Island Tutorials

Adding great drums to a song on the spot takes inspiration - but as Jack explains, there are some other tricks you can have up your sleeve.

Return tracks are super handy ways to mix effects and apply other plugins in Ableton Live - but how do you use them? Learn here!

A crucial part of guitar recording is picking the right amplifier. Here are our top five things to consider to help you make your choice.

A million-dollar home studio would be nice, but you don't need it to produce great music. Here's your essential shopping list, explained!

There's a guitar for every recording job out there - but which one suits you? We run through some basic guitar features to help you pick.

Ableton Live is a great DAW for electronic music production, but it can be tricky for beginners. Tom is here to help you start making noise!

Whether you're mixing yourself or hiring an engineer, here's a checklist to set your audio clips and tracks up for success!

The best musicians have a uniquely identifiable 'sound' and 'feel' in their playing. Here are some tips to help you find yours.

Over 50 years since disbanding, The Beatles have a new song, with a production process also spanning decades. We review how it was made!

Our Artist Branding series wraps up with an in-depth guide that helps you pull your own brand together!

If you're looking to get into music production then your first stop will be choosing a DAW. We're going to help you choose the best option!

After covering what artist branding is and why it matters, it's time to look at the importance of knowing who your audience is.

Dive deeper into why artist branding matters - and pick up more tips on shaping your own brand - in Part 2 of our dedicated blog series.

Here are five things every electric guitar player should know when recording!

Our Reverse Engineering series continues with a deconstruction of one of the greatest concept albums of all time.

Here are some tips and tricks to make sure you're working with the right instruments and getting the right sounds when recording.

To cut through today's saturated marketplace, the image your present for your music is vital. Our new series on branding is here to help!

In the first of our Reverse Engineering series, Tom takes you inside a true classic album.

A simple DIY makeover for your guitar to help it sing on record!

Sometimes you need to think like MacGyver in a drum session to solve problems and get the sounds you need. Get some ideas here!