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After extensive research into the latest models, including hands-on testing and expert reviews, we've curated the top 5 headphones for music production this year. These picks prioritize neutral sound signatures to ensure your mixes translate well across speakers and systems.
Global music creation platform Splice and MIDiA Research, the global authority in music, creator economy and cross entertainment insights, have released their Sounds of 2026, the two companies’ annual report tracking the genres, sounds, and trends shaping the sound of music in real time.
Discover ChopCasa - the free in-browser sample chopper from NxtNow Music. Browse curated songs, chop any section in 10 seconds, and download clean WAV/MP3. No DAW or signup required.
As of 2025, the landscape of DAWs has evolved with AI-assisted tools, enhanced sampling engines, and seamless integration for hardware like MIDI controllers. Between Ableton Live, FL Studio and Logic Pro, which DAW reigns supreme for music producers who use chopped samples in their beats?
Beatport is proud to announce a new partnership with Youth Music, building on the success of Beatport's Diversity + Parity Fund and Youth Music's ‘Rescue the Roots’ campaign. Together, the two organisations are collaborating to support grassroots electronic music projects across the United Kingdom (UK).
This NxtNow Music guide will walk you through some of the best Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) for emerging producers and help you figure out which one fits your workflow, budget and creative goals.
In this comprehensive guide, NxtNow Music will explore proven strategies tailored for emerging artists aiming to thrive in 2026. From personal branding and content distribution to marketing tactics and monetization, these tips are drawn from current trends like the rise of short-form content, AI integration, and blockchain for ownership.
Splice, the platform that powers music creation for millions of producers worldwide, has announced the release of the John Legend: Ordinary People Piano, bringing the piano sound at the heart of Legend’s celebrated ballad “Ordinary People” to Splice INSTRUMENT.
Native Instruments is proud to present LCO Producer Strings. The new Kontakt instrument puts the sound of one of the world’s most adventurous ensembles into the hands of producers everywhere, from bedroom creators to film composers.
Splice, the leading platform for music creation, has announced the acquisition of Spitfire Audio, the UK’s premier developer of high-end virtual instrument libraries.
BandLab, the world’s leading social music creation platform, has been named a winner at the 29th Annual Webby Awards, receiving the People’s Voice Award for Technical Achievement under the Apps & Software category.
This article will delve into how artists and music producers can utilize AI tools to not only make music but also to build and sustain a career in the highly competitive and ever-changing music landscape.
Raw Cutz’s Rappers Delight competition has huge potential as a gateway opportunity for upcoming rappers, with a pretty neat prize pool too. The AI beatmaker is also an innovative, fun and efficient tool to assist producers of any skill level. Submit now!
Check out this brand new list of AI-powered must have tools that you should be using as an artist or music producer in 2025.
Whether you are just starting your guitar journey or an experienced guitar player, having the right tools can make a massive difference in your guitar-playing journey. Check out NxtNow Music’s five must-have tools for every guitarist.
The Muse app, a global platform built to be the “Zoom for musicians,” lets artists collaborate live from anywhere in the world and even allows for remote, real-time sound engineering and mixing.
The web-based music creation platform, Amped Studio, has announced an array of new tools and features designed to make music production faster, easier, and more enjoyable for creators.
Spitfire Audio has just introduced LABS+ to the world, offering a wide-ranging and ongoing collection of samples and sounds to inspire music creators of all skill levels. LABS+ provides Spitfire Audio’s renowned audio quality at an affordable price point…
Feeture is the new artist-first platform making musical collaborations and features happen with less hassle and more inspiration, launching on the iOS App Store November 1st.
NxtNow’s comprehensive guide for understanding copyright will provide you with valuable insights into copyright protection for musical creations, from understanding your rights to registering your work and preventing infringement.
Eternal Research, the startup dedicated to new instruments that harness electromagnetic fields (EMF), has opened a Kickstarter campaign to fund the launch of its first commercial product, the Demon Box.
Colossal have created a new paradigm in music discovery, collaboration, and monetization, via a streamlined combination of machine learning-powered discovery and commerce infrastructure to support the next generation of music creation.
Soundful, the recognized leader in AI-powered, ethically-trained music generation, announced a groundbreaking songwriting competition with Kaskade and artist-first global platform, SoundCloud.
Tuned Global is rolling out a new AI DJ to customers worldwide: AutomixIQ. This advanced technology can turn any set of tracks into a set that sounds like it was mixed by a professional DJ.
Cakewalk, a historic and pioneering name in digital audio workstations (DAWs), is excited to announce that Cakewalk Next and Cakewalk Sonar have exited public beta and are available worldwide exclusively through BandLab Membership.
NxtNow Music had the opportunity to connect with SOUNDRAW Founder/CEO Daigo Kusunoki for an in-depth interview to discuss the AI beat generator platform’s creation, how their “Ride The Wave” song collaboration with French Montana came about, and much more.
Creating music that resonates with fans while building a sustainable career in today's music industry demands a blend of artistic brilliance and strategic maneuvering. Check out NxtNow’s tips to help you navigate this exciting yet challenging landscape.
For any music creator, the moment inspiration strikes and new music starts brewing can be both exciting and daunting. These are NxtNow’s recommendations to navigate you through that creative process, equipping you with tools and strategies to turn your brainstorms into music masterpieces.
For any aspiring artist, crafting music may feel like sculpting a piece of your soul. Yet, in this ultra-competitive music industry, a crucial question echoes: is what you're creating what someone actually wants to hear? Find out how to connect your artistic vision with your audience’s listening needs.
Drawing from industry insights, including reports from Billboard and Universal Production Music, this guide highlights the top 10 trends that could define your sound this year. Whether you're a bedroom producer experimenting with free sample packs or an indie artist pitching to playlists, understanding these will give you an edge.