Advice series


And how to increase chances for a response Hi Daniel, as far as I know you are an A&R at JOOF. Can you share some insights on sending demo, how to increase chances for reply...






Hi Daniel! Please tell us something about the structure of rhythm. I’m just getting started into music production and learning how to build up rhythms



Buy samples or make your own Hello Daniel Lesden, I see you create your own kick drums, I was just wondering if you could explain if you use samples or create other elements of the percussion as well

Meantime I look at the other producers, and they have that real success, tours etc. I feel jealous, and realizing the fact that I’m jealous makes me feel even worse

“I’m quite confused with the volume meter indicators on DJ mixers. Is it allowed to go over 0db? What is the recommended volume level? Why there are plenty of DJs pushing it hard above the redline?”. A question from Thomas



I’m starting my radio show next month I am thinking to make a podcast for it as well on iTunes. After many tutorials and articles, I failed to know how to connect my podcast to iTunes...

Who are some top-notch, professional mix engineers for trance and psytrance? I have an album that I want some professional help on, but I can’t seem to find the right engineers for the job

I don’t know how to promote my music. This might be an obvious question, but what is the right strategy to do that?