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Chloe Nelson

Chloe grew up in London chasing pop's cutting edge across the city's studios and small venues, and got her start writing about the artists her friends hadn't discovered yet. She likes pop made with genuine craft. She writes about pop, production and rising artists.

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Cdj Stand /

The Complete Guide to Cdj Stand

A CDJ stand is the foundation of any professional DJ setup. Discover what makes a good CDJ stand, what features matter, and how to find the right one for your needs.

Ska Music /

The History of Ska Music

One genre, three separate revivals a decade apart. Here's how ska actually moved from 1950s Jamaica to British 2 Tone and the American third wave.

Rocksteady /

Essential Rocksteady Albums Explained

Looking for a classic rocksteady album? Here's the honest answer: it's mostly a singles genre, and these are the compilations that genuinely count as essential listening instead.

Tech House /

The History of Tech House

A record-shop label for tracks that didn't fit anywhere else ended up soundtracking festival main stages. Here's how that actually happened.

Reggaeton /

The History of Reggaeton

How a Jamaican riddim became a Panamanian translation, a Puerto Rican underground movement, and finally a global pop genre — the full story, chapter by chapter.

Surf Rock /

The Best Surf Rock Artists to Know

From Dick Dale's speed-picking to the Beach Boys' harmonies and the Ventures' polished instrumentals — these are the artists who defined surf rock across six decades.

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