A look at the evolution of batida – an ever-evolving style of electronic music coming out of Portugal that fuses Angolan and other West African influences with sampling and beatmaking techniques. Plus, batida beatmakers RS Produções share a free selection of loops and beats.
Alan Sparhawk of US indie legends Low talks about branching out into uncharted electronic territory on his debut solo album White Roses, My God.
Wrap up 2024 by checking out some of our favorite tutorials, videos, and features from across the year, and head into 2025 with all the music-making inspiration you could wish for.
Munich-based artist Polygonia discusses the making of her new track, “Neon Oracle”, and her multidisciplinary approaches to music making.
Erased Tapes artist Ben Lukas Boysen (aka Hecq) breaks down the gear, techniques and intention behind every track of his album Alta Ripa. Plus he shares the track “Quasar” as a free Ableton Live Project complete with audio stems.
Atlantic Records producer Ebonie Smith talks about the influence of cinema and the unique demands of working with poets and spoken-word artists.
See how LNA uses Move’s built-in microphone, effects, and parameter automation to create interesting ideas quickly.
To become a better musician, practice is essential, but it doesn't have to be boring. Rodi Kirk shares tips on incorporating rudiments into your daily routine, making practice more enjoyable – plus, get some free lessons from Melodics.
Jazz-house rising star Berlioz expounds on his production process, working with session musicians and balancing spontaneity with structure.
upsammy aka the Netherlands’ Thessa Torsig gives insights into the tools and processes she uses for her genre-defying electronic compositions. She also shares a selection of specially-crated audio loops, free to download.
Check out Auto Shift, Drum Sampler and all of Live 12.1’s new additions – and what this latest update brings to Push.
Chuck Sutton talks about the hidden potential in Live's native devices, problem solving leading to new ideas and using technical tools for creative results.
See how Side Brain builds a beat in under 20 minutes using Move's intuitive step sequencer, pads, and built-in effects.
Head of Product Johannes Russ answers the most popular questions about Move from the Ableton Community.
Harpist Emily Hopkins talks about her experimental approach to the harp, which she documents on her popular YouTube channel.
Watch Jamie Blake sample sounds and build a quick beat with Ableton Move.
Kyoto, Japan-based producer Stones Taro discusses sub-bass and the sub-aquatic inspiration for his drum and bass and house productions. Plus, he offers an Ableton Live Set of a track from his new album as a free download.
US psychedelic-pop-rockers MGMT talk about the absurdity and humor in their creative process and their academic experimental music background.