Horror Sound Design: How Movies Create Fear
TL;DR Horror sound design combines music, sound effects, and ambience to create tension, fear, and a sense of uncertainty. Dissonance, drones, low…
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Using Music on Twitch Legally: Full Licensing Guide
TL;DR You can use music on Twitch, but you need to make sure you have the necessary rights or permission. A Spotify, Apple Music, or similar subscription…
How to Start a True Crime YouTube Channel
You have probably experienced this yourself: There are many talented YouTubers creating amazing, high-quality content, yet sadly, many of them only get…
How to Avoid Copyright Claims on YouTube: A Complete Guide
TL;DR Don't assume that giving credit makes copyrighted music safe to use. Don't rely on the "5-second rule." There is no general rule that makes a few…
How to Make Your Smartphone Videos Look Cinematic in 10 Simple Steps
Comparing casual smartphone videos to material from a professional filmmaker is a world of difference. Most people think that the magic lies in the…
Why Good Audio Is So Important For Travel Videos
It’s no secret that the right music can intensify emotions and make great footage look and feel even greater. Beautiful Landscapes from Drone Views paired…
Why Does Music Trigger Emotions?
Often it takes just a few notes to change how we feel. A gentle piano with long sustained notes melody can make us nostalgic and emotional. A fast dance…
The Key Role of Music in Sports Events
In our blog, we often discuss the powerful role music plays in films, videos, and other creative projects. After all, music is emotion in its purest form.…
HookSounds: Behind the Scenes of Making Music
Since HookSounds was founded back in 2016, it is a place for original and well curated royalty free music. At launch, HookSounds featured only a handful of…
How to Turn Boring Ideas Into Great Stories
Anyone who creates art regularly knows this feeling: you sit down trying to create an interesting concept for your work, but nothing really excites you.…
Why Human Made Music Will Always Win Over AI-Generated Music
The share of daily uploads of human made music continues to decline, with no indication of reversing course. In Early 2026, around 60.000 AI generated…
How to Create a Music Playlist
TL;DR: Register a free account at HookSounds to create a music playlist. Define your playlist's purpose before adding tracks to maintain consistency and…