Maybe you’re a pilot in need of a new headset. Or maybe you’ve been on a lot of Zoom calls lately where you’ve seen others using noise-cancelling headphones with a microphone. From gamers to students, the need can arise for headphones that help block out ambient noise while you’re taking calls. In this guide, we…
How do you pick the perfect song for your Instagram Stories? There are far too many songs and so little time. It’s just so hard! You’ve got to find a popular, trendy song that gives off the right vibes, and preferably doesn’t give people the wrong idea or send the wrong message either, am I…
It wouldn’t be too much of an exaggeration to say there are two parts to a violin – the instrument itself, and the bow – both are important. Finding a bow that complements your violin can be a journey. But it’s a journey you can count on us to help you with. In this guide,…
Some say you’re over the hill when you’re 30. Others say your 40s will be your most productive years. At the end of the day, it’s a little different for everyone – especially in the topsy-turvy world of hip-hop. That said, some of the best rappers ever to exist are now in their 40s if…
If you love listening to music, then you know there’s nothing quite like high-quality speakers. Whether you’re just starting to think about purchasing a better-quality system, or you’ve been an audiophile for a long time, there are speakers matched to just about any type of music listening experience or application. In this guide, we explore…
Musical instruments can be a very mysterious thing upon first brush, and that includes the immortal piano. Whether acoustic or digital, most pianos come with pedals – usually three, each serving a different purpose. Some older pianos only come with two. But what do these pedals do, and why do pianos have pedals? Let’s explore…
Thinking about making a music video? Not sure what the costs are going to be? This is one of those cases where looking before leaping is in your best interest, especially if you’re an independent artist. So, let’s look at the cost of independent and mainstream music videos, factors affecting the cost of music videos,…
The problem with typical headphones and earbuds is that they aren’t designed for exercise. Plus, they make it harder to hear what’s occurring in your surroundings, which is a safety hazard, especially for joggers, bikers, skiers, and the like. Bone conduction headphones are an eloquent solution to a long-standing problem, and in this guide, we…
Pitch. Tone. Technique. Singers have many areas to address on their journey to becoming better versions of themselves. Many singers will come to the point of wanting to sing louder or project more. This is an essential skill to learn, but learning to project without cracking, straining, or otherwise hurting your voice can prove a…
The guitar is one of the most popular – if not the most popular – instruments in existence. Name just about any rock band, and you will find that 99% of their songs feature the guitar prominently. But what family of instruments to the guitar belong to? Where did the guitar come from? What types…
The ukulele has become strongly associated with island music and is sometimes thought of as a small guitar. But where, exactly, did the ukulele come from? What family of instruments does it belong to? What is a ukulele, anyway? In this guide, we answer the question, “what is a ukulele?”
Since the early 2010s, Abel Makkonen Tesfaye (professionally known as The Weeknd) has been blazing a trail of success. His 80s-influenced music matched with his silky tenor voice has caught the attention of fans and budding singers everywhere. No wonder so many want to sound like The Weeknd! If you’ve been trying in vain to…
Anyone with the will, facility, and determination to learn an instrument can. But there is no getting around the fact that some instruments are a little harder to learn than others, especially if you didn’t manage to get an early start. While the violin is a popular instrument, it’s also one of the more complex….
Trying to choose a song for your latest Instagram post? It’s a little harder than you originally thought it was going to be, isn’t it? From not finding the right vibes to forgetting the artist or song title of a song you heard recently, it’s easy to end up posting nothing when you can’t seem…
Whether you’re a music fan, appreciator, aficionado, musicologist, writer, or even student, the work of specific artists is no doubt an important subject to you. For example, you can probably easily name three songs by your top three favorite artists. Or you can name your favorite album by them. This is the essence of a…