Under the RIAA’s updated parameters, an album receives platinum certification after 1 million sales or 1.5 billion streams, with 1,500 streams equaling one sale. In this list, we’ll count down to the United States’ highest-selling album of all time, but with a twist. Today, we’re only looking at original studio albums, meaning we’re excluding live performances […]

Vinyl records have something about them that makes for an extra-special music listening experience. While the format has seen its days as the dominant form of music consumption pass by, listeners still love the novelty appeal vinyl albums hold. If you’re starting or expanding your collection, it’s important to become familiar with the finer details […]

You may never score a touchdown in the NFL or dunk over LeBron James in the NBA, but you can get the next-best feeling by playing the best sports video games ever made. Whether they originally came out on PlayStation, Xbox or even the original Nintendo, these games give you the thrills of playing without […]

VHS tapes were once the most common way to watch movies from home, but time quickly changed the preferred format. As a result, you may have dozens of old videotapes that are no longer compatible with your modern TV. But like so many, you have a lot of fond memories of your old videos — […]

If you’re a musician, you know sometimes a DIY mentality is best. You can skip spending your hard-earned money on professional studio time, and you’ll always be ready to record the moment inspiration hits you. But if you want to experience the joys of DIY music recording, you’re going to need the right gear. What […]

If you listen to a lot of music, you know what a difference the type of guitar can make. From loudly rocking out in a metal band to the mellow sounds of an acoustic guitar gently plunking in the background, guitar music comes in many different formats. You may wonder why there’s a need for […]

If you’ve ever seen old PlayStation consoles, you may wonder how they evolved to offer the incredible gaming format you see today with the PlayStation 5. Our guide to Sony video game consoles tells you how they came about and helps you decide if you’re trying to pick between all the PlayStation consoles. The History of […]

Playing a musical instrument is fun — you get to express yourself through sound, make music with friends, and maybe even perform at local coffee shops or bars. Learning an instrument also offers benefits for your mind, health, and overall well-being. The benefits of playing an instrument on the brain include increased intelligence, better memory, […]