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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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,
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
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.
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
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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