Music Production.
Creativity. Industry.
Turn Your Ideas Into Records.
Hitxlab Academy is a hands-on music production program created for aspiring and developing producers who want to take their production seriously.
Learn inside a real working studio, create music from scratch, develop your own sound and gain practical knowledge from an experienced producer.
Why Hitxlab Academy?
You can learn software anywhere.
You can watch production tutorials online.
But becoming a producer requires more than knowing where the buttons are.
Hitxlab Academy is designed to give students practical experience creating real music in a professional studio environment.
You will learn how to:
Most importantly, you will leave with music you actually created.
8-Week Music Production Program
The program combines classroom teaching, practical studio sessions, production exercises and real-world music-making.
The Producer Foundation
- Understanding your DAW
- Setting up a professional production session
- MIDI and audio
- BPM and rhythm
- Drum programming
- Basic music theory
- Creating your first production
Melody, Chords & Music
- Scales
- Chord progressions
- Melodies
- Basslines
- Sound selection
- Sampling
- Building strong musical ideas
Beatmaking
- Afrobeats production
- Afropiano
- Percussion
- Groove
- Drum patterns
- Bass movement
- Creating a complete beat
From Beat to Song
- Song structure
- Intro, verse, chorus and bridge
- Arrangement
- Transitions
- Dynamics
- Working with artists
- Turning an idea into a complete record
Recording & Vocal Production
- Studio setup
- Microphone techniques
- Recording vocals
- Vocal arrangement
- Editing
- Comping
- Vocal production
Mixing & Finishing Records
- EQ
- Compression
- Reverb
- Delay
- Automation
- Stereo image
- Vocal processing
- Creating space
- Preparing a professional mix
The Producer Business
- Producer agreements
- Splits
- Publishing
- Royalties
- Master rights
- Beat licensing
- Credits and metadata
- Working with artists
- Pricing your production
- Building relationships
- Branding and social media
The Final Record
- Students apply everything they have learned to create and complete an original record.
- Production → Arrangement → Recording → Editing → Mixing → Final Export
- Students present their completed work during the final studio session.
What You Will Learn
Production
Learn the creative and technical foundations of modern music production.
Songmaking
Learn how to turn loops and ideas into complete records.
Sound
Understand sound selection, drums, melodies, basslines, samples and textures.
Recording
Learn how to record and produce vocals in a professional studio environment.
Mixing
Understand the fundamentals of making your production sound clean, balanced and professional.
Industry
Understand the business side of being a producer, including splits, publishing, royalties, credits and collaborations.
Learn Inside A Real Studio
Hitxlab Academy takes place inside a working music production studio.
This means you aren't learning production only through slides and demonstrations.
You will be making music.
Rexxie
Rexxie is a Nigerian music producer and DJ known for his work within the Afrobeats and contemporary African music space.
Through Hitxlab Academy, he brings his practical experience in music production, recording, collaborations, studio sessions and the music business directly into the classroom.
The goal is simple:
Give the next generation of producers the knowledge, discipline and practical experience to create better music and build sustainable careers.
Who Is This For?
Hitxlab Academy is designed for:
Beginners
People who are completely new to music production and want to learn from the ground up.
Developing Producers
Producers who already make beats but want to improve their creativity, sound, arrangement and workflow.
Aspiring Professionals
Producers who want to understand how to work with artists and move from making beats to creating professional records.
Who This Is NOT For
This program is not designed for people looking for a quick shortcut.
You should be prepared to:
Your progress depends on what you do with what you learn.
Cohort Structure
What You Receive
Founding Cohort
Payment plans may be available for selected students.
The standard program fee will be reviewed after the founding cohort.
Only 6 Students Per Cohort
We intentionally keep the academy small.
A smaller class allows for:
Once the six seats are filled, applications close.
Application Process
Complete the application form.
Tell us about your current experience and what you want to achieve.
Your application is reviewed.
Selected applicants receive admission and payment instructions.
Secure your place and prepare for the cohort.
Applications are not automatically accepted simply because the form is submitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous production experience?
No. The foundation program is designed to accommodate beginners.
Which DAW do I need?
You should have access to a DAW such as FL Studio, Logic Pro, Ableton Live or another supported music-production platform.
Do I need my own laptop?
Having your own laptop is strongly recommended because production practice outside class is an important part of the program.
Will I receive one-on-one training?
The program is cohort-based, but students receive individual feedback and practical guidance throughout the program.
How many students are in each class?
A maximum of six students.
Where does the program take place?
All physical classes take place at Hitxlab Studio.
Is accommodation provided?
No. Hitxlab Academy is a studio-based program and does not include accommodation or residential services.
Are meals included?
No.
Can I join if I already know how to make beats?
Yes. The program includes intermediate production development, arrangement, recording, mixing, industry knowledge and professional workflow.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. Students who complete the program and final project receive a Hitxlab Academy certificate of completion.
Can I pay in installments?
Payment-plan availability will be stated for each cohort.