Archive for Music

The Revival of Vinyl Are vinyl records coming back? With the rise of newer technology and digital streaming services, it might come as a surprise to learn that vinyl records have experienced a surge in popularity.  In 2022, record sales officially surpassed CD sales for the first time since the 1980s. Gen-Z has greatly contributed to the […]

Like a movie soundtrack, the music playing while you explore enchanted lands or blast away alien enemies in a video game sets the tone and propels the story forward. To celebrate this art form, we’ve compiled a list of the best video game soundtracks of all time. 1. Journey (2012) One of the few video […]

The Telecaster and Stratocaster are two of the most legendary guitars in history. Many iconic musicians play the Strat or Telecaster, and both guitars have left their mark on music history.  Electric guitarists love quibbling over which is better, but what is so unique about Fender guitars, and why are guitarists so passionate about the […]

The 80s were alive with new and exciting musical genres and sub-genres inspired by icons of the 60s and 70s, and this era gave us some of the most influential bands of all time. Here are our picks for the top 10 bands from the 80s. 1.The Cure Influenced primarily by 70s punk bands and […]

While music is personal for each listener, there are some records every collector should own, regardless of age or musical preferences. These are some of the top vinyl records to collect.   Rumors – Fleetwood Mac As one of the top-selling albums in the past decade, “Rumors” is full of hits listeners of any age can appreciate.  […]

Some genres are better for road trips than others. For instance, you may want to avoid music that will chill you out too much or get you too hyped up. Listen to songs that strike a pleasant balance where you can remain alert and level-headed. Rock, pop and hip-hop are all excellent genres to turn […]

Summerfest 2023 is right around the corner. This year, an eclectic selection of artists spanning numerous genres will make their way to Milwaukee to provide a week of spectacular music. As you decide which acts you want to see during the festival, check out this list to discover the best song from some of the […]

Listening to a greatest hits album is an excellent way to familiarize yourself with a classic artist or to rediscover your love for a band. Many fans adore the greatest hits collections, so many of the best compilation albums have seen incredible record sales. Here are the bestselling greatest hits albums of all time.  Queen […]

Over the years, you’ve collected a lot of band t-shirts. But your touring days are getting fewer and far between, and many of those t-shirts are getting ratty, out of style, or just don’t fit anymore. All is not lost! There’s a lot you can do with those old concert shirts, including: Make a Choker […]

You probably have friends who claim they can tell the difference between vinyl and any other type of music format. You may even think you can hear the telltale distinctions between vinyl, cassettes, and CDs. But is there any difference, or is it just wishful thinking? There are ways to discern what you listen to, […]