Nov 1 2011

The Importance of Paradiddles

Paradiddles are a four count drumming technique. The counts are even, with the right hand hitting first, then the left, then the right hand hitting twice more. The next paradiddle is reversed, with the left hand hitting first, then the right hand, then the left hand hitting twice more. When I first encountered paradiddles as [...]

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Oct 29 2011

Choosing the Right Drum Sticks

After learning about all the different options available for drum shells, heads, hardware, and cymbals, drum sticks may seem like an easy choice. However, you need to remember that the drum sticks are what connect the player to the drum kit, and what make almost all of the sounds you’ll hear. New drummers need to [...]

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Oct 27 2011

Foo Fighters Concert in Phoenix

A few days ago, I was lucky enough to catch a Foo Fighters show in Phoenix, Arizona. As many people probably know, Dave Grohl, the front man for the Foo Fighters, used to be the drummer for the legendary rock band, Nirvana. Dave now holds his own as the guitarists and singer for his band, [...]

Oct 14 2011

How To Record A Music Demo

If you are a budding musician, then your demo will be your lifeline. Without recording a demo you may have trouble actually getting work. This is because producers and record labels that are interested in working with you will require the ability to hear how you sound on a music demo CD. After all, if [...]

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Oct 14 2011

Uswing YouTube As A Way To Gain Exposure To Your Music

YouTube is one of the most powerful platforms of video distribution in the world. It gives its users the ability to post their own videos, set up their own profile, gain friends, subscribers and even watch and comment on other people’s videos. Categorised by content, it is easy to simply search for a video in [...]

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Oct 14 2011

Are Musical Talent Shows Good For Getting Into The Business?

The rise of talent shows is ever increasing. In countries throughout the world, the popularity of these shows is higher than ever before. With countless teenagers and even older generations hoping for a chance to star in the limelight, the audition process of getting involved in these types of TV shows is phenomenal. Although some [...]

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Jul 20 2011

Rihanna Pays Tribute to Fan Killed in Car Crash

Rihanna has today paid tribute to a young fan of hers who has died listening to her music before crashing her car. The young woman named Karen was just 17 years old when the accident occured on Tuesday night. Rihanna posted a tribute to her Twitter page saying, ‘One of my biggest RihannaNavy fans died [...]

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Jul 18 2011

Bob Marley – The Career of a Legendary Reggae Artist

Bob Marley was born on February 6th 1945 to his Englishman father and black Jamaican mother. His early life centred around learning the welding trade until he met some young childhood friends that would later build success with him. Bob met his friend Bunny Wailer shortly after the death of his father when Bob was [...]

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Jul 18 2011

Beyoncé – Promoting ‘Woman Power’

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles is a powerful young artist with an incredibly soulful voice. As well as being an American R&B recording artist she is also an actress and fashion designer. Her successful husband Jay-Z also owns his own record label ‘Def Jam’. Woman Power In Beyoncé’s years of reign at the top of R&B glory, [...]

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Jul 18 2011

Lady Gaga – The Icon of Today’s Music

Lady Gaga is ultimately the most bizarre artists at this moment in time. Her theatrical stage presence, outrageous outfits, strong voice and successful music have caught the attention of media and fans worldwide. From her first hit ‘Just Dance’ she was made an immediate sensation that gathered her a global following who she calls her [...]

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