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Ernie Ball Winner Darryl Williams Weighs In On The Jazz Channel

posted: September 25, 2011

It’s no wonder that Darryl Williams‘ talents have led to a successful career in the jazz world. Take one listen to his smooth jazz-inspired tracks and we guarantee you’ll be feeling mellow in no time.…
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Press Shuffle: Songs To Freestyle To

posted: September 21, 2011

This week our targets are the Urban Channels. We focus particularly on the rhythmic characteristics of these genres: anything from vocal metrical structure to thick, groovy bass lines to old-school drum samples. There’s so much…
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Soundcheck Album Preview: Will J.Cole Take Over With 'Cole World'?

posted: September 20, 2011

Jermaine Lamarr Cole, better known as J.Cole, has been hip hop’s best kept secret for years.  Ever since Jay-Z signed him to RocNation, we’ve been waiting to hear what all the hype was about.  After his…
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Metal Monday: Wolves In The Throne Room Trace "Celestial Lineage"

posted: September 19, 2011

For some time in the metal community, there has been a divide between those who do things traditionally and those who work outside of the box. Historically, there aren’t a lot of bands that bridge…
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Press Shuffle: Artist Access

posted: September 14, 2011

There’s something to be said about the Artist Access Channel here in OurStage. Yes, it’s the Premium Member Channel. Yes, the prizes absolutely kick ass. Yes, it’s extremely competitive (even more reason to dive in…
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Live Wired [Review]: Lupe Fiasco

posted: September 14, 2011

In this week’s edition of Live Wired, we’re switching things up a little bit. We’ve featured show review of fun and laid-back summer concerts such as Guster and Jack’s Mannequin and The Weepies. This time,…
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