The idea that music can have a beneficial impact on plants continues to be debated, not only in the scientific community, but among the general population. With that said, there are many gardeners who swear by the idea that music can help plants thrive. In addition, through the years, there have been scientific studies that […]
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You’ve worked your butt off to get to here; been writing songs like crazy, found a way to record a demo, reached out to a venue, and got that sweet, sweet message back that you’re on the bill. Now what do you do? Unless you were an emergency add-on and the gig is tomorrow, you’ve
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By Shawn Leonhard for Guitar Tricks and 30 Day Singer. If you like blues guitar or any styles of early rock then you are likely a fan of B.B. King! His string bends, vibrato, and staccato picking of his self-made blues scales left a mark on music history and many fans who wished to emulate
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Guitars have been around for ages. Such an instrument is one of the reasons why we’re able to recognize legends such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Jimmy Page who have stamped their names in the music industry for their stellar and iconic performances with their guitars. Their talents are branded as gold, and most
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Social media has been a godsend for just about any industry that benefits from a marketing campaign, and one of those industries is music. Music and promotion go hand-in-hand, so much so that many believe the music industry is over saturated. Shameless promotions from bad musicians may get them seen, but if you’re like me
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Invaluable tips and insight for working cover bands There are many types of bands out there. You have original bands, cover bands, tribute bands, etc. Within those categories are subcategories like hobbyists, working musicians, etc. I’ve met plenty of different players. Some are young guys just trying to gain experience and have fun. Some are
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By Thompson Crowley The first part of the song-writing process begins with the basics (for me): a pen, a piece of paper, and a guitar. Some stray thought which has been lingering in the back of your mind; some subtle melody which softly ripples through your body and up to your tongue. It starts so
In the age of streaming and downloads, CDs might seem like a relic of the past. But for many music lovers, owning physical copies remains a deeply rewarding experience. While digital music offers undeniable convenience, CDs provide a unique connection to the music you love. They transcend mere digital files; they are tangible objects you
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Introducing That’s in Shields: A new song by North Shields songwriting duo Harson Robkus. Check it out now! Who are Harson Robkus? Harson Robkus are Adam Harkus (that’s me!) and Dave Robson, a songwriting duo from North Shields, England. You can check out all our music here. We’ve been in bands and written music for
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