Chloe Nelson

The History of Reggae Music

A decade-by-decade timeline of how Jamaican music went from mento and ska to reggae, dub and dancehall — and how it ended up everywhere.

The Best Fender Jazz Bass for the Money

Every price bracket has an option worth taking seriously. Here's how the current range breaks down by tier, and where the value really sits.

The Best Bossa Nova Artists to Know

The names that built bossa nova and the ones who pushed it further — the essential artist list, explained.

The Best Heavy Metal Songs Right Now

Music Charts Uk Top 100: What You Need to Know

It's not one list — the UK Top 100 hides two separate weekly charts, calculated in ways that have changed enormously since the 1950s.

The Best Gabber Songs Right Now

Gabber doesn't really have a 'right now' — its defining tracks were laid down three decades ago and they're still the reason the genre sounds like this.

Groove Metal for Newcomers: Where to Start

New to groove metal? Start with Pantera's Vulgar Display of Power, move to Sepultura and Machine Head, then use this guide to explore the wider catalogue in the right order.

Roland Synthesizer for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Roland synthesizers reward patient, curious beginners — here is where to start and what to explore first.

Common Novation Circuit Tracks Mistakes to Avoid

Most Circuit Tracks problems come from skipping the Components app, ignoring firmware updates, and not using per-step controls or varied pattern lengths.

The Best Fado Artists to Know

Fado lives or dies on the singer. Here's a proper who's who, from the golden-age voices to the contemporary torchbearers.

The Best Post Punk Songs Right Now

It's a genre the single defined as much as the album. Here are the post-punk tracks that still land today, from 1978's art-school art-punk to 1984's widescreen closer.

The Best Soul Music Songs Right Now

Older than most people streaming them, and still defining the sound today — these are the soul songs that never really left.

The Best Denon Dj Dj Controllers for the Money

Free Dj Software: A Complete Buyer's Guide

4 Channel Dj Controller: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Choosing a four-channel controller means understanding the difference between entry-level plastic builds and professional touring units — this guide covers every key factor.

MIDI Pad Controller Buying Guide: Pads and Connections

A MIDI pad controller transforms your computer into a playable instrument for beat-making and music production. Intuitive, tactile and ideal for beginners entering electronic music.

The Best Prog Rock Songs Right Now

Timeless, not just of-the-moment: the prog rock songs that still show new listeners exactly why this genre has such staying power.

The History of Math Rock

From disputed post-punk precursors to Louisville, Pittsburgh, Chicago and beyond, here's how math rock's scattered history actually fits together.

The Best Novation Circuits for the Money

The best Novation Circuit depends on your production style — synthesis and MIDI control, sample-based beats, or an affordable entry point. Here are the recommendations at each level.

Enka for Newcomers: Where to Start

Enka's catalogue can feel vast and unfamiliar. This guide maps the clearest path in — starting with one song, then five listens that cover the genre's full range.

The Best Dubstep Songs Right Now

The dubstep songs that still define the genre, from Croydon's earliest deep dubstep to the brostep era that followed.

Common Behringer Synth Mistakes to Avoid

Most Behringer synth frustrations trace back to the same handful of avoidable mistakes. Here's the list, so you can skip straight past them.

Essential Deathcore Albums Explained

These are the records that defined the sound, pushed it forward or showed how far it could reach — the essential deathcore albums from the mid-2000s to today.

The Best Lo Fi Music Songs Right Now

Most of what plays through a lo-fi stream never gets a spotlight. Here's a look at the individual tracks and moments that actually shaped the sound.