The time signature for almost all pop/rock songs is 4/4 but there are some interesting unusual time signatures used in great songs. As a songwriter I tend to write in 4/4 just because it works in my head,… Read More
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Rider requests: so often the the subject of exaggeration that I decided to do a bit of research and find out some of the more interesting cases in history. As it turns out some of this stuff you… Read More
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Many have gone on to have a hit – generally riding on the back of their former ensemble success, but what about those who became as well known as pure solo artists after they left their original crew…. Read More
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We all like to whistle a tune that sticks in our brains, but what about whistling the whistling section of a song? What are the best whistling songs – or at least the best songs that include whistling… Read More
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