Rowlf is unique among The Electric Mayhem in that he can deliver comedy without breaking character, as well as singing to sleeping dogs! Other characters like Fozzie and Gonzo may become serious or inspire empathy; Rowlf stands alone as someone who can consistently deliver it without losing his sense of humor or invoking sympathy from […]
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If you have been playing guitar for some time, chances are that you already understand how to read a chord chart. Lines, dots, Xs and Os are meant to indicate which frets need pressing on when performing each chord. D/F# chord is a ubiquitous chord found in numerous songs and can also be known as
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With the availability of affordable drum machines and synthesizers, musicians quickly began experimenting with different sounds – eventually leading to many different genres within electronic music being created during this era. Kraftwerk’s groundbreaking Moog-heavy Krautrock genre stands as an influential model, having had an effectful influence on modern music genres such as Hip Hop, Techno
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Austin Hull, founder of Make Pop Music – an online community and marketplace for modern pop music – grew up playing hard rock and metal music before finding a passion in producing pop music and the business side of the music industry. Pop songs with timeless appeal feature relatable stories told through catchy lyrics that
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Dance music typically follows 4/4 time signature and adheres strictly to a four-to-the-floor kick drum pattern, thanks to decades of western musical tradition and popular genres in 20th century pop music. Musicians writing music divide their composition into measures/bars and beats. The bottom number in a time signature indicates how many beats to count in
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R&B music reached its commercial peak during the ’90s, when artists such as Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross dominated chart positions. By mixing electronic production with hip-hop and funk elements to form new styles like Neo Soul music was born. Classic R&B was birthed from jazz, gospel music and blues – its unique
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Alternative music has a rich and longstanding legacy, dating back to when bands such as REM first appeared on college radio stations during the 80’s. These bands created waves in the musical world with their distinct, independent sounds. Their oddball sound proved that strange is really just another word for original. Nowadays, alternative/indie rock has
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Folk music typically conjures images of acoustic guitars and soft, soothing music; this is understandable since most folk musicians are singer-songwriters. Folk music may appear to be something from the past, but it remains very relevant in modern industrialized nations as an effective way of helping ethnic, occupational and religious minorities maintain their cultural identities.
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No matter if you’re taking product shots or full-body portraits, having the ideal backdrop can make or break your image. But the best home studio backdrops tend to be economical and straightforward to set up. DIY Tin Foil Backdrop – Easy & Flexible Solution This DIY tin foil backdrop is easy to create and perfect
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R&B lyrics often explore themes of love, heartbreak and personal growth. Additionally they may address social issues or personal struggles such as racial tension or poverty. R&B songs feature relatable language such as slang or idioms that creates an intimate experience for the listener, while imagery and sensory details create vivid mental pictures for them
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