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Over the last four years, many video creators have contacted me asking for permission to use my music in their YouTube videos. Initially, I was a little hesitant because I wanted to make sure my music was being used in…

As a music composer, I've learned that relying solely on one source of income is not a sustainable long-term strategy. In today's music industry, there are a variety of income streams available for artists to explore, from live performances and…

On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, my SoundCloud account was compromised by hackers. This was really upsetting for me because my SoundCloud account was very active and was getting around 25,000 plays every week. I've also made some really good connections…

Hania Rani is a Polish composer and pianist who has been making waves in the music industry with her beautiful and haunting ambient piano music. With a style that is both intricate and minimalist, she creates music that transports listeners…

New Age music is a genre that emerged during the 1980s, characterized by its calming, meditative qualities and an emphasis on spirituality and introspection. It was embraced by a large audience and became a cultural phenomenon during this period. In…

As the music industry has evolved, musicians have increasingly turned to social media to build their fan base and promote their music. While social media can be a useful tool, it is important to remember that live shows remain a…

If you are a fan of ambient piano music or looking for a way to relax and unwind, you might be interested in checking out the live improvised ambient piano music by Moby on YouTube. In these videos, Moby performs…

The ”Gladiator" soundtrack is a masterpiece of musical composition, created by the legendary composer Hans Zimmer and the world-renowned musician Lisa Gerrard. The album was released in 2000 to accompany the epic historical film of the same name, directed by…

As an artist, I've always believed that music has the power to heal and transform. But it wasn't until I began composing "Rebirth”, my first ambient piano album, that I truly understood the depths of that power.

At the time…

Here is the written version of the Star🌟Spot Instagram Live Interview I had with Merry from the InterContinental Music Awards last November 15th, 2022. You can read age original blog post on the InterContinental Music Awards website here

Insights and…

I am publishing the following article that talks about my recent InterContinental Music Award that was originally posted on the African Hype magazine website. You can read the original post here

Spanish music producer and composer Juan Sánchez bags the…

Following his recent film scoring work in Nomadland and The Father, massively popular pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi has released ‘Underwater’, his first solo piano album in 20 years. With the popularity of his previous contemporary piano works such as…

Spotify does a lot of things right. Whether it be cheaper subscriptions for students, its algorithms that help you find your next favorite song, or its easy-to-navigate interface, it is clear why Spotify has become one of the most popular…

Some of you have asked me about my musical journey over the years, and I'm always happy to explain my personal musical voyage to anyone who is interested in hearing about it. It's for this reason, and also because it'…

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Have you ever babbled at an inopportune moment? Or said things you later regretted? There are at least eight reasons to say nothing. Recognize when to hold your tongue, and you will benefit from…

In 2020, film director Albinas Kirkilas filmed this short film titled 'Life Trip' in English; a work in which he used my piano composition 'Rebirth' as the musical background. 

'Life Trip' is about a man in his thirties who realises…

The passing of time is inexorable and overwhelming. Each lived instant is unique and unrepeatable. With my piece Sands of Time, I wanted to depict this unstoppable characteristic of the clock. I tried to convey the idea of time…

I have been working as a professional composer since 2000, and I write mainly piano-led compositions, many of which have been used in various forms of media across the internet and beyond. I wanted to take a bit of time…

Dustin O’Halloran is an artist and composer who has always intrigued me because of the fact that he can seamlessly embrace some minimalistic melodies with his music. Yet, at the same time, he has a very diverse sound that feels…

Mike Oldfield’s music is particularly outstanding because of the way he explores different sounds and ideas. His most famous work, “Tubular Bells,” which most people might remember from the soundtrack of The Exorcist, is an excellent example of how Oldfield…

As a music composer myself, I’m always so impressed to hear how much can be done with so little. Minimalism in music is something that it’s so deceptively difficult. It might seem easy to just play a few selections of…

Today, I want to tell you about my love for the band Supertramp and how it came to be! I’ve been into their music ever since I was only eight years old. In fact, I remember really starting to love…

There are so many musicians and composers out there whom I really respect. However, Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi has a special place in my heart. Even if you are not familiar with his name, you might have heard…

About Liszt 

Franz Liszt was a 19th-century composer and a pianist of astonishing skill. He was an influential composer and musical innovator with a profound impact on the evolution of music. He created the symphonic poem, orchestral music in a…

Elucid Magazine has published an article titled How collaboration brings success: the story of pianist and composer Juan Sánchez where they explain my story about how I got involved with lots of videographers, YouTubers, dancers, and other artists that have…