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Author :: Barry Hynes  |
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| Article Title :: All About Eminem |
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| Marshall Mathers, was born October 17, 72, and could be by far the most notorious and recognised rap music musicians of this age, having the alias Slimshady. Slim Shady is perhaps best known for being one of the very few influencial white rappers in the hip hop industry, and not only one of the most critically acclaimed.Marshall Mathers is in addition infamous for the controversy with respect to lots of slim shadys controversal lyrics, that has been stated by the critics to be racist, angry and dangerous.First discovered by the legend Dr.Dre, then the long awaited release of the Infinate, his up-to-date set on Shady Aftermath Records, already had leading fans of hip hop exci (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Edward Weiss |
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| Article Title :: How to Play Piano Using a Few Chords |
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| How many chords do you need to create a piece of music? Would you believe that it doesn't really matter and that whole pieces of music have been created using just one chord? For example, if you play a D minor 7 chord, you could use the bass note D to create a drone effect and anchor the whole improvisation. It could last for a few seconds or many minutes.The important thing is were you in the moment when you created it? If you were, then it will be a good piece of music. If you weren't it will be notes in the air without communication. What communicates is your feeling. It's your feeling that gets across through the notes. The notes themselves are meaningless if you are not presen (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Edward Weiss |
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| Article Title :: Common Thoughts That Kill Inspiration |
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| Do you sit down at the piano and feel anxiety or peace? Are you anxious to begin creating or does the thought of being at your instrument bring you a sense of well being? It all begins with what you're telling yourself. If you think that what you are doing is not good enough, it's sure to kill off that quiet little motor of inspiration.The thought of not good enough can put you into a deep freeze. It can stifle creativity and keep you stuck in doubt - a very nasty place to be in. Let's examine this thought of not good enough.The first question that comes to mind is 'not good enough for whom?' Who are you comparing yourself to? If you hold yourself up to someone think about w (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Edward Weiss |
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| Article Title :: Tips on Performing Your Music for Others |
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| Have you ever dreamed of performing a piece you created for others. Imagining that they are captivated and held spellbound by the music? If you have, you know that it can be a long road from actually coming up with something, practicing it, and then giving it to an audience. In my own case, I had a good opportunity to perform. It was in a coffeehouse that already had a decent piano.The problem was that I was playing for people who had come to listen mostly to guitarists on open mike night. Young guitarists that sang and played mostly Rock music or a derivative of it. I didn't care so much about that because I had the chance to go in front of people and share the gift of music. (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Joey Phillips |
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| Article Title :: The Downfall Of The #1 Southern Gospel Station |
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| Back in the 90’s we had a local Southern Gospel station (I can’t remember the name. You’ll see why if you keep reading). They were known for their motto, “If it doesn’t say it, we won’t play it.” They were determined not to play watered-down Gospel music-even if it was Southern Gospel. And they did a good job.The same year they made the “If it doesn’t say it” pledge to the fans and the Southern Gospel industry, they were voted the #1 radio station in all of Southern Gospel.Does that mean they had reached the top?In worldly terms, yes.Guess what happened next.They switched to Contemporary. Less than a year later they switched to secula (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Elan Chalford |
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| Article Title :: Buying a Violin |
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| "How do I buy a violin, (or fiddle)?"That question has risen to the top of the fiddle FAQ list, even above “What’s the difference between a violin and a fiddle?”This is an account of how Richard Blackwell, my student, actually purchased a violin.He had been using a good quality student violin on loan from his sister. He was ready to upgrade to a better quality violin when his sister asked for her violin to be returned.A violin was already on its way to him from a shop in Philadelphia, when he scheduled an appointment with a violin dealer in Plant City, Florida. Royce Burt, the part-time dealer had a good inventory of instruments ranging in price from abou (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Scott G |
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| Article Title :: Patriotic Music: Surprising Secrets About Those Flag-Waving Sounds |
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| Whether played by a marching band, an orchestra, or a rock group, there are patriotic tunes that everyone in America finds familiar, exciting and uplifting. But how much do you know about how these songs were created? And what do you know about the people who wrote them?There are some surprising facts behind all of this glorious music.So, fire up the barbecue grill, look up at the fireworks, and strike up the band as we reveal the secrets behind the most influential nationalistic musical moments of all time."Star Spangled Banner," Francis Scott Key, 1814.
Schoolchildren in America all learn how Key watched the British bombardment of Fort McHenry during the War of (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Rosana Hart |
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| Article Title :: The Life and Music of Beatle George Harrison |
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| Propelled into fame as one of the Beatles, along with Paul McCartney, John Lennon, and Ringo Starr, George Harrison was known as the "quiet one" of the group, and also as the "spiritual one." He was the lead guitarist.He happened to meet Ravi Shankar at a dinner in the sixties, and Shankar offered to teach him the basics of playing the sitar. This began a lifelong friendship, and Harrison's fascination with the sitar affected the Beatles' work after that. He immersed himself in Indian music, playing the sitar for years, only picking up the guitar when recordings required it.His spiritual life grew out of that time. He said, "Having all these material things, I wanted somethi (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Jon Butt |
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| Article Title :: Bang on Your Drum All Day Long - Without Annoying Your Neighbors! |
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| Bang! Bam! Bang! Have you always wanted to play the drums, but are afraid your neighbors would call the police on you?Do you want to bang on your drum all day, but are worried you'll drive you loved ones away. Don't worry; your dreams of becoming the next great drummer can still come true! There are quick and easy ways to help keep your family, friends, and neighbors happy while still allowing you to drum it up. So, grab your sticks and take some notes because it's just about drum time!CommunicateThe key to any successful relationship is communication and this is no less true when you're talking about your drums. Think for a moment about who might be affected b (read full article) |
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| Category :: Music Articles |
Author :: Jeremy Hier |
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| Article Title :: Les Paul Vintage Gibson Guitars |
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| Les Paul vintage Gibson guitars were first produced
in 1952. These guitars were the first solid body electric
that Gibson had made. The 1952 version of the Les
Paul vintage guitar has a gold top nitro-cellulose
lacquer finish, and no serial number. This Gibson
was designed by Les and included Kluson tuners,
a pair of P90 pickups, and retailed for $210.These Gibson vintage guitars were simply called
'Les Paul' models, and later became known as
Gold Tops because of the finish. Most Les Paul
Gibson vintage Gold Tops have a gold colored
maple top with natural back, a few guitars were
made that had the gold finished all over.In 1954 Gibson launched the Les Paul Custom
vintage gui (read full article) |
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