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What significant change occurred in 1991 regarding audio software?
What significant change occurred in 1991 regarding audio software?
- Pro Tools was discontinued.
- Avid launched its digital audio workstation.
- Sound Tools changed its name to Pro Tools. (correct)
- Sound Tools was replaced by Cubase.
Which song is recognized as the first #1 record produced using Pro Tools?
Which song is recognized as the first #1 record produced using Pro Tools?
- My Prerogative by Bobby Brown
- Enter Sandman by Metallica
- Control by Janet Jackson
- Livin' la Vida Loca by Ricky Martin (correct)
During the 90s, which music genre dominated the charts?
During the 90s, which music genre dominated the charts?
- Classic rock
- Hip-hop (correct)
- Jazz
- Country music
Who produced Metallica's eponymous album released in 1991?
Who produced Metallica's eponymous album released in 1991?
Which studio software was developed by Digidesign and Avid together in 1995?
Which studio software was developed by Digidesign and Avid together in 1995?
What is New Jack Swing primarily characterized by?
What is New Jack Swing primarily characterized by?
What year was the first webmail service, Hotmail, launched?
What year was the first webmail service, Hotmail, launched?
Which producer is NOT known for their work in the 80s and 90s with hard rock bands?
Which producer is NOT known for their work in the 80s and 90s with hard rock bands?
What notable trend in music occurred in the late 90s concerning band popularity?
What notable trend in music occurred in the late 90s concerning band popularity?
Which of the following technologies was introduced in 1999?
Which of the following technologies was introduced in 1999?
Which genre did NOT rise in prominence during the 1990s?
Which genre did NOT rise in prominence during the 1990s?
Who founded Steinberg, the company known for developing Cubase?
Who founded Steinberg, the company known for developing Cubase?
Which artist is NOT listed as an important artist of the 90's?
Which artist is NOT listed as an important artist of the 90's?
What feature marked Pro Tools 5.0, released in 1999?
What feature marked Pro Tools 5.0, released in 1999?
In what year was the VST protocol, which is essential for audio plugins, released?
In what year was the VST protocol, which is essential for audio plugins, released?
Which of these events transitioned MTV into the era of viral videos?
Which of these events transitioned MTV into the era of viral videos?
Which of the following artists was associated with the genre of alternative rock in the 90's?
Which of the following artists was associated with the genre of alternative rock in the 90's?
What significant development in recording technology occurred in the late 90's?
What significant development in recording technology occurred in the late 90's?
Which hip-hop genre is characterized by artists such as 2Pac and Notorious B.I.G.?
Which hip-hop genre is characterized by artists such as 2Pac and Notorious B.I.G.?
What significant technological advancement was created by Roger Linn?
What significant technological advancement was created by Roger Linn?
Which album, released in 1992, is considered a milestone in hip-hop history?
Which album, released in 1992, is considered a milestone in hip-hop history?
What was the primary purpose of limiters in radio stations during the loudness wars?
What was the primary purpose of limiters in radio stations during the loudness wars?
Which technology became popular as a home recording solution in the 90s?
Which technology became popular as a home recording solution in the 90s?
What was a major limitation of the original MPC60?
What was a major limitation of the original MPC60?
Which of the following is not a genre spawned by the rave culture?
Which of the following is not a genre spawned by the rave culture?
Which of the following artists was NOT associated with the formation of Death Row Records?
Which of the following artists was NOT associated with the formation of Death Row Records?
What was a key feature of the ADAT technology released in the early 90s?
What was a key feature of the ADAT technology released in the early 90s?
Which producer is often regarded as the most influential hip-hop producer of the 90s?
Which producer is often regarded as the most influential hip-hop producer of the 90s?
What type of sound did the Roland TR-909 primarily offer?
What type of sound did the Roland TR-909 primarily offer?
What aspect of music did mastering engineers focus on during the loudness wars?
What aspect of music did mastering engineers focus on during the loudness wars?
Which album represents the debut release of Daft Punk?
Which album represents the debut release of Daft Punk?
Which of the following was a notable feature of the Waves L1 Ultramaximizer?
Which of the following was a notable feature of the Waves L1 Ultramaximizer?
Which boy band was not self-formed but instead created by a producer?
Which boy band was not self-formed but instead created by a producer?
Who is considered the most successful songwriter of all time behind Lennon & McCartney?
Who is considered the most successful songwriter of all time behind Lennon & McCartney?
What technique does Max Martin use in his songwriting?
What technique does Max Martin use in his songwriting?
Which of the following artists was NOT produced by Max Martin?
Which of the following artists was NOT produced by Max Martin?
Which boy band is associated with the producer Maurice Starr?
Which boy band is associated with the producer Maurice Starr?
