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Music Entertainment on the new Galaxy S3

Hachit — Tue, 01 May 2012 08:17:47 +0000

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is a new model of smartphone that is soon to be released. This is a smartphone that is capable of running apps that are available on Google Play. The device has an internal speaker for playing ringtones and other audio files. A 3.5mm jack allows the user to plug ear phones into the phone or connect it to the stereo in a car or in the home. Music entertainment is available by installing apps on the device based on personal preference.

Google Play Music

This is an app that is provided by Google for use on your Android phone. Installing this apps allows the user to listen to their music anywhere they travel. A user’s music collection is stored online so syncing a device to your computer is not required. The app will display all the music purchased on Google Play if they have installed the app. You can also upload up to 20,000 songs from your computer to your library of online music that is accessed by the Goggle Play Music app. Songs can also be shared with any users on Google+.

Pandora

This is one of the best apps to use for Internet radio. You are able to personalize the service for any type of music preference. You will receive only music that you want to hear. Uses have the option to like the selection or dislike the selection being played. No subscription is necessary the app is free to download and install on your Android phone. However, the service is only available in the United States.

TuneIn Radio

When music entertainment is blended with local stations or talk radio, the TuneIn Radio app is a choice for any user. A free version is available and a Pro version is available for $0.99, This app includes many stations that include sports talk to local news and podcasts. Most of the channels are available in the US based on a roster of 50,000 stations. To eliminate ads in the app you will need the Pro version.

PowerAMP

This app offers a free trial to get an idea of what is available to a user. Installing this app provides users with a graphical equalizer that they can apply to audio files. Support is provided for Dolby and SRS. A user can also have album art applied to their songs. The trial period lasts for 15 days.

Deadmau5, the New Sound in Dance Music

Hachit — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 10:29:46 +0000

Former web designer Joel Zimmerman, better known as the dance music icon Deadmau5, brings audiences an experience they will not soon forget. Zimmerman’s skill with computers and other technology translates well into a sound that is nearly impossible not to dance to. Live shows draw crowds with throbbing beats and a stage show that leaves the senses reeling. Add in the Deadmau5 mask on the stage and on many audience members and concert goers feel lost in another world.
Zimmerman is dissatisfied and even offended when people refer to him as a “DJ.” Deadmau5 wants the world to know that the sound he creates transcends the turntable mixes that the term “DJ” brings to mind. Many consider Zimmerman both a technical and a musical genius. His talent is evidenced by the musician’s impressive collection of awards including a Grammy, International Dance Music Awards, and Juno awards among others.
Although Joel got his start in Niagara Falls, Ontario, his appeal as an artist extends across the globe with international tours and album sales. His innovative tunes take the techno sound to new heights. With more than a dozen albums and countless fans in every part of the world, Deadmau5 is likely to enjoy a long, prosperous life on the dance music scene.

‘Breaking Dawn’ Sountrack Released

Hachit — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 12:02:34 +0000

Film makes began building anticipation for the next and much anticipated installment of the ‘Twilight Saga’ several months ago by releasing a teaser-trailer for the film. Set to release on November 8, even more hype comes with the release of the ‘Breaking Dawn Part 1 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack‘ that hit stores today.

The soundtracks for the first two films included an eclectic mix of big name rock bands and virtually unknowns, some of who rose to stardom, becoming household names after the release of ‘Twilight’ and ‘New Moon.’ ‘Twilight Saga’ soundtrack alumni include Muse, Linkin Park, and Paramore, as well as Bon Iver, Lykke Li, Rob Pattinson, The Black Ghosts, and Band of Skulls.

Rob Pattinson, who performed the song “Let Me Sign” for the first film in the series, is absent from the ‘Breaking Dawn’ soundtrack, a sure one way track to disappointment for Twi-hards. The first single to debut from the album is Bruno Mars’ “It Will Rain.” Other songs and act featured on the soundtrack:

“Love Death Rebirt” by Carter Burwell
“Endtapes” by The Joy Formidable
“Llovera” by Mia Maestro
“Turning Page” by Sleeping At Last
“From Now On” by The Features
“Cold” by Aqualung & Lucy Schwartz
“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perry
“Neighbors” by Theophilus London
“Requiem On Water” by Imperial Mammoth
“‘Flightless Bird, American Mouth (Wedding Version)” by Iron & Wine
“I Didn’t Mean It” by The Belle Brigade
“Northern Lights” by Cider Sky
“Sister Rosetta (2011)” by The Noisettes

Samples of the songs have already been released onto Youtube.

