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Featured Artist: ryzenn AKA taiko!

If you check out ryzenn AKA taiko!'s, tracklist, it’s pretty clear this is an artist who refuses to stick to just one sound. While trap and its variations are at the core of his music, he pulls in influences from all kinds of genres to shape his unique style. He’s always evolving, mixing things up, and finding fresh ways to stand out in any genre he dives into. His tracks feel new and exciting but still have that signature ryzenn vibe. Every project builds on what he’s done before while also breaking new ground. It’s this blend of consistency and innovation that keeps ryzenn one step ahead and always worth listening to.

Interview

About: : Daniel AKA ryzenn AKA taiko!

Hello! My name Daniel! I go by ryzenn, or taiko! as most of you know me by! I am from Virginia, lived here all of my life and I honestly love VA. I am 19, currently studying in college for my Cybersecurity degree, planning to get either my Bachelor's or my Master's degree in cyber! I have really strong passion for music and music production, and I am really into audio.

I love technology and I have a deep passion for computers and tech. I am also really into photography, and videography, and I used to be a camera operator for a live broadcasting team for a church!

Describe the style of music you produce

The type of music that I produce is mainly subgenres of hip hop and trap, I have also been trying to bring reggaeton into audiotool! Some of the subgenre that I make or have made include sigilkore, maplekore, reggaeton, hip hop, trap, wave, new jazz, jazz fusion phonk, phonk, and more!

What is your musical background and when did you start making music?

I grew up in a family of musicians, guitarists, pianists, and drummers. My dad was one of the drummers at our church, and for years, I watched him and my uncles play drums, piano, and guitars. Music was always around me, but my real journey into music production began when I was about eight years old in 2013.

Back in 2013, my dad was a reggaeton artist. He played drums, percussion, and guitar, and he often took me to a studio where he would record his vocals. I remember being fascinated by the software I saw, FL Studio 11, FL Studio 12, Pro Tools. I didn’t fully understand what they were, but I knew I wanted to learn.

In 2016, I joined my middle school’s band class and started playing drums and percussion. That experience fueled my passion for music. By 2018, I was constantly listening to trap and hip-hop, artists such as Migos, Drake, Future, Joey Trap, xxxtentacion, Lil Peep, Bad Bunny, and more, but I also loved jazz, lo-fi, and R&B.

One day in my Algebra class, I was looking for a clean version of a Fortnite soundtrack I liked but couldn’t find one. That’s when I thought, “What if I remake it myself?” I started searching for free music software on my school Chromebook and stumbled upon flat.io, Soundtrap, audiosauna (RIP Adobe Flash Player), and audiotool. Soundtrap was too complicated at first, and audiotool felt overwhelming, but I gave audiosauna a try. That was my first step into music production, I began remaking songs and experimenting with sounds.

When middle school ended and I entered high school, I only had my Chromebook to work with. I decided to give Soundtrap another shot and started making beats on there, even posting them when public profiles were still a thing. In 2019, I tried GarageBand and began producing more, though I never released anything.

Then came 2020. When COVID lockdowns hit, I spent most of my time on Soundtrap or my phone, but I felt limited. Soundtrap was getting rid of public profiles, and I wanted a new platform. My friend, guyywitbeats, was using audiotool at the time and I gave audiotool another try. It was still confusing, and my Chromebook could barely handle it, but I slowly started learning. The Chromebook I had during lockdown was the worst and the most unbearable thing, it would black out on 4 tabs, freeze on Google Classroom, and would barely run the Machiniste.

When we returned to in-person classes for my junior year, I kept pushing forward. During study hall, I’d pull out my Chromebook, put my AirPods in, and open audiotool. My passion kept growing—I even started making beats during class when I had the chance.

Senior year took things to another level. I spent more time producing and met great friends through music. One of my coolest projects was for my government class, we had to create a fictional country, and my teacher let me and my friend make a national anthem. We wrote the chords, recorded guitar parts in Audacity, and produced the entire song in audiotool. I even got to present the audiotool project in front of the class on the Smartboard, and they loved it. I also made a graduation song for the Class of 2023, which was a huge moment for me. I even used audiotool to make a gymnastics floor music mix for a good friend of mine, and that floor mix even made it to big gymnastics competitions, and even made to a national competition, and is still used to this day!

After graduating in Class of 2023, I dove deeper into music production. audiotool has been my main DAW, but I wanted to try other DAWs. I finally committed to learning FL Studio and, by winter, I bought the All-Plugins Edition for a college project. I also got Ableton Live 11 Standard and started learning both. Over time, I added Reason 12, Pro Tools, and Reaper to my workflow, pushing my skills even further.

Now, I’m here, still learning, still growing, and still passionate about music. I hope to grow even more, make more friends and make it in music.

How long have you been using Audiotool, and how did you discover it?

I have been using audiotool for about 4-5 years, and I first discovered it through a Google search back in 2018 on my school Chromebook, when I was looking around for free music softwares to make beats and make music.

What is your favorite Audiotool device and why?

My favorite device has to be the Machiniste, because its insane the amount of stuff you can do with it, and its the heart and soul for drums. Not just drums but you can load anything into it, and manipulate in a sort of way and create something completely new out of it.

What is your favourite trick in AT/What technique do you always use?

One of my favorite tricks on audiotool has to be M/S EQ. Its very cool and it allows me to clean up sounds and to clean up the stereo image of a mix, like if there's too much stereo low end, I can clean it up, or if I want to make something sound more wider, it lets me do that too! Sometimes, for my master on AT, I make a M/S EQ, and I modify the side signal, by putting a HPF at a slope of 48dB cutting around 30Hz-50Hz (really depends), and enabling a shelf, boosting around 7KHz to make the mix sound cleaner and wider

Have you ever had a writer's block? If so, how did you deal with it and what do you recommend to your colleagues

I still haven't figured out how to tackle writer's block, but a few things that I have discovered that have helped me get started with some ideas is:

1. Sometimes, its best to grab random sounds and not to think too much about what your doing. Sometimes I tend to think too much when producing. When I stop trying to force things and just experiment with sounds, it sparks new ideas that I wouldn't have gotten if I was too caught up in trying to make everything perfect from the start. I hate having a perfectionist mindset with music lol.

2. Listening to other songs for inspiration. Whether it’s a song in the same genre or something totally different, hearing how others use elements like rhythm, texture, and harmony can get fresh ideas going for my own tracks. I try not to compare myself too much, but rather use the inspiration to push my boundaries and try new things. 3. Sometimes, it's best to step out of your comfort zone. I’ve found that experimenting with new genres or styles challenges my creativity and leads to fresh ideas.

4. I like to produce on my laptop more and take it out, such as on campus, in a library, or in a student union area, I open up my laptop and tend to make music in a different place. This helps me a bit.

5. The other day, I was watching a Nick Mira video, and in that video, he was playing mediation music in the background, and started building his melodies, chords, and foundation based off the mediation music. What stood out to me was how he used the flow of the meditation music to help him craft melodies that felt calm and connected. A small change in atmosphere can influence your creative decisions. Watching that video, it felt like he was setting a mood first, then letting that mood shape the structure of the track, which was a cool approach. It reminded me of how important it is to be open to different kinds of inspiration, even from sources you wouldn’t normally use.

What has helped you the most on Audiotool to improve and widen your musical horizon?

What helped me a lot was how accessible audiotool is. I can use it anywhere and on any computer, which is just insane to me. I can access my projects from anywhere! And another thing that helped me was the community, that gave feedback and even showed me some tricks! Shout out to Cal Lycus and Client !

What do you like most about Audiotool? Is there anything you would like to suggest?

One of the main things that I love about audiotool has to be the community, because I have made some really great friends and I have met some of the most talented people on audiotool. audiotool is like a home to me. And other thing I love about audiotool is how simple it is, yet how powerful audiotool can really be, and it blows me away how its even free.

Your message to the community:

I just want to thank every single one of you for supporting me, watching me grow as a producer and as a person, helping me, giving me advice, and ultimately inspiring me to continue. Each of you has played a role in my journey, from feedback to simply liking my music, I am forever grateful for you guys. Thank you for everything because if it weren't for audiotool or for you guys, I wouldn't be where I am at today. Thank you for everything audiotool family!

Social/Music Links

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ryzennox

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@taikomadeitt

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/64B7JKhXSKrprI8wd674tQ?si=r0X6R_hbSQac437NRWYaEQ

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/taikomadeitt

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryzennox/

Edition Audiotool: ryzenn AKA taiko

Track #1:

"Water" lil yatchy type beat by ▽Momo▽桃.

When I first joined audiotool, this was the very first track that I listened to upon joining. It brings back a lot of memories of when I first started on audiotool back in my freshman year of high school lol

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/0fu0tnm82dp/]]

Track #2:

f1ow by milla and n ​

This one will forever be a personal favorite. This was my first taste of wave, which is a style that I only make when I dedicate it to someone special. Sometimes I make wave due to the beauty of it. I love the emotion that this track conveys and it's a forever favorite.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/bxnc8g0co9il]]

Track #3:

ODYSSEY [SLOWED EDIT] by bladerunner

This one brings a lot of memories back. I still remember when I first heard it, which was in my environmental science class lol. Really great track, great vibes, and I remember hearing this on repeat while doing in class assignments, it really helped me to focus and to relax.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/aao46fsxs]]

Track #4:

backburner. [po9t remix challenge entry] by Uzeh

I remember when Uzeh dropped the snippet of this when it wasn’t fully done, and it honestly blew me away. This track was also my introduction to Uzeh and po9t. This song is a personal favorite of mine. Another track that gave me another taste of wave, and also inspired me to start making it.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/tfk7gdlzf/]]

Track #5:

Redda x Grim Brxzy Type Beat "ERROR" by elow

One of my first tastes into supertrap. This track opened my ears to more styles, and differents sounds that I haven’t heard before. I found this cool and also inspired me to try supertrap, even if I struggled to make it lol.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/qlysw8rqcq5/]]

Track #6:

lovestory by ryzenn

I chose this track because it means a lot to me. It’s a favorite among my friends and family, and personally, it’s one of my favorite beats that I’ve produced and released. This track also marked a huge milestone, got featured in an audiotool tutorial video by Cal Lycus on mastering a track, it got me my first ever beat sale and placement.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/rmyqweyt/]]

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  • synthwave
  • naswalt

Cooking with naswalt VII | How to make Synthwave

naswalt returns with a new episode of Cooking with Naswalt, this time exploring his core expertise: synthwave. With rich synth textures, crisp drum patterns, and powerful basslines, this tutorial dives into the essentials of a genre that blends nostalgia with modern flair.

The episode also features a genre-typical video that perfectly complements the track Naswalt creates, bringing the atmospheric world of synthwave to life. And here’s a twist to keep you guessing—find out what crafting a synthwave track has in common with making a grilled cheese sandwich.

Whether you’re a synthwave enthusiast or just curious to try something new, check out the finished track in the Studio. You might even be inspired to whip up your own synthwave creation! cooking with naswalt: how to synthwave

Stay tuned for more!

