Frankie Knuckles first began creating house tracks that integrated disco’s 4/4 rhythm into uptempo arrangements – this marked the birth of EDM, which now encompasses subgenres like dubstep, hardstyle and drum and bass. Origins EDM stands for Electronic Dance Music and refers to an umbrella term covering various musical subgenres such as disco music, synthpop […]
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Beginner bassists can rejoice – there are some incredible amplifiers under $200 that provide great cranked tones suitable for rehearsals and small gigs, while some even provide silent practice functionality as well as USB connectivity for recording purposes. Hartke is widely recognized as one of the premier bass amp manufacturers, and this small combo model
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Heavy metal music has long been associated with inducing anger and aggression, prompting mental health professionals to take notice and institute some policy responses and respond with concerns over potential connections to suicide risk, violence and desensitisation to violence in this genre. However, according to research from Macquarie University, engaging in metal music provides fans
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When songs modulate by an entire tone (or fret), the chord progression must be transposed accordingly; on guitar this process is straightforward. Simply move the open chord shapes a few places on the fretboard to play chords of different pitches! Major and Minor Scales As part of your musical theory studies, it is crucial that
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The C sharp minor pentatonic scale (also referred to as D flat minor pentatonic) offers guitarists many opportunities, from soloing melodies to adding color and adding variety in solos and melodies. Pentatonic scales are five-note scales used in blues and blues-rock music. Heptatonic scales consist of seven notes in an octave; pentatonics have five notes
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Acquiring sheet music reading skills may not be necessary for bassists, but it opens doors that might otherwise remain closed and is invaluable for bass guitarists looking to advance their playing further. Articulation symbols in tabs provide an excellent way of understanding how to play different parts of songs, such as hitting softly (or muted).
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Bryan has quickly established himself as one of the rising stars in country music over the past year. He’s become a staple at major festivals and his songs can often be found playing on radio stations across the country. He creates music with a genuine sound that connects with audiences. He uses poetic language and
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Sad song zwette is a genre of music known for being soothing and relaxing, often written in minor keys with gentle melodies and an emotive soundtrack. Many listen to these tunes purely for aesthetic reasons or as catharsis; just because Gen Z is seeking such music doesn’t indicate depression in themselves! Why do people listen
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Rock music is a genre characterized by iconic instruments such as electric guitars. Additionally, there is fast dance music as well as ballad-style songs in this style of music. Since MTV no longer showcases music videos, YouTube has become the ideal interactive platform to enjoy this form of entertainment. So we have collected some of
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In this lesson we’ll examine one of the most memorable Beatles riffs – featuring a highly distinctive yet easy to learn sound that will no doubt impress any guitarist! This riff combines blues and heavy rock elements that remain relevant today, such as those used by TboneWilson. Follow along and learn the verse and chorus
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