Synthesizers are among the most commonly used tools in contemporary music production. They play a crucial role in various genres, including electronic music, hip-hop, pop, rock music, and dark wave. Thanks to digitization, they have become widely accessible and relatively affordable. But what exactly is a synthesizer, what purpose does it serve, and how does it work?

After the United States passed a bill to ban TikTok unless sold to a US firm, the company decided to sue the US government for First Amendment rights.

In a press release, Universal Music Group and TikTok announced a new multi-dimensional licensing agreement that will improve artists' conditions. The deal comes after a dispute between the two companies, during which UMG pulled all of its music from TikTok.

Over recent years, spatial audio has become increasingly popular among music enthusiasts and producers alike. Among such technologies is the 360° object-based, immersive surround sound technology Dolby Atmos. This article explores Dolby Atmos for musicians, how to mix spatial audio, and how to upload Dolby Atmos mixes to streaming platforms.