Afrobeat artist Tiwa Savage revealed details about a former romantic involvement with an unnamed Nigerian celebrity during her appearance on Joe Budden's podcast. The male celebrity requested complete privacy regarding their relationship status. He justified public interactions with other women as necessary camouflage to prevent speculation about their connection. The performer would engage in flirtatious behavior with female attendees at events while Savage observed silently. She characterized these actions as deeply disrespectful treatment that undermined her dignity.
The singer explained how her former partner would touch and laugh with other women at gatherings while maintaining eye contact with her to signal his deception. Savage...
Veteran artist 9ice issued a cautionary message to fellow musician Innocent Idibia, professionally known as 2Face, during birthday celebrations marking the African Queen performer's milestone 50th year on Thursday. The Gonga So creator expressed concerns about widespread negativity directed toward his colleague's achievements within the entertainment industry. 9ice alleged that numerous individuals harbor desires for 2Face's professional downfall and public disgrace. He delivered reassuring words about resilience and continued success despite existing opposition forces. The birthday tribute emphasized divine protection and prosperity while acknowledging temporary challenges as natural life phases that would ultimately pass.
Reality television contestant Faith expressed his perspective on fellow housemate Imisi during Wednesday's special diary session. Kola assumed the temporary role of Big Brother through a random selection process implemented by the show's producers. Faith characterized Imisi as the house's most misunderstood resident despite her exceptional creative abilities and natural charisma. He acknowledged that both contestants possess comparable qualities, yet attributed their conflicts to differences in how Imisi communicates her personality. Faith emphasized that observers must pay close attention to appreciate her distinctive style and talent.
The contestant admitted maintaining negative feelings toward Imisi while clarifying that his...
Berlin-based Aim Audio has begun distributing its debut studio microphone collection after appearing at NAMM 2024. The company brings microphone manufacturing back to Germany through experienced audio professionals who founded the brand. Audio engineers can choose between the multi-pattern INSPIRE model and the cardioid ESSENCE microphone.
Both microphones feature Aim's patented switchable output stages that alternate between transformer and electronic modes. Custom-wound toroidal transformers and hand-assembled capsules undergo testing at the Berlin facility. The INSPIRE offers five polar patterns with reversible capsule direction while the ESSENCE provides integrated peak-level metering.
The ORBIT shock mount complements both...
Excite Audio debuts Evolve Velvet as the newest sample-based synthesizer within their established Evolve collection. The instrument draws from vintage keyboard and string machine aesthetics to create warm, nostalgic sounds perfect for lo-fi house and psychedelic pop production. Musicians gain access to over 250 audio sources spanning felt pianos, electric keyboards, string sections, and retro synthesizers from the 1970s and 1980s. Artists can layer four sounds per patch while using the XY pad for real-time morphing and macro controls labeled Soften, Warmth, Sway, and Haze. Additional features encompass dual filtering systems, a flexible three-slot effects chain, intuitive drag-and-drop modulation, and more than 250 factory patches.
The...
Zero-G releases Epic Brass through sound designer Ergo Kukke's synthesis experiments rather than traditional acoustic recordings. The Kontakt library delivers 16 multi-sampled instruments across 14 GB of content aimed at cinematic scoring and trailer production. Kukke constructed every patch through years of synthesis work to achieve sounds beyond what acoustic brass instruments can produce. The collection provides 60 convolution reverbs alongside individual layer access and combined mega mix patches spanning orchestral sections to experimental textures. Users must have Native Instruments Kontakt version 7.10.7 or higher to access the library priced at £45 until October 9, before returning to £63.
DIRE Studio launched Mother Global Settings for Mac and iPad users who operate Moog Grandmother and Matriarch synthesizers. The European developer transforms how musicians access global parameters through a rack-style interface that displays all values on screen. Users can reach any setting within two clicks while avoiding performance errors through instant visual feedback. The application adds features absent from the hardware such as sequence selection on Matriarch models and enhanced MIDI output control. Musicians benefit from preset saving capabilities and keyboard shortcuts for live performance functions.
The software requires macOS 13.5 or iPadOS 18 with compatible Moog instruments running current firmware versions. DIRE Studio...
Vienna Symphonic Library launched Studio Jazz Drums as their latest Studio Series release. The company recorded this drum library at their Silent Stage location using a customized Rogers drum kit from the 1960s. Musicians can access various performance techniques through the Vienna Synchron Player software platform. The library features sounds created with sticks, brushes, and mallets across different playing zones controlled by modulation wheels. Special programming enhances the ride cymbal's response to tempo changes and strike patterns.
Artists receive multiple mixer presets that transform the dry recordings into different acoustic environments. The package contains MIDI groove loops for both stick and brush performances. Studio...
Intuitive Instruments released firmware version 2.2.0 for their Exquis MPE controller alongside workflow scripts for major digital audio workstations. The company developed new integrations for Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, and Cockos Reaper to enhance user experience. Exquis previously earned recognition by winning the Commercial Hardware Product category at the 2023 MIDI Innovation Awards. The controller features a 61-pad hexagonal design that supports MPE technology for independent control of velocity, pitch, timbre, and pressure per note. The device connects through USB, MIDI, and CV connections in both Pure and Deluxe configurations.
The firmware update introduces MPE Key Freeze functionality that captures and sustains expressive...
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