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By Phoenix Delray

 Over the years, musicians from Memphis have had an enormous impact on the sound of the music that we listen to today, no matter what genre it is. Without musicians from Memphis, rock and roll would not be what it has become today. If it were not for the contributions of musicians from Memphis, modern jazz and rhythm and blues as we know them today would not exist. These musicians from Memphis who have had such an influence on the sounds that Americans know as revolutionary in music are many, and each of the musicians from Memphis add unique qualities to music history.

To start, W.C. Handy is one of the pioneer musicians from Memphis. Although he was not born in Tennessee, but was born in Alabama, he is known as the Father of the Blues and when he moved to Memphis, he quickly became one of the most highly regarded musicians from Memphis to ever hit the scene. He introduced syncopated rhythms to the sound, which is commonly heard in rhythm and blues albums today.

Other popular musicians from Memphis include B.B. King. B.B. King was one of the first musicians in Memphis to be signed to the Sun Records label. Sun Records soon had his songs playingon the radio nationwide, which brought a level of popularity to the music that had never been seen before. Previously, the music produced by musicians from Memphis remained local to the region. King brought his electric instruments to the music, helping to bring the sound into modern times.

Another famous one of the musicians from Memphis that made Sun Records a popular label was Ike Turner. Although today he is probably best remembered for being associated with his ex wife Tina Turner, at one point Ike was one of the most respected and influential of all of the musicians from Memphis. Ike Turner often toured the country, helping to promote the music produced by musicians from Memphis. With his help, people from San Francisco to New York City were grooving to the sounds of musicians from Memphis.

Of course, there are many other musicians from Memphis that have had a huge impact on modern music. From Willie Nix to Memphis Minnie, all have shaped the history and culture of the blues. Musicians from Memphis all hold a special place in the history of music, and the dedication and work that they put into music has changed every genre of music for the better for all time to come.

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Care and Maintenance Of Your iPod and iPod Accessories
By Jerry Glynn

 Your ipod and ipod accessories are designed to work seamlessly with each other, but this is only possible if they are both kept in good condition. iPods are very sensitive, which is why there are so many iPod accessories devoted to protecting them, from socks to cases designed to withstand thirty feet of water. You probably do not need that level of extreme protection, but you should still make sure that you are not carrying your iPod around, case free, in your hand which is a sure recipe for disaster.

Purchase a case for your iPod, preferably one with belt clip, since this will reduce incidences of dropping. If you must touch the buttons of your iPod with your bare hands, make sure that your hands are clean and free of food particles. This may sound like common sense, but then again, how many people do you know who have accidentally dropped food and spilled drinks on their keyboards. Probably quite a few.

You should also pay attention to where you are downloading your music from. Some P2P sharing sites, even the legitimate ones can contain corrupted song files that can cause your Ipod to freeze. If this happens, toggle the hold switch on and off and then hold down the center, menu, and play buttons until the Apple logo reappears. This will usually correct the problem, but it is still a good idea to only download music from a trusted source.

Most iPod accessories, including headphones, personal media viewers like Myvu products, and charger kits and cables are heat sensitive. In other words, try to limit their exposure to direct sunlight and store them with the cords wrapped to avoid fraying and breakage. From time to time, you may want to clean them with a mild cleanser designed expressly for that purpose to remove fingerprints, dust, dirt, and other debris.

Be sure to keep all manuals, warranty cards and other information in a safe place, either in the original boxes or in a file cabinet. This way, you will always know where they are in case you need to refer to them. Also, be sure to fill out the warranty cards for your products. It only makes sense to protect your investments.

Following these simple tips will help to extend the life of both your iPod and your iPod accessories and help you to get the most out of them. Be sure to check online for product updates periodically as well, since these will also enhance the life and performance of your devices.

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The Best Frontmen in Rock History
By Patrick Omari

 Rock music is generally based on the sounds of an electric guitar and rhythm section. However, some of the best rock bands rely heavily on the charisma, style and voice of their frontman. The frontman will traditionally just sing vocals, although some have played instruments such as the guitar or moog synthesiser.

The perfect frontmen must be captivating and demand the audience’s attention with outrageous or intriguing behaviour. An example of this would be the Sex Pistol’s Johnny Rotten who would provoke the audience with aggressive language and threatening behaviour. This style of frontman worked wonderfully in punk rock but wouldn’t be as successful in rock.

One of the most successful frontmen in music history is The Rolling Stones’ main man, Dartford’s very own Mick Jagger. Jagger relied heavily on attitude, pomposity and rebelliousness and would often be contrasted with the clean-living Beatles, this was the early 1960s.

Jagger would strut across the stage with microphone stand in his hand, this distinctive would be copied and imitated for decades to come. Mick Jagger’s colourful private life only added to his reputation as a great frontman, as stories added to the rebel-image that had been created.

If the role of the frontman is to epitomise the band’s style, direction and attitude then Rage Against The Machine’s Zack de la Rocha is one of the very best. Rage AGainst The Machine produce politically-aggressive rap-rock with Rocha as the key spokesman. He personifies their beliefs and is the perfect voice for their outspoken views.

The best frontmen in history, not just music, would be David Lee Roth and Freddie Mercury. David Lee Roth is the frontman and lead singer of sensational rock band Van Halen. With guitars and tight trousers, Van Halen took the rock world by storm in the 1970s and 80s.

Roth was a flamboyant and charismatic frontman, perfect for the glam, colourful music that Van Halen were playing. Unfortunately, band members fell out with Roth about his behaviour and caricaturish persona, leading to him leaving in 1985. Roth recently rejoined the band as they took part in a massively successful universal world tour of North America.

Freddie Mercury fronted the overtly camp British rock band Queen until his death in 1991. Mercury possessed a powerful voice, capable of reaching notes that others couldn’t as well as an ability to demand attention. He performed with such enthusiasm and vigour, evoking similar emotions from the audience.

Mercury was perfection in the arena-filling pomp rock of Queen, but he rarely reached the dizzying heights of superstardom of Chad Kroeger. Kroeger is the bearded frontman of rock gods Nickelback. This post-grunge band, have taken all the best bits from Nirvana and added pop sensibilities to produce music that will live on for eternity.

Kroeger’s voice is a rasping, angelic growl that tugs on the heart strings while simultaneously making you weep with excitement. How You Remind Me and Rock Star are two of the best songs ever written but the recordings are nothing compared to the buzz and anticipation that Kroeger creates at live gigs. He is the best.

Patrick is an expert Research and Travel consultant. His current interest is in Luton airport hotels, Hilton Heathrow and Heathrow parking.

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