Features

50 Cent Says He Invented the Mixtape, But He Hasn’t Perfected It

The rapper gets lost in a post-Kanye, post-Rozay world.

05.24.12

Phillip Mlynar

Essays, Features, Music Technology

Could Indie Bands Learn How To Tour From Umphrey’s McGee?

The Chicago-based jamband knows how to cater to its superfans.

05.08.12

Rob Mitchum

Lists, Music Technology

Pinterest’s Musical Shining Stars (So Far)

Depending on your mood, check these must-follow boards.

04.26.12

Marissa G. Muller

Rock Lit

Anti-Flag’s Chris #2 Prefers Poetry to Punk Novels

He likes to steal lines for his lyrics.

04.12.12

Emily Zemler

Missed Connections

The Fender Jazzmaster’s Story, From the Fireballs to Lee Ranaldo

Douglas Wolk explores the history behind that signature buzz.

04.11.12

Douglas Wolk

Music Technology

YouTube Lets You Watch More Music Videos in 3D

This is the closest to [insert rock star here] you’re ever gonna get.

04.06.12

Brenna Ehrlich

Music Technology

Big Freedia Working on a ‘Booty Battle’ Game For PS3 or Wii

Finally, an excuse for gamers to get off their asses.

04.05.12

Brenna Ehrlich