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 […]
Harson Robkus – Premiering Live on YouTube TOMORROW! Read Post »
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
Live recording is the new gigging Read Post »
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
The 7 Best Online Music Lessons Read Post »
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.
The Blogging Musician Shop is now OPEN! Read Post »
Composer, teacher, and app designer Julian Wright designed iReadGuitar as a simple and efficient learning tool for anyone who wishes to learn to read music and play the guitar. On the surface, iReadGuitar is a clean application with little to no distractions. There are no distracting ads, few things to click, no menus or buttons.
iReadGuitar Review Read Post »
I just wanted to say a massive thank you to all our fantastic contributors. Yesterday, we hit 20 blog contributors, a milestone I never thought possible when I started out five years ago. So thank you one and all for making The Blogging Musician what it is today! It’s no longer just about Guitar reviews,
Celebrating 20 Fantastic Contributors! Read Post »
Suppose you love your Katana amp, but also love your Line 6 Helix. What’s the best way to use them together? That’s exactly the question that has popped up on forums and social media groups for a few years now. What you’ll need: • Line 6 Helix (floor, LT, or Stomp.)• Boss Katana Head (This can also
Using a Boss Katana Head with a Line 6 Helix Read Post »
Live performances come with many important pieces that all have to fall into place. Everyone has to practice their song parts. We have to set up the stage efficiently and neatly. If you have a light/sound tech, they might need to take notes regarding each song’s necessities. The most important thing? The setlist. Nothing is
The Importance of a Setlist for Cover Bands. Read Post »
For the past 10 years, my guitar playing has focused on live covers while my songwriting has been purely solo material. However, shortly after the re-emergence of Harson Robkus, I’ve already had a bit of a musical moment. Let me explain. The joy of Solo Songwriting. Before I get into collaborative songwriting, I’d like to
The Synergy of Collaborative Songwriting. Read Post »
