How MIDI changed the world

It's 30 years since the development of technology that allowed synthesisers and drum machines to be connected to computers - and since then MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) has revolutionised the world of music recording.

Get a few tips on finding a job as a musician

The demand for jobs in every sector continues to rise, and the music industry is no exception. There are many musicians who have the talent but have no jobs. Others may have part-time jobs and are looking for something more. Freelance musicians are constantly looking...

MIDI Keyboards

MIDI keyboards are a kind of missing link in the modern world of computer generated audio. A great many music hobbyists and professionals working in the field of electronic music are generating their sounds and music from inside their computers. The sounds themselves...

Music Is The Soundtrack Of Your Life

On December 9, 1980 I woke to the news of John Lennon’s death the night before and immediately turned on the news. All three networks covered the murder of my rock hero and I was devastated. When they interviewed one kid from Wisconsin, his quote was something to the...

Reject Albany’s Proposed Live Music Tax

Albany,  N.Y Local zoning laws are looking to make Restaurants, Coffeeshops and Bars in Albany pay an annual fee to the local government for hosting live music events. We all know small venues are closing up all over America since times are tough, but this plan...