9. May 2012 by Andy | Melodylab.

Folks - if you haven’t listened to my remix of Monster Taxi’s “Funky Valentine” you should head on to A.S.S.K Radio which currently has it on spot #5 in their top 20 rotation.

http://www.asskradio.com/assktop20.php

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5. May 2012 by Andy | Melodylab.

Folks - I’m sharing with you a link to an insightful article about how the current Top 40 songs are structured with regards to the form and length. One interesting insight - it takes on average 45 seconds for a song to hit the chorus. Take note when you’re arranging your next hit!

http://www.songwriting.net/blog/bid/103029/songwriting-tip-how-does-your-song-stack-up?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&goback=.gde_2668277_member_112888417

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4. May 2012 by Andy | Melodylab.

Just wrapped up work on a 5-track LP of spoken poetry by Janet Karro. This was a challenging and satisfying experience to score five symphonic tracks to underscore the poetic beauty of the spoken work. Stay tuned for the release date!

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13. April 2012 by Andy | Melodylab.

Hi folks - today I saw a post on a KODAK EXPRESS Facebook page listing a video with my music in it… Thought I’d share for memory sake ;).

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10150959818158298

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20. January 2012 by Andy | Melodylab.

I recently had the pleasure to collaborate with Monster Taxi on his latest single titled “Funky Valentine.” What started out as a fist-pumping club anthem turned into a cool, breezy, deep soul remix by yours truly. What you hear on this remix has been re-done from scratch, with the exception of the vocals by Ny’Lani. Beautiful sax provided by Frixos Psiloyenis and recorded at Monster Taxi’s studio. Many thanks for additional keys recorded at Melodylab provided by Monster Taxi himself

http://soundcloud.com/monstertaxi/monster-taxi-ft-nylani-funky

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15. September 2011 by Andy | Melodylab.

Folks - a new music video and a free music download! Treat yourself to a visual journey to accompany “Arcadia’s Lullaby” - a brand new music video now available at my website. AND - download the song for free -just click on the download button. Click here to view it.

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13. September 2011 by Andy | Melodylab.

Hi - just posted a new piece I wrote for a self-promotional video by Branding Mumbojumbo from RV. As always - interesting new lessons learned. NEVER assume - always check your assumptions with the client, and if you have the opportunity, reference even rough drafts with the client whenever you have an opportunity. Shoot me a note if you wish to find out how our visions differed on the project. Check it out here.

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9. September 2011 by Andy | Melodylab.

There is an engaging and a very timely post on CD Baby regarding the fair wage for musicians. Be sure to read the audience comments. Beware of consequences of playing/working for free… Read on here…

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26. June 2011 by Andy | Melodylab.

Folks - here is probably the best deal for getting your hands on a complete metering suite. Getting your mixes to sound great takes not just a great ear. Peaks, average loudness, low frequencies that your speakers cannot reproduce, and of course mono compatibility - in every case, having a plugin that shows you what you’re hearing is indispensable.

IK Multimedia is offering a GREAT promo - for only $15, you can get the metering suite and the classic equalizer until JULY 4th. Check it out here: http://www.ikmultimedia.com/Main.html?15/surprises.php

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19. June 2011 by Andy | Melodylab.

The Strange Tale of Billy Barker - Preview from Jana Johnson on Vimeo.

This score features all symphonic music score for Jana’s short film. For more information, visit http://www.thestrangetale.com/

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