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  • audiotool day

ATD 24 TOP 6 | Vinyl Release

The wait is over! The vinyl EP for the Audiotool Day competition 2024 has arrived, showcasing the top 6 tracks from 1trillionMPH , Head Trauma Romance , Jetdarc , Client , sim and kiari & mxcii . This fully mastered collection, pressed on vinyl, comes with stunning artwork based on po9t's original AT Day designs, making it an absolute must-have.

The test pressing exceeded all expectations, and copies are now being sent to the winners. If you too want to own a copy of this vinyl, it’s available for purchase on elasticstage.com under this link. https://elasticstage.com/a-records/releases/atd-24-top-6-album.

Thanks for keeping this great tradition alive!

The Winning Tracks

  1. 1

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/bgyevp558atn/]]

  1. 2

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/5j5bp9a4kk9v/]]

  1. 3

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/ke527mwnss2/]]

  1. 4

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/rhvati4uxqxh/]]

  1. 5

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/krv9z8xckee/]]

  1. 6

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/vgnwo0jxk3/]]

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  • 1trillionmph

Featured Artist: 1trillionMPH

1trillionMPH has made a unique mark on Audiotool, mixing raw, unfiltered noise with striking beauty to create high-energy experimental tracks that really stick with you. Her sound is an exciting mix of chaos and creativity, delivering an electrifying experience that pumps up and inspires listeners. Recently, she proved her skills by winning first place in the Audiotool Day 24 Producer Contest ATD24 - Top 6 —a huge achievement that highlights her talent. Always pushing creative boundaries, she keeps us hooked with her bold vision and unmistakable style. Even after so many episodes,  it’s remarkable that we can still shine a light on such timeless Audiotool legends.

Interview:

About 1trillionMPH

My name is rings aka et setera aka fireworks aka 1trillionMPH aka 1 aka musicenjoyer919 aka tj the mom treater. I'm from Oklahoma! I recently moved back after a couple of years in Texas, and I'm ready to dive into the local music scene. If you're feeling alone, I recommend going to a 50-cap venue and just enjoying the music. Everybody in that room is there for the same thing; it's an amazing feeling!

Describe the style of music you produce

My influences have changed dramatically recently, so my style of music has been changing too. Nowadays I make stuff inspired by Kendrick, Deftones, Björk, and Cuquimamani-Condori, and as you scroll down my discography into the past, it gets closer to that gamer festival EDM that was all over Minecraft Let's Plays in 2014. All that is still in me, of course, just mixed with everything else I've been into over the years, from noise to DnB to shoegaze to rap, etc.

What is your musical background and when did you start making music?

I grew up in the church, and basically, for as long as I can remember, I've wanted to be on a stage. I was writing songs about God when I was like 7 or 8 years old. Then one night, my favorite radio station played an electro remix of some Christian rock song, and from there, I was hooked. Sometime after that, I found Approaching Nirvana in the background of a Minecraft build timelapse, and after I saw them working on a song on a livestream, I knew it was what I wanted to do.

How long have you been using Audiotool, and how did you discover it?

Immediately after that livestream, I started looking for ways to make music, and after I saw all the major DAWs had a price tag, I googled "free online music maker" and found Audiotool. That was 2014, and I've been using it ever since.

What is your favorite Audiotool device and why?

The Pulv! With the right effects, it makes almost every sound I want it to make. It's the backbone of everything.

What is your favourite trick in AT/What technique do you always use?

The ring mod is so underrated! I can take an output from a synth, split it, reverb one side, and put them both into a ring mod, and it creates this insanely dynamic sound that takes you on its own path. So much fun to listen to.

Have you ever had a writer's block? If so, how did you deal with it and what do you recommend to your colleagues

Listen to something new! Try out that album you've heard about but never got around to. Go to a local show and see what the people around you are making. Talk to people, go outside, etc. If your influences are ever-evolving, you'll have a deep well to draw from.

What has helped you the most on Audiotool to improve and widen your musical horizon?

Remixing. One of the main draws to Audiotool is the remix feature. You can open someone else's draft, poke around in their process, see what they did, and copy it. Copy it well! Just be sure to keep your ego in check and don't claim it's all your own. Nobody does it all on their own. A humble artist is a long-lasting one.

What do you like most about Audiotool? Is there anything you would like to suggest?

I love the music and the people that make it. I'd like to use this box to suggest the Audiotool team focus on the site outside the studio, because that's where the music is listened to! It's where the people talk to each other! The studio-direct-to-platform model is unique, and it's what drove the community in the 2017-2020 days. I want to see that utilized properly to create more lasting friendships like the ones I have today.

Your message to the community:

Speak for yourself only. Go out, experience the real world and the people that live in it, and learn from them. There is a strong community near you, and it will become stronger with you in it. Music is everywhere you are, and you are every song you've ever loved. Make music forever!! EGG DUNGEON SWEEP!!!!!!!!!

Social/Music Links

Bandcamp: https://1trillionmph.bandcamp.com/

Edition Audiotool: 1trillionMPH

Track #1:

carrion / carryon / goddamn / goddamn by Carrion Haven

The whole loop remixes moment was so amazing, and something that couldn't happen anywhere else but audiotool. love u sid egg dungeion sweep.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/q5vzehwmj4/]]

Track #2:

dojo futon (alternate mix) by LAEVENT labs ⚡️

Formulation is up there in greatest audiotool projects of all time. this should've spawned a whole new computer juke genre. laev i wanna see u at the top with me, don't forget that. iemisa

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/qsw6b6tst/]]

Track #3:

angelic affair by sky bound zoo

The choppy percussion on this is soooo well done. it's a groove i don't think i've heard anywhere else. i need this to be 6-8 minutes longer

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/20m0d7hqg0/]]

Track #4:

Pills and Syrup by embr

Classiccccccccc. timeless and a beautiful example of that audiotool sound. shoutout piss foley as well 👍

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/ji4w5ozlf/]]

Track #5:

SUPERTASK by leadenshrew and Carrion Haven

This is how it's done. gonna go down as one of the best most well-made and complete tracks on audiotool. the skill really shines thru EGG DUNGEON SWEEP

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/yk5o7krfg5l/]]

Track #6:

FARTHER by 1trillionMPH

When sophie died i sat in my car and cried a bit, reading all the posts about her and quoting her on twitter. I realized what music is supposed to be, and i went home and made this. She's still an inspiration as a human being and it took me this long to even begin to catch up to her. Love the people around u and yourself and make music forever <3

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/jlnd8baa6z/]]

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  • featured artist

Featured Artist: anodyne AKA Hurakan

anodyne , previously known as Hurakan, began his Audiotool journey crafting incredible atmospheric Synthwave, pulling listeners in with immersive soundscapes and emotional depth. Now, he’s leveling up, focusing on his skills as an indie inspired singer-songwriter, blending introspective lyrics with rich melodies. While evolving his sound, he stays true to his roots, delivering breathtaking ambient and experimental tracks. His artistic growth is inspiring, leaving a unique mark on the Audiotool community.

Interview:

About anodyne

I'm from New York, always have been, although I've move way too many times already(at least like 15 times). I've been with Audiotool since I was real young, maybe 8, so I've been on here 9 years. As for my favourite style of music, I gotta say something with rock, maybe more alternative. As for my favourite pizza? Stuffed crust with 5 cheese, tomatoes, basil, pepper, onion, and some fried apple(it's amazing).

Describe the style of music you produce

Absolutely anything, with the exception of metal, country, and trap. I don't limit myself to a specific genre consciously, it would ruin my creative workflow. I honestly just make whatever is on my mind, and then channel that into whatever genre or form of music it turns out to be, whether its rock to ambient or to vocals or none. I just make music :)

What is your musical background and when did you start making music?

All my siblings are into art in some form or another, and my dad used to sing in a choir, and my mom is a whizz with plants and decorating, so overall it's a VERY artsy family. I never really played any instruments until a few years ago, other than the occasional piano thing. I really got into guitar because of Lucas Astoria, and from there, I just fell in love with it. I started making music 9 years ago(kinda), but nothing serious until I made my Hurakan account(3 years ago).

How long have you been using Audiotool, and how did you discover it?

I started AT when I was 8, but it was never serious, not until I was maybe 13(?). I've always been into music, and always wanted to play instruments and sing, but couldn't too well at that age, so I googled some free music sites and found Audiotool. I made an account(Noahb@oreoarmy, dont judge) and I started getting more serious on that. A couple years later, boom goes that account, and I move on from music for a bit. Another couple years later and I'm like: "oh hey, what's this bookmark?", and thus, Hurakan is born.

What is your favorite Audiotool device and why?

The pulv. How else did you expect me to answer? I think it's been(doing some research) actually more than 5 years since I made a song completely without it(excluding meme tracks). It's just something I KNOW how to use, exactly how I want to. I hear a synth in my head I want, I can make it on the pulv, like 80% of the time. With other synths it's different. Imma go extra and give my favourite effect: Helmholtz

What is your favourite trick in AT/What technique do you always use?

Not sure if this is specifically what ya'll are asking, but I know a lot of people don't know these tips: In studio, you can press tab with the synth area open and it'll give you a blue box with a zoomed out view of your draft. You move the box where you want it and release tab, and boom, you're there. Also works with moving devices. If you press 2 on your keyboard and select a bunch of devices, and then try to move them as you usually would while pressing tab, you can move the whole block much faster. Neat little organization trick and movement trick that saves me a bunch of time :)

Have you ever had a writer's block? If so, how did you deal with it and what do you recommend to your colleagues

Of course I've had writer's block! It makes me feel like UUOGAWOOGUUAHH, you know? I have a couple of ways to deal with it, depending on how severe it is or how I'm feeling. Sometimes I'll listen to some music to try to get inspiration. Other times I'll just go into the studio and make garbage on purpose, to kinda spurt my brain into realizing it's time to lock in. And sometimes I don't make music at all, I just let my brain recover from the burnout(which is what writer's block is, in my opinion). Sometimes the best course of action is inaction.

What has helped you the most on Audiotool to improve and widen your musical horizon?

I mean, obviously the community as a whole, getting to see other people's work ethics and how they make their music and whatnot. But for specific artists, I gotta go with Lucas Astoria. Without him, I would have NEVER picked up guitar again, and to be honest, I probably would have quit music. He was there at such an important turning point in my life, kind of a make or break moment with my relationship with music. He helped light that fire back inside me, gave me the mental push and adrenaline I needed to keep going. He's one of the best guys I've ever had the chance to meet, both musically and humanly(if that word makes sense). Go check him out

What do you like most about Audiotool? Is there anything you would like to suggest?

I love the openness of it. Everyone can communicate freely to help each other learn and lift themselves up. Obviously, there are negative side effects to openness, as there always is, but 99.99% of the time, Audiotool is great at communication and sharing, which gives us an edge over other DAWS.

