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MT goes backstage at U2's multimedia spectacular and discovers the technical realities behind Eno and the band's vision. Engineer Dave Lemmink unveils the system that redefines stadium rock

Getting philosophical about the new British hip hop. Tim "homeboy" Ponting raps with Wize man DJ Jemski about sampling, sequencing and bringing the drum kit into hip hop.

A new band, a new album, and a new year. Planning ahead with the Police behind you.

Recording engineer Del Palmer has worked with Kate Bush for almost 13 years. Here he provides an insight into how this innovative lady works in the studio and the background to the recording of her hugely successful album, 'The Sensual World'.

Power Amps and Loudspeakers

The songs are good, the band is great, but no-one will be unpressed if they can't hear you properly. David Mellor advises on PA hardware.

'If you can't come from Chicago, come from Scotland', reasons Tony Reed

Ramsa 9000 Seres Power Amps

Len Davies of Apex Studio, Cardiff assesses the performance of two of Ramsa's powerful new 9000 Series amps.

contents of an improviser's titter

RUSH Guitarist locked in room with Max Kay — Shock Horror!

Technics PX1 Digital Piano

The PX1 heralds a new generation of electronic pianos that aims to provide acoustic sound quality in a more versatile, up-to-date format. Julian Colbeck meets the latest Japanese Joanna.

The popular Scintillator has now been updated.

New products — New people

Six stars outline their home demo set-ups

sketching song ideas at home. how certain successful stars record their demos - John Entwistle, Nik Kershaw, Annabel Lamb, Adrian Belew, Blancmange

drum parts and recording arts

Keyboard player to Rainbow, Black Sabbath and now Ozzy Osbourne, Don talks to Tim Oakes about his keyboards, how to Bark At The Moon, and life on the road with a werewolf...

The Power Station's percussive powerhouse talks. Bill Milkowski puts pen to paper

NAME: new album/new equipment/sound techniques/change of style/gig horrors... LIST

Another exclusive in which Beck reveals his true colours

Back in the limelight with the 'Play On' album, John discusses his approach to songwriting and his move towards a solo career

Recording on a Budget

Donald Aldous shows us around his home studio.