by Kabir Sehgal | Apr 3, 2024 | All, Liner Notes, Music
I had some time on my hands. Many folks did during the 2020 pandemic. Some who were fortunate to socially distance at home were able to spend time exploring curiosities and long-held interests. I’ve always enjoyed classical guitar music. I decided to finally get a...
by Kabir Sehgal | Mar 29, 2024 | All, Music
I’m processing the sudden loss of Senator Joe Lieberman. He was a vice presidential nominee, public servant, diplomat, author, maverick … and recording artist! 🎙 Here’s the backstory: I met Joe Lieberman in an elevator bank in a Senate office building. I was a...
by Kabir Sehgal | Mar 25, 2024 | All, Music
The next time you go to a concert – keep your phone in your pocket. Do NOT take pictures/videos/recordings of the concert. Sounds crazy, right? But one band — TOOL — has implemented this rule at their concerts. At a recent Tool concert at Crypto...
by Kabir Sehgal | Mar 11, 2024 | All, Music
Could you make a beat in 10 seconds or less? (I think I could…ok, maybe in 20 seconds with a good MIDI interface) Welcome to the world of speedrunning or speed producing. Speedrunning has emerged within the rap industry, a phenomenon where up-and-coming...
by Kabir Sehgal | Mar 4, 2024 | All, Music
Beyoncé has gone country. But will country radio play along? I sure hope so… Beyoncé’s release of the country-infused single “Texas Hold ‘Em” has raised questions about whether country radio stations will play her new songs. Initially, a...
by Kabir Sehgal | Feb 19, 2024 | All, Music
Does your favorite restaurant illegally stream music? There’s a pending lawsuit that has many asking the same question. The Venetian hotel in Las Vegas, under new management by Apollo Private Equity, is facing a $264 million lawsuit for illegally streaming songs...
by Kabir Sehgal | Jan 29, 2024 | All, Music
Got your hoodie ready for this one? Nu metal, a subgenre that was largely reviled in the 2000s, has made an unexpected comeback in fashion. The genre, known for its heavy guitar riffs, scream-filled choruses, and angsty lyrics, has recently gained popularity among a...
by Kabir Sehgal | Jan 22, 2024 | All, Music
Does anyone else miss their Walkman? Your smartphone has several limitations as a music player. Features like cameras and larger screens take precedence over delivering the best audio experience. Despite the popularity of Apple’s iPod, it eventually lost ground...
by Kabir Sehgal | Jan 12, 2024 | All, Music
1. Why are you a musician? I am a musician to do what I have no choice doing, play music. Being a musician I am healthy, free, fulfilled. 2. Who inspired your musical inspirations? My musical inspirations are Malcolm X, Prince, Nikola Tesla, Hendrix, Mandela, Stevie...
by Kabir Sehgal | Jan 8, 2024 | All, Music
Should AI algorithms be allowed to scrape music? This heavy question is at the heart of an ongoing battle. The Music Industry vs. Silicon Valley I wonder who wins this one… (My bet is on the techies) Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) argues that...