Your message to the community:

Be patient. I've tried to learn this all my life, not even in just music, but for everything. I was always a chaotic kid; loud, obscene, and an unstoppable energy ball. While there's truly nothing wrong with that, it's important to learn to slow down and be patient with the world around you. Just remember: breathe

Social/Music Links

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@noahisnotthere

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noah._.ishere/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC70YqNevJfSZnT2jrr_-U-w

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hurakanofficial

Spotify (I'll add here eventually!): https://open.spotify.com/user/3134xicrdar2ynh4rd7sptmc7ae4

Edition Audiotool: anodyne AKA Hurakan

Track #1:

sinking feeling by atelier

This track has completely changed my life in a way no other song ever has. Nothing but the utmost respect and love for such an amazing artist. I BEG you to him out.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/74o8qx2a1hpy/]]

Track #2:

meant to be by mavis

I made more art listening to this song than I have in a long while. Every single art class, I would have this on repeat for hours, just drawing and drawing and drawing. It's pure bliss.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/xjcdnxr1sr/]]

Track #3:

Blue Bird by Lucas Astoria

I was there the whole time watching him making this stuff. It's crazy watching such a talented guitarist just make something so freaking cool. And then when he showed it to me the first time? BLUE BIRDS STARTED FLYING PAST US! Like, what??!?!?! It has a soft spot in my heart, for sure :)

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/jpxo4itkva/]]

Track #4:

your side w/ civility by sim and CIVILITY Just an absolute banger by my favourite duo in AT, hands down. Their styles merge so well and form into something extremely satisfying, both as a musician, and as a regular listener. 11/10 track, would definitely recommend to everyone I meet.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/cfpff6lg/]]

Track #5:

Lime by Amp7070

One of my favourite artists on AT, highly underrated, and an amazing voice. Mix that in with his incredible synthwork and just wow. Lime is just very catchy to me, and I love trying to sing it in the accent as well :)

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/83mfygw1qs/]]

Track #6:

alibi(improv) by anodyne

This was a close tie with Driving Lithuania III, but Alibi is the exact showing of who I want to be as an artist. This is who I want to be musically. Something about this song just heals me a little bit more each time, even if I don't know why. If you're looking at my stuff, this is the track I hope you find first.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/60tciwin]]

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  • cal lycus
  • tutorials

Sound Crafting with Cal Lycus | Episode 4 | AUX-SEND

Hello everyone,

A fresh episode of Audio Alchemy with Cal Lycus is here, and it’s all about transforming your mixes! Cal dives into the world of auxiliary sends—tools that let you send parts of your audio to effects like reverb or EQ, adding depth without altering the original track. Using the track multitude by anodyne , he breaks down auxiliary sends, returns, and buses, showing how they can make your mixes more cohesive and dynamic. With hands-on examples and practical tips, Cal guides you step-by-step through techniques to create richer, more professional soundscapes. Don’t miss out—watch now and elevate your mixing game!

More Tutorials by Cal Lycus and naswalt here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuZhzj4PboMkL07sYEl6qrGwxamAuA24t

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Featured Artist: Le Voile AKA Zir0h

Le Voile started her musical journey 12 years ago on Audiotool as a teenager, where she first showed off her raw talent and natural feel for music. Back then, she went by the name 'zir0h,' experimenting with sounds and shaping her unique style. Over time, she’s grown into a confident, dynamic artist, creating bass-heavy, danceable EDM tracks that keep listeners hooked. Inspired by mainstream styles, she adds her own bold, edgy twist that sets her apart. Le Voile is such a great addition to the community, and we can’t wait to see what’s next!

Interview:

About Le Voile AKA Zir0h

I’m LeVoile, an artist and producer with over 10 years of experience creating music on Audiotool. Outside of music, I’m a fan of gaming, movies, and animation. My favorite dish is gyoza. Favorite childhood cartoon: Spongebob Squarepants (Seasons 1-6 only IYKYK) Current Favorite Adult cartoon: Smiling Friends, DanDaDan. One day I want to commission someone to make sick music videos for my music, like Ganja White night has.

Describe the style of music you produce

My favorite styles blend dark, gritty, and wet, drippy bass sounds, where bass-heavy textures meet emotional depth. While I haven’t fully explored gnarlier territory yet, it’s where I’m headed, and I’m always pushing my boundaries to get there. For me, music is about helping an idea become the best version of itself, and I love sharing that creative energy with others.

What is your musical background and when did you start making music?

My musical interest started when I was small, lying on the living room floor with my dad as he played his big stereo loud on Friday nights. He’d talk to me about his love for music and musicians, sharing songs and stories that sparked my passion. My musical background started in 5th grade when I picked up the alto saxophone, an instrument I played all the way through high school and into my freshman year of college. During high school, I also began playing piano, and I took classes to learn to read and write music. While I had to sell my saxophone to help cover tuition costs in college, I continued playing piano, taking private lessons for about five years until my teacher passed away while I was away at school. Even now, I still play piano, which remains a grounding force in my life.

How long have you been using Audiotool, and how did you discover it?

My love for audio and music production came later, with my introduction to EDM—specifically Americanized dubstep (Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites by Skrillex). I had never heard anything like it before, and began to listen to it often. In high school, my friends and I would go on night drives in his car (he had custom sound system with 2 subs), and we would surf Youtube for sick dubstep tracks. One day we found a track that had these gnarly growls and different jungle sounds that was really cool. I can't remember the name of it though. My friend read the description and the artist basically said that he made the song on Audiotool for free, and when I discovered I could create music like that, and even better, for free? As a broke high school kid, this was thrilling. The rest was history.

What is your favorite Audiotool device and why?

It's honestly a toss-up between the Quantum, and the Heisenberg. On one hand, a multiband compressor makes a huge difference in the final product and is super useful in a lot of ways I don't even completely understand yet. Plus, OTTs, of course! I know it's easy to pick a synth, but you literally have no sound without a VST, and the Heisenberg is so versatile! I constantly find parallels to some of even the most popular modern VST plug-ins.

What is your favourite trick in AT/What technique do you always use?

Modulate a Sine wave with a Formant II wave. Normally, you'd want a Formant II filter type, but this works just as well in combination with some clever EQ automation. Those two were born to be together.

Have you ever had a writer's block? If so, how did you deal with it and what do you recommend to your colleagues

insert laughter Like every single day! But the true writer's block comes directly after I release something, mostly because I've been spending so much time focused on one thing. I like to Find a loop of some sort of busy noise, like a crowd talking, or people laughing. Or, pick a TV show, maybe your favorite one, and watch a few of your favorite episodes. Isolate a 30 second span or compile some snippets of lines from shows or movies that sounds the most fun to you. Put it all in a pile, and chop it up into 1/8 bar or 1/16th bar bits. Mix and match to taste and lay it over a beat. When I have literally no ideas, this is what I do for fun. If you can't find anything online, try going out into your own local community with any recording device and find your own! This at least gets me out of the house, which always stimulates my brain.

What has helped you the most on Audiotool to improve and widen your musical horizon?

Live collabs are a really nice feature. I remember when that wasn't a feature, and collabs were a lot slower going! It was harder to leave notes, or actively communicate without using a third party app.

What do you like most about Audiotool? Is there anything you would like to suggest?

I still personally use third party apps for voice and video communication. It would be really nice to see Audiotool upgrade that DAW feature to be more on par with services like discord, or at least find a way to embed Discord feature into the audiotool DAW. Discord is also a big hub for gamers, and given Audiotool's recent community alignments/contests, could be a good business venture in future years. plus Audiotool literally has a discord page. It just seems like a natural thing to do, rather than managing it yourselves.

It would also be nice to see Audiotool offering contest prizes that would attract more serious artists, especially those outside of the platform that haven't heard about Audiotool. I know due to it's free availability, it's going to attract a demo of less experienced artists who want to make a name for themselves or get better. It would be impressive to see Audiotool devs to come up with a way to attract experienced artists to it's platform, like professionals and teachers. I feel like these are the people that will truly carry Audiotool further than a 14 year old without a credit card. Cash prizes would be nice, although I don't know the logistics on that stuff.

That's all literally off the top of my head, so take it with a grain of salt. I was a college dropout.

Your message to the community:

I strive to speak with positivity and hope, but I am not perfect, nor do I wish to pretend I am. There have been times when I’ve struggled to express myself with the grace and dignity I aspire to, but I’ve worked hard to grow. I believe I’ve made significant progress, though I still have days when I fall short. Growth isn’t a straight line—it’s a journey, and one that I am fully committed to.

One quote that has carried me through my darkest moments is this:

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.

Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.

We were all meant to shine as children do. It’s not just in some of us, it’s in everyone. And, as we let our own light shine, we consciously give other people permission to do the same.

As we are liberated from our fear, our presence automatically liberates others."*

This is my favorite quote of all time, and I share it with everyone I know because I want them to feel loved and inspired too. It reminds me, even in my hardest moments, to embrace my light and let it shine for others to see.

To anyone starting out, feeling like no one believes in you or that you can’t succeed doing what you love: you can. Your talent is real, even if others don’t see it yet. Believe in yourself, even when it feels like no one else does. Don’t give up on your passions. And never, ever be afraid to be yourself. The world needs your light, and when you let it shine, you’ll inspire others to do the same. There’s a strength in authenticity and love that can change lives—not just your own, but everyone who gets to witness it.

Social/Music Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PiperSnipes4'''

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le_voile_music/'''

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LeVoileMusic'''

Bandcamp: https://levoile.bandcamp.com'''

Edition Audiotool: Le Voile AKA Zir0h

Track #1:

Explosion! VIP by RiMi [Hiatus] XculE

An absolute BANGER by a couple friends of mine. After I met these guys, I began feeling more excited and supported than I had in a very long time. Their support and talent in this work were very important and inspiring to me.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/brqlyrou57/]]

Track #2:

TRAUMA by JayFK

A fine example of what community can do! I remember chatting with JayFK about my newfound love for Rezz after seeing her and hearing her music live for the first time and my very first EDM festival. I shared my excitement with him, and I think it rubbed off a little because shortly thereafter he dropped this monster hit.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/3hzoc0m8ox/]]

Track #3:

Zero Light by Grawlix

This mean bugger blew my mind, and when I first heard it, I was once again convinced that there was real dubstep potential hidden deep in the valleys of Audiotool DAW

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/f72sucv3ljqj]]

Track #4:

Raspberries and Peaches by EscapingReality

A beautiful, fun, melodic little song. It takes me back to the earlier days of producing on Audiotool, and reminds me that good music doesn't need to be all that fancy or complicated. It just needs to have soul

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/6lxl7otw/]]

Track #5:

Simplistic| by CeRiXyn

This is by far my favorite track on Audiotool of all time, and that's really saying something because this platform has so much good music. I feel like this track just describes me as a person, and it makes my heart swell and my foot tap every time I hear it <3

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/n8j51h1gcts/]]

Track #6:

T1M3 by Le Voile & JayFK

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/ooliicmv6/]]

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  • tutorials

Cooking with naswalt VI | How 2 make Trap

Hello Everyone,

Naswalt is back, keeping his promise of a video for each style with a brand-new trap tutorial! Following his popular bass music and rock tutorials, this latest installment comes complete with an epic genre-typical video showcasing the finished track—and Naswalt himself braving the snow in a quiete emotional way.

We want to thank Naswalt for sharing his insights into a music style that continues to dominate global charts. We can’t wait to see what he has in store for future genre tutorials!

