Have you ever experienced waking up to music playing on your head, one that you haven’t heard before? This is what I have oftentimes experienced, and these unique songs are not the same. I would wake up to such strange melodies and lyrics, and as intense as they appear in my dreams and upon waking […]
I’ve always wondered how it is to be a DJ – what’s really with those great-sounding well-modulated voices on the radio? Aside from playing songs, they talk about the artists, share some music trivia, succumb to playing our requested songs, entertain callers from a non-stop ringing phone, and play those obligatory radio commercials. It’s like […]
It’s always a joy to the ears to listen to music being played well – voices in harmony, lyrics are spot on, and the instruments properly tuned. Whether an artist or band is playing music by the streets or in a huge concert hall, a lot of preparation and practice are the keys to producing […]
Lately I’ve been listening to a lot of Switchfoot songs, particularly from their 2005 album Nothing is Sound. I love most of the songs in this album, but Setting Sun is one song that I can’t help singing along to. I even had to find the lyrics online, just so I can sing my heart […]
Stories about how popular music icons became successful are interesting and inspiring to their fans. Some went through a lot of hard work, from being backup singers or playing at hotel lounges and local restos, until they got the attention of talent managers while gradually building some loyal fans and listeners. These days, musicians have […]
If you see them along the way, stop by for few minutes and be entertained. I’m referring to the musicians and performers on the streets. They provide entertainment for free, though some donation on their drop box is very much welcome and your applause after every performance brings smile to their faces. Their presentation makes […]
All popular bands and artists have their own story, their early struggles with promoting their music and getting heard, until they finally hit it big and became famous. Their tales of being discovered may be different, but we all know they started from being unknown and unnoticed until their talents surfaced — they got heard, […]