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Featured Articles
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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…
Latest Articles
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COVID Diary : All for Nothing?
I’ve hopefully articulated on these pages how tough the last 18 months have been, but a couple of things happened recently that got me thinking: Was the cause really anything to do with COVID after all? As we approach Freedom Day tomorrow (19th July 2021), and numbers are once again on the increase, have we…
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Amazing Whales – 9 Best Locations to Spot Them
With over 80 different species of whales, it should not come as a surprise that this mammal can be found all over the world. If you’re fond of these animals famous for their intelligence and complex social behavior, you probably know that there are five species that are critically endangered and that many more are…
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How to Fund Your Music Career
If you’re passionate and dedicated to a career in music, the last thing you want to be is a “starving artist.” Unfortunately, many independent musicians struggle to make enough money for everyday expenses, including rent. In a 2019 Vulture interview, indie music veteran singer-songwriter Cass McCombs said, “I don’t really understand how any musician can…
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The 7 Best Online Music Lessons
Given how much the world has changed over the past year, I’m sure you won’t be surprised to know that nowadays you can learn to sing or learn how to play every kind of instrument, from the comfort of your own home. There are a host of great online music learning platforms and courses on…
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The Blogging Musician Shop is now OPEN!
Visit my brand new shop today! Part of my journey with The Blogging Musician has been the self-publication of original music and books. The Shop page is their new home. Check it out today, and thank you for your support.
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Reducing Your Environmental Impact As A Travelling Musician
Although finding the nearest recycling bin may not be your first priority when you’re travelling to your next gig, the impact of touring musicians on the environment can be significant. While some established bands can afford to renounce touring altogether, others are finding ways to offset carbon emissions and minimise waste pollution even as they are driving…