Hit that link, click Remix, and see what Naswalt’s made in the Audiotool Studio. Who knows? You might end up creating your own banger! cooking with naswalt: how to trap

Stay tuned for more videos to come!

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  • althruist
  • featured artist

Featured Artist: althruist

If you ask AI about the extra "h" in althruist it comes up with an interesting theory:

*Alt could signify alternative perspectives, alternative music, or countercultural ideas.

*Thru might represent going "through" something—be it emotions, struggles, or life’s journeys.

For those unfamiliar, an altruist is someone who selflessly puts the well-being and needs of others above their own.

Whether the artist intentionally crafted this wordplay is unclear. What is clear, however, is that he embodies the spirit of altruism—approachable, generous, and deeply connected with our community.

His music is not only alternative but also strikingly unconventional and unique. This brings us back to "Alt." He is on a shared journey with us, one that began "Thru" music four years ago and, hopefully, will continue for many more.

Because altruists are exactly what the world needs. And if they also create exceptional music like his, then the future’s looking pretty bright.

Interview:

About althruist

I'm from a little fish-shaped island in the middle of the Mediterranean sea (Malta), 17 and I'm currently in my second year pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Multimedia Software Development! I joined Audiotool in 2020 (absolute bonkers, I still remember the first day LOL) when I was around late-12, early-13, give or take. I love so many types of music that I can't describe here, but to put it into simple terms, I love alternative music; usually leaning on Electronic and Future Bass, not limited to though! I'm not a big pizza guy, but I'll never say no to barbeque chicken pizza 🤤🤤. (unless i'm full)

Describe the style of music you produce

I am absolutely HORRIBLE in identifying any kind of song, so I may be way off with how I describe my own music. However, i'd describe my style as varied. I think my leading genres are Synthpop, EDM, Ambience, Future Bass and Electro.

What is your musical background and when did you start making music?

I've always desired to make music since a very young age apart from programming, but sadly I never had a 'traditional' opportunity to kickstart my musical journey. I can't pin down exactly where I've started, however since I was 10 (when I got my first laptop) I've always searched "FREE MUSIC SOFTWARE [insert year]!!1!" and I've tried countless online and/or freeware DAWs: Soundation, Soundtrap, Beepbox.co, Music Maker, LMMS and probably more; which all came down to Audiotool today!

How long have you been using Audiotool, and how did you discover it?

I've been using Audiotool for 4 years now. I discovered Audiotool from a frustrated Google search: "Free Music Software 2020", and then, the great Audiotool hyperlink came up! I still remember how excited I was when I first discovered it.

What is your favorite Audiotool device and why?

Pulverisateur. I doubt I spelled that right. Alas, despite it's simplicity, it has that ⭐Audiotool sound⭐ which I just can't get over, I LOVE IT.

What is your favorite trick in AT/What technique do you always use?

Unconventional, but I love messing with the base frequency. When I'm not feeling a song, I usually switch from 440 to 400, 380 or 410. That usually changes EVERYTHING, and it's inspired me in so many ways!

Have you ever had a writer's block? If so, how did you deal with it and what do you recommend to your colleagues

Agh, my worst nightmare. Truthfully I haven't discovered a good way to deal with it, however, out of being upset about it, I usually mess with random sounds. It doesn't matter how bad the sound sounds, but sometimes it can sound good enough to just spark something in my head to create something.

If that doesn't work, I'll watch a children's film from the 1960s or something like The Sound Of Music. I love old children's movies, and they usually spawn intense inspiration in me! So, I'd just watch a film of your interest. Maybe a kind of film that you love so much where if you could, you'd act in it; Ideally musical films. Subjective, but might help! :)

What has helped you the most on Audiotool to improve and widen your musical horizon?

The community itself is what shaped me to what I am today, and it is still impacting me today (positively!). I am ever so grateful to everyone that has been with me from the start, and a big shoutout to Cal Lycus. That man has patience, and taught me almost everything I know today.

Alas, I'm also inspired by several artists, such as acloudyskye. It's emberrassing how many times I've put his song on repeat to just decipher what he has done, and the countless remixes LOL

What do you like most about Audiotool? Is there anything you would like to suggest?

I love it's essence and the sense of community within it. As cliche as this sounds, it's almost like another family to me. I love how friendly it is towards new producers (even those that NEVER touched a DAW in their lives or a musical instrument) and, the fact that it's FREE! I know I was blown away when I was 13.

I'm a total UI design freak, I would love to see new refreshed designs across all devices and even the interface of the studio and the website! Also, hint hint, feel free to take my concepts in consideration hehe... more coming soon Audiotool. >:))))

OH OH, and please consider creating the possibility of midi tracks using samples!!! I'd love to make my own voice (or my bird) into a whole melodic thing, and an LFO device!!

Your message to the community:

jekk ma tippruvax, ma tkunx taf! (if you never try, you'll never know!)

Social/Music Links

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/althruistic_/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@althruistic

Edition Audiotool: althruist

Track #1:

Runaway by acloudyskye

This was the first song I've remixed and dissected, and I have used its qualities in several of my songs!

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/runaway-fnwfb/]]

Track #2:

dinosaur friends by embr and solar plexus

It's one of my first favourited songs, there's just something about it that makes me love Yoshi more.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/gv1pntgkyf/]]

Track #3:

Repeater by acloudyskye

Another one of acloudyskye, there's just something about that sound design that makes me want to listen on repeat 105 times!

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/iuvlxv9f/]]

Track #4:

polyfiction by xoelmusic

I discovered this when I joined, so it's a little sentimental to me. Plus, YUMMY BASS UGH!!!

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/pit66himg28/]]

Track #5:

QUERENCIA by Tim Derry

There's something so summery in this, for some reason it makes me envision a yellow house with a blue sky. Scratches an itch in my head.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/u4z5rf3e/]]

Track #6:

Voyage by althruist

This by far is the best one that describes my style. It still needs a lot more refinement, but it's the one where most of my emotion has been expressed the way I wanted it to!

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/oxb34vh9xhr/]]

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  • uzeh
  • featured artist

Featured Artist: Uzeh

We're kicking off a new season of our 'Featured Artist' series with Uzeh , a key figure in our trap community. Uzeh's consistent production output and dedication to refining her craft have made her an indispensable part of our scene. Her versatility shines as she seamlessly explores both emerging and classic subgenres, continually pushing creative boundaries. We're happy to begin this new round by spotlighting Uzeh and the remarkable contributions she brings to our community.

Interview:

About Uzeh

I am originally from the United States, however I currently live in Germany where I attend University and have a job. I found Audiotool in Sophomore year of high school through a classmate in a Game Development class. I started by messing around in the studio and it turned into this 8-year journey (which is over 1/3 of my life). I really didn't expect to enjoy Audiotool as much as I did. I expected it to be some one-off thing that I do for a couple of months then forget about. Without Audiotool, I doubt I would even be into music production today. Thanks Audiotool! <3

Describe the style of music you produce

My favorite genre to create and listen to is definitely wave trap. The melodies are absolutely beautiful, and the type of drums you can put over those melodies are endless. I also enjoy making Supertrap, Plugg, Drill, Rage, Phonk, and many more. I love repurposing things, such as melody's/acapellas. If I feel something is lackluster, I make my own remix of it to my standards.

What is your musical background and when did you start making music?

I learned to play the Violin in Elementary School, the Trumpet in Middle School, and the Piano in High School. My first experience making music was on Audiotool in my Sophomore year of High School.

What is your favorite Audiotool device and why?

I was going to say the Quasar, but the Machiniste is definitely my favorite device on here. For example, having the ability to automate pitch on samples is an essential feature when you use sampled 808's/hi-hats with rolls for Trap music.

What is your favorite trick in AT/What technique do you always use?

I don't always use it, but I created a preset that allows me to change the pitch of melody samples using PitchDelay. You can find it in my presets list :P

Have you ever had a writer's block? If so, how did you deal with it and what do you recommend to your colleagues

I've had more times than I'd like to admit where I have no ideas. I'd recommend listening to other people's music, especially genre's you don't usually work in to give you some inspiration :D

What has helped you the most on Audiotool to improve and widen your musical horizon?

Connections. The more people you know, the more creative minds you get to work with. You learn more from collaborating with others.

What do you like most about Audiotool? Is there anything you would like to suggest?

I like that the community is very small and tight knit, it's like a small town. Connecting with people is as easy as posting a message on someone's wall. As far as suggestions, bring back showing how many uses/likes a preset has. Also, you should be able to filter samples in the App easier. We are in need of a newest/newly uploaded option! Sorry, I'm brutally honest lmao. Regardless, those are a few very small nitpicks on an overall amazing site. I really appreciate all of the work by the Audiotool Team that's gone into making this site what it is <3

Your message to the community:

I'm very grateful for the opportunity to be a featured artist, I never expected this. Thank you, Audiotool team and Audiotool community! Long Live Audiotool <3

Social/Music Links

My Discord is "inapprehensible". Add me :P

Edition Audiotool: Uzeh

Track #1:

"$werve" feat. Collab Gang by Vinnie BYE BROS (lil nemo) y☯k and AJ What You Cookin

One of the first tracks I listened to on the site. saturday/Vinnie made some bangers during his time here and this is no exception. The simplicity of the drums really does it for me, it has a nice bounce. This track was the foundation for a lot of my earlier work.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/werve_feat_collab_gang/]]

Track #2:

sanctuary. by n ​

noah. is an artist that I've known since the beginning of his Audiotool career and I'm so proud of his growth. I love every part of this beat; the distorted 808, hard kicks, harsh snare, it's a nice contrast to that soft vocal sample. I can't stop coming back to it! Check Itxmi out if you haven't already.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/pxy8wzncz9mx/]]

Track #3:

GLO Boy by ★KCTheProducer★

Much love to KC, he found me when I was a small producer. He brought me up and taught me a lot. The hand-made melody is really nice in this track. I love the guitar lead, the hard-hitting brass, and those background strings. The drums don't disappoint either. Unfortunately, most of his tracks are hidden but you can still hear a few of them on his page.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/2gmaiic8y09/]]

Track #4:

- Shoot'n - ft. ☯ 酸4C1D734N酸。☯ by BYE BROS (lil nemo)

Another track that I listened to a lot early in my time on here. This song inspired me to try to make my own melodies instead of just using samples. For being a 2016 track, it still sounds fresh to this day. Truly timeless!

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/-_shoot_n_-_ft_4c1d734n/]]

Track #5:

Going Insane FT: O R I O N by TteeraBeats and O R I O N

Yet another track showcasing the ability to make trap without samples in Audiotool. Absolutely love the drums on this one, the 808 is so memorable for me. I find myself coming back every once in a while.

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/og0gd4x19bnr/]]

Track #6:

i miss him. by Uzeh

I loved making this track. I genuinely think it's perfect, there's nothing I would change/would have done differently. Spoiler: Itxmi made the melody!

