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Ahhh..I think something is wrong! Not sure what the hell is going on with my podcast but I am working on it. I will send out a post as soon as I get it fixed. My apologies for the confusion. P.S. Player must be screwy cuz for some reason it sounds fine if you listen to from the "original audio source" or click on "audio mp33 right below play button. Related Posts Podcast [...]

**NOTE: CLICK ON DOWNLOAD TO PLAY** or it will sound like Alvin, Simon and Theodore hi-jacked the show...long story! Join me as I pop my music podcasting cherry. I call this show the Melting Pot because I will be mixing it up, both in terms of music and topic. Press play now and see where my music taste and unique perspectives will take yours. Here are some links to the artist I featured in the show; Rob Kendt - Inspections NiteRail - The [...]

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Here is something cool that you might like. I saw this on Digg today. It is a text editor that uses the voices of rockstars to sing back the text you enter. Go check it out and Let rockstars sing it for you . Advertisement : Get 25 Free Downloads from eMusic Related Posts No related posts ShareThis

I am a big fan of all kinds of music but, back in the day, it was metal that caught my attention first. After weeks of listening to a ton of great music from other genre's, I have to admit, I was a little excited when I received a review request from a metal band. The Daughters of Fission bill their sound as a mix of rock, alternative and progressive but I will go ahead and throw them into the metal bin as well. You can hear elements of Tool and Dream Theater (Stereomud [...]

Hey! Do you want a really short blog post telling you where you can go kill some time and maybe even write a hit single? I thought so. Go now and check out the website Chordstudio . You can choose your very own chords and then pick the instruments to play them. No musical talent required and you might even learn something. What could possibly be more entertaining than that? Related Posts Review: The Infectious Music of O'Neill And [...]

Do you wanna see a cool music video? Check out this animated video set to the band Rush's classic instrumental. Props to Rush on a great song and also to a creative individual named Bobby Standridge. Bobby Standridge explains the inspiration for this video on Neil Peart's website. Related Posts Another Eddie VanHalen Video [...]

Behold, another entertaining find for you in the wonderful world of music. Here's a site that lists some of what they think are the worst covers song ever . Not sure why "Layla" made the list but Olivia Newton-John doing the Johnny Cash classic "Ring of Fire" certainly belongs. For the record I would like to add a song by the late 80's Glam metal band Faster Pussycat doing a cover of Carly Simon's "Your So Vain." What the hell where they thinking? Do you have any nasty cover songs you'd like [...]

Do you have dreams? Better yet, do you have the balls to chase those dream? Well a guy Nick Daugherty did and I wanted pass his inspiring story on to you. While listening to the Musicians Cooler podcast. I heard the host, Dave Jackson talk about this musician that decided it was time to become proactive in making his dream of getting a recording contract a reality. I had to investigate. What I found was a year long journal of the trials and tribulations of aspiring musician Nick Daugherty. Nick decided, a little [...]

You and I both know that great music goes great with weekends. Today I wanted to tell you about a site that celebrates the <a href=" weekend everyday (A mindset which I am sure you could get used to). Besides having a great name and a very cool image (when you get there look to the top left of your browser next to the page title) Everyday Weekender has an original theme and it is filled with great content. There are great articles about the goods and activities you might want to enjoy along with some [...]

Wow, the old school music industry must be getting very desperate. I found a story about how ASCAP is looking for royalty fees from bars and coffee houses that have acts that perform cover tunes. Many of these businesses are barely making ends meat and, rather than pays the fee, are requiring that the musicians play original material only. That might spare you and I from another bad rendition of "Brown Eyed Girl" but it sure as hell makes it tough for new artists to get their feet wet and it really sucks for guys [...]

Requests for music reviews are coming in fast and furious. In an attempt to keep up with all the goat-worthy requests, and give you a nice selection of new cuts to check out, I am going to offer up what I call nano reviews. These teasers will give you just enough information to get you started along the path to new music discovery. Here are a few Indie music artists that are worthy of your consideration: John Batdorf (self described - acoustic, folk rock) Veteran of [...]

I realize this is sort of old news but how cool is this? In another sign that the music industry is loosing ground, a major artist is using non-traditional means to distribute music. Mega-legend Paul McCartney has made his new album, "Memory Almost Full" available on the DRM free music download service eMusic. What is even cooler is the fact that you can go there right now, sign up for free and take advantage of the 25 Free Downloads promotion to get the whole album for free. Check it out and [...]

I was immediately smitten with the smooth and throaty acoustic riff on the song "I Found Out." You just can't help but feel better while listening to this song and you'll love the upbeat finish. As great as "I Found Out" is, it was only the beginning. Every song delivers. He makes a startling announcement in the next song song "Son of God" and we all can relate to the feelings expressed on "Breakdown." "2005 Malaise" should either reaffirm, or make you think long and hard about, what's really important. The lackadaisical "Plain Fuzzy Sunday" relaxes and [...]

You can never have enough information when it comes to making your good times feel better the next day. That is why I am passing on this little article offering up hangover preventions and remedies . It received quite a few votes on Digg the other day so there must be something to it. However, I not so sure any of them are quite as foolproof as my 4 simple steps to avoid a hangover . Cheers! Related Posts [...]

Is it just me or is there something addictive about these festivals? I was tied to the TV yesterday for a good portion of the morning and much of the evening checking out the Live Earth coverage. When I wasn't watching I was thinking about it. I was able to see a ton of different artists which is always cool. Here are some of the thoughts I had as I watched them perform. Cool to see Roger Waters doing some vintage Floyd. The floating pig was a nice touch. I found myself tapping [...]

I received a request to put this on the Musicgoat and after checking it out I'd be a fool not to. Not only is it cool as hell but lets give everyone involved a big hell yeah. I can't imagine the time and effort that went into putting this gem of a video together. Check it out. Related Posts My Two Cents on Live Earth [...]

Are you thinking about learning an instrument or maybe just sharpening your skills? Check out this cool site. A week or so ago I came across this cool site. The good people over at the Berklee School of Music are offering some free music lessons . They have a little something for everyone. You can get great instruction from these professionals on instruments like guitar, horns, keyboards and drums as well as tips on being a DJ and using turntables. You can also let them help you develop your singing voice. Check it out. [...]

Just passing this on. Jessica Brandon at IAMA sent this to me to pass this on to all of you artists out there. Check it out. The 3rd Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) is currently accepting entries. IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) promotes excellence in acoustic music performance and artistry. Acoustic artists in various genres can gain exciting radio and web exposure through this competition. Participating sponsors include D'Addario Strings, New Music Wekly, Loggins Promotion, Airplay Only, Superdups, Acoustic Cafe Radio Show and XM Satellite Radio. IAMA is open to all independent artists [...]

I would almost bet that you like a song or two from international superstar and activist Paul David Hewson. But were you into the music of Hugh Anthony Cregg? Or how about Stanley Harvey Eisen? Who the hell are these people you say? Well, believe it or not, they are rock stars. Check out this list to see who you know them as. Related Posts Music Review Plus: Nick Daugherty Learns A Lesson [...]

Yep you read that right. Prince is really going to give his new album away for free in a newspaper. I guess he wants to get the music to the massess. The thing that stands out the most in this article from The Guardian is how pissed off some of the retailers are about this. I suppose I can understand their anger since it takes money out of their pocket but is it justified? Hell no! Music retailers are a dying breed. Instead of whining about how one artist is [...]