X Music Artists Discussion #8
Hüsker DüChic311Alan JacksonCanDisclosureGeorge Michael/Wham!Godspeed You! Black EmperorGarbageErykah Badu Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion #8
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The Avocado JAMS! prepares to get jabbed
Originally I had planned to write a bit about music theory or something else somewhat dry and probably uninspiring, but I’m getting my first shot today and have been thinking about how Covid has affected the entire music industry. I … Continue reading The Avocado JAMS! prepares to get jabbed
X Music Artists Discussion #7
Sonic YouthErik SatieSparksLiz PhairKylie MinogueDeftonesFats DominoAtmosphereJohn ColtraneInterpol Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion #7
X Music Artists Discussion #6
Guidelines: – Just post your thoughts, opinions! If it’s hard to do a two-paragraph summary of their aesthetic then you can probably just get away writing a strength, a weakness and favorite song/album/EP/whatever. – No need to do it for … Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion #6
The Avocado JAMS! has Gear Acquisition Syndrome
So tell us about your rig! What’s your favorite piece of equipment, that one thing that really defines your sound? Is there an instrument that you have your eye on but haven’t picked up just yet? Something that you’ve recently … Continue reading The Avocado JAMS! has Gear Acquisition Syndrome
X Music Artists Discussion # 5
Guidelines: – Just post your thoughts, opinions! If it’s hard to do a two-paragraph summary of their aesthetic then you can probably just get away writing a strength, a weakness and favorite song/album/EP/whatever. – No need to do it for … Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion # 5
The Avocado JAMS! Issues a Song Writing Challenge
So I’ve had this idea kicking around in my head ever since I thought of starting this little weekly feature, and what the hell, I’m going to give it a shot. Back in 2007, I came across this thing called … Continue reading The Avocado JAMS! Issues a Song Writing Challenge
X Music Artists Discussion #4
Guidelines: – Just post your thoughts, opinions! If it’s hard to do a two-paragraph summary of their aesthetic then you can probably just get away writing a strength, a weakness and favorite song/album/EP/whatever. – No need to do it for … Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion #4
The Avocado JAMS! Comes Alive at Budokan II
Last week we talked about recording, so this week I want to talk about the flip side, playing live! In front of people! It’s kind of weird to imagine these days, but I’m pretty sure that used to be a … Continue reading The Avocado JAMS! Comes Alive at Budokan II
X Music Artists Discussion #3
Guidelines: – Just post your thoughts, opinions! If it’s hard to do a two-paragraph summary of their aesthetic then you can probably just get away writing a strength, a weakness and favorite song/album/EP/whatever. – No need to do it for … Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion #3
The Avocado JAMS! Hit the Record Button
So this week I thought we’d talk about one of my favorite subjects…recording! I love everything about the process, whether at home or in a real, honest-to-goodness studio (something I’ve only done a couple of times). I took a class … Continue reading The Avocado JAMS! Hit the Record Button
X Music Artists Discussion #2
Thanks to everyone last week who chimed in the discussion! Here’s to hoping it can grow into a fruitful series! Again, the guidelines: – Just post your thoughts, opinions! If it’s hard to do a two-paragraph summary of their aesthetic … Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion #2
The Avocado JAMS! (The Musical Inspiration edition)
Let’s talk about those musicians that inspire us to turn up our instruments and make us sing until the neighbors complain! Continue reading The Avocado JAMS! (The Musical Inspiration edition)
X Music Artists Discussion #1
So back during my time on the RYM boards in 2015-16, I started a series on the forums to discuss (sometimes ostensibly, if there was a theme!) 10 randomly chosen artists (and as eclectic as possible, to keep it interesting!) … Continue reading X Music Artists Discussion #1
The Avocado JAMS! (a thread for musicians)
Everyone is welcome, from seasoned shredders to beboppin’ beginners! Come on in and discuss making music with us. Continue reading The Avocado JAMS! (a thread for musicians)
The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 5!
WOOOOOOOO we made it!!! The fifth and final day of NAMM 2021! And they said it couldn’t be done. (Okay, that was me…I said it couldn’t be done, or more likely, it wouldn’t. That just shows what I know!) You … Continue reading The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 5!
The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 4
Holy crap! We’re almost halfway through the show and I’m still going! Honestly, I’m having a great time and I hope that you all are having some fun along with me. (Well, at this point, I’m just hoping that someone … Continue reading The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 4
The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 3
Coverage of the 2021 NAMM Show, Day 3! Continue reading The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 3
The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 2
Well, hey! I think that day one went pretty well, so I’m back for day two. I’ll be visiting the virtual booths in search of more cool things to bring you, and I have a handful of online events to … Continue reading The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 2
The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 1
Hey party people…welcome to my coverage of the NAMM Show Winter 2021 – Believe in Music Week! If you are new to NAMM, it’s the premier trade show for the musical instrument industry, and it’s always packed with companies showing … Continue reading The NAMM Show 2021 – We Believe in Music Week, Day 1
