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The Father is a musician, arranger and composer. He is an audio engineer, avid guitarist and mountain biking enthusiast He writes on a variety of topics, including audio recording, cycling and fitness, green energy, computers and graphics.
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Road Cases for Electronics: What Do You Need?Choosing a road case is easy if you know what you need.
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Home Studio: Speaker MonitorsChoosing the right audio monitoring system can make the difference in your recordings.
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Home Studio: Tracking and LevelsMaking each track the best it can be is essential when it comes time for the final mix. -
Home Studio: TemplatesHaving a template setup for your home studio can speed up your workflow and decrease your overall production time. -
Home Studio: Microphone PlacementMicrophone placement can make the difference between a fair recording and an outstanding one!
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Reverberation Settings: Creating an Audible SpaceReverberation is a great effect to create a space for the listener to be immersed in while enjoying your audio recording. Here are the main settings for most reverberation effects.
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Home Studio: Choosing a Digital Audio WorkstationThere are many choices to make when starting your own home studio. The question is which Digital Audio Workstation is right for your needs?
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Home Studio: Input LevelsYou may think that loud is better but in the home studio realm you want to start a little low with initial volume. You can fight the loudness war later in post-production.
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Audio Effects: ConvolutionWhile this effect is based on reverberation, the technique used to create it differs from DSP-related and software representations of this effect.
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Are You Discreet?Discretion is one thing, but being discreet is another thing altogether.
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Warcraft: Creep Camp TacticsAt the start of a mission, you might not have a lot of help with creep camps. So here are some tactics you can use to level up your hero.
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Audio Effects: ReverseReverse is a simple effect that can be used for dramatic results that might be required for movie sound effects or musical performances.
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Audio Effects: FlangingAs with most discoveries, flanging was actually a mistake made by an audio engineer that turned into a useful effect used by most artists today.
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Audio Effects: PhaserA phaser effect is similar to a chorus effect, yet produces a thick spacey type of sound and is used by many contemporary rock artists to enhance a guitar or keyboard effect.
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Audio Effects: Wah WahOne of the more distinctive effects for guitar is the "Wah" effect, which can push a guitar lead to the front of a mix because of the frequency changes that the effect can produce. The range of these frequencies are closely related to the human voice.
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Audio Effects: DSPThere are several hardware- and software-based effect systems available. DSP effect systems are easy to use and configure without the weight of a hardware based system.
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Will Japan's Nuclear Fallout Affect America?There has been a lot of concern for Japan after the 8.9 magnatude earthquake and Nuclear Plant failure. Will this nuclear fallout reach America?
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Audio Effects: ExpansionExpansion effects are very useful for increasing the level of an audio source without causing the highest point of the transient to clip at the output stage.
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Audio Effects: Pitch ShiftingPitch shifting can be a useful effect if an instrument or vocal part is slightly out of tune or out of key.
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Audio Effects: Time Stretch and Time CompressionTime Stretch and Time Compression are useful effects for audio engineers to use to correct tempo problems in vocal or instrument tracks.
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Automated Tweets Vs. Human InteractionThere are a lot of spam sites out there on the Internet. If you are considering making your social networking activities an automated process you might want to reconsider.
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Audio Effects: Stereo ToolsCreating an environment for your listener is crucial for success. The more interesting an aural environment is the more interest that it will generate. Here are some simple tricks of the trade.
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Audio Effects: DistortionDistortion is used in rock and heavy music but can also be used for certain types of other music and vocal enhancement applications.
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Audio Effects: DelayThe delay effect is very useful in audio recording to create a spacious effect such as reflections of sound off of distant surfaces and to immulate large spaces.
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Cats Have 9 Lives and Other MythsThere is a lot of suspicion and story that surround cats, so how do you know the fact from fiction? Check out these details!
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Increasing Content, Ideas and Breaking Writer's BlockSometimes even the best writers get stumped when they are trying to create new content. Here are some great ideas anyone can use to increase writing productivity.
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Place Twitter Updates on Your Website or Blog!Now you can keep your website visitors updated with your Twitter posts by placing an update code on your web page or blog. Here is how it is done!
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Audio Effects: Reverbration (Reverb)There are plenty of audio effects one can use to enhance a digital recording and reverbration is one of the most commonly used effects that emulates larger spaces.
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Yahoo Mail System Notification: Account Blocked (Trojan/Virus)Another unusual way to get unsuspecting victims to load a Trojan or Virus onto their computer. This time it claims to be directly from Yahoo Mail.
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Audio Effect Abuse: Auto-TuneAuto-Tune is a vocal effect used to tune a slightly out of tune vocal performance. It can also be used to create unusual vocal effects but when every artists uses this effect it becomes abuse to the listener.
