Like any other bands, the Journey’s journey to success is rough and rocky. They went through a lot and made numerous line-ups up to this time. The Journey’s success was met with too much criticism and the road to success was never easy for them. They even have to look for a new lead vocalist one after another, for some reason or another. Lastly, the Journey’s Neal Schon saw Arnel Pineda on YouTube, a filipino singer singing covers of Journey songs with his band The Zoo. They hired Arnel Pineda resulting in the success of their next album, Revelation when it debuted at No.5 on the Billboard charts. It even sold over 196,000 units in the firs two weeks and stayed on the top 20 for six weeks. All these successes continue to happen now and Journey tickets for their concerts are always sold out. The fans never failed to always check for Journey tickets whenever they want to hear them sing their songs, then and now.
August 29, 2011
June 20, 2011
How I Finally Learned to Play Guitar
I took a group guitar lesson last year with a friend of mine. He wasn’t really into it and after about the first month he started not being able to make the lessons. I of course didn’t usually go on my own if he couldn’t go so the result was that we both ended up more or less just backing off and not learning. My guitar ended up sitting on the stand in the corner for a few months until I figured there must be a DVD or online course I could purchase to teach myself how to play. What I ended up finding was a great acoustic guitar lessons dvd course. It had 20 different discs full on content on it and I was thrilled with it. I’ve been learning using the dvds for about three months now and I have to say the instruction quality is top notch and I think that I’d be hard pressed to find better quality even if I did decide on taking private lessons.
March 29, 2011
Should You Buy a Gaming Headset?
The great thing about playing video games is that the hobby accommodates different styles and tastes. Some people prefer different genres and others will always have a preference for a particular type of controller or way of interacting with their favorite game. But no matter what type of gamer you are, there is no doubt that a set of wireless headphones can revolutionize the way you do things. With a quality product will be able to enjoy things much more with whatever type of game you are playing. For example, they can add to your first person shooter experience by allowing you to hear every little detail that is going on around you. You will feel like you are actually a part of the battle environment, and that might mean the difference between death and survival in some games. You will be able to hear your enemies reloading their guns or the call of your teammates when they need help and supporting cover fire. It can turn a simple game into a newfound experience where you actually feel like a soldier.
A gaming headset can also you help you to enjoy role-playing games since sound is an integral feature in this type of category as well. Even when you are not immersed in action it helps to be able to hear all of the sounds associated with being in the middle of a vibrant village. Or it can help you to enjoy things more when the soundtrack begins to swell in your years, thereby making you feel like an action hero who was about to embark on an impressive quest. These days there are more games that require gaming headset technology than ever, and that means that you want to get your hands on a quality product so that you don’t get left behind in the dust. Console gamers can also use wireless headphones that the hook up to their television, and in this way they can get enjoyment with other accessories in their home entertainment room as well.
March 20, 2011
Wah Wah Guitar Pedal Documentary
I recently watched this Wah Wah Guitar Pedal Documentary and found it to be quite fascinating. It includes some really interesting information about how the pedal was first created and about how it was first used with tons of great interviews with guitarists who really know what they are talking about.
It’s incredible to think about how quickly after the wah wah pedal was first invented (in 1966) that it began being used by guitarists like Frank Zappa, Eric Clapton, and Jimi Hendrix.
I think that goes to show that back in the ’60s these rock legends were looking for the latest technology to advance their music just as people look for the latest technology today.
I find that illuminating because often times “stick in the mud” type people who glorify classic rock but don’t have time for new music seem to look down upon modern day experimentation with new technology.
In my opinion the way to really emulate the music geniuses of the past isn’t to try to sound just like them but to try to match their imagination and their ambition for new sounds.
March 19, 2011
I Can Be Cool Like That Guy Beside Me
I was driving down the road one day, and I heard the base of this car next to me. It sounded sweet! The guy was jamming to some cool music. I thought to myself, “Man, I’ve got to have something like that.” So, I made up my mind to purchase one of those subwoofer enclosures from somewhere.