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/32xzk2819yt/]]

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Cooking with naswalt V | How to Rock

We’re excited to kick off the new year with the release of the fifth episode in Naswalt's tutorial series, Cooking with naswalt

In this carefully crafted installment, Jacob takes us behind the scenes of his creative process, demonstrating how he constructs a rock track using Audiotool, his home studio, and other tools. This episode dives deep, offering more detail than ever before, making it his longest tutorial to date. We’re grateful for Jacob’s dedication and his relentless effort to deliver invaluable insights for us and for you.

Follow along with the lesson in the studio: cooking with naswalt: rock music interactive lesson

Looking ahead, naswalt plans to explore more genre-focused episodes, promising plenty of fresh and exciting content on the way. Stay tuned!

Here you can check out the interactive track naswalt made for this tutorial: cooking with naswalt: rock music interactive lesson

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  • staffs stuff

Team Picks: Staff's Stuff Albums

Cover of album Staff's  Stuff  11 by a-records

We are thrilled to launch a new season of the album series with Staff's Stuff 11, showcasing a curated selection of tracks handpicked by our team.

This collection features the favorite tunes of our dedicated staff, including admins, developers, and moderators.

Below, you'll find a recap of the first ten compilations plus the new one. Enjoy the music!

Episode 11 (NEW) 2023-11-15

Episode 10 2023-04-26

Episode 9 2023-03-22

Episode 8 2023-02-02

Episode 7 2017-11-24

Episode 6 2017-09-06

Episode 5 2017-08-02

Episode 4 2017-07-14

Episode 3 2017-06-28

Episode 2 2017-06-21

Episode 1 2017-06-14

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  • naswalt
  • vulkron
  • tutorials

Cooking with naswalt IV | Featuring Vulkron | Bass Music Basics

In the fourth episode of the "Cooking with Naswalt" tutorial series, naswalt teams up with none other than Audiotool EDM luminary Vulkron . Together, they guide you through the fundamentals of their bass music production techniques. Remix this lesson to get your hands on the exact tools they use here: cooking with naswalt: bass music interactive lesson

https://youtu.be/qNg2IuCJmrs'''

Enjoy this episode for some unique insights, and don't miss out on the other episodes for more audio culinary adventures and mystical alchemy!

Explore the series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuZhzj4PboMkL07sYEl6qrGwxamAuA24t

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  • jetdarc
  • ewcremixcontest

EWC Remix Contest | Grand Prize Winner

We're beyond thrilled to reveal the winner of the EWC Remix Contest! Out of twenty amazing winning tracks in the individual categories, our Judges have chosen the most mind blowing production as their standout pick: A massive congratulations to Audiotool veteran Jetdarc !

This track convinced by referencing existing Tekken soundtracks and capturing the game’s vibe, with excellent production skills to match too.

Jetdarc will fly to London to create his own sample pack at the iconic Abbey Road Studios, teaming up with Spitfire Audio. He gets to bring a plus one for this truly once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The date will be determined depending on Jetdarc‘s availability as well as availability of Spitfire Audio and the Abbey Road Studios. We’ll keep you posted. Congratulations, Jetdac, from all of us! While it’s been a tough decision with so many great tracks, this one has been outstanding.

We also invited everyone to name your favorite with a chance to win a Spitfire Audio LABS+ annual subscription. Among those who chose Jetdarc, it is (Lurk)oden who can claim the prize. Congratulations to you too!

A huge thank you to everyone who participated and made this contest unforgettable. Stay tuned for more thrilling events and opportunities!

The Winning Track

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/k2lzshmci6s/]]

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  • ewc
  • remix contest

EWC Remix Contest | Category Winners

Hello everybody,

After the submission phase officially closed, our panel of judges carefully reviewed all entries to select the winners for each competition category. In a second voting round, our judges have selected the final winner. We will announce the final winner this coming Monday (23 September 2024 at noon CET), who will be heading to London to produce their very own sample pack with Spitfire Audio at the legendary Abbey Road Studios.

UPDATE: EWC Remix Contest Winner announced Connect >> News >> EWC Remix Contest | Grand Prize Winner

If you were among those who picked this very winner, you’ll be among those out of which one voting person receives a one year Spitfire Audio LABS+ subscription.

We want to take a moment to recognize the incredible effort and creativity in all of the submissions. The level of talent was truly inspiring, making the selection process challenging for our judges. So many of the entries were outstanding, and your passion was evident in every piece.

Congratulations to all the winners!

Check the overview: https://ewc.audiotool.com/

Here are the winners!

League of Legends

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/jlvtt83rf/]]

CoD Warzone

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/eatldjm8jln/]]

Free Fire

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/1ho2vr9r/]]

Mobile Legends Bang Bang

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/wpqjl1hno9um/]]

Counter-Strike 2

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/mu13p3w6/]]

Dota 2

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/h2xd2kat/]]

Overwatch 2

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/mxuh5w7484z/]]

Rainbow Six Siege

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/rwl8b0efui/]]

Apex Legends

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/mkspn0rsfirq/]]

Honor of Kings

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/qbus1iazx/]]

Teamfight Tactics

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/a6e9ogysz/]]

Fortnite

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/1v68pi482/]]

Street Fighter 6

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/k0021yvki5h5/]]

FC24

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/wh2k2koymp/]]

StarCraft 2

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/33vu4j6y01/]]

CoD Modern Warfare 3

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/oyypuu7xvh/]]

Rennsport.gg

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/3cy25bs1n/]]

Tekken 8

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/k2lzshmci6s/]]

PUBG Battleground

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/vfw4stlnlg/]]

Rocket League

[[EMBED:https://www.audiotool.com/track/z99trxks/]]

EWC | Remix Winners

EWC | Best of Anthems

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EWC Broadcast Videos | The EWC Enters Week Seven

The Esports World Cup (EWC) is now in it’s Seventh week, and this week's spotlight is on StarCraft 2, FC24, and Call of Duty - Modern Warfare. This is your chance to have your remixes showcased at the EWC event and in their broadcasts, reaching millions of viewers. By submitting your work early, you can maximize this incredible opportunity to get your talent recognized on a global stage, with your credits prominently displayed. Take this weekend to create and submit a remix for the featured game titles. Selections will be made early next week.

Below, you can find some videos of remixes played in the EWC global broadcasts.

These are the upcoming contests:

Star Craft 2

https://www.audiotool.com/contest/starcraft_2

FC24

https://www.audiotool.com/contest/fc_24

CoD Modern Warfare 3

https://www.audiotool.com/contest/cod_modern_warfare_3

All EWC x Audiotool Remix contests general info:

https://ewc.audiotool.com/

  • Audiotool x The Esports World Cup = You Could WIN BIG!
  • 20 Games | 20 Contests | 20 First Prizes
  • 1 Final Winner: Chosen from all contest winners

Grand Prize Includes:

  • A one-week trip to London with a plus one
  • A collaboration with Spitfire Audio LABS to create a new sample pack at Abbey Road Studios

Each Contest Winner Gets:

  • Spitfire LABS Plus
  • LANDR Pro
  • 1500 Sound Academy online live course
  • One additional prize such as a hardware device from our partners (see details on the contest page)
  • A chance to create a Spitfire Audio LABS sample pack at Abbey Road Studios

How to Participate:

  • Remix tracks
  • Submit your remixes by the end of the weekend.
  • Be Featured: The EWC team will pick the best remixes early next week.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and submit your tracks for a chance to be played at the EWC event and in their broadcasts with millions of viewers. Good luck and happy remixing!

Contest Submissions on EWC Broadcast

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FranzFritz

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UPDATE: EWC Broadcast Videos | The EWC Enters Week Six!

Hey everybody,

The Esports World Cup (EWC) is now in Week Six, and this week's focus is on Teamfight Tactics, Fortnite, and Street Fighter 6. This is your opportunity to have your remixes featured at the EWC event and in their broadcasts to get heard by Millions of people. Those who take the plunge and publish early can make the most of this opportunity to get heard by a massive global audience - with your credits displayed Use the weekend to submit a remix for the above mentioned game titles. . Selections will be made at the beginning of next week.

These are the upcoming contests:

Teamfight Tactics

https://www.audiotool.com/contest/teamfight_tactics

Fortnite

https://www.audiotool.com/contest/fortnite

Street Fighter 6

https://www.audiotool.com/contest/street_fighter_6

All EWC x Audiotool Remix contests general info:

https://ewc.audiotool.com/

  • Audiotool x The Esports World Cup = You Could WIN BIG!
  • 20 Games | 20 Contests | 20 First Prizes
  • 1 Final Winner: Chosen from all contest winners

Grand Prize Includes:

  • A one-week trip to London with a plus one
  • A collaboration with Spitfire Audio LABS to create a new sample pack at Abbey Road Studios

Each Contest Winner Gets:

  • Spitfire LABS Plus
  • LANDR Pro
  • 1500 Sound Academy online live course
  • One additional prize such as a hardware device from our partners (see details on the contest page)
  • A chance to create a Spitfire Audio LABS sample pack at Abbey Road Studios

How to Participate:

  • Remix tracks
  • Submit your remixes by the end of the weekend.
  • Be Featured: The EWC team will pick the best remixes early next week.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and submit your tracks for a chance to be played at the EWC event and in their broadcasts with millions of viewers. Good luck and happy remixing!

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Stem Upload on Audiotool

Audiotool welcomes every musician to our platform. Stems are a well-known method for exchanging projects across different DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations). We recognize that many users switch between DAWs to leverage various tools and features. Now, with the ability to upload stems on Audiotool, you can seamlessly integrate your projects from other DAWs while staying connected with the Audiotool community.

What are Stems?

Stems are individual audio tracks that together form a complete song. They allow elements like vocals, drums, bass, and synths to be separated and manipulated independently.

Why Upload Stems on Audiotool?

  • Creative Freedom: We understand that different DAWs or tools may suit your personal preferences or specific use cases. We don't want to limit you—do whatever is technically possible and legally allowed.
  • Educational Value: While “AT only” tracks offer unmatched educational value, stems are also a valuable resource. They allow you to explore different arrangements and enhance your production skills by dissecting each element of a track.
  • Remixing and Mashups: Stems simplify the process of creating remixes and mashups. By opening up your tracks for remixes, you can collect amazing versions of your track and provide Audiotool users with even more creative opportunities.

We acknowledge that learning with “AT only” tracks allows users to dive deeper into the creative process. We also understand concerns about “AT only” tracks getting recognition in charts. To address this, we aim to enhance the way content is browsed and discovered on Audiotool and will feature and reward “AT only” tracks. Instead of imposing restrictions, we’ll ensure that all content, whether stems or “AT only,” gets the recognition it deserves while remaining technically and legally compliant.

No matter where your creative journey takes you, use Audiotool your way.

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UPDATE: Esports World Cup Remix Contest

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Hello Everyone,

The Audiotool remix contest is undergoing a significant change starting today: instead of having seven rounds with separate deadlines, there will now be a single deadline on August 20th.

If you've already rushed to submit your entry, don't worry! Submitting early has its advantages:

  • Tracks will be selected by EWC regardless of the contest to be played during the games at the event and used in marketing around the games. This is a great chance for your music to be showcased.
  • Judges and partners will be reviewing submitted tracks continuously from today. If you've already submitted, you might receive feedback, and you'll have the opportunity to refine your entries until the final voting period starts on August 20th.

