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Addison Rae’s ‘Diet Pepsi’ Poured New Life Into Her Music Career

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In a move that caught the music world by surprise, Addison Rae’s latest single, Diet Pepsi, has reshaped her image and proved she’s more than just a social media star....

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Coldplay’s Influence on Modern Music and Culture

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Coldplay has been a cornerstone of the pop-rock scene for over two decades, with their sound evolving from melancholic, guitar-driven ballads to vibrant, arena-filling anthems that defy genre...

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Hit Songs You Didn’t Know Were Handed Over By Your Favorite Artists

November 8, 2024

In the music industry, some of the most famous songs weren’t performed by the artists who wrote them. Think of classics like Dolly Parton’s "I Will Always Love You" or Sia’s "Diamonds."...

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Quincy Jones: A Legacy That Will Resonate Through Generations

November 5, 2024

Quincy Jones, the legendary music titan, has left us at 91, but his spirit endures through every note, melody, and rhythm he touched. From his groundbreaking production on Michael Jackson’s Thriller..

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Compression for Beatmakers

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Compression is one of the most crucial tools in any beatmaker's toolkit, shaping the dynamics of your track and helping achieve that punchy, polished sound....

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The Best Beginner-Friendly DAWs for Music Production

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Getting into music production can be an exciting journey, especially for beginners. With so many digital audio workstations (DAWs) available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one.

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Top 10 Mixing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Mixing is an art form that requires not only technical skill but also a keen ear and attention to detail. Many producers and engineers fall into common traps...

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Choosing the Best CPU for Music Production

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When upgrading your CPU for music production, whether you're composing orchestral scores, producing electronic music, or working with intricate multi-track projects, selecting the right processor...

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How to Create Epic Risers and Transition Effects for Electronic Music

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Creating epic risers and transition effects is essential for electronic music producers to build tension and anticipation before a drop or shift in their tracks. Here’s how you can do it...

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Automating a Drum Bus in Reaper to Create Dynamic Room Effects

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EQ in Practice: How to Use Subtractive EQ to Clean Up Muddy Mixes

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ixing music is an art, and one of the most essential tools for achieving clarity in a mix is the equalizer (EQ). One technique, in particular, known as subtractive EQ, can work wonders for cleaning...

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How to Manage Static Noise in High Frequencies When Compressing Vocals

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One common frustration in vocal production, especially for home studio and bedroom producers, is encountering static noise in the high frequencies after compressing and brightening vocals...

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Conan Gray’s “Vodka Cranberry” Is a Late-Night Cry for Closure—and a Glimpse Into His Most Vulnerable Album Yet

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Drunk calls. Crying in the dark. Lingering heartbreak. Conan Gray’s new single “Vodka Cranberry” isn’t just a song—it’s a full-blown emotional unraveling, and fans are already bracing themselves for what’s coming next.

Set to appear on his upcoming album Wishbone, out next month, “Vodka Cranberry” is a gut-punch of a track. It captures the worst kind of heartbreak—the kind that doesn't come with clean endings. “Got way too drunk off a vodka cranberry / Called you up in the middle of the night / Wailing like an imbecile,” Conan sings, with a brutal honesty that makes you want to hug him… and maybe text your therapist.

The music video, a direct continuation of “This Song,” is cinematic sadness at its finest: dim lights, late-night phone calls, aching silences. It’s not just a visual—it’s a feeling you’ve had at 2 a.m. but never had the words for.

What makes this moment even more powerful is the backstory. Conan confessed that Wishbone wasn’t even meant to be an album. These songs were written in secret—scribbled in journals, whispered in hotel beds between tour stops, kept from his own label and friends. “I didn’t know I was making anything,” he wrote. “And I had no plan to release any of it.”

That’s what makes Wishbone feel different. It’s not calculated. It’s not curated. It’s honest. And if “Vodka Cranberry” is any sign, it’s going to be messy, heart-wrenching, and incredibly, unapologetically real.

So if you’ve ever cried over someone who never gave you closure, or spiraled after a drink or three—this one’s for you. And Wishbone? That might just be the album we didn’t know we needed this year.

Conan Gray’s “Vodka Cranberry” Is a Late-Night Cry for Closure—and a Glimpse Into His Most Vulnerable Album Yetconan-grays-vodka-cranberry-is-a-late-night-cry-for-closure--and-a-glimpse-into-his-most-vulnerable-album-yetEbrunida KaradagJul 16, 2025Drunk calls. Crying in the dark. Lingering heartbreak. Conan Gray’s new single “Vodka Cranberry” isn’t just a song—it’s a full-blown emotional unraveling, and fans are already bracing themselves...