The 16 Best Canadian Rock Bands of All Time: Legendary Artists from the Great White North When you think of regional rock music, which country comes to mind? The UK? U.S.? While both countries spawned some of the most legendary bands, don't forget about our friends in Canada! I used to date a guy who […]
As a 90s kid, I was at the prime age when rock bands from the 2000s emerged. I was there when Linkin Park was played on the radio daily, worshipped emo bands, and attended my first Warped Tour when I was 13. Now that I'm in my 30s, I can look back on these times […]
There are many guitars that are perfect for playing metal, but many say the B.C. Rich Warlock is the best metal guitar. The B.C. Rich Warlock is a great metal guitar, and for reasons other than its extreme design. The Warlock is one of the most unique lines that B.C. Rich has ever produced. Even […]
Yamaha Corporation is one of the biggest global brands, selling a variety of products. But Yamaha is especially well-known for their musical gear, which generated $2.47 billion US dollars in 2020 alone. The APX500III is a hard-to-find guitar that packs a lot of punch. Even though it’s a beginner’s guitar, it’s still one of the […]
I've purchased from Sweetwater a couple of times, but I'm always looking for new businesses to support. When I was looking around for new strings, I came across Zzounds. Like Sweetwater, they sell new and used various instruments and gear. Their prices are good, and the website looks legit. But I wondered if Zzounds was […]
I have an acoustic guitar and keyboard collecting dust in my home and have been wondering how to sell them. My initial thought was selling them DIY--after all, at least half of my friends are musicians, so I wouldn't have a problem finding buyers. Selling them to a Guitar Center or Sam Ash is convenient, […]
With online shopping, buying instruments and gear online is easier now than ever. When I started playing bass, I was stuck going to Guitar Center or the local music store, hoping they had what I needed. Now, you can go online and shop at a myriad of online stores. You have many options, though Musician's […]
I practically grew up in music stores. There was a local music shop near me where my brother and I got music lessons and all our instruments. But there were times when the local music store didn't carry what we needed, so we would have to go to the corporate music stores. In our area, […]
The bass guitar is the heart of many bands, and as much as you may try, you just can’t ignore it. The soulful rhythm played on the bass forms the backbone of many melodies, and is often used by other musicians to develop the musical depth we all love. Like other instruments, there is a […]
When you want to buy a guitar or need some gear, it's easy to stop by your local Guitar Center. But I'm someone who likes to order from different companies, especially when it comes to music gear. Something small like strings and picks I order online. So years ago, I was searching around websites to […]