Having a music studio in your home may seem like a dream, but it’s actually not that difficult to accomplish. A studio may make it easier for you to practice with your band, and when done well, studios can allow you to create quality demos and recordings. Plus, with a studio in your home, you’ll […]
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For locals traveling across the country, one of the more common responses to stating that they live in Boise, Idaho tends to go something like this: “Oh, Iowa?” Or, “Ohio, that sounds nice.” It can be a bit of a sore subject for many Idahoans, being mistaken for more eastern but similarly named states, especially
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Have you ever dreamed of strumming a guitar, tickling the ivories, or belting out a tune on the saxophone? Retirement is the perfect time to turn that dream into reality. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to be a child prodigy to learn an instrument. There are many reasons why retirement is the prime
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Have you ever had a song stuck in your head? One day you might be walking down the street and find yourself humming your favorite tune, wondering what it is that makes that song so catchy. Chances are this part was the chorus of the song, the part that sums up the meaning and gets
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Well, there are a lot of classic pinball machines that have a great selection of music, and many of them even play the most epic parts of the featured albums when you get a big score or you enter a multi-ball mode. When I think about the pinball machines that I played when I was
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2025 showed us one thing: Spotify algorithms have become smarter, there are more curators, and the competition is fiercer. If previously it was enough to just drop a track and hope for the best, now you need to play by new rules. Submitting music to Spotify playlists in 2026 is no longer a lottery, but
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Musicians on tour deal with a lot even before they hit the stage. Flights get late, gear gets busted, and setup takes forever. For many artists, especially those flying far away or into the States for festivals, using a backline cuts down on stress big time. It gives them a safe place to play without
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Learning guitar: The path of least resistance When I first picked up the guitar, I learned scales, chords, even whole albums, just for the fun of it. Today, I simply don’t have the time. I gave up on the four-hour+ daily practice regimes almost immediately after I started, deciding I didn’t need or want to
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It’s not always about leveling up for your resume — sometimes, it’s just about finding a new rhythm. Learning something unfamiliar can stir up energy that daily life quietly drains away. Whether you’re stuck in a routine or just hungry for fresh input, starting a new hobby can reroute your focus in powerful ways. You
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