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It’s a little like getting on a plane, the desire to get more seats in the auditorium than perhaps is comfortable in order to maximise revenue per performance. It’s logical and maybe in some of the older theatres previous generations weren’t as tall as us but whatever the case it still makes for theatre seats that are not as comfortable as they could be.

Living in Lancashire most of my theatre visits are in the county and I just have to tell you about the exception to the rule above that I recently found in Blackburn.

It came about through my wife’s business. She runs networking events for local entrepreneurs who are looking for business networking Lancashire and specifically along the M65 corridor. One of her venues in Blackburn is not so good so a change was in order and it was one of the members of her business networking groups that suggested looking at the Thwaites Empire Theatre.

I have to say that I was quite sceptical but one of the directors of the theatre was willing to show us round and throw in a free performance for us. We watched an excellent production of “Shearer Or Me” but it was the tour of the theatre that really brought the visit to life.

The theatre was originally a cinema constructed in the early 1900s and packed it’s guests in on bench seats for a penny at the front, two at the back and a whole four pence for the balcony. It thrived until the advent of the television and also because it’s not ideally situated for the centre of Blackburn it fell on hard times and was eventually closed. The building lay derelict for many years until 1996 when it was acquired by a number of local businessmen with a vision to restore the theatre to it’s former glory.

Fortunately the men with the vision had plenty of business networking advice and went about securing funding from local businesses and the Blackburn family brewery Thwaites. Lot’s of hard work, five years of planning and £650,000 later and the Thwaites Empire Theatre was born complete with stage, orchestra pit, seating for 180 and of course a hospitality bar. I understand that part of the financial deal with Thwaites is that the theatre takes the brewery beer until the debt is paid off and to give you some idea of the magnitude of Thwaites generosity this won’t be paid off in my lifetime or probably yours. In fact I also understand that if the brewery now makes a bad business deal it’s referred to as a theatre deal!

The stalls used to seat 600 and now seat 180 so you can see how attention to customer comfort has taken precedence over the “bums on seats” mentality at other establishments and it was when sitting down that many people commented that this has to be the theatre with the most comfortable seats in Lancashire. The balcony was eventually completed in 2007 with further donations of £250,000 and to this day the theatre is run not for profit by volunteers.

It’s a beautiful theatre and well worth a visit and you never know, there maybe some business networking events being run there in the future.

Resources: Business Networking Information - Handy Business Networking Info. Business Networking Lancashire - Events in Lancashire. Business Networking Advice - Tips and Advice for Business Networking

The Greasy Truckers Party, as a double-LP set, was the item that every serious music collector in the 70’s and 80’s just had to have. Just to have seen a copy was something to tell fellow enthusiasts at the next fair.

In 2007, over 30 years later, the original eight-track master tapes had not only survived, but they had been turned into three very fully packed CDs, the complete sets of Man, Brinsley Schwarz, and Hawkwind (with a Magic Michael & Friends track thrown in too).

With the addition of Deke Leonard from ‘The ‘Dream’, the Man started to be talked about with the same weight as The Grateful Dead. The band were a late addition to the Greasy Truckers Party, held at London’s Roundhouse, on Sunday 13th February 1972. Hawkwind were the headline act on a bill that included Brinsley Schwarz and Magic Michael.

Andrew Lauder, UA’s label manager, called the Greasy Truckers, “a loose organisation of individuals whose ideals were based on those of the Diggers in San Francisco, recycling money into worthwhile causes.”

Man contributed five tracks to the CD with ‘Spunk Rock’ (originally a four minute track entitled ‘Spunk Box’) providing a 20 minute mix of electric guitars and powerhouse drumming.

This was the first of two concerts to be recorded (the second, Dingwalls Dancehall, featured Camel, Henry Cow, Gong and the Global Village Trucking Co).

Brinsley Schwarz were an excellent band, albeit in a pub-rock kind of way and featured a certain Nick Lowe. They played a creative yet tight set.

Magic Michael + Friends contributed just one track to the album and it’s best to swiftly move on.

The balance of the party is given to Hawkwind, with 12 tracks to enjoy.

