From the AltWire Archives: Editor's Picks
Vibe Rewind by Kael Alden: 1980’s Synthwave Bliss (Plus Discount Code!)
Derek Oswald
Kael Alden’s first foray into Kontakt instruments, Vibe Rewind, doesn’t just flirt with the 80s—it unapologetically plants itself in the decade’s neon-drenched heart and stays there. From its slick design to its lush sound ...
Why Spawn VST is a Producer’s Dream: Review + 15% Off Spawn VST Discount Code
Derek Oswald
Spawn by Sauceware x Lemonade is a unique entry into this space, offering AI-powered sound design that blends user inputs with an ethical approach to artificial intelligence. Easily one of our favorite plugins we’ve ...
Sampleson TRONIC (2024) Review: Delightfully Weird and Wonderfully Retro
Derek Oswald
TRONIC by Sampleson isn’t your typical drum machine—in fact, it’s not even a drum machine at all. It’s a generative analog-modeled drum synthesizer that leans into the experimental, offering a unique way to create ...
Captain Plugins Epic Review: Lego Building Blocks For Creating A Good Song
Derek Oswald
Editor’s Note: While our disclaimer at the top of the page is added by default on all software reviews, we wish to clarify that we are not receiving commissions from Mixed In Key in ...
Mixed In Key 11 Review: Fresh Perspectives from a Rookie DJ
Derek Oswald
Editor’s Note: While our disclaimer at the top of the page is added by default on all software reviews, we wish to clarify that we are not receiving commissions from Mixed In Key in ...
Dubler 2 Review + 10% Dubler 2 Discount Code: Everything You Need to Know Before Buying
Derek Oswald
In the ever-evolving world of music production tools, Dubler 2 by Vochlea stands out as a revolutionary concept: software that instantly turns your voice into MIDI. Whether you sing, hum, or beatbox, Dubler 2 ...
Linkin Park “From Zero”: Behind The Scenes of Their Explosive Comeback Album
Derek Oswald
AltWire's Derek Oswald speaks with new Linkin Park frontrunner Emily Armstrong and frequent AltWire guest Mike Shinoda about how From Zero came to be.
Sampleson Scaper Review: Turn Any Sound Into A Haunting or Dreamy Soundscape
Derek Oswald
I was first drawn to Sampleson’s Scaper plugin through a Facebook ad that piqued my curiosity with its promise: take any sound and instantly transform it into a cinematic soundscape. As a fan of ...
Linkin Park – From Zero (2024): A Miracle of a Comeback
Derek Oswald
Linkin Park has always been a band that thrives on change—on pushing boundaries and reinventing themselves. However, after the unimaginable loss of Chester Bennington, Linkin Park’s future hung in the balance. Would they walk ...
Melodics Discount Code and Review: 10% Off This INCREDIBLE Software!
Derek Oswald
As someone who has always harbored a secret desire to become a maestro on the keyboard, I recently stumbled upon Melodics, a software designed to help aspiring musicians like myself learn to play. Intro ...
AltWire’s Second Decade Starts Today
Altwire Staff
Welcome to the brand-new AltWire! If you have been reading us for a long time, this is the biggest redesign we’ve ever done in the 11+ years we’ve been online. A lot has changed, ...
Nostalgia and New Beginnings: Brandon Boyd Podcast Recap
Derek Oswald
In the latest episode of the AltWire Podcast, host Derek Oswald and special co-host Evan Etheridge dive into a captivating conversation with Brandon Boyd, the lead singer of Incubus. The discussion centers around the ...
Lindsey Stirling Unveils New Album “Duality” and Single “Eye Of The Untold Her”
Derek Oswald
Lindsey Stirling, the acclaimed violinist known for her electrifying performances, has announced her latest musical endeavor: the upcoming release of her seventh studio album, Duality. This exciting news is accompanied by the unveiling of ...
Elevating Your Sound: A Deep Dive into DXRevive Pro (Review)
Derek Oswald
DXRevive Pro, from Accentize, is a fantastic software built to improve less-than-stellar audio. It packs a punch with user-friendly tools that anyone can wield, regardless of their audio restoration experience. Plus, it plays nice ...
Dance Pop 101: From the 1970s to Today
Derek Oswald
Dance Pop music is a genre of electronic dance music that contains music suitable for nightclubs but is accessible enough to find its way onto pop radio. Learn more here.
Review: Floor Space’s Ruthless New Album “Maybe This Is It”
Iceis Augustino
Pop-punk band Floor Space released their most recent third studio album, Maybe This Is It, on Friday, October 20th, 2023. The album is a slightly longer follow-up from their previous album, Nothing Makes Sense, released on July 17th, ...
The Cranberries: Rediscovering ‘To The Faithful Departed’
Derek Oswald
Experience the depth and emotive power of The Cranberries and Dolores O' Riordan in the Deluxe Edition re-release of To The Faithful Departed.
Beavis and Butt-head (1993): Hilarious Lovable Idiots
Derek Oswald
This new series is produced by Mike Judge, the creator of the original Beavis and Butt-head show, which ran from 1993 to 1997.
16 Saddest Christmas Songs: Crushing Winter Blues
Derek Oswald
It’s that time of year again. The days are shorter, the air is colder, and there’s supposed to be a twinkle in your eye when you think about Christmas. But now and then, it ...
