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The NAMM Show 2024: Unveiling the Rhythm of Innovation in Anaheim

  The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) is poised to ignite the music industry once again as it hosts the eagerly anticipated NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, from January 25th to 28th, 2024. Renowned as one of the globe’s premier gatherings for music, audio, and entertainment technology, this annual event promises an extravaganza of […]

GrandMixer GMS: Pioneering DubHop – A Fusion of 808 and Dubstep

Shaun Jones, known in the music world as GrandMixer GMS, is a multi-talented artist, DJ, remixer, turntablist, producer, and radio mixshow host who has brought us a unique fusion of 808 and Dubstep, resulting in the electrifying genre known as DubHop. His latest releases,  “808 + Dubstep = DubHop”  and “Can U Flow 2 This?” […]

4 Musical Styles You Can Use for Inspiration

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 Image:  License: 617414954 It can be difficult to create interesting musical tracks if you aren’t feeling it. Use this guide to get in touch with your muse and find some inspiration. Creating music can be a lot of fun, but it takes work to get good. For some people, having a range of genres to […]

Interview: GrandMixer GMS – Uniting Jiu-Jitsu, Hip-Hop, and MMA with Unstoppable Passion!

In the dynamic convergence of rhythms and combat, GrandMixer GMS has masterfully carved a distinctive path, skillfully fusing the beats of DJing with the intensity of MMA training. A genuine modern Renaissance personality, his journey defies norms, intricately intertwining the strands of Jiu-Jitsu, melody, movement, Hip-Hop, and motivation. Emerging onto the scene as a breakdancing […]

Canadian Songstress JC Sol Sets the Groove in Motion with Captivating R&B Sound

 JC Sol, the dynamic Canadian-born singer/songwriter, is making waves in the music industry with her soulful and refreshing R&B sound. Drawing inspiration from the timeless grooves of Motown, Philly sound, and classic R&B, JC Sol has crafted a musical style that bridges the gap between retro and modern, capturing the essence of both eras in […]

Captivating Alt-Country Charm: The Hello Darlins Release New Single “Don’t You Fall”

Canadian alt-country collective The Hello Darlins have returned with their latest single, “Don’t You Fall,” giving us a delightful taste of what to expect from their forthcoming sophomore album, “The Alders & The Ashes,” scheduled for an early 2024 release. Led by Romani-Canadian musician Candace Lacina and renowned Hammond B3 player Mike Little, The Hello […]