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A Look at Sampling in 2021
Sample clearance expert Deborah Mannis-Gardner breaks down what artists and fans need to know about the sampling world in 2021.
Empowering Independence: TuneCore’s Chris Dampier Breaks Down Sampling
Sampling is complicated. Let’s make it easier to understand.
Here’s How Tory Lanez Cleared Every Sample on ‘Chixtape 5’
“In total it was 97 writers, including the sample writers.”
Soul Samples Bring Out the Best in Your Favorite Rappers
Rapping over a soul sample is the equivalent of lacing up a pair of sneakers and stepping onto a city court; you better bring your A-game.
Freddie Gibbs & Madlib's 'Bandana' Sample Clearance Took "Almost a Year"
"Our team at RCA, they spent almost a year painstakingly clearing these songs."
The Art of Sampling Biggie
The Notorious B.I.G., whose work has been sampled more than 1,684 times.
How Richmond Rapper Michael Millions Miraculously Cleared Two D'Angelo Samples
"He was just like, 'You won’t have any problems out of me dog, you from Richmond.'"
Redman Spent $9,000 to Clear James Brown Sample for New Album
"It took me like a month or so to ease that down to a certain amount."
How Vocal Sampling Made Nas Omnipresent
Sampling isn't just rewinding, but a form of nuanced revival.
How Q-Tip Helped Jonah Hill License Classic Hip-Hop Records for 'Mid90s'
“People show up because they respect him.”
Why Producer 6ix Sacrifices Publishing Splits in Order to Sample
"At the end of the day, the feeling and emotion of the record is most important."
070 Shake Stole the Show on Pusha-T's "Santeria" Because Kanye Couldn't Clear a Sample
Talk about a butterfly effect.
Danny Brown: "Never Spend $70k on Samples for an Album That No One Buys"
Brown reveals that the decision to spend $70,000 to clear samples for 2016's 'Atrocity Exhibition' put him in debt.
Gorillaz Founder Believes Sampling Isn't "Creating Music" (It Is)
Sorry, Damon, you're wrong.
Everyone Keeps Telling Me Kanye West Sampled My Song—I’m Starting to Believe Them
Maybe they randomly heard the song and subconsciously replayed it? Maybe I’m delusional?
Royce da 5'9" Teases ScHoolboy Q Collaboration "Cut Throat" That Was Cut From 'Book of Ryan'
Sample clearance strikes again!
Nipsey Hussle Claims JAY-Z Clearing "Hard Knock Life" Sample Included Future Clearance for All Rappers
"We benefited off his negotiating in 1998."
Ski Mask The Slump God Explains 'Beware the Book of Eli' Delay
Calling your fanbase "stupid motherfuckers" probably isn't the best way to show your appreciation for their loyalty and patience.
Hiatus Kaiyote is Already in Your Hip-Hop Music Library
From Kendrick to Drake to Anderson .Paak, your favorite artists are sampling Hiatus Kaiyote's brand of soul.
Meet Pioneer's New DJ Sampler: DJS-1000
A standalone DJ sampler, for improvising unique sounds and phrases.
Roland Announces SPD-SX Special Edition
An enhanced SPD-SX sampling pad with expanded memory, sparkling red finish, and bundled music production software.
Meet G Koop, Your Favorite Producer's Secret Sample Clearance Weapon
The "Bad & Boujee" co-producer just earned his first No. 1 and he's primed for repeat success.
Isaiah Rashad Tweaks 'The Sun's Tirade' Due to Sample Clearance Issue
Sometimes you cannot recreate the soul or an original sample.