with Bitches Brew. The double-album concept had become common in rock music, but... Read more »
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Feb 7, 2020, 9:22 AM
Jan 10, 2020, 9:16 AM
How Chords Work — With Sound Samples
Have you ever looked across the stars, pondering the universe in all its expansive wonder, and thought, “how do chords work?” If so, this is the... Read more »
Jul 22, 2019, 8:00 AM
How to Revive Motivation and Creativity
Life is grand when you’re full of ideas and your music flows effortlessly — and it can feel hopeless when your creative well runs dry. How do... Read more »
Jun 14, 2019, 3:00 PM
Here’s to Those Who Lead the Way: A Father’s Day Tribute
When it comes to family, there’s a feeling of connection that transcends generations, time, and distance. For the lucky ones, that connection... Read more »
May 31, 2019, 8:00 AM
A Sneak Peek at GearFest 2019
GearFest 2019 — our annual, FREE celebration of musicians and the gear we love — takes place Friday and Saturday, June 21–22, 2019, right here... Read more »
May 25, 2019, 8:00 AM
Are Online Band Practices Possible?
The Internet has opened up the whole world to musicians. It has transformed the way we create music. It has democratized the industry, enabling... Read more »
May 20, 2019, 8:00 AM
Protecting Your Back: Tips from a Doctor
As musicians, we find ourselves in all sorts of venues. Deciding what equipment to take and where to put it requires time to sort out, but one... Read more »
Apr 23, 2019, 8:00 AM
Customer Studio Spotlight: Mystery Street Recording Company
Packed to the gills with top-shelf gear, Mystery Street Recording Company is one of Chicago’s premier recording destinations. Besides recording,... Read more »
Apr 16, 2019, 8:00 AM
100,000 Phone Calls: A Sweetwater Tech’s Milestone
Here at Sweetwater, our commitment to serving others drives everything we do. And nowhere is that more apparent than in our Technical Support... Read more »
Apr 30, 2018, 2:00 PM
Virtual Mic Shootout — with Sound Samples
Is it possible to add some digital magic to an affordable solid-state mic and convincingly mimic the sound of an extremely desirable and... Read more »