This was originally sold as a double vinyl album, sold at ?1.50, it rapidly sold out, and became a collector’s item. The original album contained:

Side 1

Man - “Spunk Rock” (Ace/Jones/Leonard/Williams)

Side 2

Man - “Angel Easy” (Ace/John/Jones/Leonard/Williams)

DJ Andy Dunkley - Speech

DJ Andy Dunkley - Power cut

Brinsley Schwarz - “Wonder Woman” (Tousaint)

Brinsley Schwarz - “Its Just My Way of Saying Thank You” (Lowe)

Brinsley Schwarz - “I’m Ahead If I Can Quit While I’m Behind” (Ford)

Side 3

Brinsley Schwarz - “Midnight Train” (trad. arranged Brinsley Schwarz)

Brinsley Schwarz - “Surrender to the Rhythm” (Lowe)

Magic Michael - “Music Belongs to the People” (Michael)

Side 4

Hawkwind - “Master of the Universe” (Turner/Brock)

Hawkwind - “Born to Go” (Calvert/Brock)

The complete recording of the concert was released as a triple-CD box set in 2007. This box set includes the original take of Hawkwind’s “Silver Machine” single, (actually remixed in the studio, Lemmy replacing the original vocals).

Disk 1

Man - “Spunk Rock”

Man - “Many Are Called But Few Get Up”

Man - “Angel Easy”

Man - “Bananas (Early Instrumental Version)”

Man - “Romaine”

Disk 2

Brinsley Schwarz - “Intro”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Country Girl”

Brinsley Schwarz - “One More Day”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Unknown Number”

Brinsley Schwarz - “She’s Got to Be Real”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Home Work”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Nervous on the Road (But Can’t Stay at Home)”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Range War”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Silver Pistol”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Going Down the Road”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Midnight Train”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Private Number”

Brinsley Schwarz - “It’s Just My Way of Saying Thank You”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Wonder Woman”

Brinsley Schwarz - “I’m Ahead If I Can Quit While I’m Behind”

Brinsley Schwarz - “Surrender to the Rhythm”

Magic Michael - “Music Belongs to the People”

Disk 3

Hawkwind - “Announcement/Apology”

Hawkwind - “This is Your Captain Speaking (Breakdown)”

Hawkwind - “This is Your Captain Speaking”

Hawkwind - “You Shouldn’t Do That”

Hawkwind - “The Awakening”

Hawkwind - “Master of the Universe”

Hawkwind - “Paranoia”

Hawkwind - “Earth Calling”

Hawkwind - “Silver Machine”

Hawkwind - “Welcome to the Future”

Hawkwind - “Born to Go”

Hawkwind - “Brainstorm (Jam)”

DJ Andy Dunkley - “End Announcement”

Marek Norvid has been in the music business since he was the entertainment officer at Newcastle University back in the 80s. In the late 80’s he set up RPM Music which is one of the few independent records stores still in existence in the UK. You can visit cdxpress.co.uk to check out the latest classic rock releases.

Have you ever wondered what you need to do to achieve guitar brilliance and finally be able to show your skills on various outdoor occasions (picnics, hanging with friends at the beach etc.) without all the self-doubt and nervousness? Unfortunately it is very common that a guitarist comes to the point when he needs to do the right thing and overcome those fears, if he wants to really develop into a great guitar player. But – as in any other situation – there are sure ways to overcome all of that.

The secret is that – well – there is no secret. You need to do just what you would need to do with any other thing to get brilliant with it. But there is a systematical approach that might help you and I will try to give you some insight on it.

First, don’t rush out and buy all the books you can get. No book can give you what only an hour or two with an expert guitarist will do for you. You need to be shown the basics – and you need to get a rock solid base for all your future progress. Yes, I said shown. No book, no matter how well-written, can give you that, trust me. So, consult with some of your fellow guitarist friends and ask them who taught them to play in the very beginning. Then – if needed – cough up those fifty bucks and you’ll be a new man … um, a new guitarist.

Once an experienced guitarist shows you what you need to know, it’s time to start to practice. I wouldn’t recommend making a schedule and sticking to it – it is a sure way to lose interest, because it makes playing seem like some sort of a must. And the thing with music is – nothing is a must. Everything must come as a joy to you. Just play whenever you feel like playing. That way you’ll be thrilled to strum those chords and with that kind of approach you’ll learn incredibly fast – much faster than you would otherwise. And when you notice how much better you are getting in practically no time, all the excitement triples … and you will be playing even more … and getting even better. It’s as simple as that. A snowball effect, but this time a positive one.

