The Paul Reed Smith Core “Floyd” Custom 24 is equipped with the time-tested Floyd Rose “original” tremolo and locking nut system and PRS’s trademark pickups. PRS unveiled this iconic instrument to the public for the first time at Winter NAMM 1985, and this edition is sure to impress. The solid body electric guitar puts the sound, playability, and gorgeous looks of the Custom line into a high-quality yet affordable instrument. The Special Edition comes with the PRS-designed SE gig bag.
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Contemporary Music Center’s 4410 Club
On any given Friday night, a harmonious cloud of energy makes its way to Haymarket, Virginia’s well-known performance space. Modeled after some of the most notorious American clubs, 4410 quickly made its mark as an exclusive venue
Rugged Receiver
Shure’s GLXD6 wireless guitar pedal receiver has a built-in tuner with both strobe and needle tuning views. A foot switch enables shifting between wireless display and tuner mode with the option to mute or pass the audio signal while tuning. The pedal’s integrated LINKFREQ Automatic Frequency Management technology seamlessly analyzes the RF spectrum to determine […]
Jason Matthews Fulfills His Dream of Being a Hit Songwriter
Jason Matthews moved to Nashville in 1995 to follow his dream of becoming a songwriter. His first big hit was “That’s Just Jesse” recorded by Kevin Denney in 2000. Today, Matthews is a full-time songwriter for Warner/Chappell and has written hit songs for many big name artists, including Billy Currington’s recording of “Must Be Doin’ Somethin’ Right,” Luke Bryan’s “Muckalee Creek Water,” and Trace Adkins’ “Tough People Do.”
A Love Affair with All Things Ukulele
Some might say the stars aligned. Others might say it was the perfect convergence of a laid back instrument with a laid back community. But when Donna and Peter Thomas threw a “ukulele extravaganza” party that immediately grew too big for the house, the Ukulele Club of Santa Cruz was born.
Cumbia: The Sound of Colombia
Today, cumbia is one of the most popular and widespread genres in Latin America. Its roots are in Colombia, but cumbia is a blend of music and cultural traditions from indigenous Colombians, Africans, and Europeans, particularly the Spanish. It first began near the ports and coastal settlements where Spanish traders and descendents of African slaves settled.
Developing Great Practice Habits
To ensure constant progress and high motivation you have to develop practice habits that will keep you interested and challenged. I am going to explain my philosophy and outline ideas to help you design your perfect practice regiment.
Game Review of BANDFUSE: Rock Legends
Whether you play guitar daily or have never touched one in your life, Bandfuse is a game that you need to try. Bandfuse allows you to take a real guitar and plug it in and play through your console. The game is set up to please and challenge both novice and advanced players.
Virtual Ukulele Ensemble
Daniel Ho has hatched a plan for the first ever Worldwide Virtual Ukulele Ensemble video. The Virtual Ukulele Ensemble will be a video of hundreds of ukulele players from around the world all playing the same song.