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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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Is a Music Degree Worth the Investment?
Aspiring musicians often face a tough choice: pursue a formal music degree or take a different path. With rising tuition costs and uncertain job prospects, it’s not always clear if college is the best option. Explore the role of music education in the U.S., weighing its pros and cons while learning about alternative ways to…
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Sunshine and Learning: Crafting the Perfect Summer for Your Child
With summer just around the corner, the longer days and warmer weather offer a perfect opportunity to engage your children in a variety of stimulating and enjoyable activities. This season is an ideal time to blend fun with educational experiences that not only entertain but also contribute to your child’s growth and learning. From science…
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The Sound of Lytham: How Technology Shapes an Unforgettable Festival Experience
Lytham Festival isn’t just about the music—it’s about the atmosphere, the energy, and the seamless experience that keeps thousands of attendees coming back year after year. Behind the scenes, cutting-edge technology ensures that everything runs smoothly, from security and communication to immersive audio and dazzling stage effects. Precision in Communication A festival the size of…
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Tips to Ensure Your Music Lessons Are a Success in 2025
Whether you are learning an instrument for the first time or are returning to the hobby, taking music lessons can- and should- be a huge commitment. Simply attending the lessons alone is unlikely to make you a maestro of your chosen instrument. Then, here are some of the steps you can take to ensure your…
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How to Play Jazz Using Chord Families
The use of chord families to play jazz is a great tool to understand and use. Just the understanding of chord families in a jazz context can really help us improve our playing, particularly our comping and improvising. There is a reason why the same chords keep showing up together in many different songs. Most…
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The 6 Best Microphones For Recording Acoustic Guitar
You might have the best, most beautiful sounding acoustic guitar but still get crappy recordings. Nothing is more frustrating. No, the problem might not be your mic placement. You’ve probably already mastered how to record acoustic guitar, so don’t start questioning your engineering skills. And your recording space could be treated perfectly. You see, the…
