Stratocasters are one of the best and most popularly used guitars in the world. They are the top option for most guitarists because they are strong and highly durable. As tough as they look, there is a possibil... [read more]

The greatest thing about getting into podcasting is that barrier to entry is pretty low and you don't need to invest too much into recording equipment right away. But as your podcast starts getting some tractio... [read more]

With the popularity of all sorts of singing shows on TV like The Voice, X-Factor, and American Idol, it’s no wonder that the popularity of singing and karaoke has taken off to new heights. Everyone wants to be a singer, and, the great thing is, anyone who... [read more]

Every banjo from the 4-string to the 6-string has a place in music where it’s most common. For example, the 4-string can be tuned to play Jazz or Dixieland music. Traditionally, folk music is played with a 5-string. That certainly doesn’t mean that other ... [read more]

Over the years, the technology of music has advanced significantly. The increasing complexity of electronic instruments has enabled artists to experiment with new sounds and textures with existing instruments a... [read more]

The Behringer Xenyx 1204USB mixer is a great multifunctional analog mixer that offers a lot of value at a very reasonable price for what it can do. It has a lot of built-in functions that makes it an attractive option for small venues and its USB capabili... [read more]

The world of electric guitars opens up new horizons of expression in music. It doesn’t come as much of a surprise that it’s one of the most popular instruments out there. After all, there are so many different things that you can do with an electric guita... [read more]

As a fan of Twin Peaks, and specifically the music the show has produced over the years, Season 3 had me wondering, like many fans, about some of the musical acts that were featured at the Bang Bang Bar (commonly referred to as the Roadhouse). Many of the... [read more]

It’s no surprise why many a musician, famous and not, have gotten themselves a ProCo RAT to use and abuse. It’s noisy, it’s heavy, it’s greasy, and it’s just the way mamma likes it! RAT Distortion History The RAT story begins in downtown Kalamazoo, Michig... [read more]

Sierra Hull Sierra Hull is an American bluegrass musician. She sings and plays guitar and mandolin. She was signed to Rounder Records at the very young age of 13 and released a debut album three years later at 16, which hit #2 on the Billboard Top Bluegra... [read more]