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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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Alan Partridge: Stratagem Review
Alan Partridge: Stratagem. Steve Coogan’s most loved alter-ego takes to the stage in a multi-media, motivational extravaganza, steering us through the minefield of modern-day issues such as diversity and mental health. But is it any good? Alan Partridge is my hero Disclaimer. I love Alan Partridge. My favorite comedy character of all time, who’s frequently…
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Dad Diaries: No Worries
It’s been 8 and a half years since I first became a dad and almost 3 years since the last dad diary update. Is it finally getting easier? It’ll get easier they said, give it a couple more years, I waited and waited. Nothing. 3 years ago, I’ll admit I was in a dark place,…
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LinkedIn Company Page Launched!
I’ve now set up a LinkedIn company page, which will allow easier connection to contributors, companies, and any other interested parties. I’ll keep this short but sweet. Please check out the page below. https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-blogging-musician I hope to build on this in the coming months, having already begun to connect with like-minded people and companies that…
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5 Things You Must Know About The Arabic Oud
The Arabic oud is the most well-known variety of oud instruments, and it is sometimes referred to as the “king of Arabic instruments.” It’s popular in the Middle East, Northern Africa, the Mediterranean, and Spain for its romantic, rich, and deep tone. The country of origin for the Arabic oud is a point of contention.…
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Low-Wattage Valve Guitar Amplifier – 5 Benefits
A Low-wattage valve guitar amplifier: Something I’ve never considered before, but lately, I’ve come to fully appreciate their charms. So what do I mean by a low-wattage valve guitar amplifier? I’m not talking 15 or even 5 watts, still too loud for the neighbours in the world of valves. I’m talking 1 watt or less,…
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The Top 5 Products You Should Buy To Increase Music Creation Quality
There’s never been a better time to get into music creation. There is a vast range of powerful music creation tools available. All you really need to produce great music these days is a computer and a few other accessories. So what else do you need to make some fantastic music? This article lists five important…