Good Luck!

Visit the new page to see all twenty contests ⮕ https://ewc.audiotool.com/

!!!

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Remix the EWC anthem track and Win a Recording Session with Spitfire Audio!

The remix contest series winner will win a trip to London to collaborate with virtual instrument makers Spitfire Audio on a bespoke sample pack for their new LABS library at Abbey Road Studios.

The prize includes:

  • A trip to London for you and a plus-one
  • Help from Spitfire Audio’s top engineers on recording the pack
  • Your name featured alongside previous collaborators such as Adele, Frank Ocean and Suho.
  • Full credit and payment for your contribution to their virtual instruments library

The Contest:

Choose one or more contest categories, create your EWC anthem remix, and submit it. Each game title participating in the Esport World Cup has its own category. You can submit one entry per game. Besides the grand prize of becoming a signature Spitfire artist, category winners will receive a one-year LABS+ by Spitfire Audio subscription and hardware and software prizes worth over $20,000.

You can participate by creating and publishing your remix in Audiotool or by downloading the stems to create your remix in any DAW, then uploading your stems into Audiotool and publishing from there as an open track for others to discover and remix.

Download the stems: https://bit.ly/4ewIcaa (0.8GB)

The first categories open today with submission deadlines every two weeks, aligned with the finals of each game at EWC.

The Judges:

Your creations will be assessed by a panel of distinguished judges, including industry luminaries such as Flosstradamus, WLPWR, Oak Felder, and more. With their wealth of experience and expertise, rest assured that your exceptional tracks will be acknowledged and rewarded.

Calling all music and gaming enthusiasts! This is your moment to showcase your talent, unlock your creativity, and seize the opportunity to win amazing prizes, gain industry acclaim, and collaborate with industry giants. Stay tuned for updates and get ready to make some noise!

Have fun and good luck!

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Meet ArtistConnect

Hey Everyone,

Want your sound to get heard by billboard artists?

Meet Artist Connect, a platform where you can share your loops with Billboard producers and collaborate with top music creators worldwide!

ArtistConnect Website: https://artistconnect.de

Here’s how it works: Billboard producers on the hunt post "opportunities" on the ArtistConnect site, essentially requests for what they need in their production. As a loop supplier, you can upload your loops or one-shot samples directly to the site and offer them to these producers. This has already sparked some fascinating collaborations! Plus, you can independently offer your loops and samples as sets, attracting even more producer interest.

The deal is straightforward and fair: users retain 100% of their earnings from song placements and beat sales for their compositions.

In the near future, we’d like to make this connection directly accessible from our website, allowing Audiotool users to upload their loops straight from Audiotool. But first, we want to test it out together with you.

Please let us know if services like these offered by ArtistConnect are interesting for you: https://forms.gle/4BwJNNaEf353YbDi7

Have fun!

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Cooking with naswalt III | The Foundation to Music

Welcome to another exciting tutorial! In this episode, naswalt takes you through the process of building a solid track foundation using the Audiotool Studio. You'll learn step-by-step how to craft an inspiring bassline that adds depth and energy to your track. Additionally, naswalt will guide you in creating a groovy drum beat, essential for providing the rhythm and drive that will serve as the backbone for your main melody.

Enjoy the episode and gain some unique insights. Don't forget to check out the other episodes for more audio culinary adventures and mystic alchemy!

Find them here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuZhzj4PboMkL07sYEl6qrGwxamAuA24t

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NEW EPISODE: Cooking with naswalt II | Delay is Cheating

Audiotool Sound Kitchen | Cooking with naswalt II |

In the second episode of Cooking with naswalt, our Audiotool cuisine chef tackles our delays and shows us how he enhances his tracks with them, making them sound fuller.

Whether this constitutes cheating, as he provocatively suggests, we'll leave that up for debate. We wish you great entertainment with this episode and some interesting insights.

If you want to check out the other episodes with Cal Lycus and naswalt , you can find them here: https://youtu.be/iB57cD2U4yU

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Sound Crafting with Cal Lycus | Episode 3.1 | Levelling a rough Mix

Welcome to Audio Alchemy Episode III part 1 | Levelling a rough mix with Pink Noise

After Cal Lycus dedicated the last episode to mastering a track with Audiotool, there were requests to also cover something about mixing. We've followed this request and are starting a multi-part episode about the art of mixing with Audiotool.

In the first part, Cal discusses leveling using pink noise. Never heard of this method before? Well, honestly, neither have I. But that doesn't make it any less interesting. So watch and be amazed.

Big thanks to anodyne for allowing Cal to use his track  multitude .

Enjoy the ride and stay tuned for more tutorials to come.

Peace

All User Tutorials in one playlist: https://youtu.be/_4fht2AWAWU?si=bR3VXQT769_oH6Tq

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Join the Audio Engine Open Beta!

We have an update for you, however we need your help with it.

We are inviting you to join the open beta. Help us refine the core component of the upcoming Studio version: the Audio Engine.

Already using the Booster? Do you know your tracks well and have a good ear for subtle differences in sound? Do you want to play MIDI instruments with low-latency?

You are the perfect candidate to join the open beta and share your feedback.

Join the Open Beta -> (Sign Up closed for now)

Note: There will be future chances to join the next phases of the open beta.

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What’s in it for you?

Experiment with the first key piece of the upcoming Studio and share your feedback to shape the future of Audiotool.

What is the Audio Engine?

The Audio Engine is the core of the production Studio and handles all audio processing. Basically, it transforms what you see in your desktop and timeline into what you hear during playback. By default, the Audio Engine runs in the browser. The Booster application – well – gives you a performance … boost.

What do you need?

  • You must be able to download and install a new Booster application to use the new Audio Engine in the current Studio.
  • Access to a MIDI device (like a piano or controller) to test the input latency.
  • Your email address for us to contact you.

What do we need help with?

  • Identify differences in sound comparing the current and new version
  • Play instruments with MIDI input (or the virtual keyboard) and share feedback on latency
  • Test performance using your projects

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A message to you

Audiotool was born out of the belief that everyone should be able to create music collaboratively and independently, regardless of their financial means. This will not change.

We‘ll become an open platform supporting third-party plugins and are trying our best to be as compatible as possible with other DAWs to allow producers moving between ecosystems. With that step we‘ll also introduce options to buy or subscribe to content, services or special features, but today’s features and more will always be free.

Understanding Our Technical Evolution

Our journey has been fueled by passion and innovation. Since our restart in September 2022, we've been hard at work. We’ve raised a Pre-Seed financing round that enabled us to hire a very talented team and have since been in the process of taking Audiotool to the next level.

Our tech is getting a restart too. The current platform, though mostly functional, is built on older, increasingly deprecated technologies that make any seemingly simple change difficult. This first beta is one piece of the puzzle in launching a new version with the features you love but with better performance, easier use, lower latency, and most importantly a foundation on which to release regular updates.

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We hope this update addresses some of your concerns and underlines our commitment to continuously improving Audiotool. The discussions in the community around recent events haven’t escaped our attention. We will address these in a future statement. We are excited to let you take a sneak peak at some of the new things to come. It's an honor to have you as a part of this journey, because your feedback is crucial for this next big step!

The Audiotool Team

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New Tutorial | Cooking with naswalt| Episode 1 | Finding Inspiration

Hello everybody.

We're thrilled to announce an exciting update to our Audiotool Tutorial Series on YouTube!

Please join us in welcoming naswalt to our tutorial team! With a focus on composition and exploring more playful aspects of music production, naswalt is set to bring a fresh and creative perspective to our series.

A few words about naswalt:

With twelve years at Audiotool under his belt, naswalt has become a highly respected and well-known member of the community. His work, whether as the unique and daring Tom Audiotool, the host of the Producer Playoffs, the creator of fantastic tutorial videos, or as the talented multi-instrumentalist he is, consistently stands out and never fails to impress.

Enjoy the videos, and don't forget to like and subscribe for more!

User Tutorial Playlist https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuZhzj4PboMkL07sYEl6qrGwxamAuA24t&si=VzD7t2L7XCvmPnY5

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Worst Track Scenario II | Winners

Exciting news, everyone! With mixed emotions and a touch of pride, we're thrilled to reveal the winners of the Worst Track Scenario 2. You've outdone yourselves again, proving there's real talent in crafting the delightfully dreadful. It's a unique skill, and not everyone has the knack for it!

🏆 1st Place: A roaring applause for Mircode for his stunningly awful track Living in Tsrow (worst case scenario)

🥈 2nd Place: Caught by po9t with his embarrassing submission the worst song ever made in history - looks like that tattoo will have to wait a bit longer!

🥉 3rd Place: double cup my grimace shake (feat. playboi carti) (prod. lil stump) Claimed by the incredible lil stump

A massive congratulations to our champions! Your creativity knows no bounds. We invite our top three to reach out to us at team@audiotool - an exclusive recognition awaits you. Let's celebrate this extraordinary achievement together!

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UPDATE: Worst Track Scenario | Start Voting Phase

Two eventful weeks filled with second-hand embarrassment and uneasy anticipation have finally drawn to a close, paving the way for the next exciting phase: The Elections.

Now, it's your turn to make a difference:

You have the opportunity to cast your vote on the contest page until April 19th, 10:00 AM CET: https://www.audiotool.com/contest/worst_track_scenario_ii

Initially, the voting process will be anonymous, without revealing the rankings of each artist. However, from April 18th, 10 AM CET until the close of voting, the rankings will become visible to you.

We encourage you to take your time to thoroughly listen to each entry. Resist the urge to simply vote for your favorite artist without considering the others. With an array of uniquely terrible tracks, each one merits your attention and vote. Each track can be rated from 1-3 stars, and yes, this includes your own submission.

We eagerly await the results and look forward to celebrating the outcome with you.

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New Contest | Worst Track Scenario II

Enter the Bad Zone

We're diving back into the Worst Track Scenario for its epic second round.

This is your call to create the most jaw-droppingly terrible track the world has ever had the misfortune to hear... or even worse, if you can imagine that.

But hold on – we're not asking for just any 10 minutes of thrown-together noise. We want you to craft a masterpiece of disaster: think bizarre soundscapes, cringeworthy lyrics, awkward buildups – all the wonderfully terrible things the music world never knew it needed.

Excite us with your creativity in ways we never thought possible. Let's make this round unforgettably bad.

Contest ends 15. April 04:00 pm CET

Submit your tracks here:

https://www.audiotool.com/contest/worst_track_scenario_ii

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  • tutorials

Sound Crafting with Cal Lycus | Episode 2 | Mastering a track with Audiotool

Hello everybody

We proceed with another episode of Audio Alchemy featuring Cal Lycus

As you might know Cal is eager to master your tracks by request, using Audiotool. In this episode, he provides a behind-the-scenes look at his mastering process.

He shows us some basic mastering techniques that can be utilised in Audiotool to add that final polish to your tracks.

Thanks to Taiko for allowing us to use his track: lovestory

And of course thanks to Cal Lycus

Stay tuned for more episodes!

