Track of the Week: Shygirl – ‘Firefly’

For this week’s Track of the Week, we’re spotlighting Shygirl’s song, ‘Firefly’. Each week we will be sharing a track, album or mix which deserves your attention. Tune in below. Nymph by Shygirl ‘Firefly’ is taken from Shygirl‘s debut album, Nymph, which was released last month via Because Music. The track is a bittersweet UK […]

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‘Your ambition for an artist has to match their ambition for themselves.’

Lanre Gaba was promoted to one of the most important positions at Atlantic Records – Co-President of Black Music – earlier this year. She’s paid her dues to get there.
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Tutorial: How to Make A UK Drill Beat with The Fanatix

We’re back with another tutorial with The Fanatix, this time the production duo showcase how you can make a weighty UK drill beat in Logic Pro X. If you’re unfamiliar with the drill music genre, it’s a style of trap music that is renowned for its gliding 808 sub-basses, clicky snares and dark lyrics. Rising to popularity […]

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7 Essential Point Blank Masterclasses: Black History Month 2021

This year, we’re celebrating Black History Month 2021 by spotlighting some of our favourite Point Blank masterclasses, panels and tutorials with black artists. Over the years, Point Blank has been honoured to host the likes of numerous well-respected black producers, DJs, songwriters and managers to discuss all things culture, background, influences and creativity. Tune in […]

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Breakdown: Stylo G & The Fanatix – Touch Down w/ Nicki Minaj & Vybz Kartel

We’re back with another Track Breakdown, this time with production duo The Fanatix to unveil the magic behind their Nicki Minaj and Vybz Kartel-featuring track, ‘Touch Down’, with Stylo G. The Fanatix are a UK-based production outfit that specialises in dancehall, hip-hop and rap. During their career, the producers have worked with a star-studded lineup of musicians, […]

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Top 5 West Coast Beats

Whether or not you agree that “West Coast is the Best Coast,” the huge role and influence the West Coast has played and continues to play in hip-hop’s legacy is undeniable. With so many years’ worth of amazing West Coast beats out there, we couldn’t help but ask ourselves: Which beats really are the best in the West? […]

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An Original NBA Tribute Hip Hop Track- WE LUV IT #MYNBA By Matthew

An Original NBA Tribute Hip Hop Track- WE LUV IT #MYNBA By Matthew It is not everyday we come across […]

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Point Blank Studio Sessions – TINT

If you frequent the Point Blank blog or YouTube channel, you may be familiar with our Point Blank Studio Sessions, which showcase the exquisite talent on offer at our London school. Now, we’re back with a brand new series of the student-lead project. Each week, we will unveil a new performance from the session – shining a […]

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Hip-hop is still growing – with over 50% of the USA’s Top 100 streaming tracks of 2019

Genre’s dominance of Stateside charts showing no sign of slowing down
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Rodney P to Visit Point Blank for Exclusive Talk on Innovation in the Industry

We’re excited to announce that the legendary Rodney P will be joining us on February 6th at our facilities on 26 Orsman Rd, London N1 5QJ for an exclusive talk about his innovation in the UK music scene. Want to learn about the industry on a more permanent basis? Why not check out our Music Industry […]

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