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The Best Folk Songs for Veterans Day: American Folk Music to Honor America’s Soldiers

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Sting – If On a Winter's Night Review: New Christmas Music and Songs Inspired by the Frosty Season

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

The Best Folk Songs for Thanksgiving: Traditional and Americana Music for the Harvest Holiday

In: Traditional Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Tiësto Kaleidoscope Review: New Trance CD featuring Nelly Furtado, Calvin Harris & Emily Haines

In: Techno/Trance Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

New Music From The Low Anthem: "Oh My God, Charlie Darwin" Offers Mix of Extraordinary Music

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

The Velvet Hearts: Cockney Vibes: Exclusive Interview with Into The World songwriting partners

In: Indie Rock Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa Sutlieff

The Velvet Hearts: How the Music Industry Works: Exclusive Interview with Blues rock Darlings of the UK South-East

In: Indie Rock Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa Sutlieff

New Dance Techno Songs November 2009: Music from Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Mika, Britney Spears, Robbie Williams

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

"Aires de Sefarad" Album Review: Duo46 Perform Jorge Liderman's Cycle of 46 Spanish Songs

In: Modern Classical Musicians

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Jake Shimabukuro's Thoughts on Beginner Ukulele: Shimabukuro Discusses His First Tenor Ukulele Lessons

In: World Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Chord Voicing and Fingering for Tenor Ukulele: Jake Shimabukuro’s Tips for Playing Ukulele Like a String Quartet

In: World Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Playing the Tenor Ukulele Without a Pick: Jake Shimabukuro Discusses Strumming and Fingerstyle Ukulele Playing

In: World Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Shimabukuro Takes Playing Ukulele to New Levels: The Tenor Ukulele Gets a Makeover, Thanks to Jake Shimabukuro

In: World Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Review of Lyle Lovett's Natural Forces: Americana Veteran Scores With Strong Album

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

The Velvet Hearts: Musical Fathers: Exclusive Interview with Blues Rock frontmen

In: Indie Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa Sutlieff

The Velvet Hearts: Blues Tavern Tales: Exclusive Interview with American-influenced Blues Rockers

In: Indie Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa Sutlieff

The Velvet Hearts: The Live Experience: Exclusive Interview with British ‘Rock Band with Ballads’

In: Indie Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa Sutlieff

Brain Hulse's Pseudosynthesis Album Review: A Composer and Theorist's Take on the Process of Music

In: Music Composition

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

An Interview with Country Music's Tommy Cash: Traditional Country Hit-maker Talks About His Music & Famous Roots

In: Traditional Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

The Taming of "This Land Is Your Land": The True Story of Woody Guthrie’s Most Famous Song

In: Protest/Roots Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Florence and the Machine Lungs Review: The Dog Days Are Over on Debut CD, Punches Like A Kiss with a Fist

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

All For The Best - New Thom Yorke Songs Reviews: Feeling Pulled Apart By Horses, The Hollow Earth,and Hearing Damage

In: Electronica (Music)

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

David Guetta – One Love Review: Trance Vs Hip Hop Featuring ‘When Love Takes Over’ & ‘Sexy Chick’

In: Techno/Trance Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Mika The Boy Who Knew Too Much Review: Life in Cartoon Motion Enters High School, Featuring ‘We Are Golden'

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

The Velvet Hearts: Old School Roots: Exclusive Interview with Indie Suite’s band of the year 2009

In: Indie Rock Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa Sutlieff

The Subdudes: Flower Petals: New CD From New Orleans Band Misses the Mark

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Artist Overview: Country Singer David Nail: Hit-Country Newcomer Rising on the Music Charts with Debut CD

In: New Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Interview with Franny Thomas, Sirius XM DJ: Thomas Is Host of The Loft's Americana Show "Your Roots Are Showing"

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Country Icon Garth Brooks Chats on the Record: From Aging to iTunes, Country Singer Discusses Music, Fans and More

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

New Christmas Albums 2009: Holiday CDs from David Archuleta, Sting, Andrea Bocelli & Jackson 5

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Javier Oviedo on the Saxophone: Album Review of "The Classical Saxophone: A French Love Story"

In: Modern Classical Musicians

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Garth Brooks Announces Return to Music: Vegas-bound Country Music Superstar Ready to Play Live Shows

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Janet Jackson to Release Number Ones: From Control to Discipline Ms. Nasty Collects 33 Greatest Hits

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

New 2009 Album From Chris Smither: CD “Time Stands Still” Is Rootsy Performance From Blues Perennial

