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…
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…
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
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Everyone knows that choosing the right music is the secret to making a party go with a bang. It’s all about creating the right atmosphere and energy – decorations and drinks will go some way towards it, but what you really need is tunes that will get people moving.
Halloween parties are no exception. You’ve got to make people feel at ease (since it’s easy to feel self-conscious in a cat suit and fake whiskers, after all), while getting in the spooky vibe.
You want to make sure there are plenty of tracks to get people on to the dance floor and some of those horror classics to set everyone suitably on edge. Read more…
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As one of the most well known musical spots in England, Brighton is a shining star among cities in the UK. The musical influences that have come out of this area, and continue to thrive is amazing. Doing a little bit of research, you can find entire webpages dedicated to the bands that frequently play at the bars that dot the Brighton landscape. The list starts with the more traditional classic cover bands, but quickly moves into punk and even the gothic and industrial sounds.
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You are standing on the edge and waiting for the perfect moment to start your downhill. You look down at your MP3 player of choice and slide through your playlists, looking for the set that is going to bring you from the top of the mountain or edge of the pipe, and make you forget where you are for just a few minutes. The right set-list blasting in your ears is going to make you live your own music video, where choosing the wrong songs is going to be distracting.
20. Mindy Smith – Jolene (Dolly Parton)
If you scour the internet for these sorts of lists you will see “Jolene” pop up a million times, but never next to Mindy Smith’s name. I love the White Stripes and all, but Mindy Smith has a voice that is just dripping with vulnerability and a sweet sort of sadness that takes this song to a whole new level.
