Picking up where we left off, this episode continues our discussion on budget-friendly studio setups. Introducing BandLab: Free, Mobile, and Cloud-Based DAW We will use BandLab , a powerful, free, cloud-based DAW available on...

Welcome back to NJMP! This episode helps independent musicians budget for studio recording to achieve professional sound without high costs, covering both pro studios and DIY solutions. The Professional Studio Path Maximize s...

History of Collaboration Music has always been about making art together. But today, the music business has made the process of working together much more formal. It's now a smart way to grow artistically and reach a bigger m...

In this NJMP episode, we talk about Boddie Recording Studio , celebrating its huge importance as the first of its kind. It was started on their own by two great people, Thomas and Louise Boddie. The studio laid the foundation...

This NJMP episode summary centers on the long-lasting careers of jazz greats Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basie. We start by highlighting their major historical win at the 1959 Grammy Awards, where they became the first Black ar...

This episode of the NJMP looks closely at the real-world problems in making a podcast today. We talk about ways to fix tech issues when recording online , like when the audio doesn't line up, the internet is shaky, or the rec...

This NJMP episode talks about our wild journey of recording music, which has always had its good moments and bad moments. Start: We began recording in simple home spaces. We had lots of passion and creative freedom (good), bu...

This NJMP episode is about how today's activists can become major cultural forces, similar to Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson. To have a lasting impact, they need to follow the main lessons from Sharpton and Jackson: being grea...

In this podcast, we explore the history, present, and future of music production, focusing on how a distinctive sound is created. We're concerned that music is losing its unique "sonic fingerprint." The Power of a Signature S...

What's up, sports fans? On this episode, we're diving deep into two incredible athletes who just owned their missions—one finally nailed it, and the other just keeps on winning! Get ready to celebrate the huge accomplishments...

The life story of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a vital Civil Rights leader, is made complicated by claims made during FBI spying led by J. Edgar Hoover, who wanted to hurt King's reputation. The main claims are: Affairs Outsi...

This podcast episode talks about a huge moment in music and sports: Ella Fitzgerald's historic performance at the Super Bowl Halftime Show. As the "First Lady of Song," her appearance was a major step forward for Black artist...

This episode is deeply important and special for everyone here at the Not Just Music Podcast. This year, we are joining the whole country in recognizing a huge milestone: 100 years of officially celebrated Black History. This...

Welcome to the podcast! Today, we're talking about Oscar Micheaux , the true start of Black movie-making. He was the first big African-American director to make a long movie. Micheaux (born 1884) didn't like the bad ways Blac...

It's Black History Month, and the same famous people always pop up: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali. These people are hugely important—they were key to the civil rights movement and changed the world. But ...

In this special Black History Moment episode, we shine a spotlight on the incredible Alfred L. Cralle, a true visionary whose invention, the ice cream scoop, fundamentally changed how we experience and enjoy this cherished de...

In episode 106, we pay homage to Sarah Boone, an African American inventor who made a significant contribution to household technology. She is best known for inventing an improved ironing board in 1892, a design that made it ...

This episode delves into the compelling story of Benjamin Bradley, the man widely regarded as the original inventor of the steamboat engine. Bradley's narrative is particularly poignant, exploring the difficult choice he face...

In this podcast, we discuss the life and achievements of Dr. Patricia Bath, an influential African American inventor and ophthalmologist. Dr. Bath is best known for inventing the Cataract Laserphaco Probe, a groundbreaking de...

In this black history episode flashback, we take a closer look at the life and legacy of William B Abrams. Through examining his background, contributions, and the challenges he faced, we begin to understand why “Boots On The...

In a recent interview on the R&B Money Podcast, Smokey Robinson shares an impactful encounter with Berry Gordy. This is a pivotal moment that deserves greater recognition and discussion within the music community and beyond. ...

This podcast episode dives into the world of vocal recording, specifically focusing on setting up and utilizing a vocal chain within ‪Cakewalk Software‬. We'll cover essential plugins, microphone techniques, and how to achiev...

In this video, we'll be demonstrating a simple yet effective vocal chain using plugins from Cakewalk Sonar's Sonitus Collection. Over the next few weeks, we'll focus on using the Sonitus EQ and Compressor to shape the vocals ...

These days it seems like there are more #plugins available than ever before, but how many of them do we really need? Do we risk overdoing it? I've been on the verge of less being more for a few years now. My DAW of choice is ...