Mixing and Mastering Tip #007

Using a little sidechain compression within individual elements (Drums -> Synth/sample, etc) can really help your sounds cut through your mix (Post EQ.) EQ should definitely be the first thing you reach for, but if you are still having issues a little sidechain goes really far. I've experimented with it on my own, it's been recommended to me by many people, it's almost a common practice it seems.