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po9t Remix Competition | Winners

po9t announces the winners of the "I wrote this for my dog" Remix Contest

po9t provided you with nine full-length stems from his heart wrenching ballad "I wrote this for my dog" encouraging you to create a cool remix. And once again, you created some outstanding remixes.

In recent days, po9t has spent hours listening to nearly 50 remixes, thoroughly studied them, and ultimately settled on one. He also took the time for the follow-ups in his announcement video. Here are the top 3 places.

The winner of the po9t Remix Contest is… rai. with his fantastic take friend (po9t rmx comp) will appear on po9t's upcoming album.

Taking second place is kiari with the magnificent po9t - I wrote this for my dog (kiari remix) .

And in third place, we have 1trillionMPH with dog (1tr) .

We congratulate the winner rai. and all those who made it onto the list, as well as everyone else who participated. The quality was outstanding, once again.

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New Tutorial | Sound Crafting with Cal Lycus | Synthesizing a Kick Drum

With our new tutorial series on Youtube, we explore sound design using Audiotool.

In the first episode our alchemist Cal Lycus shows how to create a kick drum with synths and effects, explaining envelopes and their use. Cal Lycus is a long time Audiotool user and Sound Designer from South Wales with credits in audio roles for award-winning short films and as a sound designer for game developers. When not on audio projects, he develops DSP tools or gives technical instruction at university.

We thank Cal for joining this project. Stay tuned for more episodes!

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CLOSED: Remix a song for the coming po9t album

po9t is calling upon you to remix his track I wrote this for my dog

He's shared 9 stems for you to play around with and create something truly amazing. The best remix will be featured on his upcoming album across all platforms.

po9t is definitely one of the top dogs on Audiotool these days, and with more than 100,000 monthly listeners on Spotify surely one of the most successful. For his upcoming album, it is also expected that a new record will be broken, and you could be a part of it.

To participate, open the draft po9t - I wrote this for my dog | Remix Competition create your remix, and submit it on the contest page https://www.audiotool.com/contest/remix_po9t_s_i_wrote_this_for_my_dog

The deadline for this is March 18, 2024, 4:00 PM CET

The winning track will be mastered and featured on po9t’s forthcoming album.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/31enKimZVIjA10b0HYQxHX?si=SfROOXbmQ2GFMucwBxfylg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/po9t.wav/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@po9t

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Inspectre "Aliens" | Remix Contest | Winners

Inspectre announces the winners of the "Aliens" Remix Contest

Last week, our first remix contest since the lifting of the sample length restriction came to an end. We teamed up with the Berlin-based band Inspectre, who provided us with the stems of their track "Aliens". And you took advantage of this opportunity.

Nearly 50 awesome submissions made it difficult for the Inspectre guys to make a decision. As a result, instead of one, they chose two tracks that made it onto their upcoming EP. And they are: Inspectre - Aliens [Jays Mix Chapter #01] #short by JayFK and Inspectre - Aliens (Mr. Outside Remix) by Mr. Outside Congratulations from our side.

All that's left is for us to thank Inspectre for taking the time to listen to and evaluate all the remixes. We wish you all the best for your future career.

And of course, our heartfelt thanks to all of you for once again raising the bar for the delivered quality. You are a blast.

Stay tuned. We're already working on the stems for the next contest.

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Important Update: Producer Playoffs Round Two

The Playoffs on TWITCH:

https://www.twitch.tv/producerplayoffs Today 4pm ET

Get ready for the second round of the Producer Playoffs.

In February one of the world's biggest esports events – IEM Katowice 2024 – is happening. We are celebrating the games of this event in our upcoming series of Producer Playoffs.

In this unique music competition, you and your teammate will be challenged to reimagine the iconic soundscapes of Counterstrike 2, DOTA 2, and Valorant. Bring your own style to these gaming anthems, catering to your team's preference.

The live final will be judged by renowned music producer WLPWR from Atlanta, who is known for his collaborations with Eminem and other heavyweights in the industry.

Save the Date: The Producer Playoffs will take place on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of February at 4 pm ET

The winner will be crowned by WLPWR himself.

So, what do you need to do to participate?

  • Find the right partner for this endeavor
  • Register your team by email at team@audiotool.com by 12.02 at 1:00 PM CET
  • The Producer Playoffs will take place on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of February at 4 pm ET
  • If you are not yet registered on the Audiotool Discord server, please do so

server https://discord.gg/hq3DKwM

Stay stuned for more details to come

WLPWR online: https://www.bndwth.net

How to enter

Producer Playoffs Impressions

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  • audiotool day
  • winners

ATD23 - Top 8

A word from the Audiotool Day team:

Another great year! Thank you to everyone that entered. Once again all of you made it super difficult to decide the winners, with so many amazing tracks to choose from. After much deliberation, we are pleased to announce the results of this year's contest.

1st Place

the red moon's egg by we die and Withdecay, winning $300 Audeze Maxwell Headphones, one year of LANDR Studio, and Audiotool Merch!

2nd Place

DREAMHACK 2 [ATD2023] by Rai, winning Audiotool Merchandise

3rd Place

Abandonado (ATD23) by Goon, winning Audiotool Merchandise

4th Place

INFJ by 333-i9

5th Place

from the same cloth by Kepz

6th Place

Calling [ATD23 + Dreamhack] by Jetdarc

7th Place

csx (ATDAY23) by Kurp

8th Place

The Bell Tolls To Remind Us by Kiari

Honorable Mentions to:

resting phase- [atd 23] quiet on the set (Audiotool Day 23) sUGAR hEAD (ATDAY23)

Winners, please contact team @audiotool .com with your shipping info to claim your prizes

Audiotool Day is a community run contest, supported by Audiotool

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  • inspectre

CLOSED: Remix a song for an EP

The Berlin-based alternative rock band Inspectre is calling all Audiotool producers to remix their song Aliens.

They have shared the full-length stems of their recently released track. And we challenge you to create something amazing using these stems. The genre doesn't matter, as long as it's cool. The best track - selected by the band - will be published as part of their EP!

Inspectre is composed of Chris (vocals), Shaun (guitar), Harsha (bass), and Pascal (drums). In 2022, they released their first studio recordings on Spotify.

Their single Aliens gained popularity in 2023, receiving raving reviews and building a growing fanbase. Currently, the band is working hard in the studio, preparing new tunes and getting ready for upcoming live shows next year.

The band is excited to see what creative minds can come up with using their stems.

To participate in the contest, all you have to do is click on "remix" on the contest track Inspectre - Aliens | Remix Competition and submit it on the contest page: https://www.audiotool.com/contest/remix_a_song_for_an_ep

The winning track will be mastered and featured on Inspectre's upcoming EP.

Deadline is January 31, 2024

Inspectre Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6cdjPBSxJunrzFwxiPJ6xd?si=dFnmINa4T8mj72Ie0YAB8g

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspectre_band?igsh=MTE5a3huNW5vcjZ0OQ==

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPao6FuIIFxXePzWWgvsjjw

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  • dreamhack

Dreamhack Anthem Contest | Winning Track

rai. wins the Dreamhack Anthem Contest!

Out of 275 amazing submissions, the DreamHack jury has chosen the track DREAMHACK 2 [ATD2023] by rai. as the official anthem for DreamHack ATL last weekend!!!

Congratulations on winning prizes worth over $1,000 USD including Audeze headphones, a Microfreak by Arturia and a LANDR Pro subscription.

Thank you to everyone who submitted tracks! The results were truly impressive.

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Dreamhack | Producer Playoffs

Ready for prime time? Calling all Audiotool users from anywhere on the globe to participate in our Producer Playoffs this upcoming weekend!

Twitch just confirmed that they’ll promote our live challenge stream Sat 4 pm on their start page,-)

Naswalt and WLPWR (producer of Eminem, Wiz Khalifa…), will host this show together out of the famous studio in Atlanta: BNDWTH https://www.bndwth.net

We hope that we have a few teams participating from across the globe (next to the users on location, who can participate from the booth at Dreamhack or - if we are running into network issues- also out of BNDWTH, which is 15 minutes away from the show).

If you want to participate, please get into the Audiotool Community Discord Server and be there in the Dreamhack channel Friday at 4 pm ET. On Saturday, you would need to be ready and logged into the Discord channel at 3:30pm ET. Post a comment if you need support

Discord Channel: https://discord.com/channels/317447437650231296/1181673546250977392

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  • shellyquest

Beat For Vocals Challenge | Cologne | Winner

Alright, let's move on to the winner of the Beat for Vocals Challenge! 🏆

We had the super-talented musician Shelly Quest, based in Cologne, call for all the beat submissions for her rap performance at our party on November 25th.

She carefully listened to all the entries and chose her absolute favorite:

ROUTINE. by theyh8rack

And let us tell you, she OWNED that beat and delivered an amazing performance! 🎤💥

Big thanks to Shelly Quest for the awesome performance. and being a part of this amazing evening.

Stay tuned for more stories and pictures from this fantastic day in Cologne! 📸✨

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Exciting Announcement: Live Collab Contest at Dreamhack Atlanta!

🔥 Yo! Clear Your Calendars! 🔥

Get ready for a crazy experience! From December 15th to 17th, we're bringing the heat to Dreamhack Atlanta with some epic live action!

Who: everyone is welcome to join! all you need is a partner

Where: The Audiotool Discord Server https://discord.gg/8v3HzTfW

⏰ Mark the Time:

Every day at 4pm EST the challenge timer will begin. You will have a specified allotted time to make the dopest track possible with the craziest tasks.

🎶 The Agenda:

Dec 15 - We are going to spin “The wheel of Genres” to create the wackiest genres known to man. And your job is to create a banger in 30 mins with elements of that genre!

Dec 16 - You will have access to an exclusive sample pack created by none other than po9t himself. It shouldn't be hard to make a killer track with those sounds, but only the best will move on to the next round!

Dec 17 - The semi-finals and finals round. The one-of-a-kind live production showdown will feature never-before-heard acapellas from special guest stars.

🏆Prizes:

The winning partnership will each get a pair of $300 Audeze Headphones! All teams that participate will get AT merch.

🔔Voting:

You guys are the judges! For the first and second rounds (15th and 16th) we will have a polling system after the challenge ends to determine who gets to move on and who will be eliminated. A total of 8 teams will survive the first round, and only 4 can move on to the final round! For the semi-finals and finals, we will have a live jury to determine the grand winner!

✅How to prepare:

Anyone can participate! If you are interested in participating, pair up with a partner that is also available for all those days to collaborate and make some music. Comment down below who your partner is! More detailed instructions will follow in the coming days!

🌟 Join Us at Dreamhack Atlanta:

Be part of the action and witness the magic live. We would love for you to come to Atlanta and meet us in person: https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/ But if that’s not a possibility, tune in to our official Twitch stream so you don’t miss out on all the fun! https://www.twitch.tv/producerplayoffs

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Experience!

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  • mix

Update: You can now record your sets in Mix

Good news for the users of our DJ tool Mix!

We've added the ability to record mixes! You can now record your sets and share them on platforms such as Mixcloud or Soundcloud.