If you don’t want to spend too much time browsing for the chords and tablatures, I really recommend that you find yourself a great guitar chords and tabs archive and then just strum away all the songs you really like. Make sure that you find a website that has everything you might need. It needs to have a huge database of chords and tabs, the auto-scroller (so you don’t have to worry about that while playing), maybe even the option to transpose a song into another key (this way it will be much easier for you to sing along).

Once you build up some guitar-mileage, you get to the great part. Everybody has at least a couple of friends who know how to play the guitar. Once you feel that you’ve mastered the basics and you can play the rhythm without much of a trouble, you really need to get together with those guys (and girls). Arrange some kind of a meeting, bring some drinks and then just play whatever comes to your mind … That kind of hanging out with a group of fellow guitarists has really taught me the most, but not just that – I remember those meetings as something really beautiful. And that is what you need to look for in the music. Always.

So, go out there, have fun and once you become a GREAT guitarist, don’t forget to remember me.

Anze Sustar is a guitar enthusiast and a web reviewer. His favourite guitar-related website is YourChords.com - a guitar chords and tabs archive. You can find it at http://www.yourchords.com.

Shopping for the right HDTV is not an easy task - it can be quite daunting. What features are important when making a decision? How do you compare different models of TVs? How do you make sense of it all? This article should help you understand the ins and outs of shopping for a HDTV.

Understanding some of the technical specifications of high definition televisions will make it easier to select the right one for you. First, make a selection based on native resolution (this is the number of horizontal pixels by vertical pixels the has the capability to display.) TVs with a higher native resolution produce a better picture. Sets with a 1080p display have a native resolution of 1920×1080 - anything lower than 720p is not truly a high definition television. Luckily HD TV prices have dropped significantly over the years, which means you can have your cake and eat it too.

The next item to consider with HDTV TVs is contrast ratio. What this boils down to is the difference between a white pixel and a black pixel (or the brightest image to the darkest). Again, the higher the ratio the better off you’ll be when it comes to HD TV. If you select a 1080p TV, a contrast ratio of 10,000:1 is stellar - the picture quality of these TVs will blow you away. But there is one thing to watch out for when researching the contrast ratio of a HD TV. Sometimes the manufacturer will advertise a 10,000 or 15,000 ratio that really refers to the dynamic contrast ratio of the TVs, which is different. This is something to look out for when searching for a LCD HD because with a LCD television the contrast ratio tends to be on the low side. The dynamic ratio only reflects the amount of dark and bright luminosity that the television produces over a period of time.

Next, consider selecting from HDTVs with standard definition. Most people still watch many forms of media that are not made for high definition TV, so this is an important feature to have. Although HDTVs can display standard definition from DVDs, VHS, and satellite and cable, the picture quality is not up to par. Televisions that are designed to play standard definition are a better investment.

The video processor is also important. The computer inside the LCD HDTV is the brain behind high definition television - it processes the high definition TV signals coming into the set and displays them on the screen. If this part of the system is not up to scratch, the picture quality will suffer, no matter how good the other specifications are. A cheap HDTV processor leads to a disappointing experience. HD televisions are meant to be high quality. The easiest way to research processors is to read reviews on High Definition televisions and find out what the experts say about picture quality for each system you are considering. Whether purchasing a LCD, or any of the other HD TVs available, research is key.

To learn more about HDTVs, check out the HDTV Web Site.

The 2006 Sweden Rock Festival was a three day gig included such luminaries as Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Def Leppard, The Michael Schenker Group, Whitesnake and Ted Nugent.

‘Sweden Rocks’ is the recording of Ted Nugent’s performance and has been released on both CD and DVD.

Variously described as ‘over-the-top,’ ‘energetic,’ and simply ‘crazy,’ his live performance provides all of those elements and then some.

For Sweden Rocks, Ted Nugent is back with typical energy – and on this occasion, he’s part of a three-piece also containing drummer Mick Brown and bassist Barry Sparks (formerly with the Michael Schenker Group).

This live disc is Ted Nugent at his enthusiastic best. When you consider his energy, it is hard to believe he’s been around for almost forty years - it’s been 33 years since his debut album, imaginatively titled Ted Nugent.

Tracks like “Wango Tango” and “Free For All” are delivered with equal gusto and he’s always been a master of stage talk too - although parental advisory is recommended at times!

