Here’s the situation. You play in a band. You’re awesome (you think). But you need to get your name out there, break out of the local circuit and start earning the big bucks and the other spoils which go along with the life of an international rock star.
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Karaoke is a global, unstoppable phenomenon whether one likes it or not. All over the world people descend on karaoke nights to give their best, often painful rendition of their favourite songs. But are there some songs that should just never be attempted? Unless of course you do happen to be Mariah Carey or a professional musician which while very plausible is not going to account for 99.9% of people.
Logos are great marketing tools that can make virtually any product instantly recognizable. That product includes rock bands. Think about it: if you saw a logo with a pair of lips and a red tongue hanging out, would you not immediately know it was the Rolling Stones’ logo? A great logo, like a great band, is memorable and timeless. Here are our picks for the coolest band logos of all time.
There were a lot of popular and/or groundbreaking albums that came out in 2011, and I’m sure there were a few that slipped under the cracks of your wide musical tastes and selections.
Here are a few that stood out to me in the review of albums that came out in 2011. Read more…
The Miami Winter Music Conference (or ‘WMC’) is an annual festival of dance music that takes place each year under the warm Miami sun. The conference first began in 1985 but since then has grown to become one of the most respected events on the dance music scene. The WMC provides an opportunity for some serious networking for dance music insiders, as well as the chance to gain valuable exposure for those who are looking to make their mark on the scene. While the event has become incredibly popular with producers, DJs, promoters and record label insiders from the US, a good proportion of the 300,000 attendees are made up of visitors from overseas, particularly countries like the UK, France and Spain. Read more…
There are many music videos that feature driving or an automotive theme. However, these are the five best that have ever been done. Sometimes, there isn’t even “driving” per se, but there is the “car theme” that makes the video cool to watch.
5. Billy Ocean “Get Outta My Dreams”
Going to a concert is a great way of experiencing your favorite music. There is truly nothing like being able to see the members of favorite band playing their best and most classic songs live and in the flesh. However, concert tickets can sometimes seem grossly inflated or unfairly expensive to many people. Don’t let the cost of tickets keep you from the joys of music! Instead, simply take some time to find ways to save money on your tickets. Follow these tips to save yourself big cash on tickets.
Music is a source of joy for many people, but actually singing can cause some people distress and embarrassment. Although singing on pitch and with clear, strong vocal timbre comes more naturally to some people, everyone has the ability to sing in a pleasing manner. The trick is to apply yourself properly. Singing, just like reading or writing, is a skill that requires plenty of practice in order to be done right. It’s never too late to learn how to improve the quality of your singing. Read more…
11/11/11 has been proclaimed “Nigel Tufnel Day” in homage of his blisteringly loud custom guitar amps that “go to eleven.” To celebrate this glorious day of Heavy Metal and Rock n’ Roll, lets take a moment to crank up the volume and celebrate 11 of the all-time greatest bands to listen to with the volume at eleven!
Christmas is a time of year that brings together many different types of people. So many holidays are celebrated during this time that it can simply be referred to as the “holiday” season. We have Christmas, Ramadan and Hanukkah. One thing that drives some of us nuts is the ever present use of the same Christmas music over and over again. This music can be annoying if its presented too often or if it’s too schmaltzy. However, here we’ve compiled five Christmas albums that may interest even the most hardened Christmas music hater.
The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album
Beach Boys Christmas