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Paul Henry Smith and His Digital Orchestra: The Fauxharmonic Brings Orchestral Music to Life for Composers

In: Classical Music

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Country Singers Team for Co-Headlining Concerts: Martina McBride & Trace Adkins Announce 'Shine All Night' Tour

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Kid Cudi Man On The Moon: The End Of Day: Review of CD from Kanye West Protégé with Day ' Nite & Make Her Say

In: Electronica (Music)

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

New Dance Techno Songs October 2009: Music from LaRoux, Royksopp, Chicane, Dizzie Rascal, Agnes & Mstrkft

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Steve Martin Wins His First IBMA Awards: Artist Highlights from 2009 International Bluegrass Music Awards

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Madonna Celebration Review: From Like a Prayer, Vogue & La Isla Bonita: 30 Years of Song & Video

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Album Review: Monsters of Folk: Debut CD From Conor Oberst, Jim James, M Ward, and Mike Mogis

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Pianist Alicia de Larrocha Dies at 86: Spanish Performer Who Championed Spanish Composers Died Friday Night

In: Modern Classical Musicians

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Calvin Harris Ready For The Weekend Review: New House Dance CD featuring ‘I’m Not Alone’ and ‘Dance Wiv Me’

In: House Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

A Look at Classic-Country Songs for A Rainy Day: Country Stars Take Storm-Filled Tunes to the Top of Music's Charts

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Mikas Illusions Review: Canadian DJ, Producer Releases New CD on Progressive Grooves Records

In: Electronica (Music)

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

New Dance, Techno & Electronica Albums Fall 2009: CDs from Madonna, Robbie Williams, Mika, Tiësto & Massive Attack

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

The Beginnings of Peter, Paul, and Mary: Early Career Bio of the Popular Music Makers

In: Protest/Roots Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Texas Artist Unveils Traditional Country CD/DVD: Country's Aaron Watson Releases Live 'Deep In the Heart of Texas'

In: New Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Un Montón de Notas Album Review: Emilo Teubal & La Balteuband Play Latin-Inflected Jazz, Avant Garde

In: Modern Classical Musicians

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Folk Singer Mary Travers Dies: Member of Peter, Paul, and Mary Died After Battle With Leukemia

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Country & Christian Singers Focus of 2009 Awards: 15th Annual Inspirational Country Music Awards Show Set for Oct. 15

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

What is Americana Music? Sometimes Called Alt-Country, is Hybrid of Folk, Country, and Rock

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Country Singer's Music Memorabilia Has New Home: Honky-Tonk Entertainer Charlie Walker's Artifacts Donated to MTSU

In: Traditional Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Oliver Sacks' Book Musicophilia: A Neurologist Examines the Relationship Between Music and the Brain

In: Classical Music

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

A Look at the 2009 CMA Awards Artist Categories: 43rd Annual CMA Awards Ballot Showcases Newcomers, Established Stars

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

New York City, Greenwich Village, and Folk Music: NYC and the American Folk Revival of the 1950s and 60s

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

An Overview of 2009 CMA Awards' Top Nominees: Brad Paisley Leads 43rd Annual CMA Contest with Seven Nominations

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

New Radiohead & Thom Yorke Songs 2009: Harry Patch (In Memory Of), These Are My Twisted Words & 12” Single

In: Electronica (Music)

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

The VX-323 Chansons Review: Indie-Electronica Debut Album from Scott Burgess featuring Robots

In: Electronica (Music)

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Paul Oakenfold Perfecto Vegas Review: UK DJ/Producer Remixes Palms Hotel & Casino Club Experience on 2CD's

In: House Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Artists Around the World Album Review: Stephen Funk Pearson's Compositions for Guitar, Mandolin and More

In: Music Composition

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Vince Bell: One Man's Music: Texas Songwriter Survives Car Accident, Records Luke Warm Album

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Major Lazer Guns Don't Kill People...Lazers Do: Review of New Dancehall Disc from DJ/ Producers Diplo and Switch

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

50 Cent Removes Tattoos, Talks Album Release: Queens MC Moving on with Movie and Music Career

In: Rap/Hip Hop Music

By: Feature Writer Erin T. McMillon

New Dance Techno Songs September 2009: Music from Little Boots, Cascada, Calvin Harris & Britney Spears

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Playing Flute With a Little Beatbox Flare: Greg Pattillo, You Tube's Beatbox Flute Player, Offers Flute Tips

In: Flute

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Greg Pattillo Shares His BeatBoxing Flute Tips: How the Beatbox Flute Player Adds a Drum Track While Playing Flute

