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KTDJ Explains
An ultimate spot for all your what, when, why, and other questions related to music, audio, and video. For how-tos, check our Knowledge section.
Most Iconic Music Videos Appeared on YouTube in 2009. What Exactly Happened That Year?
Only four letters are the answer.
My Voice Was Cloned: Seeking Justice in the AI Era
Imagine hearing your voice in a commercial you never recorded saying words you’ve never said. As the line between innovation and infringement blurs, artists wonder how to protect their voices and when the law can catch up.
Irish Bambie Thug Is Performing in Ouija Pop on Eurovision. But What Is This Genre?
The Irish witch Bambie Thug has invented a new genre that slays on Eurovision 2024.
Spotify Might Soon Be Flooded with Nightcore. But What Do We Know About the Genre?
Nightcore = sped up. Vaporwave = slowed down. Nightcore + Vaporwave = normal music.
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What Is Music Metadata & Why Should You Care About It? [Guest Column]
Just like a birth certificate, metadata comes in handy quite often in a track’s life and should be as accurate as possible.