Why Do Musicians Wear Earpieces When Performing?

If you have been to a live concert in recent years, you must have noticed an earpiece in the singer’s ear. Does that help them hear better? Or maybe it’s less damaging to their hearing? Why do musicians wear earpieces when performing? Earpieces, alternatively known as in-ear monitors, are used by singers to monitor the … Read more

Why Do Country Singers Sing with an Accent?

One of the most common criticisms that country musicians sometimes face is their thick southern accents. While there are many artists who don’t follow this trend and notably sing in a “regular” voice, most do have an accent. But why do country singers sing with an accent? Country singers sing with an accent to give … Read more

Are Arctic Monkeys Emo?

Arctic Monkeys have long been celebrated as a Brit-pop and alternative rock band that emerged in the 2000s. And admittedly, their sound covers a lot of genres, but are Arctic Monkeys emo? Arctic Monkeys is not an emo band. Instead, they are defined as a blend of indie rock, garage rock, Brit-pop, post-punk, and alternative … Read more

Is Bass Easier Than Guitar?

When people initially want to learn to play an instrument or play in a band, the guitar is the first thing most people think of. But is that the best way to get started, and is bass easier than guitar? Here is what I know from playing both: Bass guitar can be easier to learn … Read more