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DRUM N BASS  

Drum & bass remains an underground genre of music, dwarfed by rap and other popularized, overly simple genres of music. This article looks at the highlights of drum & bass music and why it may appeal to broader audiences, given more promotion.

Review of Remo's Powersonic Bass Drum heads as tested on a 20" Bass Drum.

These are the first set of double bass drum pedals I have ever bought, and I still use them today. For the money, they are better than anything else in this price range.

The bass drum is truly the heartbeat of the music. Here are some tips for making it thump loud and strong.

Electronic drum sets offer many benefits over acoustic drums. If you want to buy an electronic set, you will need to consider a few things first. Some of these things include pads, module, and speakers. This article will...

Here is my honest review of the ZOOM MRT-3 Rhythm Trak Drum Machine based on owning and using it in my music practice and recording.

Bass players; do you love the angry growl of overdriven tube distortion, but hate the weak bottom end that comes with it? Well, any old garage band bassist can build an effective stereo bass amp outfit without going broke. Here's how:

Here are some of the techniques I've found to be helpful when recording bass guitar in a home studio.

In this article I'll take a look at how muddy bass signals get that way, and what home studios can do to prevent that unnatural, lifeless sound that tends to pop up so often in bass tracks.

Here are some tips on making your FL Studio 7 songs sound like a live drummer is on the track.

Digitech BP200 Bass Modeling Processor Review - Here is my honest review of this Bass multi-effects processor pedal based on my experiences owning and using it on stage and in practice.

The Ludwig 5 piece Accent CS Combo drumset is a lot of drums for a great price. If you want to 'pound the skins' this set is a great way to get the look and sound you're after without breaking the bank.

An portion of a journal writing about the daily experiences in the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps.

Understand djembe drum tones, construction materials and the best brands of african djembes.

When I think of color in terms of music it is the kaleidoscopic tones played from a harmonic perspective.

One fan's Top Ten list of Jeff Buckley songs.

When it comes to the famous 1812 overture, it seems there are an amazing number of variations performed on the Fourth of July but Indianapolis is my favorite spot to be.

Percussion has been the foundation for musical composition for over 8,000 years. But the art of drumming has come a long way in America, from its early jazz days of Buddy Rich and Art Blakey to today's fusion innovators Billy Cobham and Jon Blackwell Jr

This fairly young genre is now exploding all over the world, or is it? The music of the future.

This is not a comprehensive list by any means, and tomorrow I might have dropped out one or two and inserted another one or two.

Quick review of record shops in Miami Beach.

Musicians on a budget, or those who want a simple machine to jam with, can hardly do better for the low prices HR-16s sell at on eBay. In fact, the next-cheapest option is a plain old beepy metronome.

Nelly Furtado is back with her new album, Loose. The overall tone of this third disc is a pleasing, club friendly, fun sound. Aversions aside, the album is hip, fresh, young and should get great play on radio and in club venues.

review of the debut double CD from drum & bass artists Craggz & Parallel Forces.

A look into the nightlife of London.

This article briefly explains why many home-recorded mixes are quieter than expected and then describes a process for making louder, hotter mixes.

Out of print and public domain

Where you saw locked doors, I knew there were keys, I saw curiousity therefore hoped for possibilities. I tasted the music. I saw the sound. The walls breathed life. The voices I heard I knew existed... My mind turned the volume up so that I could listen...

Indian Fusion/Asian Underground music is one of the fastest growing genres of music. Find out about the four pioneers of Indian Fusion music, where they are from, how they got started, and where to find their music.

Once you see Carl Palmer live, he'll ruin you for most other drum solos.

An article about 10 overlooked albums.

Behind every irritating commercial must be an intriguing story. If not, it's well worth making up one. Have a bit of fun with a television ad that has kept many of our nerves on edge.

Bizarre is back with his first LP. You've heard him in D12, now he's back to give you a taste of his day-to-day life. This is what it's like living in a Hannicap Circus!

We had only stooped at the bar in St. Louis for a quick drink and to rest a bit after an all day shopping trip when legendary blues pianist James Crutchfield decided to sit down at our table......

SWAT 4 is an interesting FPS that provides enough unique features to make it a special PC FPS title.

Though bop was directed more towards an African-American audience and film noir to a mass audience, both contain characteristics that make them the antithesis of their predecessors.

A review of the fly-fishing opportuntiies available in North Carolina's famed Outer Banks.

Fantasma el Rey loves listening to this blend of country and rhythm and blues as much as The Little Willies love playing it.

Ben Lee's Awake Is the New Sleep is unpretentious and filled with clever lyrics and irresistible pop hooks.

The band members all came from Huntington Beach, California. They all love to party, but say they stay sober during the recording of the new album, and try to during tour. They faced a lot of difficulties growing up.

A hellish date complete with rain and a man in black.

Legendary Michael "MC Serch" Berrin of the white 1980s group 3rd Bass emcees the event, showcasing up-and-coming white rappers in a quest to become next Eminem

Have you heard the octavations, the Moog-ish bass lines, and the 4/4 thumping of the 808 and thought simultaneously that it all sounded familiar, yet fresh?

