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Jun112018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Ramones Film Review: End of the Century

In the mid 1970s, a bunch of outcasts from the New York borough of Queens severely and irreverently altered the course of pop culture with their amateur, genius bubblegum rock 'n' roll. Calling themselves The Ramones, they helped to kick-start the very concept of punk rock, proving beyond question it's possible to play timeless, catchy songs without being instrumental virtuosos. Though they changed the way the world thinks about and creates music, The Ramones remained an underground phenomenon for their entire decades-long career. The Ramones as People, Not Stars Assuming some familiarity from their viewers with the story of The Ramones, filmmakers Michael Gramaglia and Jim Fields leave out dry facts, opting instead to dig into the juicier human side of things. They provide a ...

Jun102018 by Paul Linus1 Comment

How to Break Bad Beauty Habits

General, Lifestyle

We all have habits that are unhealthy for our bodies but many times we do not realize that those unhealthy habits are also damaging to our appearance. Sometimes it takes that realization to get us to stop these bad habits that should have never let take over our lives. Stop Smoking for Beautiful Skin Smoking wreaks havoc on the health of the body; it also does terrible things to the skin and teeth as well. Anyone who smokes knows it is not a healthy habit and should be stopped. But stopping isn’t easy. Many people who once smoked, even after years of walking away from the habit still will have cravings and desires to pick it up again. Using a hypnotist to stop smoking may be necessary for some so that the desires can be replaced with something else. Also visiting the family ph...

Jun92018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

iPhone Audio Apps for Pro Sound Engineers

Technology

Pro Audio Field Recorder App for iPhone Many iPhone apps offer the basic ability to record an audio source but lack the professional options that are found in traditional field recorders. However, with the release of the “FiRe” app by Audiofile Engineering, professional field recording is now a possibility on the iPhone. This program alone will make the iPhone an irresistible purchase for those looking for the convenience of capturing pro-quality field recordings without having to carry (let alone buy) a separate device. Remote Control iPhone Apps for DAWs and MIDI The second type of pro audio iPhone app focuses on remote controlling digital audio workstations (DAWs) or other hardware devices via the iPhone. Some examples are “ProRemote” (for Pro Tools, Logic and Live users...

Jun62018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Brief Bolivia Travel Guide

Travel

Location: Bolivia is landlocked right in the middle of South America, high up in the Andes. It is bordered by Brazil in the north and west, Peru in the north and east, Chile in the south-west, Argentina in the south and Paraguay in the south-east. Capital city: The capital of Bolivia is La Paz, which is famous for being the highest capital city in the world. Over 3,500m above sea level, the 1.5 million inhabitants have clearly had time to adjust to the altitude, but many visitors struggle. The battle is worth it though, as the setting of La Paz is unforgettable. It is stretched across a big canyon, and when you see it from the top, it is magical. It is close to the world’s highest ski slopes at Chacatalya, and some serious fast downhill mountain biking. Other major cities: Bolivia’s ...

Jun52018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Overview on Spanish Wine and Wine Growing

Business

Spanish wines are as diverse as the country and Spain is the largest wine producer in the world. It has a varied climate from the “Green Spain” area on its northern Atlantic Ocean/Bay of Biscay coast to the desert climes of Almeria of the south-east, on the Mediterranean Coast. There are 62 wine regions some of which are internationally famous such as Rioja, Priorat and Ribera del Duero. But there are many other good quality wines from smaller producers. From dark red hefty oak-aged wines to light dry white Fino the country is more than worthy of a vineyard exploration. Spain has vines growing across most of its vast landscape with 2.9 million acres under the vine from Jerez de la Frontera in the south-west to the north-east Rioja region there is a wine produced to suit all pocke...

Jun42018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Visitor’s Guide to a Traditional South Korean City Seoul

Travel

Visitors to Seoul, the capital of South Korea, often want to learn more about the history and traditions of this ancient culture. Luckily, Seoul provides many places and opportunities to get in touch with its past, from elaborate palaces to tiny museums of traditional crafts. Visit the Ancient Royal Castles of South Korea There are five major palaces in Seoul, capital of South Korea, and a few smaller ones. Gyeongbok-gung, Changdeok-gung, Gyeonghui-gung , Deoksu-gung, and Changgyeong-gung are the five major palaces, each with unique individual characteristics that make them must-see sites of Seoul. In addition to the palaces, other royal sites in the city include tombs such as Yeonsangun tomb, Seolleung and Jeongneung, burial grounds set in peaceful natural areas where kings a...