Widen Island #7 — Lofi Hip Hop Chord Voicings: 10 That Hit Different
What’s up my dudes! It’s Edwin back at it with issue #7. This one we got a dope article on chord voicings, a fresh drop from the label, and some gear news worth checking out.
New Release
Lofi Hip Hop Chord Voicings: 10 That Hit Different
If your chords have been sounding a little too basic lately, this one breaks down 10 voicings that actually hit the way the classics do.
From the Label
90’s kid, Widen Island — Ice Cream
90’s kid and Widen Island just dropped ‘Ice Cream’ and it’s exactly as smooth as it sounds.
Track Pick
MYR, Widen Island — Tropical Juice
MYR’s ‘Tropical Juice’ off the Widen Island label just sits right, my dudes. It’s got this warm, hazy texture that makes you feel like you’re doing nothing on a hot afternoon and that’s the whole point.
Hot News
Amplimood dropped Gazer FX, a FREE shoegaze multi-effect plugin, and if you’re trying to add that dreamy washed-out sound to your bedroom pop stuff this is a no-brainer.
bedroomproducersblog.com
Luftrum dropped Symbiotic Volume 2 for Omnisphere 3 and the presets on this thing are straight up cinematic, great for adding some texture to your lofi stuff.
bedroomproducersblog.com
Kendrick hopped on Jhené Aiko’s new track ‘So Good’ and yeah, you already know this one is worth a listen.
The pair reunite after 13 years on Aiko’s new album Westside Whimsy
pitchfork.com
🛒 Gear pick: Akai MPC (standalone) — Battery-powered standalone MPC with a built-in mic — sketch drunk-swing drums anywhere, no laptop.
Buy Akai Professional MPC Sample Portable Sampler | Standalone, Rechargeable Battery, USB-C, Speaker, Microphone, for Sa
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