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Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review: Worth it in 2026?
Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review. Is this the best affordable Les Paul you can buy? Before we get into it, let’s look at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s specs. The Les Paul™ Standard 60s models from Epiphone’s new Inspired by Gibson™ Collection recreate the sound of 1960s era Les Pauls. Featuring a classic…
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The Golden Age of the Video Game Arcade: 1987
Welcome back to 1987, with this year’s long list of classic arcade games being impossible to detail in a single article. Here are some of my favourites. 1987 was a turning point for me and my fascination with the video game arcade. It had been a place of comfort for a good chunk of my…
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BOSS Katana 50 Guitar Amplifier Review
The BOSS Katana 50 Guitar Amplifier IS the best guitar-related purchase I’ve ever made. Why? Let me explain. Is the BOSS Katana 50 loud enough to gig with? The question that everyone’s asking. Simple answer… ABSOLUTELY!. That’s on the 50W mode, clean channel, gain just less than half, volume the same, and master maxed. In…
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Goa : A Lesson In Life – Second Edition. Out NOW!
A BIG day! Originally realised back in 2017. My debut book, Goa : A Lesson in Life receives a long-overdue edit, professional cover, long-lost images, and an extra chapter, bringing my story to a close and up to date. So, what’s it all about? Back in August 2006, I visited Goa, India. A trip that…
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Best Maui Snorkeling Spots for Beginners and Families
Few experiences match the wonder of slipping beneath Maui’s crystal-clear waters to discover a vibrant underwater world of colorful fish, graceful sea turtles, and stunning coral formations. Maui snorkeling consistently ranks among the world’s best, drawing visitors from across the globe to explore its remarkable marine ecosystems. For beginners and families, finding the right spot…
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Hotone Ampero Mini Review — Is This Mini Pedal Worth It?
The Hotone Ampero Mini is one of the smallest guitar multi-effects units on the market. But can it really do it all? Initially, I purchased the Hotone Ampero Mini (a bargain at £150) to integrate it into my existing setup of analogue overdrive pedals into the front end of an amp (in this case, my…
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How Streamers Use Sound Buttons to Connect with Their Audiences
Imagine watching your favorite streamer and hearing the perfect sound effect play just as something exciting happens, a victory fanfare after a big win, or a funny “oops” when they mess up. These moments feel magical because the sound mirrors your emotions as a viewer. It’s not random, it’s a strategy. Sound buttons, or soundboards,…
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7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Taking Care of Your Violin
Looking after a violin isn’t rocket science, but I’ve seen plenty of players—beginners and experienced alike—make some pretty avoidable mistakes that can damage their instruments or affect sound quality. Whether you’re a weekend hobbyist or a serious student, avoiding these common pitfalls will keep your violin sounding great and save you money on repairs down…
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Cloud Gaming In Britain: When Your Broadband Becomes Your Console
For years, cloud gaming sounded like a tech demo in search of an audience. In 2026 it is starting to look like a viable way to play. Instead of a console humming under the telly, your games run in distant data centres and stream to your phone, TV, laptop or handheld. Britain is a natural…
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From TikTok to Spotify: How to Turn Viral Clips Into Real Streams in 2026
From TikTok to Streams: Building Funnels that Actually Grow Your Spotify Play The Problem: Viral on TikTok, Quiet on Spotify You post a TikTok, it blows up, comments go crazy… and then you check Spotify and see almost nothing. Maybe a small spike, maybe nothing at all. This gap is normal. TikTok now has well…
