WATCH: ‘Mic Drop’ St Patrick’s special: Irish music, Tiny Desk and the craft of production
The latest episode of the Mic Drop from Music News Blitz embraces the spirit of St Patrick’s Day with a special instalment spotlighting Irish music, the power of stripped-back performances and the often-overlooked artistry of music production.
Hosted by Will Gardner and featuring guests Nisha Cullen and Katie Slater, the episode opens with a celebration of Ireland’s rich musical landscape.
‘Mic Drop’ episode 3: Women and politics in music
The latest episode of Music News Blitz’s Mic Drop podcast saw host Katie Slater joined by Will Gardner and Nisha Cullen to discuss women in music production and the growing intersection between music and politics.
The bedroom producer era: How Gen Z is redefining the music industry from home studios
From laptops to budget microphones, young creators are turning bedrooms into hit-making factories, proving that talent and innovation no longer need million-dollar studios.
In the age of TikTok, SoundCloud and YouTube, a generation of musicians is rewriting the rules of music production.
These bedroom producers are creating chart-topping hits without ever stepping into a professional studio, writes Music News Blitz’s Lindokuhle Mlombo.