If you have a brass musical instrument that you love, you know that one of the most important things about owning brass is proper care and maintenance. What’s the best way to take care of your precious brass instruments? The best way to take care of your brass instrument is to clean it on a […]

How much does it cost to start a DJ business? The answers can appear disheartening — big numbers like $10,000 to $30,000 are enough to scare you away from the game before you even begin playing. But with some creativity and research, it’s possible to get started without breaking the bank. In this article, we’ll […]

Everything old is new again! In a world of “Mass Effect,” “Skyrim” and “Call of Duty” — hyper-realistic, heavily detailed games that transport you to another world — you might think there’s no room for your old favorites. But nostalgia for these games of yesteryear lives on — especially since mobile provides the perfect format […]

How’s your vinyl collection doing? If you’re a fan of vintage music in Milwaukee, you have no doubt combed Milwaukee independent record stores looking for some of the classics that you can enjoy at home — scratchy sounds, feedback hiss and all! But how many really rare LPs do you have in your collection? You […]

Before you buy a microphone, it’s helpful to know the basics of how they work. It can also help when troubleshooting issues such as feedback and the wrong “sound.” Here’s a breakdown of what goes into these devices that amplify the sound of your voice. Types of Microphones There are three primary types of microphones: […]

If you have electronics, computers, musical instruments, video games or other items of value and you need to convert them to quick cash, you may be considering a pawn shop exchange store. Here are a few basics about how pawn shops work, how pawn shop loans work, and why you might want to consider a […]

Drummers are the unsung heroes of the music world, dutifully keeping the beat in the background while the guys up front grab all the glory. But there are some drummers who have really managed to distinguish themselves over the years as men at the top of their craft. Here, then, are the ten greatest drummers […]

Got old video game controllers lying around? When new game systems come out, most people toss their old controller — but some diehards keep everything. At this point, though, there’s a chance that the game system those controllers belong to doesn’t work anymore, or that the games you used to play are long gone and […]

At $60 a pop, new video games are a bit on the expensive side. But they’re nothing compared to some of the games on this list. These are older video games that have somehow become collectors’ items. Usually, the explanation is that the game is rare, due to a limited production run or limited availability, […]

The guys up front. Sometimes they carry the band, sometimes the band carries them, but they always represent what the band is all about. The front men are the faces of the band — the first name everyone knows. It can mean eternal glory or shame, depending on the band’s fortunes. Here are ten of […]