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Audio Effects: ChorusChorus effects can add a lush and wide stereo effect to vocal and guitar tracks but the trick is to use them tastefully in audio production. Too much can ruin a great track.
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Should I Use a Bull-horn on My Vocal Recording?There are a lot of different ways to get a certain desired effect on vocals without using the most common real-life items and saving your equipment.
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Backing Up Your Files with External DrivesComputers crash and will fail eventually, so it is always a good idea to back up your pictures, music and data files on an external device and on a regular basis.
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Why Should I Use a Pop Filter on My Vocal Recordings?A pop filter is an invaluable tool for recording. It can make the difference in professional audio recording and here are several reasons why they should be used.
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How to Replace Strings on an Electric GuitarIt might seem like a daunting task but it is actually a simple process to change the strings on an electric guitar and then tune the system up.
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April Fool's Pranks for BeginnersEveryone loves a good laugh and a harmless prank can stir up laughter especially if it goes off without a hitch. Here is a classic prank for beginners.
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Warcraft Tactical StrategiesIf you have been harassed by other players or they steal your upgrades before you can get them here are some easy ways to keep what you have earned in Warcraft.
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Top Ten Mistakes Webmasters MakeIf you are a webmaster you might want to make sure that your website has been optimized for the best performance in order to draw as much traffic as you possibly can. Here are some things to avoid when launching a new web site.
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Band Promotion: Productive RehearsalsPart of your band promotion schedule should include productive rehearsals. The better your band sounds, the easier it will be to get fans and keep them.
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Music Composition and Song WritingThe way you write a song may directly affect how popular the song is. If you are trying to increase sales, you may want to consider the following techniques.
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Getting the Perfect Sound: MultitrackingOnce you have a great track recorded, you will want to check a few things before you start mixing. Here are some great things to consider when mixing your sound recordings.
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Top 10 Mistakes Live Bands MakeMost people won't even notice if there are mistakes in your live show unless you draw attention to them. Here are the top 10 mistakes beginner bands make.
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YouTube Partnership: Getting ViewsIf your original video content gets a high view count you might be asked to join YouTube as a partner. This article will explain how to get YouTube views rapidly.
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Djent Style Music and Progressive MetalEvery day it seems a new genre in music is created but few have the staying power that Djent does. This article will explore the many facets of Djent and how it is created.
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Job Woes? it Might Be Time to Jump Ship!There are always signs that your job may not work out like you had planned. Always look for these warning signs and get out before it is too late.
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Do You Need Twitter Followers? Here Are Some Great Ideas!Create a large following by creating quality Tweets!
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Social Networking is Dead and Other Half TruthsTired of all the spam on MySpace? So is everyone else, except for the bands there.
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Band Promotion: Be CreativeIf you play a few predictable songs people won't take notice but if you are creative you can take over the music industry!
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Paybox.Me Becomes VirtaPay.Com.If you surf online at all you have probably heard of a site called PayBox. They claim to be a virtual payment system like PayPal but they have not officially opened yet and recently they have changed their name.
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FDIC Phishing ScamThis e-mail bomb is like the Bank of America phishing e-mail.
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UPS Delivery Scam/VirusNew UPS delivery scam in effect. Hackers send you an email that claims you have a parcel being delivered.
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Bank of America Scam - Phishing EmailHave you received an alert from Bank of America? Is it really genuine or an attempt to get your infotmation? This article shows you how to tell if it is real.
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Responsible Pet OwnershipTaking a pet home has great perks, but be prepared to care for that pet to avoid heartache.
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Fake Virus DetectionChances are very high that you have a virus and do not even know it.
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United Nations Anti-Fraud Committee ScamScam artists change their pretense often and this is a new angle to get your money.
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Caution: Thinkpoint (Think Point) is a Fake Anti-Spyware ProgramCorrupt pop-up alerts can load Think Point onto your system. Once it is there it will take over and block you from using other programs or the Internet.
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Home Studio Techniques: Audio EqualizationEqualization can easilly be abused in most cases and this can cause listener fatigue. Proper EQ settings will depend on several factors and this article will get you started.
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Home Studio Techniques: Audio CompressionAn often overlooked effect in home recording is dynamic compression. This effect is actually one of the best tools one can use when recording and in post production.
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New Furniture ScamA new twist on an old scam has surfaced. Here are a few issues to look out for as the scam artist offers you a job.
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Bicycle Frames: Hydroforming AdvantagesSteel, aluminum and carbon fiber frames are all manufactured differently. This article will cover the advantages of hydroforming an aluminum frame.
