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Product reviews and how-to's of rising music merchandise, CDs, albums, concerts, and more.
Best Outdoor Speakers to Buy in 2018
Summer is the only time I get to spend my days and nights outdoors. I'll invite friends over for barbecues, bonfires, and even pool parties. I always need tunes playing in the background, especially when I host pool parties—it's a must! Last summer, my speakers completely died down on me in the middle of a party. It was horrible, and my drunk friend Brian started singing to replace the music...
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Beat
Best Microphones for Beatboxing
I don't know, maybe you're huge into singing karaoke, or simply want to make the best out of your own beatboxing creations, but the necessary equipment is always a must before you even begin to put words down on paper (if there is that sort of thing in beatboxing). There is, of course, the necessity of a dynamic microphone, which is not something you can just find lying on the side of the street. What is a dynamic microphone? If you're asking this question, it's no wonder you've found yourself on the list of the most necessary microphones for beatboxing.
By Johnson Bernard8 years ago in Beat
What Is the Best Music Streaming Service in 2018?
How good is music? I'll tell you how good it is: Really good. In line with food and water and sleep, music is something that every human needs. Biologically. Yes, tasty bass lines are part of our biological make up. Don't look that up.
By Josh Ben-Moshe8 years ago in Beat
Getting Your Music Heard
When I first started as an independent artist I was not sure how I was going to get my music out to the world. Then came CD Baby. CD Baby is an independent platform for the indie artist. They get your music on every platform for possible sales and exposure. If you have not heard about them I strongly suggest that you check them out. They do charge an upfront fee for albums/EPs and singles but it is just a one time payment. It is worth it because of everything that you get from that one price.
By Isaac Middleton8 years ago in Beat
Best Guitars for Beginners to Try Out
Picking your first guitar is important to your journey of learning the craft of a new instrument. Even the most famous guitar players remember what they learned on; and that is why it's important to choose only the best guitar for the learning process.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Beat
The Best Band Merch Gifts of 2017
It can be hard to find a great gift for the audiophile in your life. Their closet already looks like a cartoon character's—black band tee after black band tee for every day of the week. You don't want to get them something they already have. Since the holidays are a special time of year, the gifts you give should be special, too! That's why we've compiled the best band merch gifts of 2017 in one place to give you some imaginative gift ideas.
By Dr. Ethan Levi8 years ago in Beat
Best Reverb Guitar Pedals to Buy Right Now
I'm sure you've heard of reverb before, but most people aren't exactly sure what it means—other than it's some sort of sound. Reverb is the continuation of sound after it's made as it carries across the room and reflects off of many surfaces. Reverb gives your guitar playing some space, as it fills the room with atmospheric sound long after the string has been hit.
By Joseph Farley8 years ago in Beat
The Best Tech Gifts for Music Lovers
The kind of music tech product you want to get depends on the audiophile you're shopping for. For example, is this person serious about recording or their home studio? Or would they rather have something that improves their listening experience? We came up with some great gifts for both.
By Taylor Markarian8 years ago in Beat
Best Guitars Under $500
If you love the idea of playing an electric guitar, you're not alone. It's awesome and always will be. Getting a quality electric guitar isn't easy, especially when you have a limited budget—and let's be real, all aspiring rock stars have a budget.
By Buddy Brown8 years ago in Beat
Why This Microphone Was Chosen to Record Taylor Swift's Vocals
If you are anything like me, you get extreme cases of GAS. No, I didn't have one of the infamous gritty cheese dip episodes many have had. I'm referring to GAS-gear acquisition syndrome. It's an epidemic with us musicians and audio professionals. In fact, I have battled with GAS so severe that music equipment and instruments have come and gone through my studio so quickly that nobody else knew they were ever even there. It's sad really.
By Joey Anderson8 years ago in Beat
Hi-Tunes
There is a new company that just started only a few weeks ago, and we think it is an ingenious idea. Getting the idea of having a record label and not able to monetize Scott Mckinley started up Hi-Tunes, the revolutionary new way to get your music out there while also enjoying your medication. So far Scott has 17 bands on this project and plans to get more.
By Cassandra Dhaenens8 years ago in Beat
