The realization that a hit song could be used to recut a new hit song is not exactly brain science. And while some bands choose to fly under the cover, striking familiar chords to a new set of lyrics (i.e. Nirvana’s, “Smells Like Teen Spirit” versus Boston’s, “More Than a Feeling”), others choose what could […]
Cool Tech For Music on the Go
July 18, 2018 by
Music on the go can mean a smartphone and a pair of headphones, or it can become a statement of sophistication, style, and your dedication to the arts. Enjoying your favorite tunes should a combination of portability, convenience, sound quality, and battery longevity. And if you’re lacking in any one of these departments, you can […]
3 Things Every Man Should Know, According to the Beautiful Jean Watts
November 29, 2017 by
She’s had a pretty good year, traveling, posting photos, releasing her “Blow” video earlier this past summer, and a new single that just came out earlier this month on SoundCloud called “Die Young”. But we know that this year is only the beginning of bigger and better things to come. Jean Watts is a talented artist, a popular […]
How Horror Film Music is Made – Inside the Nightmare Machine
August 9, 2017 by
Some call it the “apprehension engine,” while others would say a more appropriate name is the nightmare machine. Appearing more like a medieval torture device, the nightmare machine is a musical instrument commissioned by movie composer Mark Korven and built by Tony Duggan-Smith to create horror film scores like nothing you’ve ever heard. Most horror film […]
Manspiration – Audiophile Pursuits
July 9, 2017 by
A man’s castle should allow him to unwind, and from the comfort of his surroundings there is also the ambience. Having a proper stereo setup isn’t always about spending a year’s salary, and depending what you’re in the market for, audiophile quality is still within reach. Keep in mind that beyond your components, the speakers […]
5 Must-Have Items for a Home Music Studio
September 12, 2016 by
Whether you’re a vocalist or even part of a band, the next big step to taking your music to the next level is investing in a music studio. While some people rent out studios, it’s more convenient to have one right in your home. If you’re serious about your music, playing in the garage just […]
Inside Story Behind the Chuck Norris Music Video by Laura Michelle
July 8, 2016 by
Chuck Norris has a hot new video on YouTube. And no, it does not star Bruce Lee or Donald Trump… but rather, singer-songwriter Laura Michelle. Laura does a brilliant job of reenacting her life’s story in just under 4-minutes in this new music video that guest stars Chuck Norris, a pink toilet and a burning […]
Being Salvador Santana – His Music, Superpowers and Best Advice
January 22, 2016 by
We’ve often wondered what it would be like to play the keyboard, publish many albums, win a Grammy, shoot the breeze with Herbie Hancock and jam with your father who’s a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. It must be good to be Salvador Santana – but we didn’t know just how good. So we […]
Singer/Songwriter Heather Bright On Taking Risks, Healing People and Geeking Out
January 6, 2016 by
With a popular debut single “Runaway” featuring 3LAU and debut album due out in early 2016, singer/songwriter Heather Bright is well on her way to stardom. We had a chance to catch up with Heather recently and talk about taking risks, healing people through music and geeking out. Not only is Heather one of the […]
Vinny Turns Your Vinyl Records Into Living Art
December 30, 2015 by
Vinyl records are like artwork in more ways than one… And while not everyone recognizes this, Vinny certainly does. Who’s this Vinny character, anyway? Well, he’s a bit of a traditionalist. He prefers his music smooth, his Gin Portland 33, and evenings off. He has no desire to keep his record collection in a box […]