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Knowledge To Get Known

Beginner’s Guide to Mixing with Spring Reverb

That unmistakable boingy, splashy sound of spring reverb is one of the quintessential effects in music production. From early rock n’ roll to surf rock, from spaghetti westerns to psychedelic rock, spring reverb has been adding its lush ambience to recordings for decades. But as iconic as spring reverb may be, it can also be […]

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Review

Tim Foley Causes Us To ‘Stop Along The Way’

As solo songwriters, it is sometimes difficult to get all the sounds we hear in our heads into a recording. When we bring in other band members it can flesh out that full sound. This also allows for other musicians to add their own flair that often makes for a better finished product. (As long […]

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Jake Aaron is ‘Always Seeking’ and Has Been Found

The influence of your older relatives can never be overlooked. These individuals usually want nothing but the best for you and will offer their time and knowledge in any way they can. When a musical passion is passed down it can lead to a lifelong journey that you will in turn be asked to pass […]

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Inspiration

Unleash Your Inner Virtuoso – Ave Maria Guitar Lesson

Ave Maria is a piece of music that will always be loved by people who like music. Franz Schubert wrote it in 1825, and it became one of the most famous tunes in classical music. Learning to play a classic like this really helps fine tune your skill and also is impressive to whip out […]

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News

Gibson J 200: The King of Flat-Top Acoustics Takes Center Stage

So, get this right, you’re at a concert, the lights dim, and the musician walks on stage with a guitar that looks like it was crafted by the gods. As the first notes ring out, you realise the sound is as exquisite as the instrument’s appearance. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the Gibson J 200 – […]

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Master the Basics: Guitar Lessons for Beginners

Are you ready to embark on an exciting musical journey? Well, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll take you from zero to guitar hero as we dive into the fundamental aspects of guitar playing. Whether you’re starting from scratch or need a refresher on the basics, this will equip you with the essential skills […]

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Koch & Kennedy take us to the other side with Music In The Afterlife.

I’m not sure when the term “dream team” was first coined. I will always associate it with the 1992 American Olympic basketball team. Now I loosely use the term anytime those who are at the top of their profession pair up. Gareth Koch and Martin Kennedy in my mind are a dream team. Both are regarded […]

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TOM GILBERTS Opens Up His ‘Flow State’

Guitarist and singer Tom Gilberts and his mighty trio groove hard and get contemplative on their new single “Flow State.”  Released January 27th, 2023, “Flow State” is a cracking, mid-tempo blues/rock track that’s all about feel and space. Gilberts is one of those players gifted with a magic touch and the ability to write tight, […]