Reminiscing John Lennon’s Final Interview
On a dark evening of December 8, 1980, the music world was shocked to hear the untimely assassination of Beatles legend John Lennon by Mark David Chapman. Hours before the Lennon death, RKO Radio Network DJ Dave Sholin and his crew had an exclusive final interview with the Beatles icon. In commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Lennon assassination, Y101 Always First provides an in-depth look on the people’s reactions on the legacy he left behind.
Pioneer PL-990 Turntable – You Must Read This Before BuyingLooking for a new turntable? The Pioneer PL-990 Turntable is a sleek looking fully automatic turntable. This great sounding unit is easy to operate and is plug and play right out of the box. This review covers all the features and the good and bad. A must read before you buy.
Don’t Buy Sonic Producer Until You Read This – Get All the Facts HereSonic Producer blew me away! There is simply no other way to describe it. Being die hard user of a high dollar software DAW package, I just knew there was no way a $29 piece of software could deliver the high quality professional results I was looking for. Well, I was wrong. As much as I hate to admit it, Sonic Producer rocked me. Get all the information here on this amazing product before you buy.
Santana Returns to AustraliaThe legendary guitarist Carlos Santana will be getting to the land down under during the month of March in 2011. Beginning with two shows in Jakarta, Indonesia, Santana and band will then depart for New Zealand and Australia. He is scheduled to play six shows in Australia and two shows in New Zealand between March 13th and 26th.
Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam Set to Tour Australia SoloIf you were around in the nineties, then you know that Pearl Jam were a huge thing. While Australia and the US both have their own rock and pop scenes, Pearl Jam’s appeal was pretty well universal. Nirvana was all about youthful angst and apathy while Pearl Jam was a little more ambitious, setting their sights on a deeper kind of angst, an existential honesty.
Don’t Buy DUBturbo Until You Read This – Get All the Facts HereDUBturbo rocks! There is simply no other way to describe it. Being an avid supporter of one of the high dollar software DAW packages, I just knew there was no way a $29 piece of software could deliver professional results like I was looking for. Well, I was wrong. Read this to get all the facts.
Music Studio Equipment for the NoviceDo you have dreams about starting your own rock band? Want to learn the guitar but don’t know the first thing about chords? Even the most inexperienced musician can create a home studio for jamming, recording, and experimenting without much knowledge. You might think you need a bunch of fancy music studio equipment to make it happen, but you really only need a few basics to get started. If you’re headed to the music store, keep these tips in mind:
Kings of Leon to Return to AustraliaWidely acclaimed and continuing to evolve musically, Australians will get to enjoy the latest offerings from The Kings of Leon when the band returns to Australia in 2011. With four albums now under their belt, Kings Of Leon will open their Aussie tour on 6 March 2011 at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) in Brisbane. The tour will also include two shows in Sydney at the Acer Arena on Tuesday and Thursday, 8th and 10th.
The Daughter of Pop MusicBorn Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta March twenty eight, 1986, she is now referred to as Lady Gaga all over the entire planet. G’s acquired fame came not to long ago, right after she dropped her 1st project Fame in August of 2008. On this lp she composed the music chart leading pop-single “Just Dance,” and this tune pushed her in to stardom. Her exceptional stage name originates from music producer Rob Fusari. Every day, when Stefani came to the studio, he played the Queen Track “Radio Ga Ga.” The name Lady Gaga was created completely by accident, when Rob emailed her a text message which was intended to be named “Radio Ga Ga,” but the smartphone automatically changed it to Lady. So the stage name Lady Gaga came to be. Germanotta refused to remain being called by her first name from there on, and is going solely by the name Lady Gaga at this moment, and presents herself as Gaga.
Learning How to Loop With GarageBand LoopsIf you’re a singer, songwriter, or musician, you’ve probably heard of GarageBand. This is a computer program that allows you to create, master, and mix songs without needing a whole lot of musical skills. As long as you have a computer, you can make beats like the pros. Using GarageBand loops, you can construct songs by adding, editing, and building on different loops. How does this process work? Here are the basic steps to get started
Ukulele Carrying Cases and Gig BagsProper caring and storing for a ukulele is important in keeping its appearance and tuning over its lifetime. Extreme temperature can have disastrous affects on the condition of the ukulele. Having a quality made hardshell case or gig bag is a wise investment in protecting your valuable ukulele. The article discusses how carrying cases and gig bags can protect your ukulele.
How to Connect a M-Audio MIDI to Your Computer for Playing MusicNowadays, it’s easy for practically anyone to set up a home recording studio with just a few pieces of equipment. As long as you have a working computer, some kind of instrument, and a MIDI controller you can rock out. Here are the steps to connecting an M-Audio MIDI to your PC or Mac so you can make and record music.
Choosing the Best Computer Audio Interface for Mac UsersIf you have a Mac, you know that your computer is designed to process massive amounts of information quickly and easily. One of the greatest things about Macs is the user-friendly component – you don’t have to be a computer genius to figure one out. But when it comes to picking a computer audio interface for your Mac, what do you need to know? Here are some things to keep in mind as you get started.
Sufjan Stevens BiographySufjan Stevens is considered by many music fans and journalists to be among the most diverse and talented musicians to emerge on the indie scene at the turn of the millennium. He is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who is known for layered arrangements, literate lyrics, and a DIY approach to recording and producing his albums (which he releases via his own label, Asthmatic Kitty Records).
Country Music FestivalAre you planning to attend a country music festival this year? Read on to find out more about some of the best in the nation.