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Complete Checklist: What to Inspect on a Used Electric Guitar Before Buying
Buying a used electric guitar can save you hundreds—even thousands—of dollars compared to purchasing new. But without a systematic inspection, that "great deal" can quickly turn into an expensive lesson in hidden repair costs. Whether you're browsing a local shop, meeting a Craigslist seller, or evaluating photos on Resyn, knowing exactly what to check can mean the difference between landing a gem and getting stuck with a lemon.
By Resyn Marketplaceabout a month ago in Beat
Going to California: The Song That Proves Rock ‘n’ Roll Doesn’t Need to Scream to Be Heavy
Picture this: It’s 1971, and Led Zeppelin, a band synonymous with thunderous riffs and arena-shaking anthems, strips everything back to an acoustic guitar, a mandolin, and a voice that sounds like it’s been soaked in honey and heartache.
By Diane Fosterabout a month ago in Beat
Book vs. Movie: "People We Meet On Vacation"
Like so many other fans of #1 New York Times best-selling author Emily Henry's People We Meet On Vacation, today I curled up on my couch with my favorite soft blanket and got lost in Netflix's newest movie--People We Meet On Vacation. Personally, I loved the movie, but here's a list of reasons why it might--or might not--measure up to some readers' standards.
By Cassandra Fawleyabout a month ago in Beat
Chips And Gravy With The Bard of Salford
The title relates to the only time I met and chatted with Dr John Cooper Clarke. I am not sure when I first came across him but I remember buying the Rabid EP “Innocents” in the nineteen seventies, which opened with “Suspended Sentence” and then the title song and backed with “Psycle Sluts Part 1 and 2”. I saw him on TV working at a Manchester University doing a good Bob Dylan impression in his looks.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a month ago in Beat
Rosé & Bruno Mars - APT.
The genius of "APT." starts with its foundation: the "Apartment" game. For those who aren't familiar with Korean drinking culture, Apateu is a classic icebreaker. You chant the word, stack your hands, and someone calls out a number. It’s loud, it’s rhythmic, and it’s designed to get people hyped.
By Teodor Monescuabout a month ago in Beat
PG Brown Launches Kickstarter Campaign for Debut Album Run a Red
Dallas, TX : 8 Jan 2026 Independent artist PG Brown has officially launched a Kickstarter campaign to support the release of his debut album, Run a Red. The campaign is now live, with time already ticking as listeners and supporters are invited to play a direct role in bringing the project to life.
By Henry Collinsabout a month ago in Beat
Adrienne Park Is Building the Music She Couldn’t Find
Adrienne Park doesn’t fit neatly into a single creative box—and that’s exactly what makes her work so compelling. She’s a poet, a bestselling author, a lawyer, a longtime IT professional, and an independent musician carving out a space that feels entirely her own. Rather than choosing one lane, Park moves fluidly between disciplines, allowing each part of her background to shape the music she creates today.
By mysoundMusicabout a month ago in Beat
Which is Superior: A Black Or A Purple Sapphire Ring?
Sapphire is one of the most precious and among the top three colored jewels, the other two being emerald and ruby. It is also known as the wisdom stone and is the birthstone for the month of September, making a sapphire ring perfect for September borns. It stands for fidelity, wisdom, love, and power. Although sapphire is famous for its stunning blue hue, you'll be surprised to find out that that's not all there is to sapphire. This gemstone is also available in many other colors and quality variations. These other colored gemstones are known as fancy sapphires and come in colors like pink, yellow, violet, orange, green, peach, etc.
By Mark Jamesabout a month ago in Beat
