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How do you deal with creative burnout? The winner of our Young Composer competition, Lauren interviewed our founder, Paul Thomson, to discuss his musical journey and how you can keep focus after long recording sessions. What advice would you add?

Introducing Flutes by Abbey Road Orchestra—a virtual instrument capturing the nuance of two world-class flautists. Featuring 16 curated mix signals, with two hand-crafted by GRAMMY® award winner Simon Rhodes, this library sets a new standard for the sound of the flute in the digital age. Watch below for more details. 🪈

We’ve captured the process of making Cells in Iceland ❄️ The newest addition to an acclaimed series of collaborations with the renowned Icelandic composer, Ólafur Arnalds. Click below to see more from behind the lens.

Ólafur Arnalds is known for blending of classical and electronic music, he has captivated audiences worldwide with his profound ability to craft rich, emotive soundscapes. Now we’re Introducing Cells – the newest addition to an acclaimed series of collaborations with the renowned Icelandic composer ❄ His innovative approach bridges the gap between contemporary classical and modern electronic genres, establishing him as a visionary artist whose work resonates deeply with listeners and creatives alike. Explore Cells in the comments below

From the piercing violins of Psycho to the otherworldly sounds of The Day the Earth Stood Still, Bernard Herrmann’s music changed how we hear horror. Explore the haunting brilliance of the legendary composer behind some of cinema’s most spine-chilling scores below 🎃

John Williams has brought to life various beloved films, from Superman (1978) to Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981). Want to hear his top favourite scores and why? Watch to find out 🎬

Every brilliant music-maker starts somewhere. We’re excited to launch LABS+, featuring new Amapiano sound packs created by influential artists from the scene. In a market saturated with low-quality sounds, LABS+ offers exceptional, highly curated content—saving creators the time they would otherwise spend scrolling through seas of subpar samples on other platforms. After three months of community feedback-driven development, LABS+ officially launches out of beta with over 200,000 early adopters and more than 3 million pack downloads. Recorded in Johannesburg and performed by three major contributors to the scene, including one of the original innovators, Major League Djz, these 19 distinct sounds capture the vibrancy of Amapiano — and let you make head-bopping tracks right out of the box LABS+ aims to democratise the music creation process and provide emerging talent worldwide with access to this incredible and unique sound palette. See comments for more info and try it out for yourself!

What's your favourite genre of music to create? Whether you’re crafting beats or creating atmospheres, we’ve got the sound for you. Explore some of our top picks in the images below...

Delicate. Intimate. Cinematic. Something is heading your way soon…❄️

Ever wondered where the Slack Huddle hold music comes from? It isn’t just an ordinary loop of elevator sounds; it’s the remnant of a long-forgotten virtual world. The Slack Huddle hold music originated from Glitch, a quirky online game created by Slack’s founders. Composer Danny Simmons crafted this blend of jazz guitar, vibraphone, and cheesy saxophone for a game quest in a waiting room filled with lizards. If you search for it online, you will find it has thousands of views. Next time you are in an online waiting room, now you know! Credit: WIRED. Read the full article in the comments...