The transition from synth pop in the 80s to pure pop in the 90s included which of the following?
The transition from synth pop in the 80s to pure pop in the 90s included which of the following?
What song by Britney Spears marks the beginning of Max Martin's successful songwriting career in the late 90s?
What song by Britney Spears marks the beginning of Max Martin's successful songwriting career in the late 90s?
Which of the following boy bands was active in the late 90s and early 2000s alongside *NSYNC?
Which of the following boy bands was active in the late 90s and early 2000s alongside *NSYNC?
What year was the Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor released?
What year was the Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor released?
Which feature is NOT associated with the Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor?
Which feature is NOT associated with the Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor?
Who produced Green Day's album 'Dookie'?
Who produced Green Day's album 'Dookie'?
What year was Radiohead's album 'OK Computer' released?
What year was Radiohead's album 'OK Computer' released?
What major impact did the MP3 format have?
What major impact did the MP3 format have?
What was Napster primarily known for?
What was Napster primarily known for?
Which of the following was a theme explored in Radiohead's album 'OK Computer'?
Which of the following was a theme explored in Radiohead's album 'OK Computer'?
What technology did the MP3 format utilize?
What technology did the MP3 format utilize?
What impact did Napster have on recorded music sales?
What impact did Napster have on recorded music sales?
Which of the following artists was NOT produced by Rob Cavallo?
Which of the following artists was NOT produced by Rob Cavallo?
What was a major change regarding music formats during the 1990s?
What was a major change regarding music formats during the 1990s?
Which producer is known for the production of multiple hits in the late 80s and 90s, including work with Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey?
Which producer is known for the production of multiple hits in the late 80s and 90s, including work with Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey?
Which technological advancement became the standard for digital audio in the 90s?
Which technological advancement became the standard for digital audio in the 90s?
Which band is critically associated with the early 90s grunge movement?
Which band is critically associated with the early 90s grunge movement?
What characteristic was typical of grunge music's song structure?
What characteristic was typical of grunge music's song structure?
Who was the producer of Nirvana's album 'Nevermind'?
Who was the producer of Nirvana's album 'Nevermind'?
What was the primary unique feature of the Sony C-800 microphone introduced in 1992?
What was the primary unique feature of the Sony C-800 microphone introduced in 1992?
Which production duo co-founded LaFace Records?
Which production duo co-founded LaFace Records?
Which of the following tracks was produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis?
Which of the following tracks was produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis?
Which of the following bands is NOT a part of the Seattle grunge scene?
Which of the following bands is NOT a part of the Seattle grunge scene?
What was a defining factor of 90's hip-hop?
What was a defining factor of 90's hip-hop?
What genre does the production team Babyface and LA Reid frequently collaborate with?
What genre does the production team Babyface and LA Reid frequently collaborate with?
Which year was the album 'Nevermind' released?
Which year was the album 'Nevermind' released?
What did CDs provide as advantages over LPs?
What did CDs provide as advantages over LPs?
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Digital Revolution (1990-1999)
Digital Revolution (1990-1999)
The period in music production from 1990 to 1999, marked by the increasing use of digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools and the rise of popular music genres.
Pro Tools
Pro Tools
A popular digital audio workstation (DAW) that became increasingly prevalent in music studios during the 1990s.
New Jack Swing
New Jack Swing
A subgenre of R&B popular in the early 1990s, characterized by distinct rhythmic elements and sampling.
Metallica
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Bob Rock
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CD
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Napster
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MP3
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Urban Music
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Sound Tools → Pro Tools
Sound Tools → Pro Tools
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Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis
Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis
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CD's Dominate
CD's Dominate
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Babyface & LA Reid
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Sony C-800
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Grunge
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Nirvana - "Nevermind"
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Steve Albini
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90's Hip-Hop
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G-Funk
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Power Trio
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Analog Recording
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Digital Audio Standard
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Sub Pop Label
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From Minneapolis
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Commercial Breakthrough
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Boy Bands
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Behind-the-Scenes Influence
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Max Martin
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Max Martin's Impact
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Pure Pop
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Synth Pop → Pure Pop
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Ace of Base
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Spice Girls
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What year did the first web website go online?
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What did the first webmail service launch under?
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When did Google launch?
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What is a VST protocol?
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What was the first widely used portable audio interface called?
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What did the birth of viral videos change?
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What were some popular DAWs in the 2000s?
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What was the primary function of Napster?
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Dr. Dre
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The Chronic
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Death Row Records
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The Loudness War
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Waves L1 Ultramaximizer
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Rave Culture
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Daft Punk
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Homework
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Roland TR-909
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TR-808
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What is a significant function of the MPC60 in relation to hip hop music production?
