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Festivus: Farewell Festival Season
posted: August 19, 2010
August is closer to over than beginning, which means the same for summer, and this column. And while there are a few festivals left that dare to stretch their wings into the fall months”Austin City…
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Tune Up: Ashdown Bass Rig Review
posted: August 19, 2010
If you ask any bassist what amp they choose, you’ll hear a wide variety of answers. Some people swear by Ampeg or Gallien Krueger, but my personal choice is Ashdown. This week I’m offering a…
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Harmony: Indie Rock Finds Its Voice(s)
posted: August 18, 2010
Ask a music fan in their late 30s or 40s “ preferably one stuck in their formidable years, and not an old hipster “ to define indie rock as a sound, and you’ll unquestionably hear…
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Behind the Mic: How a Cover Song Can Boost Your Career
posted: August 18, 2010
Many bands start off their first practice by learning a cover song, but even seasoned acts can benefit from playing someone else’s music. A cover song can be a great career booster, and an easy…
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GuacaMusic: Mojito Cubano
posted: August 18, 2010
If you’ve had Cuban food, you know nothing beats pairing your Ropa Vieja (shredded flank steak in a tomato sauce base) with frijoles (beans), plantains, and of course a Mojito”that exquisite mixture of lime juice, sugar…
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Q&A With Bouncing Souls
posted: August 17, 2010
It’s impossible to enter the realm of current fast-paced, punk rock music without mentioning Bouncing Souls. The name itself implies upbeat, intense music. These Jersey skate punk legends have been on the scene since 1987,…
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