A 70s Psychedelic Jazz Trip by Italian Singer & Film Composer Nora Orlandi

Nora Orlandi's Italian film music inspired Quentin Tarantino in 'Kill Bill' and was later flipped by The Neptunes on The Clipse's 'Hell Hath No Fury.' In 1970, she released 'Sfere Luminose' together with jazz drummer Franco Tonani.

African Rhythms: Mid-70s Jazz, Funk, and Spiritual Sounds from the iconic Black Fire label

The spirit of Black Fire is still burning. Up to this day, producers including J Dilla, Diamond D, Madlib, and J. Cole all sampled Black Fire's music, which is a testament to the longevity of their spiritual jazz, funk, and Afrocentric grooves. That timelessness is also evident through the contagious enthusiasm James "Plunky" Branch evokes in this interview with Tracklib.

Best Free Online Beat Makers (Including Samples)

Before making a final decision on whether to use a sample, many music producers like to run a quick preview of their sample flip using an online beat maker. Whether you produce house, trap, or old-school boom bap, most producers want some reassurance that their sample can work in a certain style. In this article, we break down some of the best online beat makers and give you our recommendations.

Sample 700+ Vintage Latin Records & Afro-Caribbean Rhythms by Ansonia Records

The Voice of Pliers: Reggae/Dancehall Meets 70s Soul Influences

With hits like "Murder She Wrote," "Tease Me," and "Bam Bam," Jamaican singer Pliers is one of the most celebrated reggae/dancehall singers of the mid-80s to early 90s. His smooth, high voice was sampled for music by Kanye West, Beyoncé, and 50 Cent, who all loved his infectious dancehall.

Fake Features: Is There a Way to Legally Use AI-Generated Vocals in Music? (+ FAQ)

"Savages" by AllttA—produced with a Tracklib sample—opened up a conversation about the ethics of using generative AI in music. Producers including Pete Rock, 9th Wonder, Lord Finesse, and Young Guru all weighed in. But what do these rapid-paced, groundbreaking developments hold for the future? And can you actually legally use or sample AI-generated voices?