Articles by Jerry Kovarsky

Articles by Jerry Kovarsky

Jerry Kovarsky is a music industry veteran who has worked as a product/brand manager, marketing director, product developer and demonstrator for Korg, Ensoniq and Casio over a 30-plus year career. An accomplished keyboardist/synthesist, Jerry has been a passionate advocate for making music with keyboards and likes to live at the intersection of technology and art. He is the author of Keyboard For Dummies, and writes a long-running monthly column on synth soloing in Electronic Musician Magazine, as well as monthly blog columns on keyboard musicianship for Yamaha and Modal Electronics.
Willy Yanez x Beat Butcha | Differences Enhance The Process
March 15, 2024

Willy Yanez x Beat Butcha | Differences Enhance The Process

Dive into the untold stories behind crafting chart-topping hits as you explore the unique blend of musical backgrounds and collaborative experiments by this dynamic production duo.

Greg Howe—Searching for Boundary-Breaking Guitar Sounds
October 17, 2023

Greg Howe—Searching for Boundary-Breaking Guitar Sounds

Join us as we dive into the mind and story of the groundbreaking guitarist, Greg Howe, who revolutionized fusion genre.

Sax, Synths, and Soundscapes: Exploring Joseph Shabason's Musical Universe
August 22, 2023

Sax, Synths, and Soundscapes: Exploring Joseph Shabason's Musical Universe

Delve into the groundbreaking realm of Joseph Shabason as he collaborates with indie-pop band Destroyer and other artists, seamlessly merging jazz, indie rock, and technology. Read on to discover how he crafts compositions with Audio Modeling's SWAM trumpets alongside real horn performances!

From Synthesis to Steel Pans: Jean-Philippe Rykiel's Unique Musical Voice
June 22, 2023

From Synthesis to Steel Pans: Jean-Philippe Rykiel's Unique Musical Voice

Discover the musical collaboration between Jean-Philippe Rykiel and Andy Narell, as they explore expressive possibilities of Steel Pans and the fusion of diverse genres, showcasing Rykiel's career achievements in synthesis and his contributions to African music.

The Producer's Perspective: Jacob Munk on Songwriting in Production
May 19, 2023

The Producer's Perspective: Jacob Munk on Songwriting in Production

Learn about Jacob Munk, songwriter and producer who has worked with artists such as Liam Gallagher, Miley Cyrus, and Mike Snow, and discover how he blends physical instruments with in-the-box production techniques to create his unique sound.

Hector Soundz—Creating Your Success
December 22, 2022

Hector Soundz—Creating Your Success

In this article, Hector Soundz shares how he rose to prominence as a producer, landing work with Bilboard Top Five artists like Post Malone. He even shares tips and tricks for how he uses Omnisphere and Keyscape to stay inspired and add color to his work across genres.

Eric J—Accessing The Dreams In Your Head
November 17, 2022

Eric J—Accessing The Dreams In Your Head

Eric J is a Grammy award-winning mix engineer who has worked with a litany of artists, including Weezer, The Chemical Bros, St. Vincent, Chet Faker and Flume.

Martin Doherty | Reflecting On CHVRCHES, Ten Years On
October 20, 2022

Martin Doherty | Reflecting On CHVRCHES, Ten Years On

We caught up with Martin Doherty of CHVRCHES in his LA-based home studio and talked music, tech and the band’s evolution.

Brandon Lau | A Fresh Voice in Film Music Finds His Way in LA
September 15, 2022

Brandon Lau | A Fresh Voice in Film Music Finds His Way in LA

Brandon Lau is a rising name in the highly competitive field of film music that is bringing a fresh, youthful style influenced as much by EDM and hip-hop as by classical music and legacy film scores.

Iotosh | Breaking The Mold of The Jamaican Musician
July 22, 2022

Iotosh | Breaking The Mold of The Jamaican Musician

Producer/performer Iotosh is part of a new wave in reggae music; blending hip-hop, R&B and rap into the classic styles of reggae and dancehall. In this article, he discusses his rise to prominence and gives insights into his unique production and songwriting style.