Music’s Effect on Learning [infographic]

Music is something that is universally loved. Even if everyone doesn’t enjoy the same kind of music, you will be hard-pressed to find an individual that denounces all music as unentertaining. It is convenient that we all enjoy music as much as we do seeing as it does improve our brain function. If I had a dollar for every time someone tried to tell me that listening to classical music while studying made remembering material easier, playing Bach for a baby makes them smarter or that Nickelback sucks then I’d have enough dollars to buy some Tim McGraw Artist Series JBL On-Ear Headphones ($130.00).

One step further form listening to music would be the people who actually play the music. Musicians have improved working memories, can differentiate between sounds better and have more neural paths in their brain than the average Joe.
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DIRTY LOOPS – Rolling In The Deep (Adele Cover)

I am in love with this band! They are stellar. Their covers are epic. I’m gonna stop talking (typing) now and you can listen for yourself.

Life in America: 1983 vs. Today

I graduated high school in 1983, so this was pretty intruiguing to me. Life in America 83-Todaysource

 

Listen to: Amy Grant – Deep As It Is Wide (featuring Sheryl Crow and Eric Paslay)

I can’t wait to get my hands on the CD. Beautiful message, elegantly preformed.

Portable iOS Music Maker: IRIG KEYS

irig-keysiRig KEYS is the ultimate portable keyboard players and producers companion, it is the first ultra-slim and highly portable universal MIDI controller keyboard for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Mac/PC. It can be powered by the device you connect to, simply plug it and start playing. You can use iRig KEYS for live performance or for songwriting and composition with the included app and software or with a multitude of other MIDI compatible instruments and recorders on any iOS, MacOS or Windows system. It takes minimal space on your desktop and can easily fit in a backpack or a carry-on bag. watch the video

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Guitars of Legend: That Rock and Roll Sound

guitars-infographic-mainExactly where does that legendary guitar sound come from? You bought a guitar, patched it into an amp, unsheathed your plectrum and played your favorite riff note for note, yet it sounded nothing like it should.

The beautiful thing about an electric guitar is the endless ways you can tweak, modify and manipulate the sound. Whatever guitar sound you have in your head is possible through some combination of pickups, pedals and powered speakers.

This infographic was designed to put together the details of the most legendary guitars (and their sound) of all time. From Neil Young’s Old Black to Stevie Ray Vaughn’s Strat Number One the information below is as accurate as can be assuming two things:

  1. The information and sources found are legitimate.
  2. The specs detailed are to be as close to the “iconic” sound as possible. Most of these setups have been changed and modified throughout the player’s career; the goal of this is give you a blueprint for recreating the sound at home.

After reading this infographic you’ll be able to answer important questions, such as:

  • What amp does Neil Young use, and what is the “whizzer”?
  • What effects does Tom Morello use in Rage Against the Machine?
  • What type of guitar does Bruce Springsteen play?
  • What year is Eric Clapton’s black Stratocaster?

Check it out, but be warned: after reading you may spend your next paycheck on some retro Fender Tweed amps and cry-baby pedals.

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Discover The Chord Progressions of 1,300 Songs

chordsclick to discover how your favorite song was constructed. Pick a chord, then another, then another – and it will display a list of songs written with that key, and a visualization of the notes and chords of that song.

 

The Former Home of Music and Movie Royalty

Outside1What do Paul McCartney, Betty Grable and the Lion from the original Wizard of Oz have in common? They all at one time or another called the gated and private estate at 9555 Heather Rd. in Beverly Hills home! This $25,580,000 property is truly one of America’s most historic, celebrated and beautiful homes.

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With a who’s who list of Hollywood royalty having called this home since it was built in 1941, this estate obviously offers the upmost in privacy and peaceful seclusion; away from the hustle and bustle of Tinsletown. The recently remodeled property nestled in Beverly Hills emits that but laid back ambiance one would get from top of the line Hampton/Connecticut residences. What results is a truly luxurious property but with an accessibility that makes it really “livable”.

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Sure the high vaulted ceilings, 2 master suites in the main house, staff quarters and powder and media rooms are all as jaw dropping as you’d expect from such a prized property. But what would really attract my attention if I were in the market for a $20+ million home such as this would be the entertaining you’d be able to do; because sharing your home with loved ones is one of the coolest parts of being a homeowner!The home offers a pool, a top of the line outdoor kitchen, terraces and patios, a pool hall, bowling alley and a professional tennis court for you to practice that Serena Williams-esque serve. Throw in year round perfect weather and you’ve got a winner.

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The Beatles Albums Over the Years

beatles albumssouce: Behance.com