Tag: Acoustic Guitar
COVID Conspiracy: Official Music Video
COVID Conspiracy is a new song by Harson Robkus, our first in 10 years, and is accompanied by our debut music video, which is premiering TONIGHT on YouTube (10/12/2021) at 9 pm UK time. *EDIT The video is now LIVE! Who are Harson Robkus? COVID Conspiracy is written, produced and performed by Harson Robkus, who…
10 Secret Songwriting Tips for Beginners
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#1 : The Secrets of Songwriting First the bad news. I’ve been writing (mostly guitar-orientated) songs for over 20 years now, and there are no secrets. No short-cuts I can share with you that’ll transform you into a hit-maker overnight. I can’t plant an idea into your head and I don’t even believe songwriting is…
Are more expensive guitars worth the money?
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How does the law of diminishing returns manifest itself in the world of guitars? Quite frequently and severely! Let’s explore in detail… What is the law of diminishing returns? In guitar terms, this means the more money you spend on a guitar, the less benefit you get, on a diminishing scale. Take an easy example:…
Are you a musician that wants to grow on YouTube?
Growing a solid fanbase is not easy. Posting your music on various social media sites will not instantly give you the rewards that you deserve. With the right tips, tricks and strategies you can maximize the results and build up a solid fanbase. You can also generate more income, if that is part of your…
Harson Robkus – Premiering Live on YouTube TOMORROW!
Here we go folks! What could very well be the world’s first ever live acoustic gig of original songs dedicated to the canny toon o’ North Shields (our home town) will be premiering on YouTube at 9pm tomorrow, Friday, 30th July 2021 !!! Live from the allotment shed! We want to make it as interactive…
Live recording is the new gigging
I’ve already expressed why I haven’t missed gigging. In fact, I’ve since discovered the new medium of live recording, which has the potential of reaching a much larger audience, as well as providing that intimate, immediate buzz of the live stage. This week, Harson Robkus are premiering our first live recording. An acoustic mini-gig of…
Should I Learn on Acoustic or Electric Guitar First?
Acoustic or Electric? In my opinion, the answer to this age-old question is: Learn on acoustic guitar first. Let me explain why… Before I start, DISCLAIMER! This is my own personal opinion. Many have started their guitar-playing journey on an electric guitar (including me), instantly falling in love with the addictive sound of too-loud distorted…
Why Should I Learn Guitar?
10 BIG reasons why you should learn guitar rather than any other instrument. 1. Learn guitar: It’s inexpensive You could easily pick up a beaten up second-hand acoustic and learn guitar for less than £50, or even better, just borrow one from a friend to see if learning guitar is for you. If you want…