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Famous broadcasters are not always well-loved, but, their voices are recognizable the moment the first syllable falls out of their mouth. It could be a radio voice or a sports broadcaster. Their faces are known through photos and television appearances, but, it is the voice that rings a familiar tune to the ears of the audience who listens.

One of the most famous broadcasters of the 20th century was Wolfman Jack. His scratchy, booming voice was heard across radio airwaves in the 1960’s. His specialty (more…)

Breaking into the music recording industry can be tough to do, but there are a number of great programs around the United States that will help an aspiring producer or sound engineer learn the technical skills necessary to make it big in the music business.

The Recording Conservatory of Austin is considered one of the best places to get hands-on training in a recording studio. The sheer number of bands that come through Austin gives students of the school multiple chances to work with artists of every imaginable genre. The volume (more…)

Thanks to the power of the internet, more and more people are getting their five minutes of fame, and with so many forms of social media out there it’s never been easier to get the exposure you need whether you’re an artist, actor or, in the case of this article, a struggling musician.

In the music industry there are many different factors that contribute to success but one of the most important is exposure. People are creatures of habit and if they have not heard of you, they are not likely to take the chance on your latest release. That’s where the internet can come in handy and there are, already, dozens of sites out there that are dedicated to giving fresh new artists the exposure they deserve.

If you get your t1 internet through places like smallbusiness.xo.com then you may have actually seen a few of these sites. New artists log onto them and load up a few choice tracks and those, in many ways, act like jumping off points into new careers and new possibilities. And, unlike the antiquated process of printing physical copies and handing them out at shows, the internet has made it easier to distribute your work.

Many camera manufacturers would like you to believe that the greater the megapixel number the better the camera. While this statement is true in one sense, it should not be the only criteria for selecting a digital camera. Here are a few key tips to understanding and comparing digital camera options.

First, the quality of the glass between the scene and the camera-s sensor is the most important factor when selecting a digital camera. Always choose the highest quality lens you can (more…)

Disc jockeys often have a day job on the side. The day job helps them keep their DJ business in operation or gives them something to do when the freelnace disc jockey jobs are few and far between. Entertainment often suffers during an economic downturn. The proffesional who goes out to parties, weddings and other forms of entertainment may not be able to do much about the state of the economy. He can give himself a competitive edge by making sure that he keeps his music and (more…)

Are looking for the best picture possible for your favorite film that you have been dying to see? Do you want to get the best viewing experience possible for years to come? Do you have a high definition television and want to enjoy the true meaning of what high definition means? Why not check out all the benefits of a blu-ray movie instead of the standard definition ones that have been around for years?

Blu-ray offers you the best possible viewing experience for your brand new movie that you have been waiting to see. (more…)

Ok, so you are looking for the perfect gift for the home theatre enthusiast ? Well, in today’s market you have many choices.

How about the latest in 3D projectors? There are several brands that will make you feel like you are in the movie, or better yet make the movie feel like it is in your living room!!! Just remember when buying a 3D projector-you will need glasses, so try to find one that comes with.

Any home theatre enthusiast will appreciate a great sorround sound speaker system. (more…)

While modern technology is advancing to the point that up and coming artists and musicians can record from home and produce viable music and tracks, recording studios are still not obsolete. Some of the most historically significant recording studios are located in the United States and have produced some of the greatest music and musicians of all time. While Los Angeles, on the West Coast, and New York, on the East Coast, have had the largest studio presence historically and in modern times, there are many more recording studios throughout the country that are (more…)

If you’re going to mix live audio for your band, a church service, or any entertainment venue, there are a few pieces of equipment you cannot do without.

The first thing to get is a good set of headphones. Don’t use the cheap kind that came with your mp3 player. Get a good set that blocks outside noise. You need to be able to hear true sound to mix accurately.

You will also need an audio mixer. This will allow you to take multiple signal inputs from live instruments or a digital source, adjust (more…)

It’s never been easy breaking into the record business, but when you live in a cultural hotspot like Nashville, Tennessee, it sure helps. Two years ago, aspiring Tennessee songwriters were gifted with another advantage: the “Partners in Craft” program at Middle Tennessee State University. This program partners MTSU commercial songwriting majors with mentors in the publishing and recording industry. These mentors include members from Sony, EMI, Carnival Music, Universal Music Publishing, Warner-Chappell, and more, some of whom are MTSU alumni. PIC is itself a partnership between MTSU’s Recording Industry department and the Nashville ASCAP office. (more…)