Spotify polishes its Apple interface with refreshed icons
Spotify has updated its iOS interface for both free and premium subscribers, refreshing icons with the focus of streamlining the listening experience.
The best car songs for 2019
Is there a better road trip companion than good music? To aid you on this journey, we've compiled a list of the top 55 best songs about cars.
How Endel and Toro y Moi are shaping the future of music and digital wellness
Playlists to focus, sleep, and relax are booming on streaming platforms. Similarly, a host of smart home products aim to affect your wellbeing in similar ways. Endel has a vision to unify these in a way that's always unique to you. Companies like Apple and Warner Music, as well as Toro y Moi see it too.
The best new music this week: Sturgill Simpson, Tegan and Sarah, and more
Every week, there are countless new records hitting the airwaves, and it's just too much for you to handle. That's why we scour the internet to find the best sounds. This week: Sturgill Simpson, Tegan and Sarah, John Coltrane, Moon Duo, The New Pornographers, and Wild Nothing.
How to supercharge your Sonos system with the Plex Media Server
Sonos is a fantastic whole-home wireless music system, but there are some things it can't do. Using the powerful Plex Media Server as an alternative source for music playback lets you expand your library, play more formats, and more. Learn all about the benefits and how to integrate the two systems.
Astronomers plan to beam Earth’s greatest hits into deep space, and you can help
If you could send a message to a potential alien civilization, what would it sound like? Think on that, as a new project from the SETI Institute (search for extraterrestrial intelligence) will give the public the chance to submit musical compositions to be beamed into space.
Cheese tastes different when it listens to Led Zeppelin, Swiss study finds
A funky new study says that exposing cheese to music changes its aroma and flavor. What’s more, the genre of music matters. Researchers from the Bern University of Arts played music to nine, 22-pound wheels of Emmental cheese, a semi-firm variety of Swiss cheese popular in Europe.
DJ Marshmello performs legendary concert set, leads epic dance party in Fortnite
EDM star DJ Marshmello performed at a different sort of concert today: one held live in-game in Fortnite. The concert was held in Pleasant Park, where the usual football field was transformed into a stage and for once everyone came together to dance instead of finding creative ways to see each other off.
The best songs about money
There may not be as many songs about money as there are songs about love, but it's a close second. If you're looking for a cash-inspired playlist to jam to on the way to work (or for any other time, really), look no further than our picks for the best songs about money. Dollar, dollar bill, y'all.
Jam out in hi-fi style with the 25 best playlists on Spotify
Music is the world's most potent drug, and the best playlists on Spotify will make you catch feelings. Whether you're looking for classic rock or modern hip-hop, we have you covered.
The best albums of 2018
From blockbuster releases to hidden gems, we've spent the year listening to new music from near and far, culling that massive list into our 50 favorites. Whether you like jazz, hip-hop, rock, pop, or anything in between, these are the 50 best records of the year.
You may soon be able to listen to your own songs on Spotify’s Android app
If you love Spotify's streaming, but also have a large collection of niche music, then it can be hard to marry your two passions. Switching back and forth between apps may soon become history for Android users though, as Spotify is apparently testing the ability to import local songs to its Android app.
Forget about the jack: How to use Bluetooth AptX HD on the OnePlus 6T
The OnePlus 6T does not have a headphone jack, meaning it may be the right time to make the leap and embrace some Bluetooth wireless headphones. We say go for an AptX HD compatible pair for a higher-than-CD quality audio experience. Here's how to activate AptX HD on your new OnePlus 6T smartphone.
Apple acquires music-seeking app Shazam
Apple announced that it was acquiring music recognition service Shazam earlier this year, but soon after it was revealed that the European Commission would be looking into the deal. Now, the EU has cleared Apple's acquisition of Shazam, and the deal can go ahead as planned.
Spotify may eventually allow free users to skip all ads
Spotify is rolling out a new feature that may allow free users to skip ads whenever they want. Currently, the test is being conducted in Australia but, if successful, it may be spread to other countries. Spotify believes users will only skip ads that are not of interest to them.
Meet the Italian composer who conducts the world’s biggest all-robot orchestra
For his next album, Italian electronic music producer Leonardo Barbadoro is skipping synthesizers for robots capable of playing real instruments, ranging from piano to percussion. Here's why he's decided to shake up electronic music production in favor of a new approach.
The best guitar tuner apps
For guitarists, keeping your instrument in tune is paramount. There's nothing rock and roll about hitting a flat note when you didn't intend to. As long as you have a smartphone, though, you can always stay in tune, thanks to guitar tuner apps. We've rounded up some of the best.
