If you don't have Virtual DJ already, definitely check this out - this gives you realistic turntable effects and control, great scratches, remixes and interesting EQ and you can record your mixes and effects- I've used this program just for fun and for serious production too. The best part is, it's free!
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Evolution Of An MC: The Essential Guide To Hip Hop Rhyming
I wrote this guide for someone getting started in hip hop rhyming, basically for the first and second years of freestyling and writing rhymes- BUT there's some interesting concepts and techniques even experienced writers and freestylists may find very useful. Like: how to train the freestyle mind both consciously and subconciously, how to break out of ruts (especially the ruts in cyphers), and tips for critical listening and improvement.
Download Evolution of an MC: The Essential Guide to Hip Hop Rhyming
Midi Files:
With midi files, you can import/ drag prewritten scores, chords, and note progressions into the midi window: you just have to provide an instrument to play it (like an instrument plugin), then you can change the notes however you like. Here is a massive collection midi classical compositions from Bach to Mozart and more. You'll be surprised how
classical music can be easily molded into sick hip hop.
Download classical midi pack
classical music can be easily molded into sick hip hop.
Download classical midi pack
