Uncategorized Instructor Spotlight: Steven Le Noc’h Rapid-fire questions Age: Unknown, legends don’t age. Birthplace: Paris, France Favourite food: General Tao Chicken is da bomb! Number of Microphones owned: I’m not sure 100%, but I’d say about 28 microphones Number of countries traveled to: Again not 100% sure, but I’ve visited the US, Morocco, Turkey, Irlande, UK, Greece, Italy, Belgium, Asia, Canada… that’s 11, including France. […] Written by @recordingarts 5 July 202210 August 2022
Amplify Uncategorized DJ Teck-Zilla Pushes the Needle with Verve on “Disco Lo” Having adopted a meticulous approach to realizing his vast ambitions, DJ Teck-Zilla has touched the hip-hop game in more ways than one. On his latest single “Disco Lo”, the RAC alum teams up with hip-hop duo Camp Lo to deliver a bouncy and retro banger. One piece of gear you can’t live without? My Solid […] Written by @recordingarts 14 April 202225 April 2022
Uncategorized Top 10 Horror-Themed Music Videos How is something that plays on our most basic negative emotion so attractive? Feeling fear is not pleasant, yet people love to get scared — it’s like some cruel paradox planted in our genes to keep life interesting. Our fascination is likely due to the simple truth that horror has been a staple genre since […] Written by @recordingarts 19 October 202123 September 2022
Learn Uncategorized Introductory Songwriting Q&A The songwriting process is what allows the artist to bring their musical ideas to life. Arguably the most important part of making music, songwriting is a skill – just like production or engineering – that requires honing and continuous practice. The key to becoming an exceptional songwriter is an open mind, experimentation with writing on […] Written by @recordingarts 9 August 202127 January 2023
Uncategorized Recording Arts Canada to relocate its Montreal campus After 17 years in the Old Port of Montreal, Recording Arts Canada (RAC) is relocating to 1207 Rue Saint-André, just off of rue Sainte-Catherine and bordering the Gay Village and Quartier des Spectacles. The new campus will feature more studios, updated equipment, a live performance space, and a dedicated student lounge. RAC will be operating […] Written by @recordingarts 5 August 201919 April 2021
Uncategorized ColinResponse wins 12th edition RAC Concert at The Rivoli The RAC Concert Showcase Series, 12th Edition played to a packed Rivoli on Queen Street West in Toronto last night. The crowd had a great time. Big thank yous go out to JooB and the New Dynamic for their blistering Hendrix-infused set, HolySexyBastards and their high energy, hook filled rock & boogie, ColinResponse’s energetic polish […] Written by @recordingarts 20 November 201727 April 2021
Uncategorized What a night at the 13th RAC Concert in Montreal ! What a show! Daze hammered the club with straight up Rock while High and Mighty delivered a great “Americana” set. The lead singers for both bands can really belt it out. Ottawa-based High Waters laid down some rich sonic textures, played with emotion and displayed some serious chops. The winners of our “friendly contest”, Montreal’s […] Written by @recordingarts 7 March 201727 April 2021
Uncategorized Steve Lobel Round 2 A Success Legendary Hip Hop artist manager Steve Lobel visited RAC Toronto for the 2nd time in 6 months to hear up and coming Hip Hop artists audition for him, and to share his experience and knowledge with a full house at RAC’s Theatre. It was as smash hit, again! Lobel is a very entertaining speaker who […] Written by @recordingarts 22 February 201727 April 2021
Uncategorized Star Hip Hop Artist manager Steve Lobel Back At RAC with Dalton Higgins Steve Lobel is bringing his workshop HIP HOP DON’T KNOW U to RAC on February 13, 2016 at 11:00 am, 111 Peter Street, Toronto. Steve is an American Artist Manager, Executive Producer, Production Manager, Television Talent, Author & Entrepreneur from Queens, New York. Following Steve at 12 noon is Dalton Higgins, an international Performing Arts […] Written by @recordingarts 10 February 201728 April 2021
Uncategorized Meet, work with Grammy winning mixers for Kendrick, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, and Eminem @ RAC Grammy winning mixers are coming to RAC to host a weekend of workshops and to identify rising talent in Montreal and Toronto. Credits: Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre, Eminem, The Game, 50 Cent, Snoop Dogg, Usher, Michael Jackson, Pussycat Dolls, Obie Trice, Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes, D12, Destiny’s Child, Pink, and more. Free RAC Workshop: Steve […] Written by @recordingarts 26 November 201627 April 2021