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The Musical Saw-Your Strange Video of the Day

Adam West — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 19:38:14 +0000

There are tons of musical videos out there in cyberland, and tons of strange videos too. Here’s one that combines both music and weirdness. It’s a dude using a xylophone mallet to play a saw. Check it out… I don’t think these guys will be playing down at Steve-A-Reno’s anytime soon. You Tube

Trombone Alpine Skiing-Your Strange Video of the Day

Adam West — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 20:34:37 +0000

Trombone Alpine Skiing? Yeah, that’s exactly what I thought when I ran across this video too.

Trombone Plus GoPro Camera Equals Extreme Laughs

Emerald Catron — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:55:40 +0000

Whatever you were planning on using your GoPro camera for, just know that it probably won’t be as funny as this. We don’t know if a specific event led this man to stick a GoPro on his trombone’s slide, so we’ll just say he was inspired by brilliance. In case you think we’re hyping this [...]

'Saudi Got Talent' Show Barring Music, Dancing and Women

Emerald Catron — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 11:30:11 +0000

It’s hard to imagine ‘America’s Got Talent’ or ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ or any of the other ‘Got Talent’s’ without dancing or music or ladies, but apparently such a thing is possible, at least in the Saudi city of Buraidah. We know what you’re thinking – if people can’t sing and dance what talents could they [...]

Can Music Make You More Productive at Work?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:15 +0000

Having trouble getting things done at work or staying focused on the task at hand? Fire up your iPod. A new study indicates a little music can really boost your productivity. In the study, those who listened to music came up with better ideas and accomplished more tasks than those who didn’t. Why? Because the [...]

If You Want Your Kids to Turn Out Well, Get Them Involved in Music

Shauna Wright — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 20:15:17 +0000

Want to make your kids better people? Here’s new that will be music to your ears. Have them play instruments or sing together. A new study says playing instruments and singing together will make them more empathetic and allow them to more easily emotionally identify with others. Cambridge University’s Centre for Music and Science studied [...]

Watch How Music Brings a Man Suffering From Dementia to Life

Kathy Landin — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:45:23 +0000

Music can have a profound effect on all of us. It triggers memories, elevates our mood, makes us angry and helps us learn. It can also bring us out from the dark shell of a weakened and aging mind. That’s certainly the effect music has had for this man who suffers from dementia brought on by age.

Think Little Girls Aren't Tough? This Video Will Change Your Mind

Harley Myles — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:24:41 +0000

This girl is hardcore. She's the new Axl Rose. Cute? Debatable. I'm not one of those people that think every kid is cute, just because they're kids. Is she Hardcore? Hell, yeah. She rocks. Check it out.

Genius! Guy Makes Music With Kitchen Equipment

Harley Myles — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:19:02 +0000

Proof that you can literally make music with anything, especially anything with an electric current. Hats off to this guy for making it happen. Cool video.

Can You Guess These TV Theme Songs?

Harley Myles — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:40:06 +0000

This musical ensemble ismaking quite the splash on youtube. They perform 15 famous TV theme songs in a two minute medley. Pretty cool. Check it out and see if you can name them all. You might have to watch and listen twice.

My Kind of Movie Remake

Harley Myles — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:39:55 +0000

I hate remakes...most of the time. This is a definite exception. Enjoy the vid : )

Study Says Teenagers Are Bombarded with Alcohol Brand Name-Dropping in Music

Shauna Wright — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 13:35:49 +0000

In a new study published Thursday, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and Dartmouth University found that American teens who listen to music hear about 34 name-brand references to alcohol every day — something that could contribute to teen substance abuse.

10 America-Themed Songs for the Fourth of July

Jordan Breindel — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:00:45 +0000

American popular music has been around since before America even declared its independence. ‘Yankee Doodle,’ anyone? That classic was sung by Colonial American soldiers as early as The French and Indian War.

Since then, our country has established one of the richest musical traditions in the world. Many songs even deal with America itself, from ‘God Bless America’ to ‘God Bless the USA.’

Here’s a list of 10 to add to your Fourth of July playlist.

New Site for Classic Rock News and More – Ultimate Classic Rock

Amory Gritta — Wed, 18 May 2011 16:11:03 +0000

Ultimate Classic Rock covers all the latest news from your favorite classic rock bands and features exclusive interviews, too. On the site right now, they have conversations with ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons and Tommy Shaw from Styx, with more exclusives coming soon. They'll also uncover the meaning behind the lyrics of great songs like Lou Reed's 'Walk on the Wild Side' or Led Zeppelin's 'The Ocean.'

Woman Steals SIM Card, Downloads $200K Worth of Data

Amory Gritta — Wed, 04 May 2011 12:15:41 +0000

Stealing a SIM card out of a power meter is impressive enough, but 33-year-old Kylie Maree Monks outdid herself when she racked up a $200,000 data bill on the card in under four months.

This week, she pleaded guilty to computer-related fraud, owning stolen property and making a false declaration.

Are You a Human or Human Like Creature?

Harley Myles — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:33:39 +0000

After seeing these two videos, you are now free to die without feeling like you've been jipped in your short life. Just know it was worth it.

Here's One For All You Hillbilly/Video Game Nerds

Harley Myles — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:20:08 +0000

Maybe it's just that I grew up in the Smoky Mountains, in East Tennessee. Maybe it's that I played a lot of Nintendo as a kid. But something about this spoke to my heart.