
Mark Ronson
Want to make a hit record? Mark Ronson's here to show you how. From making your own beats from old vinyl to pop song structure, Mark will help you create a track from scratch and pepper it with that Ronson magic that'll get it on every playlist.
Inside his New York studio, he'll zoom in on production techniques while sharing unheard Amy Winehouse Back to Black demos and breaking down his biggest songs.
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What you'll learn
Join Mark Ronson as he reveals his music production secrets, from sampling and songwriting to tracking vocals. You'll look over Mark's shoulder as he creates a song from scratch with Grammy winning artist Jon Bellion, using editing software to record, cut, create loops, use plug-ins, quantise and reinforce drums. This is detailed, step-by-step instruction with recommendations for the best kit to use along the way.
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Meet your Maestro
An internationally renowned DJ, artist and producer, with accolades including seven Grammys, two Brits and an Academy Award, Mark is sharing his production secrets for the very first time. He’s become a familiar face at the top of the charts with global hits such as Rehab, Uptown Funk, and Shallow and is now here to help you mix your very own hit. Don’t believe it, just watch.
Lesson Plan
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1 min
Mark welcomes you to the course and his studio – the home of hit records like Back to Black by Amy Winehouse.
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1 min
Understand the role a producer plays in the music industry and the key skills you’ll need to develop.
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22 mins
Learn how to sample from vinyl records and chop beats up with music to spark ideas.
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22 mins
Mark uses his Nikka Costa track, Like a Feather, to demonstrate how combining influences can create an exciting new sound.
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49 mins
Optimise the setup and recording of your drums to achieve the sound you want, whether it’s disco, rock or EDM.
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7 mins
Meet the microphones that Amy Winehouse, Rufus Wainwright and Yebba used, and understand what different purposes they each serve.
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24 mins
Go behind the production of Late Night Feelings by Lykke Li to see how more knowledge makes better music.
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10 mins
Mark shares the story of Don’t Leave Me Lonely by Yebba and how you can evolve your own ideas into something truly special.
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38 mins
Learn to play an instrument and you might just stumble across a riff that becomes a hit record – like Mark did with Back to Black.
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11 mins
What to do before a recording session including researching the artist, building sample packs and prepping equipment.
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27 mins
As Jon Bellion arrives at the studio, Mark shows how to build a creative atmosphere for jamming and collaboration.
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31 mins
It’s time to start recording as you build your idea and make key decisions that are right for the song.
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42 mins
The track is really growing now as we write lyrics, bring in Niya Norwood for backing vocals, find the perfect key and start layering stacks.
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34 mins
Learn about Mark’s editing techniques like integrating 808s, reinforcing the drums, sidechaining and quantisation.
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23 mins
Top tips for putting together the perfect composite vocal track from your takes, such as using cross-fade to hide edits.
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26 mins
Add playful touches to your track with synths (analogue or plug-ins), guitar riffs, counter melodies, and by mashing ups styles and eras.
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37 mins
Learn how to tinker with electric pianos, guitars, amps and synths to create unique sounds that will transform the vibe.
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1 min
A classic Ronson outro to send you on your way to produce epic records.
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