In: Flute

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

What Happens When Classical Flute Meets Beatbox? Greg Pattillo, Beatbox Flute Player, Takes You Tube by Storm

In: Flute

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Meet Pattillo, You Tube's Beatbox Flute Player: You Tube Shines a Spotlight on Greg Pattillo and Flute Beatboxing

In: Flute

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

2009 CMA Finalists Revealed on Live TV Sept. 9: Country Stars Lee Ann Womack, Darius Rucker WIll Share Nominee News

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Marc-André Hamelin Plays Haydn: A Pianist from Montreal Performs Classical Sonatas with Playful Fun

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Little Boots Hands Review: New in Town Starlet Gets Stuck on Repeat on this Dancefloor Remedy

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

The Best Songs About New York City: Folk and Rock Music About NYC For 9-11

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

La Roux Review: British Synth Duo Go In For the Kill on Bulletproof Debut Album

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Moby Wait For Me Review: Follow-up to Last Night returns to Play-era Quiet Side of Electronic

In: Electronica (Music)

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Country Star Honors Late Mentor Chet Atkins: Grammy Winner and Guitar Virtuoso Steve Wariner Releases Tribute CD

In: New Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

"Nothing Gold Can Stay" -- The Duke and the King: New Music From Simone Felice of the Felice Brothers

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Album Review of Ancient Star: Jody Redhage and the Fire in July Ensemble

In: Music Composition

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

The Best Folk Work Song Playlist for Labor Day: Union Maid, Maggie’s Farm, and More Work Music

In: Protest/Roots Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Country Songwriter Cindy Walker Donates Catalog: Museum Celebrates Life and Hit Music of Country Music Hall of Famer

In: Traditional Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Così Fan Tutte Opera Review: Boston Midsummer Opera at the Tsai Performance Center

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

New Country Music: Country-Rocker Anthony Smith: Hit-Songwriter Shares 'Sunshine' Single, EP with Country Radio, Fans

In: New Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Country-Star Duo Brooks & Dunn Disbanding: After Two Decades of Hit Songs, Country Act Bidding Fans Farewell

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Country Music Hall of Fame: The Class of 2009: Charlie McCoy, Roy Clark & Barbara Mandrell Join Museum's Rolls

In: Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Howard Levy's Tips for Improvising on Harmonica: How Musicians Can Learn to Play Harmonica in Their Own Voice

In: Musical Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Is Transposing on a Diatonic Harmonica Possible? By Overblowing, Howard Levy Plays in 12 Keys on His Standard C Harp

In: Musical Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Overblowing and Bending Notes on a Harmonica: A Technique That Opens the Chromatic Scale for a Diatonic Harmonica

In: Musical Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Interview With Howard Levy, Harmonica Innovator: The Man Who Unlocked a Harmonica’s Full 3 Octaves With Overblowing

In: Musical Instruments

By: Feature Writer Marcy Paulson

Folk Musician Mike Seeger Dies at Age 75: Member of Seeger Family Founded New Lost City Ramblers

In: Bluegrass Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Track by Track: 'Play Time' by Brady Seals: Singer-Songwriter Discusses Music on His New Country Album

In: New Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Jack Ingram Shares 'Big Dreams & High Hopes': Country Star Teams with Hit Songwriters, Singers on New CD

In: New Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

Levon Helm CD-- Electric Dirt-- Review: The Band’s Former Drummer, Singer, Releases New Album

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Classical Music Critic Michael Steinberg Dead: A Writer Beloved for His Clear Style and Love of Music

In: Classical Music

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Opry Stars Unite In Song to Aid Mel McDaniel: Country Stars and Grand Ole Opry Members Team for Benefit Show

In: Traditional Country Music

By: Feature Writer Lisa L. Rollins

New Dance Techno Songs August 2009: Summer Music from Madonna, David Guetta, Shikira & Jordin Sparks

In: Dance/Techno Music

By: Feature Writer James W. Coates

Funny Folk Songs About Trains: Monkey and the Engineer, Big Rock Candy Mountain, MTA and More

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Brahms' Requiem at Tanglewood Concert Review: The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Tanglewood Music Chorus

In: Classical Music Performances

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke

Review: Neko Case "Middle Cyclone": New Album from Americana and Indie Star

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Famous American Trains in Folk Music: Wabash Cannonball, Midnight Special, City of New Orleans, and More

In: Folk Music

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Kronos Quartet Floodplain Album: The Avant Garde Ensemble Visits the Cradle of Civilization

In: Classical Music

By: Feature Writer Sarah Canice Funke