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Rina Sawyama -- The Voice of a Genre-Spanning Pop Star

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Rina Sawayama has burst into the consciousness of queer music listeners in recent years. My first time listening to her work was Cherry, a track that is bubbly ...

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YouTube Announces New “Creator Music” Platform

October 4, 2022

In the wake of Tiktok’s rapid expansion and growing dominance in the short-form video market, YouTube has felt the pressure to adapt to keep up with the shifting demands of its audience...

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Deep Dive: How Conan Gray Writes His Songs

October 5, 2022

Conan Gray is an American YouTuber turned singer-songwriter, most well-known for his songs about heartbreak and unrequited love. Throughout his career, Conan has written songs like “Crush Culture”...

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Phoebe Bridgers: A Deep Dive into Songwriting

October 17, 2022

Phoebe Bridgers is an American songwriter, singer, and producer who has, in recent years, gained mainstream recognition with the release of her sophomore album “Punisher” in 2020...

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How Steve Lacy Makes the Most with Less

October 18, 2022

Steve Lacy is a singer, songwriter, record producer, and living proof that you don’t need the most advanced or high-tech studio equipment to create music that listeners will love...

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Has the Pandemic Changed the World of Live Music?

August 31, 2022

For the last two years, there has been something missing in the lives of music lovers around the world—live music. The advent of a global pandemic meant the absence of concerts, festivals........

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Like the Early Days of Hip-Hop: The Future of Blockchain in the Music Industry

August 19, 2022

One of the biggest questions many spaces face today is how blockchain technology may overhaul industry norms, and the music industry is no exception. In particular...

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Snapchat Announces a $100,000 Monthly Grant for Artists

August 19, 2022

Snapchat has recently announced Snapchat Sounds Creator Fund, a monthly grant program of up to $100,000 awarded to independent artists distributing music on the platform...

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TikTok Plans to Introduce a New Music Streaming App

August 15, 2022

Over the past few years, TikTok’s popularity has significantly increased resulting in 1 billion global daily users by early 2022. The app has also become extremely influential in the current music....

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Are Charlie Puth’s Music Classes Worth $300?

August 4, 2022

Charlie Puth has paired with Studio to create a 30-day online course that outlines the entire songwriting and production process for $279 USD. This hands-on learning experience has been marketed....

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Success Through Self-Exploration: Lexie Liu's Rise to Stardom

August 2, 2022

Whether you know Lexie Liu from her performance as Seraphine in K/DA’s “MORE” or her fourth-place finish on The Rap of China 2018, there’s no denying that the Chinese hip hop star is a global ...

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BTS: The First K-Pop Band to be Invited to the White House

June 17, 2022

BTS is the most famous K-Pop band in the world now, and recently, they were invited to the white house to speak about anti-Asian hate crimes and inclusivity. Being the first K-Pop band to be...

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Chaz Mishan: Crafting for YG Entertainment's BABYMONSTER's Debut Single "Batter Up"

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Photo By: YG Entertainment

In a testament to the global nature of the music industry, Chaz Mishan, renowned producer and composer based in Los Angeles, has joined forces with YG Entertainment's talented songwriters and composers to create BABYMONSTER's highly anticipated debut single, "Batter Up."

The Collaborative Journey

Chaz Mishan, known for his innovative approach to music production, has embarked on a transcontinental collaboration with YG Entertainment, marking a milestone in his career. Despite geographical distances, Mishan and YG's team have seamlessly synchronized their creative energies to conceptualize and craft "Batter Up" remotely.

Mishan's Expertise

Heralded for his versatility and ingenuity, Chaz Mishan's collaboration with YG Entertainment underscores his adeptness in infusing diverse musical elements into his compositions. Mishan's expertise in blending various genres and creating captivating melodies has proven pivotal in shaping BABYMONSTER's debut single.

Chaz has also worked on songs like:

- GD X TAEYANG 'GOOD BOY'

- BIGBANG 'Flower Road'

-Jason Derulo 'Dont Wanna Go Home' '

-SHINEE 'Good Evening'

-Sofia ft. Anitta, Rita Ora 'R.I.P'

-EXO 'Touch It'

YG Entertainment's Creative Synergy

The collaboration between Chaz Mishan and YG Entertainment's esteemed songwriters and composers has been a testament to the label's commitment to pushing creative boundaries. YG Entertainment's team, known for their track record of producing chart-topping hits, combined their expertise with Mishan's fresh perspective to curate a song that encapsulates both innovation and mass appeal.

This masterpiece was created alongside YG heavyhitters such as lyricists  Jared Lee, YG, ASA, Choi Hyun Suk, Lee Chanhyuk, WHERE THE NOISE, and BIGTONE, and the composers Yang Hyun Suk (양현석), DEE.P, Jared Lee, and ASA.

Anticipation Builds for "Batter Up"

With Chaz Mishan's transcontinental collaboration with YG Entertainment, anticipation for BABYMONSTER's debut single "Batter Up" reaches unprecedented heights. The combined efforts of Mishan's production prowess and YG Entertainment's creative synergy promise a track that not only showcases the group's talents but also sets a new standard for K-Pop debuts.

As the release date approaches on November 27th 2023, fans eagerly await the unveiling of "Batter Up," excited to experience the fusion of Mishan's LA-based production finesse and YG Entertainment's songwriting excellence in this much-anticipated debut from BABYMONSTER.

Check out a clip of our interview with Chaz talking about his experiences working with YG Entertainment: