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Naming a band can be tough. Here are a few foolproof ideas.

Picking a band name is the most important step in your music career. Well, maybe not the most important step...but you should at least pick something that looks cool on a t-shirt, ha, ha.

Some excellent band names have been taken from literary figures. Sometimes the band is better than the book, and vise versa. Occasionally, though, both the band and the book are worthy of one another.

Tips on choosing a name for your band.

Sometimes it is hard coming up with a name for a new band. Here is a list of of possible choices for those new groups who just can't seem to come up with a name for their music group.

Before the songs are written or the music is recorded, a band needs to use their imagination to dream up a name to call themselves. Sometimes they accomplish this task by using lots of perspiration but most of the time they do it by using pure inspiration...

Sometimes it doesn't seem to matter where you look, you start to find words that sound familiar form somewhere else but you can't always place where you heard it before. This happens abundantly in Pop Culture.

With vocals provided by Roger Smith and the multi-talented instrumentalist Thor Madsen, the New York-based duo known as LEMON puts a whole new twist on the classic sound of the music of the 1970's and 80's. What follows is an interview with vocalist Roger Smith.

Sometimes it doesn't seem to matter where you look, you start to find words that sound familiar form somewhere else but you can't always place where you heard it before. This happens abundantly in Pop Culture.

Bored with safe sounding groups I went seeking bands with the more bizarre names. Possibly the first silly names band I noticed was a song called 'Tell me what is the bane of your life'/'Mother I've killed the cat' by 'Philip Foetus & his foetus vibrations'.

My list of top 10 songs by AC/DC, my favorite band of all time.

30 Seconds to Mars is a new alternative band that hasn't hit pay dirt yet. They have just released their debut song "The Kill" on MTV.

A selection of some of the daftest group names in recent rock history. Are any of your favorites among them?

The Mountain View Band is definitely on the rise. They now are on tour around the country. Q & A with band member Chris Coghill gives insight into the band, the man, and the music. > wrote comedy songs with and about my friends from > Fountain Valley, CA.

Naming your band takes thought, consideration, and a kick-butt anecdote. Try these tips to avoid the worst mistakes.

No matter what it says on the Hollywood walk of fame, many times an actor is never known by their real name. Here is a list of many of the most famous actors and actresses, listed by the names you probably know and then their birth name revealed.

Up and coming pop-punk Baltimore, Maryland band: DROPOUT YEAR. Part of Vans Warped Tour in Columbia, Maryland & performing at Guitars for Bagpipes Benefit Event in Martinsburg, West Virginia.

Some names will forever be around. They are the common and well known ones. There are other names that people stay away from.

Formerly of the multi-platinum French boy band Alliage, Quentin Elias is now a New York City transplant who has worked alongside artists ranging from Junior Vasquez to Spike Lee.

Rock Band 2 preview for Xbox 360 and Ps3.

The names of many groups of animals have been extended to apply to groups of humans or groups of things. Here are some examples.

B. Dirty is one of three rappers/vocalists for the band Heavy Mojo. While the band gets ready to release their latest disc B. Dirty chats about hid bands quest for musical domination.

Parents looking for new baby names might choose Italian names due to their heritage, but many parents also select Italian baby names because of their beauty and romantic tone. Here is a list of potential baby names that are popular in Italy, elsewhere in Europe, and the US.

With the winter thaw upon us and with wedding season getting ready to be in full swing, you need to select a wedding band.

As a member of my school's programming board, I can understand exactly what it takes to book a band for a concert.

Midnight Oil was one of the best political bands ever and quite possibly the best Australian band of all time. Peter Garret was the leader singer and now he's working in the corridors of power. It's not as bizarre a leap as you might think.

A trademark is a word, name, symbol or device that indicates the source of goods and services. As a band, your goods and services are your merchandise, recordings and live performances.

The author discusses the possible reasoning behind the names of Yijing hexagrams 9 and 26.

Introduction to NOAA/NWS weather radio and description of five different types of weather radio receivers which can be purchased. Includes some model names and tips on where/how to buy a weather radio.

Here's a list of some of the craziest, ill-conceived and downright stupid names ever conceived for a child by Celebrities who should really know better.

Every state tells a story with its name. From French to Spanish to Native American -- the vast brocade of cultures that makes up the United States is reflected in the names of the 50 states.

