What makes the guitar such an expressive and impressive instrument? Is it the look? Is it the ninja-grade solos? Or is it just the sweet acoustic sound? For me, personally, the answer is simple… it’s the riff, dummy!

As soon as the weather allows it, a lot of birthday parties, weddings and other events are enjoyed outside. And that’s when the right speaker is suddenly a must, because that little Bluetooth speaker on the bookshelf in the living room probably won’t cut it. Thankfully, you’ve got a lot of options when you’re in the market for a speaker that supports a bash in the great wide open.

A podcast is kind of like radio-on-demand. Listening to podcasts is only getting more and more popular, and the number of people that want to start their own podcast is growing every day. In this article, we’ll explain the basics of podcasting and not only show you how you can make your own podcast, but how to become a better podcaster while you’re at it.

An unforgettable wedding party hinges on the right music, which is why it’s not only important for wedding deejays to pick the right tracks, but play them in the right order. Read on and learn how to properly structure your playlists.

“Hello, my name is Michiel and I have G.A.S.” The room replies with the depleted enthusiasm that comes with saying a line for the hundredth time: “Hello Michiel…” Guestblogger Michiel Buisman talks openly about a well-known affliction within the music community: the compulsion to keep buying new gear and musical instruments that you don’t really need. This compulsion has a name: Gear Acquisition Syndrome. So what exactly is it, why does it happen and what kind of forms can it take?

Pink Floyd, Bob Dylan, Nirvana: is there anyone who doesn’t know them? That they all made incredible music is indisputable, but here, Guestblogger Joris van Dijk reveals that these rock legends did far more than just that. The albums that these artists have dropped over the years represent a sort of overview of the rock family tree and all of the influences that lie at its roots. Joris attempts to show this in the space of just seven classic and influential rock albums – which span every time period, from ‘60s psychedelic rock and ‘70s punk to ‘90s alt-rock.

DJs have become an indispensable part of the world’s nightlife, but where did the ‘disc jockey’ come from? Was it born in the roots of hiphop, or did it all start with the radio DJ? Our resident DJ expert Marc van den Hurk dives into a little slice of DJ history.

Almost every guitarist on Earth started their journey with a six-string guitar, usually sticking to standard E, A, D, G, B, E tuning. But while some guitarists are more than satisfied with just six strings, others prefer to get a bit more extreme by bumping things up to seven. And it’s happening more and more. So, what makes seven-string guitars so great?

Having a certain identity is just as important for solo artists as putting out music. A good photoshoot can help define how people see you and think of you, but as always, there are various things you need to beware of before you start posing. Guest-blogger and wedding song writer Kevin Okkema is here to share his tips.

Whether you sing in a choir, a rock band or your bedroom, it’s crucial that you keep your vocal cords in good shape, even if you’re singing just for fun. Guest-blogger Fabienne Kervella shares five simple tips for good vocal health.

Recently picked up your first acoustic guitar? Then it’s worth knowing that you can make more of your six-string when it comes to the sound, the tuning stability and even key changes. Here are three simple yet massively effective tips.

A family get-together, a night in with your mates, a night out at the pub – or even a work bash – a solid pub quiz can really help make it a night to remember. And it doesn’t have to be hard work! If you’ve ever been to a good pub quiz then you’ll already know that it’s always about bringing the laughs. The only technical stuff you need to know is how to piece everything together. Here, we gain the wisdom of one of the experts: Guestblogger, Gerjon, who offers some tips and tricks to help ensure that your music pub-quiz is a hit.