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Sad Kitty (A Song for Lola)This is the video for Sad Kitty (A Song for Lola) that The SIege Cats performed for Lola the cat. Lola was dumped into a garbage bin by Mary Bale and was trapped for 15 hours until her owners found her. Please report animal abuse. It is a crime.
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Kim Kardashian is Not Dating Justin BieberWhat a relief, right? I mean, how could any good come from this?
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Global Crackdown on Illegal Music DownloadsFor years many people have downloaded music and movies illegally but now artists and producers are fighting back.
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Stepping Out of Your Comfort ZoneSometimes it can be hard to try new things but in all actuality you might find it not so bad after all.
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Making Money with YouTube PartnershipWhen you click on the "browse" Link at the top of the YouTube home page you can get an idea of who is making the most out of their YouTube partnership. Some "Vloggers" are actually making a living.
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Catatonic - Siege CatsA video of the Siege Cats audio of Catatonic. Short stills and animations imported into Windows Movie Maker.
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The Global Credit Crisis and YouEven if you do not own a home or have credit you will be paying for the greed investment bankers are guilty of.
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Setting Reasonable Goals in a Bad Economy and Helping Your CompetitionWhen you feel a lot of stress and out of your element, it may be difficult to set reasonable goals. This article can help with priorities.
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Justin Bieber and Tila Tequila Fight for RatingsIt is amazing what celebrities will do to gain attention.
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Justin Bieber Attcked by FanA fan attcked Justin Bieber at a singing competition by accident.
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Identifying Email Money ScamsThirty percent of 14 million is a lot of money. Most people would not pass it up, but I did.
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Let's Go Phishing on Criag's ListPhishing for account information has become one of the worst situations on Craigslist.org. Why would someone want to take over your account? This article explores how and why this is happening.
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Old School BMX Tire TricksAre you having problems with pinch flats and stickers? This article will help you reduce tire and tube issues.
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Unemployment Bill Has Passed with ExceptionsUnemployment has hit over 3 million Americans and while there is an extension for some, the ones that have exhausted their benefits are left out in the cold.
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High Yield Investment Programs Claim Huge Returns on Short Term InvestmentsHigh-yield investment programs can be found all over the Internet. Is it safe and do you really make huge returns on your investments? This article will cover what to look for concerning HYIP's.
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A Beautiful Hand-Crafted Email ScamToyota feels so bad about the recent recalls that they are giving millions away to make up for it. Not so fast, this is a scam.
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Traffic Tactics with Flair!Some little known tricks and tips for driving users to your articles, web pages and portals!
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What Are People Searching For? AC Tips for Content Writing and Increased Page ViewsDo you need to know how to write articles that will get page views on a daily basis? This article covers the most productive tactics you can use to make your articles really perform!
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PayPal / Bank Email ScamScam artist are always coming up with creative ways to part you from your money. Here is a scam that may not be so obvious because of its creative execution.
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Passive Income - Making Your Money Work for YouEveryone has had a job at some point in their lives but then some people seem to make enough money by not working. This article covers some of the ways you can achieve passive income.
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Illegal Movie Downloads and "Operation in Our Sites"Been watching movies for free on your computer? You may want to rethink your money saving tactics because the government is cracking down on copyright infringement.
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BMX Brake Secrets: Setting Up Your RigSome people complain that detainglers are just too complicated to be worth using but you can try a few set up tricks to ease your setup and speed up assembly.
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Bicycle Frames: Steel vs. AluminumWhen choosing a bicycle frame there are many varieties. Here are some pros and cons of steel and aluminum frames.
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Beyond SEO and Search Results a New API Service Searches for Meaningful Content on the WebComputers can find anything they need with ease but with humans it is a different story. Web surfers have a new option now that searches for meaningful content and not just SEO results.
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President Obama Fired His Top Afghanistan War Commander, Gen. McChrystal, WednesdayAfter several comments made by both McChrystal and President Obama the inevitable finally came to fruition.
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How to Serve Catnip to Your CatCats love catnip and it is fun to watch them roll around and play. Here are some tips to help make your catnip last.
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Saving Money in a Bad Economy - Digging Your Way OutYou may be tempted to throw caution to the wind when your finances are low. Here are some things to avoid when attempting to stay afloat and some tips to save money.
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Using a Social Network to Promote Your BandMost bands start a page on a social network in order to promote themselves but then wonder why the friend requests are not pouring in. It takes more than just setting up a page.
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PAC-Car II Gets 12,000 Miles Per Gallon12,000 Miles Per Gallon may seem like an impossible feat but students at Federal Poly-technical School of Zurich have achieved just over 12,000 MPG from their Pac Car II.
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Bicycle PartsWhen you puchase a bicycle eventually you will need parts for it if you ride your bicycle regularly. Here are some great places to find bicycle parts on line.
