The Return of Oasis' Liam Gallagher with his Definitely Maybe tour and Creating Ableton Harmonies
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Liam Gallagher announces Definitely Maybe 30th anniversary tour
Describing Definitely Maybe as "the most important album of the '90s, bar none", Liam Gallagher has announced a special tour to mark the record's 30th anniversary in 2024. The album, Oasis's debut, included hits such as Supersonic, Live Forever, Rock 'n' Roll Star and Cigarettes & Alcohol.
Liam Gallagher has announced a tour to celebrate 30 years since the release of Oasis's debut album, Definitely Maybe.
The singer will perform the seminal album in full for the first time at gigs across the UK in 2024.
Following the band's acrimonious split in 2009, the brothers famously no longer get on - and while fans have long hoped for a reunion, it has never materialised.
The Definitely Maybe 30 Years tour will be a rare opportunity to hear Liam sing tracks that have rarely, if ever, been performed since the mid-'90s, including Up In The Sky and Digsy's Dinner.
"I'm bouncing around the house to announce the Definitely Maybe tour," the star said. "The most important album of the '90s, bar none. I wouldn't be anywhere without it and neither would you, so let's celebrate together."
In a statement, representatives said the singer may also perform other fan favourites released during the era, including Whatever, "as well as deep cuts such as Fade Away, Listen Up and Sad Song".
Liam will play 12 dates in June 2024, with highlights including three nights in his home city at Manchester's 23,500-capacity Co-Op Live - which will become the biggest indoor arena in the country when it opens next May - as well as three shows at The O2 in London.
Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. on 20th October.
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Work Your Stuff by Naked Eye
One of the most challenging aspects of talking about music is to do it when it is presented to you as is– with nothing to go on about the possible background of the artist or mind that made it, or anything of the sort; it, to somebody that loves talking about music, presents a bit of a challenging, puristic proposition. That being said, when I listened to “Work Your Stuff” by naked eye, I immediately felt thoughts formulating in my head. Everything about this track is unconventional– the fact that it starts with a lot of energy, with very unconventional percussion that somehow still works well with the low-end, the club-friendly dynamics of the song; all of it. The drums are an eclectic mix of reggae, dancehall and pop, with focus on the kick and the low-end, with the snare hits serving as the top-end flair to the beat, holding it all together while the vocals take the centre stage.
Musician’s Toolkit > Secret production tips for pros
Adding melody and harmony in Ableton Live
Crafting engaging melodies and harmonies in Ableton Live can seem intimidating, especially for those lacking in musical theory. However, Ableton provides an array of tools that simplify this process. Start with the Scale MIDI effect, ensuring that every note adheres to the chosen scale, eliminating the risk of off-key notes. Experiment with the Chord effect to generate multi-note harmonies, enhancing the richness of your composition.
Integrate the Random effect cautiously, as it can produce unpredictable results when used alone. However, when combined with Scale and Chord effects, it generates dynamic and unexpected melodies and chord sequences within your specified scale. Employ multiple tracks or an instrument rack to facilitate the convergence of various MIDI effects, leading to the simultaneous generation of melody, basslines, and chords from a single note.
While third-party tools like Launchpad Pro and Chord Composer can supplement this process, mastering the basics of melody and harmony in Ableton Live doesn't necessitate extensive music theory knowledge. Utilize the step-by-step guide provided, which includes audio-to-MIDI conversion, scale adjustments, chord sequencing, and the utilization of the Random effect. Embrace the freedom of independent musical creation and reduce reliance on pre-existing loops and samples. Even for non-musicians, these techniques open doors to unexplored realms of music production.
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Chillectronic: Vibey Electronic tracks to Decompress your mind
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