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.
Articles by Chloe Nelson
Everything You Need to Know About Novation Midi Keyboard 49
Novation MIDI keyboards combine excellent playability with deep DAW integration. Discover which model suits your production needs and creative vision.
Midi Cable: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A clear, step-by-step buying checklist covering connector types, TRS Type A vs B, USB data cables, and construction that actually matters.
The Ultimate Guide to Drum Synthesizer Online
A drum synthesizer is an electronic instrument designed for creating custom percussion and drum sounds, from realistic acoustic simulations to experimental timbres.
Lighting Stand: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying the wrong lighting stand only shows up as a problem at the worst moment — here's how to get it right before you order.
Midi Fader Controller: A Complete Guide
Fader controllers transform production workflow by enabling intuitive mixing and sound design through tactile physical controls, bridging digital software and hands-on creative expression.
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.
Outlaw Country for Newcomers: Where to Start
Getting into outlaw country is straightforward. The genre is compact, the key records are short and the entry points are clearly signposted. Here is how to begin.
The History of Alternative Music
Alternative music's history runs from post-punk basements to stadium-filling chart-toppers — here's the full story of how it happened.
Fl Studio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
FL Studio's interface looks complex at first. Here's where to start and what to learn in the right order for beginners.
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.
Essential Bedroom Pop Albums Explained
These are the records that proved what a spare room and a laptop could produce. Here are the essential albums and what they mean.
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.
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.
The Best Electro Songs Right Now
Robotic vocals and drum machines that still sound sharp today — these are the best electro songs, from Planet Rock to Fresh Is the Word.
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.
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.
A Complete Guide to British Official Charts
The British Official Charts measure UK commercial music success through a weighted formula combining physical sales, digital purchases, and streaming plays, representing the authoritative standard for...
The Best Hard Rock Songs Right Now
These are the songs that gave hard rock its shape — chosen for what they've proven over years of passionate argument and heavy rotation.
Common Dj Booth Mistakes to Avoid
Most DJ booth problems aren't equipment failures. Here are the mistakes that come up again and again, and the quick fix for each one.
Dj Controller: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The DJ controller market covers every budget, but most buyers do best in the PS150-PS400 tier. Here is how to choose the right setup without overspending on features you will not use yet.
Progressive Rock Subgenres, Explained
Call something 'prog' and you've barely said anything. Here's how the genre actually splits up, so you know what you're getting before you press play.
What Chloe Nelson covers
Behringer Synthesizer
Affordable synthesis instruments for beginners and experienced players who want hands-on sound design and analogue-style...
Fender Jazz Bass
Fender jazz bass models deliver comfort, clarity and versatile low-end tone for rehearsals, recording and live gigs.
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Korg Synthesizer
Korg synthesizers combine expressive sound design with practical control for stage, studio and creative work.
MIDI Controller
Flexible controllers for software instruments, recording and live performance, from compact pads to full keyboard setups...
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Modular Synth
Custom-build synthesis systems made from separate modules and patch cables for advanced sound design.
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Modular Synthesizer
Fully custom electronic instruments built from separate modules for deep sound design and live patching.
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Roland Synthesizer
Roland synthesizers for electronic sound design, live control and flexible studio or stage performance.
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Synthesizer
Find a synthesizer for studio sound design, live performance and electronic music, from classic analogue tones to versat...
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