Author: Phoenix Recording

Aletniq - Keep On Rockin - Phoenix Hip Hop

Music and Lyrics by Aletniq - Based in Phoenix, AZ; These futuristic Hip Hop producers continue to push the boundaries of Hip Hop and Chicano Rap;

• HD Mastering by John Vestman - Los Angeles, CA
• Video edited by Damian Aletniq.

Why Buy Beats When I Can Get Free Beats?

Hip Hop instrumentals can be found all over the Internet for low prices and sometimes free. Most sites allow the download of an mp3 file of the stereo instrumental. 320 Kbps is the best file format for mp3 because it is near cd quality. Websites who offer Hip Hop instrumentals do this to save room on the server. Be careful, many sites only offer their mp3 instrumentals at 128 Kbps. This low quality mp3 can hurt the sound of your overall mix since you will be recording vocals at 24 bit when you take your track to the studio. Read more

What Is A Music Producer and Do I Need One?

With CPU power growing and silicon prices dropping, more and more American musicians are turning their bedrooms and garages into "semi"- pro recording studios. With a few grand or a nice credit line at the local Guitar Center, a band or Hip-Hop group has a shot at making it big with their new gear. The producer is essential in the recording process. He is much like a movie director who coaches and guides the talent to great performances and captures them on media. Would you ever think of a movie being made without a director? Read more

Charisma Dell - "Take Me Down"

This song was made in recording studios in Phoenix, AZ by music producer CT Aletniq and Charisma Dell.

• Song title: "Take Me Down"
• Music written by CT Aletniq
• Lyrics written by Charisma Dell
• Producer - CT Aletniq
• HD Mastering - John Vestman - Los Angeles, CA

Charisma has a really powerful voice and broad range. She is open to all styles of music and has the ability to bring shine to any track. New songs dropping soon. Follow us on Twitter for new tracks @PhxRecording