Making the Band 3 is a show on MTV that P. Diddy has used to create his band. In this case, it is an all-girl group comprised of five members known as Danity Kane, whose album is set to release August 22, 2006. Let's hope Diddy finally gets it right!

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes have Suri and Gwenyth Paltrow and Mr. Coldplay have Apple and Moses, but long before these Hollywood super-couples were shooting out bambinos with strange names...Bruce Willis and co. were coming up with some REAL crazy shit...

Naked Gun, an old school glam band from Moscow, is hot, raw, unbridled, and ready to come to your town.

The Allentown (Pennsylvania) Band gave its first documented performance on July 4, 1828. The ensemble has remained part of the music life of the community and the nation ever since then, making it America's oldest continuously active civilian concert band.

A step by step guide to starting the next great internet buzz band. You'll be loved-and-then-hated by Pitchfork in no time!

If you are looking for the Perfect Love, I can't help you, but I can help you find the perfect band! Check out the guys of Parks & Recreation. Their style is groovy and they're very talented musicians

An interview with an Indiana feller. In collaboration with Mike Postma.

A Profile of M.Shadows.

Just little tips that can make all the difference in the world.

This article describes one of the greatest rock bands ever.

Pretend Amy Lee from Evanescence went hardcore with more meaning lyrics. This is Flyleaf in the most basic of elements.

Katy Perry is taking on top acts with her witty lyrics and catchy tunes. Here's her take on the power of the internet and how the business won't take her integrity.

Megastars Fall Out Boy were named after the sidekick to Bart Simpson's favorite comic book character, but the show's potential for such inspiration is far from bled dry.

Jamie Robertson, lead singer for the Canadian rock band Mr. Completely, shares his thoughts about the band, their music and the passion they have for the music, in a "behind the scenes" look at the band

We will cover everything going on with Junior and their expectations of the future.

An interview with the head of Paris Motel to get ready for their journey to Austin, TX for the South by Southwest Music Festival.

The Bloody Irish Boys are the next big irish-punk band. They have the sound of acts like Flogging Molly and Social Distortion, while tying that together with traditional Irish Music.

A re-vamped Asobi Seksu, Japanese-fronted indie rock from Brooklyn, revives 90's shoegaze and noise-pop, with a hint of Shibuya-kei.

Hillsong United is the youth version of the standard Hillsongs CDs available in many Christian sections for praise/worship music. This is the latest entry for the United series.

Tips on getting paying gigs

Tips on buying radio receivers with TV sound bands.

The induction ceremony will be in association with The Blues Foundation's Charter Member Dinner on May 9 in Memphis, the night before the 2007 Blues Music Awards. The Blues Music Awards formerly were called Handy Awards.

Drugs and alcohol may help when watching, but you are going to need a good amount.

2-Film DVD Set of the incredible journey of The Who

We may not know exactly why Moleskine notebooks are as hot and popular as they are, we just know we love them. How many ways can you think to use a Moleskine? We'll get you started with a few tips and ideas!

Tips and tricks for Social network marketing and free music promotion online with facebook and my space.

You have that snacking feeling, you want to grab those cookies... but your on a diet. What do you do?!

Dr. Demento discusses his book, the blues, his show, and online music trading.

This paper considers whether or not contemporary popular music is responsible for revitalizing religiosity in America.

As the old phrase goes, "what's in a name?" Apparently more than meets the eye.

Look beyond the stigma associated with it and see it for its music.

We've all probably heard of "Roy G. Biv," but who is he or what does it mean?

Lady Chavez interviews an up and coming hip hop artists each week.

One of the web's most prolific liberal bloggers and writers, Julia at Sisyphus Shrugged has turned her keen eye on everything from the intricacies of New York politics, city and state government to conservatives and the nation at large.

Part of a longer research project that included a diverse collection of young people who are thinking about and making music today.

The annual festival thrown by local bar legend Charlie Tuna has come to an end. Thrown every year since long before this kid ever hit town, the festival takes place in the parking lot of Howard's Club H, 210 N. Main St. in Bowling Green Ohio.

Music Reviews of "jambands" Widespread Panic, String Cheese Incident, Jemimah Puddleduck, Warren Haynes, Gov't Mule, Keller Williams, The Radiators, Mr. Blotto and Little Feat.

Aspiring models spend hundreds of dollars to create a portfolio and market themselves to potential clients. However, there is a way to get around doing this.

New to MySpace? Never heard of it? Then read on.

Song lyrics resources are plentiful, but not all of them are worth the time looking at. This article shows you a few great places to find lyrics to your favorite songs.

