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There’s about 40,000 songs being added to Spotify every day, so the only way you can get discovered, is if your music truly stands out. How do you do that? Well, in this lesson you’ll learn 3 hacks to make your music stand out from the crowd! But first… Tea!
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INTRO So, to counter all the boring year-end lists of smash hits, we started a new Hack Music Theory tradition last year: The Most Artistic Music of the Year. We selected the winner by asking ourselves this question: What release this year contained the most interesting theory, used in the most creative way, resulting in an accessible work of art. And the vital criteria here is accessibility, cos it’s actually surprisingly easy to write creative music, but it’s surprisingly difficult to write creative music that makes people dance and sing along! Now, without further ado, the winner of 2019’s Most Artistic Music of the Year, is… Dan D’Lion.
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Dan D’Lion is a British producer and singer, who came outta nowhere this year with two jaw-dropping EPs (\"Perspective\" EP & \"Betterman\" EP). The first time we heard Dan D’Lion was in Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist a few months back, when his song “Simmer Down” totally jumped out at us, and almost nothing on that playlist ever stands out, let alone jumps out! So, in this lesson, we’ll hack the pre-chorus of “Simmer Down”, where three musical elements make this song truly stand out from the crowd. To be honest though, we could easily make four lessons on this one section alone, it’s that good! So as soon as this lesson ends, go listen to Dan D’Lion and hit repeat, cos it’ll take many listens to explore the musical depths of his 10 songs.
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GIVEAWAY Now, just before we jump into the lesson, we’ve got exciting news for you: We’re feeling festive, so one of you will win our bestselling online course: Apprenticeship #1 (worth $150). The course contains 17 hours of video that guides you through every step of the music making process, from blank screen to finish song. Details on how to enter coming up later, but now, it’s time to open your DAW to hack music theory.
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SETUP Alright, now you’re gonna learn the three theory hacks from Dan D’Lion that will make your music stand out! And for the example in this lesson, we’ll be using our version that we made earlier, using these three hacks. So, start by setting up four bars of 4/4, with your tempo set to 108 BPM, and your grid set to 1/16 notes. Dan D’Lion uses A natural minor for this section, so we’ll use it too.
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HACK 1. MODAL AMBIGUITY The first thing you’ll feel when listening to this section in “Simmer Down”, is that it’s not obvious what the key is. Dan D’Lion very cleverly does this by starting his bass line with a long note that makes us think it’s the root, but it’s not. Then after this long note, he drops down to the real root (A), which is when the ambiguity takes hold, as we thought the bass line started on the root, but now A feels like the root. Dan D’Lion does help us to hear A minor as the actual key though, by playing synth arpeggios in the background that reinforce A minor. Now, while this ambiguity around keys is a trendy hack these days, when most songwriters and producers use it, they just go back and forth between the relative major and minor keys. But that’s not interesting enough for Dan D’Lion, what he does is to go back and forth between A natural minor and its relative Dorian mode. In our example, we chose the relative Lydian mode, so we started our bass line on F. And whatever relative mode you choose, be sure to start your bass line on that mode’s root note. And if you need help understanding the modes, then simply use the mode hacks in our Songwriting & Producing PDF (click & scroll down).
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HACK 2. USE THIS NOTE Now that you’ve blurred the line between A natural minor and the relative mode that you chose, it’s time to blur that blurred line! You see, Dan D’Lion isn’t satisfied with merely creating ambiguity around the key, he then goes on to break free from those two keys by using the note C♯, which is not in either key, so it’s what we call “non-diatonic”. This blurring of the blurred line not only enhances the ambiguity from Hack 1, but it also creates the ultimate standout moment in your song. In fact, it was this exact note that made Dan D’Lion’s song jump out at us in the first place.
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HACK 3. COUNTERPOINT Dan D’Lion used the compositional technique known as counterpoint to write his backing vocals. And counterpoint is when the contour of your backing melody counters the contour of your lead melody. It’s extremely rare to hear counterpoint in popular music, as almost all backing melodies these days just harmonise the lead melody by following its contour, usually a 3rd above or below. But, by using counterpoint to write your backing melody, you inject one of the rarest elements into your song, which will make it truly stand out from the crowd. And by the way, if you need help with counterpoint, then simply use our counterpoint hack, which is also in our Songwriting & Producing PDF (click & scroll down). And, if you need help with writing melodies, then use our Melody Checklist, which is in that PDF as well. It’s the ultimate list of dos and don’ts for writing great melodies.