A Lose or Win Battle

Hachit — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:30:21 +0000

Is this a dream? This cannot be, Lindsay in the news once again, but this time she is not going into jail or even rehab thank the heavens! Is Lindsay Lohan really launching a lawsuit against Pitbull, the rapper? Is she really going that low for the umpteenth time again? Pitbull and co-writer Ne-yo is just making music to appease everyone and telling the truth and nothing but the truth! Do not do the things you do if you do not like the truth to be publicized. The lawsuit, against Pitbull is all about having a “derogatory lyric” about poor Lindsay on his new latest hit “Give Me Everything”, also is on his new album Planet Pit, which hit number one on the charts earlier this summer. Alongside by Pitbull, the rapper, Ne-yo and Afrojack also were co-writers for the now hit single, also defendants on Lindsay Legal litigations. It all started from this lyric, “Hustlers move aside, so I’m tiptoein’, to keep flowin’. I got it locked up like Lindsay Lohan.” It took her over five months that the song could be causing her “irreparable harm” to her. Don’t you think it is a little too late, Lindsay?

Lindsay attorney, Stephanie Ovadia has the lawsuit where the defendants cannot play the song ever. According to the documents “The lyrics, by virtue of its wide appeal, condemnation, excoriation, disparaging or defamatory statements by the defendants about the plaintiff are destined to do irreparable harm to the plaintiff”, Lindsay will be suing under the New York civil rights, which all in all does not allow peoples name to be exploited for commercial uses. Yet Lindsay claims in her lawsuit that she is “a professional of good reputation.” Last time we all check she was the party hardy girl who could not control herself one bit, but loves all the attention. Pitbull was just trying to give her another fifteen minutes of fame for a little bit longer. Lindsay just not mad about the lyrics but mad about how now everyone might be thinking that she is associated with both of the defendants. However, in her case, and in all the things she has been in, in the past years it will be a hard case to win. They will look at the lyrics but with it being over five months then wanting a lawsuit in a lot of people’s eyes will not do her so good. Since she did not speak up sooner, they may think they had the okay to go forth with it.

Reports of chest pain and a hospital visit for Bono

Hachit — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:57:48 +0000

Rolling Stone has recently reported that the U2 front man, Bono, was taken to the hospital after complaining of chest pain and heart palpitations on Wednesday, August 17th. The singer was taken to the hospital by his wife, Ali. The couple was vacationing in the South of France. Bono and Ali were on vacation after Bono’s 3 year long world tour for a little rest and relaxation. The trip to the hospital did not require an overnight stay and the rock star was given a good report then sent home. The heart specialist at Princess Grace Memorial Hospital in Monaco, recommended that Bono get plenty of rest. Bono, who is now 51 years old, had emergency back surgery after a serious injury in 2010 while preparing for U2′s tour in the United States. Bono’s back injury required U2 to reschedule the 2010 US tour dates due the 8 week recovery time the lead singer needed after the surgery. During the 8 weeks the singer also need rehablitation for his back.

Bono and his wife are expected to stay in a villa they own just outside of Monaco for the next couple weeks and continue thier vacation. The lead singer and his wife have been spotted at Saas Cafe with thier friends the Irish designer, John Rocha and singer, Julian Lennon. Julian Lennon claims the reports of the recent hospial visit are false and Bono is doing just fine. A spokesperson for Bono claim the visit to the hospital was just for a checkup and there was no complaint of chest pain. Bono’s representatives also claim the singer was giving a good report from the doctor.

U2 recently ended their world tour in Canada just 3 weeks earlier. The 360 Tour visited 30 countries and was made up of 110 shows. Although reports are conflicting, many fans hope the best for Bono and his health. He is considered one of the biggest rock stars of our day and the U2 has claim to the highest grossing tour in history.