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What started in the townships of Johannesburg has become one of the most influential sounds in global music. Amapiano — a fusion of deep house, jazz, and lounge music — has gone from local phenomenon to international movement. Artists like Kabza De Small, Uncle Waffles, and Tyla have brought the genre to mainstream audiences worldwide, […]

A growing number of producers and artists are abandoning digital workflows in favor of analog equipment. From four-track cassette recorders to vintage synthesizers, the analog revival is reshaping how music gets made. We visit studios in Los Angeles, Berlin, and Tokyo to explore why imperfection has become the most sought-after quality in modern music production.