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MORE So, now that you’ve got one section coming together, how do you write the other sections? Then, how do you transition between them (especially when they’re in different keys)? And then, how do you structure and arrange your song? These are issues many songwriters and producers struggle with, and that’s exactly why we made our online apprenticeship course, which guides you through every step of the music making process, from blank screen to finished song. So, if you wanna learn our secret method for writing (and finishing) great songs, which we don’t teach in these free lessons, then check out our Apprenticeship #1 online course.
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NEXT Alright, now let’s have a listen to our standout section, but just before the playthrough, here’s how you can win our online course Apprenticeship #1: Write a comment below this video on YouTube, and tell us why you should win. It’s that simple! We’ll then pick our favourite answer, and announce the winner in our newsletter this Sunday (15 Dec 2019). So, be sure to post your comment by Saturday (14 Dec 2019), and also, make sure you’re on our mailing list(you can sign up on our home page).
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Sadly, this is our last lesson of the year, but we’ve got EPIC news for you about 2020. When we come back in early January, we’re gonna be launching Apprenticeship #2. This course is the mother of all courses, it’s taken us over a year to make, and it contains over 30 hours of video! So, if your New Year’s resolution is to get serious and commit to your music, then make sure you’ve done Apprenticeship #1 before January, cos come 2020, it’s Apprenticeship #2 time! Thanks for watching (or listening, if you’re on the podcast), and we’ll see you in a few weeks. Until then, happy holidays, and thank you for another magical year, we really appreciate you being here.
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Kate & Ray Harmony (AKA Revolution Harmony) Music Teachers & Producers in Vancouver BC, Canada
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LEVEL 1 – FREE BOOK \"12 Music Theory Hacks to Learn Scales & Chords\" will give you a super solid music theory foundation in 30 minutes!
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LEVEL 2 – SONGWRITING & PRODUCING PDF (click & scroll down) This is our best-selling PDF, which includes MIDI file examples. Learn the essential hacks for songwriting & producing, like our Melody Checklist (the ultimate list of do's and don'ts for writing great melodies). You'll also learn how to write chord progressions, bass lines, riffs, counterpoint harmonies, and more!
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LEVEL 3 – LESSON PACKS After learning our essential hacks, it's time to put them to practical use and start writing some new songs. Lesson packs include step-by-step PDF guides to making music for different instruments and in different genres (electronic, metal, soundtrack, etc.), as well as multitrack MIDI files of the examples.
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LEVEL 4 – ONLINE APPRENTICESHIP Go from a blank screen to a finished song, in this 17-hour video course. Learn how to write new sections for an existing section, how to transition between sections in different keys, how to structure and arrange, and much more! This course has been called \"life-changing\" many times, so join 800+ music makers now (from all genres), who are learning Ray's secret hack: Song Whispering.
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ABOUT Hack Music Theory is a pioneering DAW method for making great music that stands out, so you can move and grow your audience! Taught by multi-award-winning music lecturer Ray Harmony, and his protégé wife Kate Harmony, from their studio in Vancouver BC, Canada. Ray is the author of critically-acclaimed book series \"Hack Music Theory\", and has made music with Serj Tankian (System of a Down), Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine), Steven Wilson (Porcupine Tree), Devin Townsend (Strapping Young Lad), Ihsahn (Emperor), Kool Keith (Ultramagnetic MCs), Madchild (Swollen Members), and many more! Kate has the highest grade distinction in Popular Music Theory from the London College of Music, and is the only person on the planet who's been trained by Ray to teach his method. On that note, Hack Music Theory teaches relevant and instantly-usable music theory for producers, songwriters, DAW users, and all other music makers (guitarists, bassists, singers, drummers, etc.) in all genres, from EDM to R&B, pop to hip-hop, reggae to rock, electronic to metal (and yes, we djefinitely djent!).