When I was surfing the net, I found this Subwoofer Sales site. I was amazed to find that this site had a whole ton of subwoofer boxes to choose from. There were vented subwoofer enclosures, sealed subwoofer enclosures, and a number of different brands.
I ended up buying one of the Alpine subwoofer Boxes. Needless to say, I am happy with it. Since my purchase, I travel with the base jumping, just like that guy beside me that day. I can have the cool music playing, and I can feel like I rule the streets.
February 21, 2011
Piano is Fun Works for Learners of All Ages
There is no age limit when it comes to learning how to play the piano. With Dr. Anthony Fernando’s Piano is Fun, students of all ages will learn the basics of this craft without having to deal with boring practice exercises and lessons.
Because of the colorful interactive exercises that are used for all the 20 lessons in the package, people often make the mistake of thinking that Piano is Fun was designed for children. On the contrary, this learning tool will be able to help anybody learn how to play the piano, no matter how old he is.
The interface used by Piano is Fun is very user friendly, and simple enough to understand. This makes it an effective tool in learning to locate the notes on the piano’s black and white keys. In addition to this, the basics involved in playing the instrument are also taught in simple and easy-to-understand lessons. For this reason, Piano is Fun has been known to be a very good educational tool for aspiring pianists.
October 2, 2010
The Guitar Party in the Retirement Home
Once I was visiting my grandmother in the convalescent home. She has been there for a few years, and is still doing pretty good. She had called me beforehand, and asked me if I’d give an acoustic guitar lesson to some of the residents. I said, sure, why not. So I brought my trusty six string, and we had a grand old time playing some old favorites. Many of those folks that live there are pretty good musicians, I can only imagine what it was like for them back in the day before old age set in. I heard some crazy stories. And even if the embellishments were only fifty percent true, those guys did some shocking things back in the day. I thought I was a crazy kid, but some of the things I heard from those old people would make your head spin. Parties in churches, drinking alcohol in public, and playing the wrong chord on purpose in church. Boy, I’ll tell you, those guys are something. I hope I have as many good memories as they do when I get their age.
October 1, 2010
Learn to Play Guitar Through a DVD
Guitar beginners find many different ways to learn the basics and advanced guitar techniques at this time. Some established guitar books, however, many others want to learn guitar online. Do you know you also can learn the basic and advanced techniques of playing the guitar through a DVD? Yes, learning how to play guitar through a DVD, that is already possible today. The popularity of DVD packages guitar lesson is really growing and that’s why, many beginners are confused in choosing the most economical and efficient way to learn to play guitar. If you wish to learn to play guitar, you need to determine the learning style which works for you. There are a few pros and cons to learn to play the guitar through the use of DVD. Look carefully at these things before purchasing any package of DVD guitar superstars lesson. When you have answered these questions, you already can determine if DVD guitar lessons work for you. This method can also be much less expensive than hiring a private guitar teacher. Unless you can pay for to shell out on private tutors, finding a DVD program is a great way to learn what you should know about playing the guitar.
July 23, 2010
Ibanez Rg320 — Some Disadvantages Of Buying Online
I will readily advice you to buy your Ibanez RG320 online if you want my opinion. However, there are situations where that might NOT actually be the best for you. I’ll give you some of those situations here…
i. If you have NOT really had enough time to check out this guitar and everything you know and believe about it is based on other people’s opinion. There can’t be any substitute for holding and playing a guitar. Yes, good video reviews will give you a lot of useful information but they won’t let you get the feel of the guitar yourself.
ii. Are you the type who’d prefer to focus on playing your music than getting stuck with an allen wrench. Then you might want to buy from a physical store with experienced folks who can help you adjust everything to the way you actually prefer them. There’s no way an online store can do that for you.
iii. Do you want to start playing your guitar right away? Then you have to drive into the guitar shop and pick your instrument. An order from an online store will take at least a day no matter how close by it is to you.