Second part in our 'what do they do?' series. This month, what you do with the job.

Hints, Tips & News From The World Of Music Software

More hints and tips from the software manufacturers themselves. This month: C-Lab, Steinberg, Coda, and Dr. T.

Mixing in the MIDI Age

This two-part feature covers both the art and technology of mixing. The first article on page 48, 'Mixing Essentials', covers audio mixing in general, from a more basic level, and applies to any sort of studio mixing task. The second part, 'Mixing With MIDI’, starts on page 54 and covers techniques made possible by MIDI, specifically automated mixing and sending MIDI instruments direct to your master tape. Craig Anderton is your guide.

Janet Angus reports on Dave Foister's varied activities at the Guildhall.

808 Statement

Portrait of the artist as a (suffering) young man

The most comprehensive review of Europes biggest Music Fair

Mint Jam Studios

A new breed of studio is emerging, ignoring the major record companies and putting their own product out there... Mint Jam is one of them

As MIDI expands its influence, guidelines for improved compatibility between instruments are emerging. Vic Lennard examines the new General MIDI spec and Roland's proprietary GSS system.

Multi-effects Processor

ART's ever-expanding range of signal processors is intended to cater for musicians of all styles and financial means. Nicholas Rowland test drives a new effects unit whose price belies its power.

Hugh Padgham takes us behind the scenes to explain the tricks and techniques used in the recording and mixing of Phil Collins' 'In the Air Tonight'.

Mark Cunningham finds producer O'Duffy in hypnotic mood

MIDI Composition via Computer

The tale of two songwriters on opposite coasts of America, using different computers and musical instruments, writing and producing a single without face-to-face collaboration until the final mixdown. Al Hospers reveals what happened.

At home with the semi-detached Georgians

Making demos with the latest multitrack machine!

are rock competitions worth their salt? if you fancy your chances, read on...

The high priest of Pop discusses his solo album, musicianship, songwriting and The Police.

The Camden Cowboys are back with a fresh outlook and a new IP on the way. Jonathan James investigates

Since heralding in a new musical era in 1976 with the release of his innovative synthesizer-based opus, 'Oxygene', Jean-Michel Jarre has gone on to sell almost 34 million records worldwide. Currently embarking on a new album project, as well as planning a series of concerts to welcome in the new decade, Richard Buskin visited Jarre in his home studio to talk about the technology behind his music.

Riverside Recordings

Riverside Recordings — from bedroom Revoxes to 16-track slickness.

Guitar

Adam Mosley chats about producing The Plot Thickens