Many releases of the film, particularly the ones distributed by Magnolia Pictures, include both the original French audio and the English dub.
have described the dub as "pretty awful," suggesting that the emotional nuance of the original French performances is lost in translation. Script Divergence: district b13 english audio
Because the film is fast-paced and centers on intricate physical movement, some viewers prefer the dub to keep their eyes on the action without the distraction of reading subtitles. Sonic Impact:
The 2004 French parkour-action sensation (original title: Banlieue 13 ) is widely available with English audio tracks on both digital platforms and physical media.
The English audio for "District 13" is available in dubbed and subtitles formats. The movie was released on DVD and Blu-ray with an English dub, which allows viewers who don't speak French to enjoy the film.
Released in 2004, the French action film District 13 (originally titled Banlieue 13 ) revolutionized martial arts cinema. Directed by Pierre Morel and produced by Luc Besson, the movie introduced global audiences to parkour—the art of moving through obstacles with speed and efficiency. For international fans looking to experience this adrenaline-fueled masterpiece, finding the right version is essential to enjoying the film's fast-paced narrative. A loss of the specific regional tension inherent
District B13. English audio. No subtitles needed.
The co-creator of parkour. Belle’s real-life philosophy of efficient movement over obstacles became the structural foundation of the film.
Purchase the Blu-ray from Magnolia Pictures or rent the digital HD version from Apple TV. These sources guarantee a lossless, properly synced English 5.1 track that lets you appreciate the film the way US audiences saw it in 2006.
Whether you are looking to watch the film without reading subtitles or tracking down a rare physical release, this guide covers everything you need to know about the English audio versions, streaming availability, and physical media options. Why the English Audio Track Matters Script Divergence: Because the film is fast-paced and
Professional voice actors were hired to replace the original dialogue of Belle, Raffaelli, and the supporting cast.
This audio track is standard on most North American DVD and Blu-ray releases. 2. The International English Dub
Finding the correct audio track can be tricky due to regional licensing. Here are the most reliable platforms where the English audio is available as of today.
"District 13" received positive reviews for its high-octane action sequences, parkour stunts, and the performances of its leads. The film's success can be attributed to its raw, gritty portrayal of life in the Parisian banlieues and its influence on the action genre.
A loss of the specific regional tension inherent in the French banlieue setting.
You can find the English-dubbed version of District B13 across several major streaming and digital rental platforms:
Many releases of the film, particularly the ones distributed by Magnolia Pictures, include both the original French audio and the English dub.
have described the dub as "pretty awful," suggesting that the emotional nuance of the original French performances is lost in translation. Script Divergence:
Because the film is fast-paced and centers on intricate physical movement, some viewers prefer the dub to keep their eyes on the action without the distraction of reading subtitles. Sonic Impact:
The 2004 French parkour-action sensation (original title: Banlieue 13 ) is widely available with English audio tracks on both digital platforms and physical media.
The English audio for "District 13" is available in dubbed and subtitles formats. The movie was released on DVD and Blu-ray with an English dub, which allows viewers who don't speak French to enjoy the film.
Released in 2004, the French action film District 13 (originally titled Banlieue 13 ) revolutionized martial arts cinema. Directed by Pierre Morel and produced by Luc Besson, the movie introduced global audiences to parkour—the art of moving through obstacles with speed and efficiency. For international fans looking to experience this adrenaline-fueled masterpiece, finding the right version is essential to enjoying the film's fast-paced narrative.
District B13. English audio. No subtitles needed.
The co-creator of parkour. Belle’s real-life philosophy of efficient movement over obstacles became the structural foundation of the film.
Purchase the Blu-ray from Magnolia Pictures or rent the digital HD version from Apple TV. These sources guarantee a lossless, properly synced English 5.1 track that lets you appreciate the film the way US audiences saw it in 2006.
Whether you are looking to watch the film without reading subtitles or tracking down a rare physical release, this guide covers everything you need to know about the English audio versions, streaming availability, and physical media options. Why the English Audio Track Matters
Professional voice actors were hired to replace the original dialogue of Belle, Raffaelli, and the supporting cast.
This audio track is standard on most North American DVD and Blu-ray releases. 2. The International English Dub
Finding the correct audio track can be tricky due to regional licensing. Here are the most reliable platforms where the English audio is available as of today.
"District 13" received positive reviews for its high-octane action sequences, parkour stunts, and the performances of its leads. The film's success can be attributed to its raw, gritty portrayal of life in the Parisian banlieues and its influence on the action genre.
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