Best Songs About Cars

Songs about cars seem to be a staple in music. Here are a few of the top hits.

Mixing And Mastering Tools And FL Studio’s Part

When it comes to mixing and mastering audio there are many tips, tricks, and techniques that many audio engineers use in the music production world. With the options of using external equipment, digital software, or both it is clear that there is no set way to mixing and mastering sound. The future of music production is now here and, slowly, external tools are becoming increasingly more obsolete.

How To Get Killer Heavy Metal Guitar Tone

Have you ever wondered how your rock heroes get their guitars to sound the way they do? Here are some tips that will get you closer to that elusive sound, that Killer Tone.

What to Look for in New York Live Music Venues

In New York, live music is king. There are many choices for venues, and choosing the right one will spell a good time. This article discusses some things to look for in a live music venue.

The Best Guitarists Of All Time

Coming up with a list of the best guitarists of all time can be a challenging task! I am going to give it my best shot!

Violins of Italy: The Testore Family and the Great Violin Making Traditions

Italian violins from the 18th Century and earlier are much sought after, commanding some very high prices for the top names. Some stand out more than others, most notably Stradivarius, Guanarius and Amati. After these and a few other Cremonese names there are a number of leading lights that originate from Milan. This articles casts the spotlight on one of these, the Testore family and how it illustrates the decline of the great violin making traditions that occurred across the generations during the latter part of the 18th Century.

Live Albums: For When You Can’t Afford the Concert

Few things are more thrilling than being in the middle of an exceptionally rowdy concert. The tidal energy, the ocean of sound, the wave of sweat from people who are far more into the band than you are: these are the things that make concerts such attractive events. But what if you don’t have the income to spend buckets of cash on a concert? For teenagers, college students, or, in my case, people who just can’t manage money all that well, the answer lies in the live album.

Avoid the Music Burnout

Today’s world is all about getting things done quickly. In this fast paced world, one should remind themselves to slow down, take it easy, and avoid the music burnout. Your body and career will thank you.

What It Takes to Become a Professional Opera Singer

When you see an opera singer on stage, regardless of whether he or she is performing in an opera at an opera house, in an opera gala or at a beautiful wedding, it looks like incredible fun, the perfect career. Add to that the gorgeous costumes, it also seems very glamorous. The reality is in fact completely different. We will take a look at what it really takes to become a professional opera singer, and what reality is often like.

Calypso and Lord Kitchener

The music of the Caribbean has influenced all sorts of music down through the ages. None has proved more influential than calypso and one of its seminal figures Lord Kitchener. Here’s some sentences which talk about him further.

Four Of The Hottest Bands In New Country Music

In the past few years great new talent has been exploding more than ever before on the country music scene. These shining newcomers have been topping the charts right along with the legends of the business. Below are four of the hottest bands in new country music.

The Rising Fad of Popular Country Songs

There’s many popular country songs in America today. The top themes include love, working class, dreams, days and nights on the town, tragedy and cultural pride to name a few.

I Get a Kick Out of Cullum

Just recently I’ve become hooked on Jamie Cullum. I mean, what’s not to love? He’s a jazzy, poppy, bluesy dude who covers everyone from Rihanna to Jeff Buckley and he also covers old standards such as “I Only Have Eyes For You” and “I Get a Kick Out of You.” But he’s not just your standard cover artist. His original songs hold their own. He sings, plays piano and guitar and sometimes provides his own beat on the drums. If you haven’t given this talented Brit a chance, I suggest that you do. He’s got a little something for everyone.

Think You Have A Hit Song?

Ever wonder why some songs are hits? Is it that they are written well? Is it that they are marketed well? Either way, you can write a hit song. Having great resources and tools to both write great songs and get them published is crucial…

Getting an Audience for Minority Music Events in Smaller Towns

Generate local interest in minority music by taking a more personal approach to promotion. Here’s a simple way to promote jazz, reggae, blues and folk by reaching out a hand in the community – literally!