Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles’ ‘Abbey Road’ album with this collection of facts (and opinions) from Beatlemaniac GeekMom Amy. Read More
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A Track-by-Track Trek Down ‘Abbey Road’ On Its 50th Anniversary
Category Archives: Music
Comic Book Corner Digs into Tragedy, Inspiration, and Fun
This week in Comic Book Corner looks at some titles that offer inspiration and introspection, sometimes even in the face of tragedy. Read More
Yamaha DTX Electronic Drums: Making Practice Play
Rebecca Angel spent the last couple months with the YamahaDTX electronic drum kit, learning a new instrument, and how practice can be fun if you have the right tools. Read More
What Has Become of Oldies Radio?
Where can you turn on the dial to get the music from the early years of rock? Why do radio stations think people only listen to music from their own lifetimes? Read More
10 Things I Learned From ‘Video Games Live’
I waited quite a long time to finally get to see “Video Games Live” in my hometown, and it was well worth the wait. Read More
‘Sailor Moon: The Super Live’: An Eternal Experience Experience
I took my kids to see ‘Sailor Moon: The Super Live’, and I’m still not entirely sure what we saw – except that it was phenomenal. Read More
Danny Elfman Goes to ‘Eleven Eleven’
Danny Elfman’s first concerto is now available from Sony Music, taking classical fans on another incredible musical journey. Read More
DIY EDM Character Mini Masks of Marshmello and Others
Make your electronic dance music-lover some mascots celebrating the alter egos of their favorite performers from Marshmello to DeadMau5. Read More
Superhero of the Night for the 2019 Grammy Awards
From Cardi B to Janelle Monae, we present the fashion superheroes to be found at this year’s Grammy Awards! Read More
20 Completely Random and Geeky Facts About Pigs
The Pig may be the last animal in the Chinese zodiac, but that doesn’t make it less worthy of celebrating in books, movies, music, and more. Read More
10 Years of ‘Yuri The Only One’
Ten years after their hit single, “Yuri The Only One”, the LeetStreet Boys have created a 10 year anniversary edition. Rebecca Angel asked Matt, the lead singer/writer/producer, for insight into the song and otaku culture. Read More
Triple J Hottest 100 Songs of 2018 – Will You Vote?
Top New Year activity: Vote in the Triple J Hottest 100. Best way to chill out with music and speak out about representation on the radio. Read More
3 Magnificent Music Books for Fans of British Bands
I’ve recently read books written about and/or by members of Queen, Pink Floyd, and Pet Shop Boys that I wanted to share with you. Read More
Geeky Christmas Songs
Have fun with Geeky Christmas music including a new parody by Rebecca Angel: ‘MCU Female Heroes’ to the tune of Rudolf. Read More
4 Reasons to Take (Even Your Non-Dancey) Kids to the Ballet
Now’s the time to find a local production of ‘The Nutcracker’ and take the whole family. Ballet is not just for fans of tutu-ed fairy princesses! Read More
Mainstream Geekishness Is Not an Oxymoron
You can still geek out over something EVERYONE loves. It’s not the niche-ness that makes someone a geek. It’s the PASSION. Read More
40 Inspiring Icons: Bitesize Biographies of Famous Figures
The 40 Inspiring Icons series is a collection of books that introduce 40 people or groups who are famous in their field. Read More
Self-Medicating Through Music
Though scientists continue to study the effects of music on life, I know that I, personally, have felt the effects of music on my own mind and body, and I use them to my advantage. Read More
Fooled You! Musical Acts Who Give Their Own Style to Familiar Songs
Don’t call these guys performers, “tribute acts,” or even parodies. These are some serious musicians who bring some serious fun to their reimagining of hits in every genre. Read More
March Earworm Madness 2018
Well, if you’ve had it up to your ears in basketball, perhaps I can help. Instead of following that tournament, try your hand at this alternative contest. That’s right, it’s time for the March Earworm Madness 2018! Read More
