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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Jun 21 2011

JLo- The Evergreen singer

JLo is one among the best singers of all time

Nov 25 2009

The Cat Empire: The Best Live Band You’ll Ever See

Depending on your tastes, you may never have heard of The Cat Empire. They are by no means underground, but they’re not exactly chat toppers (although they’re pretty successful in their native Australia). Anyway, I have only seen them once live. It was summer this year. Summer is the perfect time for them to play…their [...]

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Aug 19 2009

Lipgloss 8 year anniversary party (Denver)

Lipgloss Eight Year Anniversary w/ Guest DJ Thieves Like Us * La Rumba * 99 W. 9th Ave * Denver, Colorado * NO COVER! * 6/26/2009 *http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=94455353845&ref=mfEight Magical Years has Tyler and Michael brought us magic and frolick on the floors of La Rumba and Denver downtown. So tonight’s their birthday bash for a proud [...]

Jun 12 2009

Ariana Saraha and Friends at Beltania 2009

Ariana Saraha and Friendshttp://www.arianasaraha.com/ An amazing concert performance with Ariana mesmerizing her audience with an angelic voice, blending in rhythms of the Middle East, Celtic lore, Flamenco flavor, pop sensibility, traditional yet funky soulsong. Her presence was stunning and magical. Her friday night performance at Beltania on May 8th brought a unique spirit to the [...]

May 19 2009

Big John Bates & the Voodoo Dolls (4/22/09 – Denver)

Big John Bates Big John Bates and the Voodoo Dollswww.bigjohnbates.comFrom Vancouver, British Columbia~ BANGTOWN 2009 WORLD TOUR ~ Performance in Denver, Colorado at the Three Kings Tavern * 60 S Broadway * Denver, CO 80209 * Night two and the finale of Big John Bates and the Voodoo Dolls in Colorado on tour this year [...]

Mar 13 2009

Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom (Denver, Colorado)

Requiem in Black Cervantes Masterpiece Theater/Ballroom * 2637 Welton Street, Denver, CO 80205 * 303.297.1772 * http://www.cervantesmasterpiece.com/Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom is a spectacular little concert hall in the heart of historic Five points in downtown Denver. A two-floor venue with a main dance/concert floor, stage, tables, and booths; upstairs being a wrap-around balcony with tables, chairs, [...]

May 25 2008

Carmen McRae

Better than new jazz are the old classics that deserve tribute.  And, one that is often left out of the loop that shouldn’t be is Carmen McRae. This jazz artist is one that took the world of jazz by storm with her lower alto and thick, deep voice.  Her arrangements, as well as her capability [...]

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