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Emotional Resonance: How Music Evokes Feelings And Memories
By Alex Belsey · 1 week ago
Music has an extraordinary ability to touch our hearts and minds, evoking a wide range of emotions and memories. Whether it's a song that brings tears to our eyes or a melody that makes us ...
Semih Alar: The Sonic Architect's Creative Universe
By Norman Lebrecht · 1 month ago
Semih Alar is a contemporary composer and sound designer whose work blends traditional influences with avant-garde experimentation. His compositions for projects such as "Diaspora" and "Dota 2" showcase his ability to create immersive soundscapes that ...
An Exclusive Interview with Semih Alar: Delving into the Musical Universe of Diaspora
By Hugh Morris · 1 month ago
In a world where storytelling transcends traditional boundaries, Diaspora emerges as a groundbreaking film using diorama instead of dialogue or actors. The film’s evocative soundtrack, crafted by the talented Semih Alar, plays a crucial role ...
The Silent Symphony of Diaspora: Semih Alar’s Journey Through Silence and Music
By Norman Lebrecht · 1 month ago
Diaspora, a film made without dialogue, actors, and using diorama instead of real locations, presents a minimalist world to the audience. The film tells the story of a family’s emigration to another country through music ...
Ralph Macchio: Actor or Guitarist? Discover the Truth!
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Ralph Macchio, an American actor born on November 4, 1961 in Huntington, New York. He started acting at a young age, performing in commercials and television shows until garnering widespread notoriety in the early 1980s ...
Key Differences Between 6 String And 12 String Guitars
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
If you're drawn to the harmonious sound of a 12-string guitar, you're not alone. These guitars have brilliant tones and players usually fall in love from the very first strum. However, 12-string guitars require going ...
Choosing Your First Bass Guitar: Why a Squier Precision Bass is a Solid Choice
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
The bass guitar is a fixture in band scenes and crucial in guiding the rhythm and harmony of any composition. It is an instrument that has a big impact on the mood of music rather ...
A Step-by-Step Guide: How to Start and Launch a Band
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Is music something that has been your passion for as long as you can remember? Has it been a hobby up until this point but now you’re ready to take the next step? Are you ...
From Zero to Hero - Learn Guitar Solos Quickly & Easily
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Introduction
No doubt that playing guitar solos are one of the highest aspirations a guitar player can have, we all heard amazing guitar solos that are so inspiring that make us want to do whatever ...
A Comprehensive Guide to the Best Online Guitar Lessons
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
You might’ve always wanted to learn how to play the guitar, but struggled to find the time.
There are numerous online resources to help you master the basics of guitar-playing, or hone your skills if ...
4 Best Tips on How to Pack and Ship a Guitar
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
At Overland Express, we understand that for many people, a guitar isn’t just an instrument. It's an extension of yourself. From Fenders to Gibson's, shipping your guitar by courier doesn’t have to be a daunting ...
Top 10 Best Selling Guitars of Recent Era
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Ten Most Selling Guitars of Recent Era
Hey there! Have you ever stopped to think about how music is always changing and evolving? Isn't it pretty amazing? It is terrific how, when it comes to ...
How much does an electric guitar cost?
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
For many aspiring electric guitar buyers, price is the primary concern. Given the plethora of brands, designs, and models available, our financial limitations guide our choices from the beginning to the end, irrespective of our ...
Become a Blues Maestro: 26 Blues Guitar Songs for Beginners
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Introduction to Blues Guitar
Blues guitar is a genre that has stood the test of time and has attracted the attention of music lovers for many years. Aspiring guitarists can explore a vast tapestry of ...
A Step-by-Step Guide: How to Start and Launch a Band
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Is music something that has been your passion for as long as you can remember? Has it been a hobby up until this point but now you’re ready to take the next step? Are you ...
Rock Legends: The Top 10 Classic Rock Guitarists
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Hello to all you Guitar Fanatics. Although classic rock has mostly appealed to adult listeners, music associated with this format received more exposure with younger generations of listeners.
Classic rock really boosted the Inspiration for ...
Top 5 Most Difficult Guitar Riffs in Metal Every Guitarist Should Learn
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Top 5 Most Difficult Guitar Riffs in Metal Every Guitarist Should Learn
Metal music is known for its heavy, fast, and intricate guitar riffs requiring a high level of skill. These guitar riffs play a ...
Top 21 Easy Capo Songs to Learn and Play on Guitar (2024)
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Capos are a guitarist's best friend.
The ability to transpose your instrument with just a small mechanical device is something I’m sure a lot of musicians envy us, guitar players, for.
Chances are that if ...
Guitar Maintenance: How to Fix a Bowed Guitar Neck
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
How to Fix a Bowed Guitar Neck
Introduction
A bowed guitar neck can be a headache for any musician who plays the instrument. Not only does it have an impact on the playability and sound ...
19 Best Guitar Effect Pedals That Shaped Music History
By Robin Alexander · 2 months ago
Introduction
The development of guitar effects pedals has followed a path that can only be described as revolutionary. The auditory qualities of a wide variety of musical genres have been significantly influenced by guitar pedals, ...