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Put Your Head in the Digital Music Cloud


When it comes to storing digital music files, people are often confronted with the dilemma of choosing which type of operating platform to use.

Hip-Hop: Passing Fad or Way of Life?


In the 30 years since hip-hop developed from basement jams and Bronx block parties, it has run the gamut from fame (and infamy) in the late '70s through the '90s, to a somewhat recent fall from grace and every stop in between.

Sound of Music Lends European Influence


Americans love to dance. And today, more than ever, they are moving to the beat of electronic dance music.

Euro Music Taste Finds Groove in U.S.


While ethnic rap and hip-hop artists can have a difficult time breaking into the U.S. market, it's not impossible.

Like Old Chicago, the Music Plays


Chicago has always been a city that thrives on music. From notable jazz greats Nat King Cole and Benny Goodman to blues artist Muddy Waters, many would argue that Chicago is the birthplace of all things music.

Is Hip-Hop a Passing Fad?


the 30 years since hip-hop developed from basement jams and Bronx block parties, it has run the gamut from fame (and infamy) in the late '70s through the '90s, to a somewhat recent fall from grace and every stop in between.

Music Inside Us


Everyone of us has music inside. And it is not an abstract statement, but scientifically proven fact. Molecules of DNA "sound" inside us and it is very important if music from outside is in keeping with music inside us.

Rap Is More than Music


This is a style that stays aside all the other music trends. Not aside, but somewhat deeper. The reason is it is a reflection of the race, the plurality of people united by roots and origin.

Write Songs Like The Pros - Powerful And Proven Technique


For many years, professional/top writers (writers in general...and not just songwriters) have been using a powerful and proven technique that separates them from beginners.

What You Need to Know About Canadian Music and Musicians


Sadly, most of us here in the U.S. are blissfully unaware of performers that don't hail from one of the 50 states. Ask the average Joe on the street if they know of any Canadian musicians, and if you get any response, you'll hear Celine Dion or Shania Twain, maybe even Bryan Adams or Neil Young.

Greatest Underrated Guitar Players


Ask anybody who the greatest guitar players in the history of rock music are, and you'll likely get the standard answers. The big three, Clapton, Beck and Page; certainly Eddie Van Halen; maybe Stevie Ray Vaughn.

Music - an Important Place in Our Life


Music occupies an important place in our life. We can't live without it. Actually people have different musical tastes depending on their age, education and even mood.

How to Make Your Own Free MP3 Ringtones


In this tutorial, We will guide you in the step by step process for making your own MP3 ringtones.

MP3 Player Download


MP3 players are in league with the digicams, mobile phones, and palmtops when it comes to the most popular techno gadgets to enter the market.

How to Promote Your CD


Congratulations! Your debut CD is now recorded, replicated, packaged, and ready for market.

Make Money With Your Music In Films


Licensing your music into films is a great extra income stream for you as an independent artist.

Satellite Radio Quality and Content


There are two important characteristics that recommend satellite radio as a service most people would like to have in their vehicles or homes: quality and content.

Hip Hop and Education - Educating Through Music


"Hip hop is inherently political, the language is political. It uses language as a weapon -- not a weapon to violate or not a weapon to offend, but a weapon that pushes the envelope that provokes people, makes people think."

Language of Hip Hop


Bill Cosby at this point in his career is not just internationally famous; he has become an icon in the black community as a successful, inspiring individual who did not let his color get in the way making his mark on society.

Schmoozing for Gigs


If you want to get gigs, then you are going to have to do some schmoozing with club owners, bar owners and people of that nature. This means you are going to have to appear as professional and convincing as possible.

You Too Can Start an Independent Record Label


It's no big secret, the trick of how to start a record label definitely involves some cash and most definitely involves some talent. If you want to know the secret to how to start and run your own label then here it is, talent.

Interview With Drummer Mykill Mike Aresco


Tribute bands usually play the music of a certain to get people through the door to see the bands OWN songs thrown in between the artist of tribute.

Electric Guitar Technology 101


It is a curious paradox of the music industry: guitarists, particularly rock guitarists, are often thought of as trendsetters when it comes to fashion and culture; but when it comes to their instruments, they are notoriously conservative.

Choosing an MP3 Player
The market for MP3 Players can be a confusing one, just as it is for many home and portable electronics. Some of the most important things to consider when shopping for an MP3 player are how you personally wish to use the player, its weight/size, and storage capacity.

Syd Barret


In August 2006 a sixty year old, bald, stocky bachelor with a face at once stern and sensitive died of diabetes.

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