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Dealing with an Inside DogEveryone loves their puppy but when your dog is left alone inside your home it can be a disaster. Here are some tips to help.
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Choosing a Sound Card for RecordingThere are many good choices for sound cards available so how do you choose? Get some basic facts from this article.
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Finding the Right Web HostThere are a lot of companies out there that offer web hosting. Which one is right for you and what options do they offer?
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Yahoo HaikuA Poem in Haiku for the Associated Content Contest
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Pack List for Mountain BikingItems you will want to take with you on a hike or mountain bike ride. Also, some tips on safety when in the woods.
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Gourmet Ramen NoodlesIf you need to stretch your dollars then Ramen Noodles are a great way to save money on food. Here are some great ways to make Ramen Noodles.
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Tips to Take Before Joining a WebsiteSome sites won't let you delete your account after you join or they don't pay enough for you to reach your withdrawal target. These tips can help you avoid them.
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Are U-Brakes a Good Choice for BMX Bicycles? It DependsSome people claim that U-Brakes perform badly without understanding them.
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Professional Bicycle Refinishing Techniques on a BudgetIs your bicycle paint job just about worn out? You can refinish that dull and chipped surface like a professional if you follow these steps.
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How a Hydrogen Generator WorksExtracting the hydrogen and oxegen from water is a simple task.
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Easy Way to Lace New BMX RimA simple way to change a bent rim while reusing your old spokes and hub.
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Should I Use a Metronome when Composing Music?A metronome is a device some musicians use to count beats within a measure but does this defeat the ebb and flow of a particular piece of music? This article can help musicians decide on what really matters in composition.
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Big Oil Causes Big Disasters. Is it Time to Stop Depending on Oil for Energy?We have already seen peak oil production come and go. Now there is a Global disaster affecting the environment. Has the World had enough yet or will this type of catastrophy continue to happen?
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How to Avoid Being Attacked by ZombiesIf you find yourself in an area where there are zombies you can survive by using these tips.
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How to Confirm If Your Favorite Celebrity Has ExpiredOften times people will start rumors just to gain traffic to their site. Here is a good way to confirm if they are true or not.
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The Best Mountain Bike Trails in Grapevine, TexasAre you a Mountain Biker? If you are near Grapevine Lake in Texas you should check out the southern side of the lake just off of the jogging trail. There are some pretty nice runs you can spend most of the day on without ever touching the street!
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Choosing the Right BMX BicycleThere are several companies that manufacture quality BMX bicycles. Which one is right for you and how do you go about choosing the perfect rig? This article will cover the main issues you should explore.
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Energy Alternatives to Big OilWith as many clean alternatives to oil as there are, why are we still using oil as our main source of power?
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Fake Pop Ups that Convince Web Surfers that They Have a VirusEver been surfing the web, minding your own business when a pop up stops everything and tells you a virus in on your computer? Here are a few tips to avoid this scam.
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The Old Craig's List, PayPal, Western Union ScamSelling on Craig's List? Here are a few tips to help you avoid a scam!
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Avoiding Online ScamsEver want to join that online company that promises huge payouts or large returns on your investments? Better read this first.
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CakeWalk Sonar 8.5 StudioA short review of CakeWalk Sonar 8.5 Studio. This is a powerful Digital Audio Workstation with several advanced tools. Easy navigation and sound card integration make this DAW a real contender in home studio software.
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New Advances in Green TechnologyNew technology that not only powers business, homes and cars but also cleans the environment while it works is here. As a matter of fact it has been here for quite some time but big energy companies have suppressed the technology in favor of profits.
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Catalyst - Siege CatsBillions of dollars of taxpayer funds were spent getting the pictures for this video.
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Musicians Guide to Band PromotionYou have a great band that is well rehearsed and you want to get the word out without breaking the bank. Here are some powerful tips to making your band a household name.
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Happy Father's DaySome poetry for fathers day that shows some appreciation for everything they do.
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Getting the Perfect Sound, Part 4Compression and noise gates can give your sound a very clean and uniform signal.
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Getting the Perfect Sound, Part 3All set to make a digital recording? Check your meters!
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Cat Out of Hell - Siege CatsA simple, easy to make video using Windows Movie Maker with still pictures and short animated clips. Created by The Father for Absolute Media and The Siege Cats as a cost effective way to produce a quick video for YouTube and other video sites.
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Getting the Perfect Sound, Part 2Once all of your equipment has been set up it is time to configure your computer and software for recording. This guide will help you decide how you want to record.
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Getting the Perfect SoundEver wondered how the experts get that tight, clean sound on a recording? Check out these tips!