From Aaliyah to Garth Brooks, here is the music you can’t find on Spotify
Spotify boasts a library of more than 30 million songs, meaning finding something to listen to is never tough. There are some artists, however, who continue to shun the popular streaming service for one reason or another. From Queen Bey to Dr. Dre, here are the biggest Spotify holdouts.
Looking for a drummer that won’t argue with you? Spider-like robot fits the bill
This oddball robotic creation is designed to play the cajón, the box-shaped drum that hails from Peru. Play, sing, or rap and Cabot will accompany you in the background by tapping out a handy rhythm to augment your jam session. Here's how you can get your hands on one.
Apple Music: How to cancel your subscription
For folks who own an Apple product, an Apple Music subscription is the best of both worlds, allowing you to listen to music alongside those songs you've already purchased and downloaded. But sometimes it makes more sense to cut ties with the service. Here's how to cancel your Apple Music subscription.
Want to learn to play bass guitar? Fret Zealot teaches rhythm section wannabes
Remember how the Guitar Hero game made us all feel like we were one wrecked hotel room and a pair of uncomfortably tight leather pants away from being rock gods? Fret Zealot uses a similar idea (the Guitar Hero bit, not the hotel room-trashing and tight pants) to help you master the guitar for real.
Adrian Younge makes music for everything from orchestras to Netflix’s ‘Luke Cage’
In speaking with musician Adrian Younge, you instantly realize his DNA is probably made up of musical notes. He proudly eschews modern digital recording techniques in favor of more time-consuming analog ones. Along with Ali Shaheed Muhammad, he created the rapturous score for the Netflix series Luke Cage.
Neova MIDI ring lets musicians control their musical creations through gestures
Like a smart whammy bar for a guitar, Neova is a brand new MIDI controller ring which musicians can wear on the index finger of their right hand to trigger different effects while they’re playing -- ranging from pitch bend to vibrato. It's currently seeking backers on Kickstarter.
Urban Legends wants to bring Migos and millennials into vinyl
Andre Torres, VP of urban catalog at Universal Music Enterprises, explained how Universal Music's new imprint Urban Legends plans to bring vinyl appreciation to the generations raised on streams and downloads.
Rock stars wear them, and so should you: A review of earplugs for concertgoers
We tried out a range of universal earplugs designed specifically for musicians and live music listeners, including a few different approaches manufacturers take to attenuate dBs without distorting sounds. Here’s our non-exhaustive look at a few earplug options for live music.
‘Unsolved’ producer worked to find 2Pac and Biggie’s humanity, not their killers
Anthony Hemingway, executive producer of 'Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G," discusses how the show won't solve the rap stars' murders, but will provide closure in a different way. The series, about the legendary rappers who died young, is airing on the USA Network.
Why just listen when you can play? How Moodelizer makes music malleable
Dynamic Playback is a new music format technology from Moodelizer that lets listeners manipulate songs in real time, like switching from a pop version of a song to a remixed techno version. But there's more in store for the tech.
Ear plugs at the ready? The horror of tech companies making music
Samsung, LG, Huawei, and plenty of other tech companies make great smartphones; but they don't make good music. Yet, they continue to try. Don't believe us? We've got proof, and lots of it.
Spotify begins cracking down on third-party playlist services
SpotLister has been now been deemed non-compliant with Spotify's terms of use. It previously placed songs on playlists for a fee.
Alexa to play recently heard songs within Amazon Music
Amazon Music debuted "Local Popularity" and "Play More Like This" for its users late last year. Now, it's showing off "recently heard."
Outkast set a high bar for hip-hop. Duo Rae Sremmurd wants to clear it
Rae Sremmurd explains how the group's upcoming three-disc album, Sremmlife 3, is something legends like Outkast have never done and what we can expect from their first Reebok shoe.
For singer Tory Lanez’ totally freestyled new album, memories are everything
Platinum-selling R&B artist Tory Lanez talked with Digital Trends about why you shouldn't store memories on social media, an upcoming collaboration with Drake, and more.
Raphael Saadiq talks about his new album, Oscar nomination, and ‘Black Panther’
Accomplished musician Raphael Saadiq spoke about how he'd change the score for the Black Panther film, and when we can expect his first album in seven years.
Producer Cardo on making Drake’s new No. 1 hit, Kendrick Lamar’s “evil genius”
Producer Cardo explains to Digital Trends how he went from making music on Playstations to producing hit records with Drake and Kendrick Lamar using programs anyone can download for free.