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Bob Nelson, 62, Long Time North Shore DJ Has Passed Away
A familiar voice and face on the New England music scene, Bob “Raccoon” Nelson passed away on or about Friday January 4, 2025. His Facebook page notes that he was 62.
For local musicians, this is Earth shattering new. Nelson would play a plethora of artists, allowing them interview air time and live performance. Put “Bob Nelson WMWM” in a...
Echoes From The Underground: Episode 28 On-Demand
If you missed Echoes From The Underground on Sunday, you’re in luck! The latest episode is now available on-demand, giving you another chance to dive into a curated collection of independent music from around the world.
What’s Echoes From The Underground?
Hosted by Don on On The Rail Radio, this show is a celebration of independent bands creating music outside the...
B.F. Raid Named One of the Top 5 Albums of the Month by Metronome Magazine
B.F. Raid (Boston’s Final Raid), a powerhouse in Boston’s heavy metal scene, has been named one of the Top 5 Albums of the Month in the January edition of Metronome Magazine, a leading publication dedicated to showcasing and supporting Boston’s thriving local music community.
The band’s latest release, Raided Again, has earned widespread acclaim for its raw energy, intricate musicianship,...
Gadget Review: Marantz Cinema 50: The Ultimate Home Theater Receiver for Unmatched Audio and Video Performance
The Marantz Cinema 50 is an exceptional 9.4-channel A/V receiver that brings the best of modern audio and video technology into your home theater system. Whether you're a cinephile, gamer, or audiophile, this receiver is designed to elevate your entertainment experience with unmatched performance, advanced features, and cutting-edge connectivity. Powered by Marantz's legendary HDAM circuitry, the Cinema 50 delivers...
Gadget Review: Tonal Intelligent Home Gym: Revolutionizing Strength Training and Home Fitness
The Tonal Intelligent Home Gym has set a new standard for home fitness equipment by seamlessly integrating advanced technology with smart design. At its core, Tonal is more than just a gym; it’s an intelligent, adaptive system that personalizes every workout to help you reach your fitness goals efficiently and effectively. From its cutting-edge adaptive weight resistance to its...
Rexing V33 3-Channel Dashcam: Revolutionizing Vehicle Safety and Recording
The Rexing V33 3-Channel Dashcam sets a new benchmark for in-car camera systems, offering drivers a comprehensive solution for capturing high-quality video from every essential angle. With three distinct 1440p cameras—covering the front, rear, and cabin—the V33 provides an all-encompassing view of your vehicle’s surroundings, ensuring no critical moment is missed. From providing detailed evidence in case of accidents...
Movie Review: Wicked Wizard
The two hours and forty minutes of Wicked will entertain most fans of Wizard Of Oz creator L. Frank Baum’s characters… so much so that it could have been five hours long, and this film would captivate still.
Where director Sam Raimi’s 2013 Oz the Great and Powerful (James Franco, Rachel Weisz) was fun for ten minutes, did good box...
Unlocking the Perfect Bass Tone: Peg City Pickups’ Hot P/J Set Delivers Studio and Stage Excellence
The quest for the perfect bass tone is a journey every musician undertakes, and for good reason. Your tone serves as the foundation for every groove, every riff, and every song. It’s the element that ties the music together, whether in the studio or on stage. Achieving that tone isn't just about dialing in the right settings on your...
Locking In Perfection: How the Wampler Dracarys and PeacePoti Transformed My Tone
The Wampler Dracarys High Gain Distortion Pedal is an essential part of my sound, both live and in the studio. Brian Wampler’s genius is evident in how much EQ control and tonal versatility he’s packed into such a compact pedal. It delivers crushing tones with clarity, but I ran into a problem—my oversized feet. During performances, I’d accidentally nudge...
Just Another Video Game Blog: My Top 8 Games of 1995
Note: Though no one knew it at the time, 1995 was the beginning of a major change in the video game industry. Once dominated by Nintendo and Sega, 1995 saw the release of the Sony PlayStation. Nintendo and Sega still dominated the conversation for much of the year, but change was coming.
Honorable Mentions:
– Arcade: Marvel Super Heroes
– Sega Genesis...