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An in-depth knowledge base for the world of musical instruments

American rock band formed to 1986 by Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic. Despite its short existence as a group, and the suicide of Cobain in 1994, his music garnered a tremendous success around the world, to the point that Nirvana was considered one of the best bands of rock of the era and the standard…




The drum is a member of the percussion group of musical instruments and is considered the most important component of the rhythm section of a band; essentially, it is the backbone. Dozens of different types of drums in many shapes and sizes exist today. Drums are the world’s oldest musical instrument, and while the technology…


An elite group of individuals, blessed with some of the world’s most remarkable talents. That description could easily be used to describe the superheroes making up the Avengers. But it also applies to the many musicians who have contributed their work to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (commonly referred to as MCU) over the years. It…


Let’s begin at the beginning. The grand piano is the “purest” form of the piano we have today. The original, if you will. Upright pianos were designed after the fact as a compromise for cost and space. They take up less room, which is often a factor, and they cost less, which is also often…


Step 1 Realize that no one is waiting for your music. If people are going to become fans of your music, you must approach the promoting of your live shows and the promotion of your CD releases with the same planning and professionalism as the artists whom you admire have promoted their music. Marketing music…


As a parent, you are the first teacher of your children. Most parents are involved in their child’s studies to encourage them to do well in school. Showing your support for your child’s education provides great motivation for them to improve their school performances in the whole year. There are many ways in which parents…


Linkin Park has been among the world’s most famous rock bands. They have been known for their uniqueness with the type of music they are playing. They eventually became very famous with the release of their debut album titled Hybrid Theory in year 2000 which sold out 4.8 million copies that made it achieve platinum…


It’s impossible to backpack around with a piano attached to your bag, but luckily there are many small musical instruments out there that are portable enough for roaming souls. It might sound like a cliché, but it’s entirely true: music connects people. This fact gains additional value for travellers. Wherever you go, music can make it…