The kalimba is a simple, beautiful instrument. It has a rich, warm tone that captivates the listener and keeps them mesmerized. It’s a relaxing, calming instrument if played in moderation, and it’s very enjoyable and fun to boot. It’s crazy how many great songs you can learn on the kalimba. Here we will look at…
The piano is a beautiful instrument. It sounds great on its own, and it sounds great in orchestras and bands too. Guitar sometimes gets all the attention in mainstream music, but the truth is, as you’re about to see, pop and rock music simply wouldn’t be what it is today without the piano. In this…
If you want to play rock, or even country, you should learn to play the blues. The blues is at the core of these genres, and it will teach you much of what you need to know about song structure, improvising, dynamics, and even how to solo effectively. The skills you learn will translate nicely…
Whether you’re feeling the rhythm, or you’ve got the blues, sometimes you need a set of sexy R&B chords to express your lovely self. In this guide, we look at multiple R&B chord progressions, explain each, and even highlight a few useful variants to set you up for success. This ought to keep you busy…
Although jazz utilizes the same 12 notes in music every other genre does, it seems to occupy its own “space” in terms of stylistic properties. It’s quite distinct from, say, rock or country. It’s more than fair to say that the genre of jazz has chord progressions that are either strongly associated with it or…
Trying to figure out where to download mixtapes from? You’re not alone, and we’re here to help. Even if you already know some of the big players in this space like DatPiff, Spinrilla, or DaMixhub, your hunger for tapes can become insatiable once you’re hooked on killer tapes. You can never have enough. In this…
If you’re looking for chord progressions in the key of G, you’ve come to the right place. It doesn’t matter whether you’re learning chord progressions for the first time, or you’re looking for some inspiration for your next song. We’ve got you covered. And don’t forget – you can transfer over the same chord progressions…
When it comes to music, it’s not just about the chords. It’s about how you put them together in a sequence. That’s the essence of chord progressions. Chord progressions form the very foundation and structure of most songs, even those that are primarily “riff” based. And, when you’re first getting started in the world of…
If you’re reading this now, it’s quite likely you’ve already read up on replacing your guitar strings. The need to replace strings is an inevitability, but cleaning your strings can prolong the life of your strings, right? True, but you still need to make sure you’ve got the right tools for the job and know…
So, it’s time to restring your guitar. Or, at the very least, it’s time to replace a broken string. You’ve got a few packs of strings on hand, but they’re all different brand… What should you do? If you’re new to restringing your guitar, then you’re bound to have a variety of questions. And in…
Learning music can open an exciting new world of possibilities. As you’re getting started on the guitar, you’re bound to have many realizations as well as questions. I remember when I first got started. The instrument positively fascinated me, and as I saw my heroes playing on TV, I began wondering all kinds of things….
Interested in a Fender acoustic guitar? Trying to find the right axe for a beginner? You’ve come to the right place. In this guide, we look at the best entry-level Fender acoustic guitars and help you sort out what you should look for in such a product. Fender American Acoustasonic Telecaster With Premium Gig Bag…
So, you’re looking to write a sad song. Or maybe you have the song written, but the chord progression just isn’t right. Well, try as you might, sometimes trying to be original doesn’t help you find the right accompaniment to your melancholy melodies. Sometimes, you’ve got to rely on the tried and true. Here you…
It’s not a flashy piece of gear. It’s not what makes or breaks a show. But for a drummer, it’s still an essential piece of gear. What is it? A drum rug, of course! Drum rugs can serve a variety of purposes, from helping you stabilize your kit, to protecting the floor it sits on….
If you’re going to do any kind of electronic music production – be it EDM, synthwave, house, or otherwise – synth VST plugins are essential. Even if not for that, synth VSTs can come in handy for a variety of musical styles, especially when a song is missing a little bit of extra atmosphere, or…