What is the state of sampling in 2019? A new report explains what’s going on.
February 12th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
TrackLib is a service that allows creators of music to discover and license original recordings for use as samples in
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Want to live a healthier life? Start making music.
February 12th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
We all know about the health benefits of music. But if you want to take things to the max, you
Because it’s Tuesday, you could probably use this metal cover of “Thriller”
February 12th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
It’s another horrible day of winter weather across North America, so we could use a distraction. Try this masterpiece shot
Sting will bring his musical to Oshawa to support GM workers
February 12th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Sting will perform his musical The Last Ship in Oshawa on Thursday as a way of showing support for GM
Random music news for Tuesday, February 12, 2019
February 12th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Today is Charles Darwin’s birthday. Make sure you give a creationist a hug. And now, music news for February 12,
Weekly survey: A song or artist you’ve discovered from a TV show or movie
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
One of Netflix’s trending show these days is Russian Doll, the story of Nadia who keeps dying and being resurrected
UPDATE: Let’s start a totally unsubstantiated rumour about the Rolling Stones coming to Canada.
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
The Rolling Stones’ No Filter tour has been set in, er, stone–but there seems to be something afoot. A number
Listen to Linkin Park (sort of) as you rack up the balance on your Mastercard
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
When I buy something on credit, I feel guilt. Maybe what I need is a happy tune to play as
The post in which I give one final trashing of the Grammy Awards
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
I tried watching. I really, really tried. And yes, there were a few impressive (cf. Janelle Monae) performances. Overall, though,
Watch Chris Cornell’s kids accept a Grammy Award on behalf of their dad
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
When the nominees for the Grammy for Best Rock Performance were announced, it was hard not to hope that it
How about a music video shot in an airliner bathroom?
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Peter Brooke Turner creates theatre in one of the smallest and most uncomfortably places in the known universe: airplane bathrooms.
The answers to strange speeds, big holes, and other mysteries of vinyl.
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
[This was my weekend column for GlobalNews.ca. – AC] According to Nielsen SoundScan, more than a million brand new vinyl
“Paul Stanley” of a KISS tribute band has his hair go up in flames. Naturally, there’s video.
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
If you’re going to be around pyro, it’s probably best to make sure that your hair products aren’t flammable. Hairball,
Random music news for Monday, February 11, 2019
February 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
I still can’t get over this Jeff Bezos vs. The National Enquirer thing, especially when you distill it down to
Grammy Award predictions? Okay, if I must. [UPDATED with the actual winners in the rock categories, too.]
February 10th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Let’s be very, very clear about what the Grammys are. First and foremost, they’re a prime time network TV show
Move over, Peter Frampton and Richie Sambora. Lucille Ball got to the talk box first.
February 10th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Everyone’s heard a guitar played through a talk box although you may not know it. Richie Sambora brought one out
A metal spin on traditional music for Chinese New Year
February 10th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Chinese New Year is one of the biggest holiday periods on the planet, filled with family, gifts, travel, food, and
The Grammys are tonight. Could this be the start of a big year for rock?
February 10th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
The only reason I’m going to watch the Grammys tonight is because it’s my job. Okay, maybe there’s one other
Rock My World Canada, chapter 45: Simple Plan
February 10th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
[Mike Carr has put together a massive volume on Canadian music history entitled Canadian Alternative & Indie Reference and Collector’s Guide. It’s
Tool album release update: “Between mid-May and mid-July.”
February 9th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Let’s review what we know so far. We know that recording of the new Tool album is complete. Mixing has
Your weird music video for the weekend
February 9th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
I know, I know. You’re looking at the still frame below and wonder “What. The. F**K?” But don’t pre-judge. If
Oddsmakers set for this weekend’s Grammy Awards
February 9th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
My feelings about the Grammys? An abyss of disdain. The event has long lost its edge, relevance, or even entertainment
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