A poem about a young woman marching to the beat of the wrong drum.

Creating a good song usually needs a good rhythm or beat. Recording a drum part can be a tricky task, but not that difficult with some practice. Here is a guide to get you started in recording your drum parts.

Baby Boomer investments, vintage guitars and drum sets.

Eight of rock and roll's best power trios square off in a single elimination tournament to determine who is best. Factors being considered include: Guitar, drums, bass, singing, songwriting, and more.

One of the big pieces of news to hit is certainly its expansion into the world of drums and vocals. Guitar Hero has one-upped Rock Band with 3 drum pads (red, blue and green), one bass pedal and two cymbal pads (yellow and orange).

A concert review of The Quartet of Happiness, a theatrical jazz group which visited Coe College in 2006.

The secondary release off the back of 2005's 'Hold Your Colour,' Pendulum have been branded sell outs by their original fans for changing their drum and bass roots into a more rock direction. I don't agree, find out why..

Fastshell is a band based out of Hugo, Minnesota. The members include Adam Borkchard on bass, lead and backing vox, Mark Ostlund with lead rhythm guitars, Wade Froelich playing lead and backing guitar and vox, and Shawn Mouchapou with the beats.

Transmigration has well-played music technically, but it has no soul, no spirit that keeps you listening and wanting to hear more.

Choosing what, when, where and the type of equipment when pier fishing is an important decision. Piers are open to all so always use common sense and it will keep tempers down; remember it is a public pier and we are all out here to have fun.

Nothing says summertime like a festival. Festivals draw communities together, allowing them to enjoy local foods and entertainment with the whole family. Oklahoma City has several festivals coming this summer.

A band's drummer might not get much attention from the fans, but he fills us in on the ins and outs of gigs, women, and twirling the sticks.

An outstanding album by two brilliant musicians. The joy they experienced in making the album can be heard throughout and is shared by the listener.

I admit I am no In Flames expert. I was introduced to the Swedish, melodic death metal unit not too long ago when a member of another site sent me a handful of songs spanning from different albums.

The Flaming Lips, being a completely original and off the wall band, has always tried to strive for something new, but when they decided to make an experimental album, they took it to a whole new level.

Review of the Prodigy concert in Chicago on March 20th.

The Blackstone Valley Sinners are the self-proclaimed "#1 Country Band in all of Rhode Island."

Some of the songs sound as if they could have been recorded by Alan Lomax sixty-odd years ago in the deep South by old sharecroppers. At the same time the sounds are very modern.

An informative piece about Joseph Hyden's Symphony No. 94. Includes a structural analysis and descriptions of key points in the musical piece. Written with musical terminology.

Will Matt be able to hold it together to record the band's first album?

Rather than being a comedic novelty act like Dread Zeppelin, Dub Side of the Moon is a serious artistic endeavor by earnest, talented musicians that works surprisingly well,

Review of the new release by the Los Angeles-based prog metal band Tool

Dick Dale, the originator of the Southern California surf music sound, brings his signature style to the Santa Monica Pier summer concert series.

A review of New Order's album, Brotherhood.

The blue crab has made the state of Maryland famous. Who would come to Maryland without eating a famous Maryland crabcake? The crab is both a formal and informal symbol of the State of Maryland.

The band's performance is solid throughout, tackling every style effectively and with ease, while Olga's strong, passionate vocals weave it all together.

a strong album that I haven't found a weak point in yet

Short and to the point, the Kids need work. They struggle to make their mark, but I've made more impressive skid marks.

Eight flags have been raised over Amelia Island, quite a claim for such a pint-sized place. Like real estate anywhere, the quest for ownership has to do with location, location, location.

3rd World War is a tremendous statement for the band both musically and lyrically

A review of New Order's third album: Low-life.

I can honestly say that this is my favorite cd ever. Queensryche is one of the greatest bands I've ever had the luxury of hearing. On this cd, they perfect the art of rock and roll.

Cjeff takes the city of New Orleans and turns it into an instrumental picture

These stores offer a vast array of musical equipment and services, for the professional musician or for the person who just plays for fun.

The IPod is a definite second to this gadget. This thing does everything, from playing music, to watching videos. There are some cons about it though that we will go over.

Bags Meets Wes! is a phenomenal set of tracks recorded by a talented group of artists who push each other to greatness. It's a great album for parties, but is better appreciated when you listen and focus on each man's contributions.

Audacity is an excellent recording program, and for those who can barely afford the electricity that powers their instruments, it's completely free and open source.

The shameless self-promoter has the streets buzzing with this debut release from the texas rapper with more bling in his mouth than on his hands.

Any �90s radio listener would have had a hard time dodging the Gin Blossoms' mega-hits "Hey Jealousy" or "Till I Hear It From You." After the Blossoms split, one of the new groups to come out of it was the Gas Giants.

Fleetwood Mac's seminal albums have been reissued on cd with cleaned up sound and lots of extras. Record companies are fond of this practice and some discs are worth the re-buy. This guide will help you decide if it's time to upgrade your Mac collection.