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EL8 Distressor
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Dist 2 and Dist 3
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1176 and LA-2A
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Dookie
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Rob Cavallo
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OK Computer
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MP3 Compression
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The Digital Revolution: 1990-1999
- Transition to Digital Dominance: The period saw a shift towards digital audio technologies.
- The Era of the CD: CDs became the dominant format, replacing LPs.
- One-Hit Wonders & Albums: Albums with only one prominent hit song became prevalent.
- Urban Music Dominance: Hip-hop and R&B ruled the charts.
- Pop Music Trends: New Jack Swing emerged as a prominent pop style.
- Sound Tools to Pro Tools: Digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools gained popularity in professional studios.
- Steinberg and Cubase: Steinberg and Cubase were popular DAWs.
- Rise and Fall of ADAT: ADAT was a significant audio technology.
- Napster and the MP3: Napster and MP3 technology disrupted music distribution.
- Heavy Metal to Grunge to Pop Punk: Diverse music genres existed.
- Rave Culture: Rave culture and dance music emerged as prominent subgenres.
- Boy Bands and Max Martin: Boy bands and Max Martin were influential in pop music.
- Pro Tools in the 90s: Pro Tools became a standard in professional audio recording studios.
1991 - Sound Tools Changes to Pro Tools
- Pro Tools usage in studios increased.
- Digidesign and Avid merged.
- Ricky Martin's "Livin' La Vida Loca" was the first #1 record made in Pro Tools.
Metallica
- Formed in Los Angeles, 1981.
- Members include Lars Ulrich (drums), James Hetfield (vocals and rhythm guitar), Dave Mustaine (former member), Kirk Hammet (lead guitar).
- "Ride The Lightning" (1984)
- "Metallica (The Black Album)" (1991)
Bob Rock
- Canadian producer and engineer.
- Known for work with hard rock bands in the 80's and 90's (Motley Crue, Aerosmith, Metallica, Bon Jovi, The Tragically Hip, Bryan Adams).
- Produced many biggest hits for Bon Jovi and Metallica.
New Jack Swing
- Sampler/drum machine-based R&B music style.
- Emerged in the mid-80's.
Other Key Artists/Music Styles
- Commercial Peak: This section highlights the commercial success of 90s music genres, including examples (Bobby Brown's "My Prerogative," Michael Jackson's "Dangerous").
- Producers: Focuses on key producers like Teddy Riley, Jimmy Jam, and Terry Lewis, providing insight into their significance.
- Janet Jackson's "Control": Discusses its impact.
- Grunge: Introduced as a key musical style, focusing on its beginning, commercial breakthrough, and influential role around Seattle.
- Nirvana - "Nevermind": Discusses the band's origins and the album's impact using album release date, band's formation date, and members.
- Sony C-800: Detailed features of this 1992 top-of-the-line LDC.
- 90s Hip-Hop: Explores the decade's massive impact and various subgenres, such as G-Funk, Jazz rap, Boom bap.
- Dr. Dre: Discusses Dre's role as a major 90s hip-hop producer and the development of West Coast rap during this period.
- Home Recording: Focuses on the rise of home recording tools, mentioning ADAT, hard disk recorders, and early DAWs.
- The Loudness War: Covers issues concerning radio loudness standards using concepts such as loudness levels and mastering engineering. Also includes audio technology, such as the Waves L1 Ultramaximizer.
- Rave Culture: Briefly discusses rave culture, tracing its path from the UK to global influence and link with emerging dance music genres.
- Daft Punk - "Homework": Focuses on this 1997 album, mentioning its prominent artists and the music genre.
- Roland TR-909: An important and influential drum machine featured in this 90s music study period. Highlights its role as a competitor to the TR-808.
- Boy Bands: Discusses the popularity of boy bands (e.g., New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC).
- Max Martin: Focuses on Max Martin as a key producer and his impact on pop music. Explores his collaboration with other bands.
- Pure Pop of the 90s: Examines the subgenre of Pure pop of the 1990s, highlighting its artists such as Ace of Base, Spice Girls, and Britney Spears.
- Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor: This 1995 technology innovation is emphasized in the study.
Technology
- MP3s, Napster: Discussion covers the MP3 format, its development, and its rise via Napster.
- Internet, MTV: Examines the internet's effect on MTV and how digital technology transformed media consumption.
- ADAT, Pro Tools: Shows how pro tools and ADAT audio technologies changed the musical landscape.
- MIDI Enabled Devices: Provides a list of MIDI-enabled devices.
Other Important Artists/Producers
- The list includes various prominent artists and producers of the 1990s.
2000s and Beyond
- The period marks a transition to YouTube.
Important Information on Other Notable Music/Technology Trends
- Trends from previous decades are also discussed as part of the context within the period 1990-1999.
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