For those who enjoy playing the guitar, free guitar tabs are invaluable, and there are numerous websites that offer free guitar tabs complete with lyrics. The following links will take you to some of the best.

Mostly fiction about the Athens, Georgia music scene. Alternatively, an honest look at the author's miserable failings as a scenester. Guaranteed self-immolating humor!

Wanna be indie cool? You need the right duds!

How to inexpensively listen to amateur (HAM) radio without an expensive transmitter, with purchasing and listening tips.

another School of Rock springs up...

Rock and roll has provided us with many unique band names throughout the years. We explore some of the more common "initial" bands and briefly discuss their history.

My name is Sue Ellen Kubiak, and today I have interviewed Sebastian from the band known as Tragic End, a band composed of talented, young men that are trying to make their mark here in San Antonio, TX.

Yoko Ono is suing Lennon Murphy over the use of the name Lennon. I explore this lawsuit over the name, and explore my own time in a band and what our name meant to us.

Most rock band tours are not very glamorous. This is a tale of touring in Canada in the dead of winter with a band, two dogs, and two kids.

Composed of four talented, young musicians, Tokyo offers entertaining performances of Indie/Pop/Rock music. Go to a performance in Hampton Roads, or contact Tokyo and convince them to come perform near you! This new Virginia Beach band is worth it!

Sometimes the best musicians are in the back making you feel scared.

Many performers are starting their own labels under which they can release their own records and/or other artist’s records. Some indie labels are no more than a name on a jewel case, while others are fully incorporated entities with trademarked names.

Most people only know Rob Zombie as a heavy metal artist and a new Hollywood director. The fact is Rob Zombie has built an entertainment empire that will allow him to become one of the biggest names in the world.

I decided that I would move away from my usual sports category to cover some music because quite frankly I'm surprised nobody has already done a profile on the best band ever! The New Kids on the Block!

I don't see urgency in today's music. I don't see the movement; from the musicians or the audience. Something, someday, will wake us all up, and when that happens, here are some of the names in music that people will find.

Unique music from the accomplished alternative side of life. Indie-rock, some Hinder,A Band of Bees, Infadel, Catnip and the Decemberist. Crafted with precision and honesty.

The article names the top ten people who came out of the closet in 2006.

It is a ew and exciting year for Elkader Opera House - and it begins its year of household names and new talent with a Piano Series.

Couples planning a wedding will find themselves making plenty of lists. The most difficult list is oftne the one that contains the names of your guests. These tips for writing your list may reduce the tension.

From 1968-2003 Peter Fauk amazed and entertained us as L/A's top detective, Columbo. Powerful industry names such as Steven Bochco and Steven Spielberg contributed to the quality of this TV series. Join us as we review the 10 best of the best episodes!

Many couples enjoy the thought of their names or a special message engraved on their wedding rings. Of course, engravings cost extra, so you might be limited by funds. Here are some great ways to save money on engraved wedding rings.

Spike Jonze has worked with numerous companies, brand names and music artists to give them a face. He is one of the most popular music video directors today and in very high demand. Read on to find out what qualifies his music videos as short film.

U218, a collection of some of U2's greatest singles, was released just last November. I was initially shocked that the band would do this, as they already have two Best Of albums - one for the 80's and another devoted to the 90's.

My name Is Terri Lynn. I was born in Nashville, TN. Music City USA. I have lived here most of my life, and have met many stars over the years. I have shared my band with a few and still do.From Country Music Hall Of Fame inductee Charlie Louvin to Montgomery & Gentry.

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is not going to just have big name electronics this year, it's also going to have big named stars. The biggest electronics show in the world is going to play host to several sports icons, musicians, and actors.

They became household names on the strength of the star power cast by their famous wives. Now that they're single again, do these ex-husbands have what it takes to remain in the limelight?

Living up to its reputation as a haven for artists of all types, Riverwest welcomes musical acts at its bars, cafes, and clubs. While bigger names perform at concert venues downtown, up-and-comers perform in Riverwest live music venues like these.

With nothing more than a piece of tracing paper, pencil, rubber band or eraser, and craft knife, you can make rubber stamps. The stamps you make are limited only by your imagination and patience. Here's two methods to make rubber stamps all your own.

Though a public exchange of vows and accompanying jewelry is meaningful, there are plenty of wedding ring alternatives for both gay and straight couples who want something different