A major part of this feature is protecting our creator's music, specifically the tracks that do no have downloads allowed. This means that while you can play all of audiotool's tracks in your mixes, but 'non-downloadable' tracks will not be available during recording.

To break it down:

  • When preparing to record a set, make sure the tracks you want to use are marked with a check mark in the Trackslist section.
  • During recording, attempting to play a 'non-downloadable' track will simply bring up a reminder on the player to say it can't be played. Just load another track to continue. Recording will not be interrupted.
  • If you want to find your music in recorded DJ mixes, set the tracks to Downloadable. ;)
  • Lastly for DJs convenience, a full tracklist will be shown after recording is finished, make sure to give the artists credit!

We also opened a new topic for sharing mixes:

We wish you lots of fun with the new feature!

Haven't MIXed yet? https://mix.audiotool.com/

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Closed: Dreamhack Anthem Contest

Hello Everyone

Incase you missed the memo, we have an amazing opportunity for everyone that is live! Audiotool is collaborating with Dreamhack to give you all a chance to expose your talent to millions of people world wide!

Here is the contest page to submit your tracks! https://www.audiotool.com/contest/audiotool_x_dreamhack_atlanta_anthem_challenge

Dreamhack has an amazing reach that you can have access to through the Anthem Contest. If your track is selected as the winner, it will become the theme of the event and it will be played throughout Dreamhack Atlanta!

Additionally, there are some amazing prizes awaiting the winning track!

1. Landr Studio Pro for 1 year ($300 USD) Get the only music production suite that gives you everything you need to compose, produce, polish and release your music, all in one place. This subscription includes, Unlimited mastering, Unlimited distribution, 2 million royalty-free samples, Ableton Live Lite, Plugins & instruments, Collaboration tools, Premium courses, and a lot more! Check out this page for more info: https://www.landr.com/pricing/

2. Arturia MicroFreak Hybrid Synthesizer ($349 USD) Arturia’s MicroFreak synth is a hybrid hardware synth with wavetable and digital oscillators, analog filters, a modulation matrix, an unconventional but highly expressive touch plate — and tons of sonic possibilities. MicroFreak’s powerful digital oscillator features a palette of unique modes such as Texturer, KarplusStrong, Harmonic OSC, and Superwave.

3. Audeze Maxwell Wireless Gaming Headset ($299 USD) Sound quality, wireless performance, and battery life are all pushed to new extremes, along with the latest spatial audio features and multi-platform compatibility. Read more about it here: https://www.audeze.com/products/maxwell-wireless-gaming-headset

The winning track gets it all!

Here is the best part: There is no limit to how many tracks you can submit! Send your best work no matter how long ago you published it. As long as it fits the criteria, everything is accepted!

We are excited to see your submissions!

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Update: Audiotool Event Atlanta

Audiotool x Dreamhack Atlanta

Hello everyone! We are excited to announce our next community event. We will be partnering with ESL and Dreamhack to put on a show of what Audiotool can do! Come see us Dec 15th - 17th at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA

Make plans now:

- Dec 15th community meet up: Come on down to Atlanta and take some time to catch up with some AT staff and long time users including po9t , etterath , naswalt , rai. , and owtlet !

- Dec 16th live AT set and panel

- Dec 17th production contest and live community judging

What is Dreamhack?

Dreamhack creates an arena where you can come to connect, explore, win, play a part, and be yourself through a gaming lifestyle experience. Their range of content includes everything from arts, screenings, the latest games, and YOUR MUSIC. Check out some footage from last year’s event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2jb-Wb2dvc and find the event page here: https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/

Dreamhack is looking for a theme song to open for future events and we know Audiotool users have what it takes to create something awesome. They’re looking for something exciting, catchy and high energy!

We are hosting an Anthem Contest to use as the song of the event!

Dreamhack Anthem Contest: https://www.audiotool.com/contest/audiotool_x_dreamhack_atlanta_anthem_challenge

We will reveal the winner of the contest on Dec 14th and then proceed to do a demo of what AT is all about for the live audience.

The winner of the the Anthem Contest will also win around $1000 worth of exciting prizes and exposure to Dreamhack's enormous reach! More information is available on the contest page.

Dreamhack Contest Rules:

The contest dates are from Nov 13th - Dec 7th

You can create a new track or submit an older one that you think would fit the vibe

You can submit multiple tracks and collabs

Make sure your tracks are remixable and downloadable

Zero copyrighted material! We want to hear your unique sound

Twitch

Select moments of the weekend will be streamed on Twitch for anyone that can’t make it so that you can still be a part of the fun!

Let's go crazy!

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  • audiotoolsummergames
  • lavalamp

Summer Games | Winner | User Voting

After asking for your favorite Summer Games artist and tallying the votes, it's evident that the jury's decisions aligned closely with your opinions. As mentioned yesterday, the winner of the user voting secured second place in the overall jury voting.

Now, by your choice, Lavalamp has been crowned as the Games' best artist. We're thrilled to announce that Lavalamp , along with Amp7070 , brain-walker , and eratekk , will be showcasing their talents live in Cologne on November 25th. This event will also serve as an opportunity to present all the winners with their well-deserved prizes.

Congratulations to Lavalamp for an incredible finale!

(Naswalt: There is work coming your way ;) )

We have limited capacity available in Cologne. So, if you think about joining, better check in now: https://bit.ly/AudiotoolMeetup2511

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Audiotool Summer Games | Winners

Hurray, we are excited to present to you the three final winners of the first Audiotool Summer Games. These past ten weeks have been thrilling and intense, with results that once again showed us the talent within our community. Thank you very much for the numerous high-quality and original submissions. You are the best.

Let's start with 3rd place:

#3 Amp7070

He managed to leave his mark on every challenge he participated in. Rather than simply completing the task, he infused it with his unique touch, making it his own. Particularly noteworthy, from our perspective, is his winning track from the Empty Timeline Challenge. Not only did he solve the task with technical know-how, but he also delivered a mega cool track that leaves no doubt about his compositional talent.

#2 Lavalamp

It has always been clear that Lavalamp is a highly talented young user. But we have the impression that here, at the Summer Games, he was able to truly surpass himself. Each of his submissions is full of musicality and creativity without losing heart even in the face of abstract challenges.

#1 retro

For a few weeks now, it has become clear that someone here knows what they're doing. He delivered one banger after another and even managed to win one of the two extra challenges. We were already aware of his abilities, but here he really showed what he's capable of. Congratulations to all of you. We look forward to meeting you in person in Cologne on November 25th and officially presenting you with your prizes.

Thank you all very much <3

Check out the full ranking here: https://www.audiotool.com/summer-games''

Afterword by naswalt

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  • audiotoolsummergames

freesounds.org Challenge | Winners

Hi everyone,

The results of the latest challenge have arrived and are bringing some movement to the top spots... but only a little. More about it on Thursday.

Frigolito has called on you to create a track using a sample he randomly obtained from freesamples.org. And the jury has now decided who they believe has excelled the most. And as you can see, it was a very close call. So close that we have three second places and two third places. And here they are.

#1 Hyperbole by Lavalamp

#2 Kalama Musi by Noi

#2 Frigolito's Sample Challenge by retro²

#2 Gains by Amp7070

#3 freesounds.org Challenge (Moths With Headphones Entry) by Moths with Headphones

#3 digmat by titik

Congratulations to you all.

If we do not have your T-shirt sizes and addresses yet, please send them to team@audiotool.com

And don't forget to vote for you favorite Summer Games Artists: https://forms.gle/PpVxfNaa26Uia3xS9'''

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  • beatforvocals

Beat for Vocals Challenge | Cologne | Shelly Quest

As you probably already know, there will be a meetup and party in Cologne on November 25th. And once again, we have invited local rappers to perform at that event in addition to the exciting live acts from the Audiotool community.

But what would rappers be without beats? And this is where you come in.

This way: https://www.audiotool.com/contest/beat_for_vocals_challenge_cologne

So, put yourself in their shoes and inspire them with your tracks.

Deadline: November 06 | 2 pm UTC

The Beats don't have to be brand new. Feel free to dig into your collection or submit older tracks with a fresh twist. Remixes are also welcome, as long as the original track is yours. Let's impress the Cologne scene with your talent and give it everything you've got!

We have limited capacity available. So, if you think about joining, better check in now:

https://bit.ly/AudiotoolMeetup2511

Shelly Quest: https://instagram.com/therealshellyquest?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==

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  • audiotoolsummergames

Audiotool Summer Games | User Voting

10 weeks, 11 Challenges, 111 artists, 355 tracks... The Audiotool Summer Games 2023 in numbers.

We hope it was as exciting for you as it was for us.

In addition to the voting by our 11-member jury, we promised you a community voting, which we would like to present to you at this point.

To keep this voting as unbiased as possible, we actually included each of the 111 participants in this form and also included each of their submissions to refresh your memory.

This means it will require some effort from you, but it should be worth it.

You can vote for up to three artists. At the end, you still have the chance to express your thoughts, both about the artists you have chosen and about the Summer Games in general. We would be very happy to hear from you.

You have time to vote until Wednesday November 1, 4 p.m. CET.

Voting: this way → https://forms.gle/PpVxfNaa26Uia3xS9

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November 25: Meetup & Party in Cologne

Save the date for a Meetup on 25th November in Cologne!

After this amazing experience in Los Angeles, it quickly became clear that we want to do more of these types of events. As we have hinted at in a few places, we now want to invite our European Audiotool Crew to meet with us and celebrate 13 years of Audiotool music. As luck would have it, Dublab has a branch in Cologne alongside its headquarters in LA and is once again excited to join us for the whole event.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to our studio in downtown Cologne with a program similar to the one in LA, featuring DJs, live acts, and even rappers. And you are not mistaken in your assumption: once again, we will need beats from you. So be ready.

Since the capacity of our studio is limited, we would need your advance registration. You can do that here: https://bit.ly/AudiotoolMeetup2511

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Sound Design Challenge | Winners

Hey,

Here are the winners of the 9th and penultimate challenge of this year's Summer Games.

As it was a challenge with two parts, the winners are determined by the combined points from the two challenges.

Nevertheless, we don't want to withhold the winners of the individual tasks from you.

The winners of the Piano Challenge by po9t are:

#1 naswalt : Audiotool Summer Games Challenge 9a

#2 retro² : piano test 1 (9a)

#3 yito; : Po9ts Grand Piano Challenge Entry

sila s Pulsar Delay Challenge emerged victorious:

#1 retro² : 9b

#2 Qua-Z : Metamorphasis [9b challenge]

#3 brain-walker and Wasa share the spot with their entries Challenge 9b - DubBeat on Pulsar Delay and 9B

Due to the point distribution in the two challenges, the final results are as follows:

#1 retro²

#2 brain-walker

#3 yito;

Congratulations!

The total points will be updated on the leaderboard throughout the day: https://www.audiotool.com/summer-games

The results of the 10th and final challenge are currently being processed, and the winners will be announced next week.

Starting tomorrow, we will begin the survey to find your fan favorite, which will also be announced next week.

If all this is not enough for you, a new challenge awaits you starting next week. So, stay tuned!

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