stayc main image

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

November 8, 2024

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....

Read more
stayc main image

Coldplay’s Influence on Modern Music and Culture

November 8, 2024

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...

Read more
stayc main image

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."...

Read more
stayc main image

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..

Read more
stayc main image

Compression for Beatmakers

October 18, 2024

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....

Read more
stayc main image

The Best Beginner-Friendly DAWs for Music Production

October 18, 2024

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.

Read more
stayc main image

Top 10 Mixing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

October 18, 2024

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...

Read more
stayc main image

Choosing the Best CPU for Music Production

October 18, 2024

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...

Read more
stayc main image

How to Create Epic Risers and Transition Effects for Electronic Music

October 11, 2024

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...

Read more
stayc main image

Automating a Drum Bus in Reaper to Create Dynamic Room Effects

October 6, 2024

Read more
stayc main image

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

October 6, 2024

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...

Read more
stayc main image

How to Manage Static Noise in High Frequencies When Compressing Vocals

October 6, 2024

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...

Read more

Dinner Is Served… Again! The Last Dinner Party Returns with a Grittier Feast

stayc main image

British baroque-pop sensation The Last Dinner Party has unveiled details of their highly anticipated second album, From the Pyre, set for release on October 17 via Island Records. Alongside the announcement, the band dropped the rollicking, country-infused lead single, “This Is the Killer Speaking,” teasing a bold evolution from their breakout debut.

A Mythic, Darker Turn

Fresh off their BRIT Award win for Best New Artist earlier this year, the five-piece described From the Pyre as a “collection of stories” bound by the allegorical concept of “The Pyre”—a place of destruction and rebirth. In a statement, the band painted the album as a visceral shift from the opulence of 2024’s Prelude to Ecstasy:

“This record feels a little darker, more raw and more earthy; it takes place looking out at a sublime landscape rather than seated at an opulent table. Lyrics invoke rifles, scythes, sailors, saints, and blazing infernos. Heartbreak laughs into the face of the apocalypse.”

Tracks like “This Is the Killer Speaking”—debuted live at Glastonbury 2024 and later at Pinkpop Festival—hint at the album’s theatrical, character-driven narratives, blending Western motifs with gothic grandeur.

Studio Alchemy with a Hitmaker

The band recorded "From the Pyre" with producer Markus Dravs (Florence + The Machine, Arcade Fire), channeling what they call a “meta-textual” self-awareness. “It’s cheeky in places, like a knowing look reflected back at ourselves,” they added, suggesting a matured yet playful edge.

Breaking Records, Then Raising the Bar

The Last Dinner Party’s debut, Prelude to Ecstasy, made history as the biggest first-week album by a British band since 2015, topping the U.K. charts. With From the Pyre, they aim to defy the “sophomore slump” by leaning into darker folklore and amplified live energy—a vibe fans can experience this September at NYC’s All Things Go Festival, where they’ll share the stage with Noah Kahan, Doechii, and more.

Dinner Is Served… Again! The Last Dinner Party Returns with a Grittier Feastdinner-is-served-again-the-last-dinner-party-returns-with-a-grittier-feastEbrunida KaradagJul 19, 2025British baroque-pop sensation The Last Dinner Party has unveiled details of their highly anticipated second album, From the Pyre, set for release on October 17 via Island Records. Alongside the...