Also included alongside his better known tracks is “Cat Scratch Fever” from his recent studio album Love Grenade.

A quintessential American hard rocker, Ted Nugent has more recently found that his ‘other’ pursuits have gathered as much press as his music.

A self-proclaimed ‘outdoorsman,’ hunter, political activist and spokesperson on behalf of The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, there appears to be no subject upon which he is not prepared to debate.

Despite this (and perhaps at times - it must be said - aided by this), it is his particular style of guitar playing that has grown a huge fanbase. And it’s live where his trademark shotgun style is most appreciated. Despite partial hearing loss due to years of loud music, he still performs onstage like a man possessed.

CD Album Tracks:

1) Stormtroopin’

2) Wango Tango

3) Snakeskin Cowboys

4) Free For All

5) Wang Dang Sweet Poontang

6) Raw Dogs & War Hogs

7) Soul Man

Hey Baby

9) Dog Eat Dog

10) Still Raising Hell

11) Cat Scratch Fever

12) Stranglehold

13) Great White Buffalo

Bio of the artist:

Theodore “Ted” Nugent (born December 13, 1948) (a.k.a. The Nuge and The Motor City Madman) is an American hard rock guitarist and vocalist from Detroit, Michigan.

Ted Nugent Discography:

Ted Nugent (1975)

Free-for-All (1976)

Cat Scratch Fever (1977)

Weekend Warriors (1978)

Double Live Gonzo! (1978) (Live)

State of Shock (1979)

Scream Dream (1980)

Intensities in 10 Cities (1981) (Live)

Great Gonzos!: The Best of Ted Nugent (1981) (Compliation)

Nugent (1982)

Penetrator (1984)

Little Miss Dangerous (1986)

If You Can’t Lick ‘Em…Lick ‘Em (1988)

Out of Control (1993) (Compliation)

Spirit of the Wild (1995)

Over the Top (1996) (Compliation)

Ted Nugent/Cat Scratch Fever/Free-for-All (1997) (Compliation)

Dragon Attack: A Tribute to Queen (1997)

Live at Hammersmith ‘79 (1997) (Live)

Super Hits (1998) (Compliation)

On the Edge/Over the Top (2000) (Compliation)

Noble Savage (2001) (Compliation)

Full Bluntal Nugity (2001) (Live)

Craveman (2002)

The Ultimate Ted Nugent (2002) (Compliation)

Take Two (2002) (Compliation)

20 Hits (2003) (Compliation)

Take No Prisoners (2003) (Compliation)

Hunt Music (2003) (Compliation)

Decades of Destruction (2004) (Compliation)

Greatest Collection (2004) (Compliation)

Extended Versions (2005) (Live)

Motor City Madness (2006) (Compliation)

Love Grenade (2007)

Marek Norvid has been in the music business since he was the entertainment officer at Newcastle University back in the 80s. In the late 80’s he set up RPM Music which is one of the few independent records stores still in existence in the UK. You can visit cdxpress.co.uk to check out the latest classic rock releases.

If you’re a fan of Blackmore’s Night then you’re going to love Secret Voyage - the first studio album from the band for many years.

As they have done with previous works, Ritchie Blackmore and Candice Night have used traditional melodies and uniquely blended them with contemporary music to produce a style of music best defined as Renaissance Folk Rock. As before, Ritchie Blackmore’s brilliant guitar is complemented by Candice Night’s lyrics and vocals.

The album Secret Voyage consists of twelve brand new tracks. Their latest offering has apparently been inspired by nature and incorporates both acoustic and electric guitars, strings and renaissance instruments.

History of the band:

The ban originated in 1990 when Candice Night was working at a New York radio station. She met Ritchie Blackmore at a soccer game in which he was playing. The two realised they shared an interest in the Renaissance and subsequently entered into a relationship.

Ritchie Blackmore left Deep Purple in 1993 and two years later he recorded the album Stranger in Us All. Candice Night sang backing vocals and contributed to some of the lyrics.

It was at this point that Blackmore became interested in the idea of bringing Renaissance music to a contemporary audience. He decided that Night’s personality and voice made her the natural choice as lead singer. They launched their new band in 1997, with session musicians rounding out the line-up.

The first album, Shadow of the Moon, was a success. As the band continued, rock guitar became more and more influential although - paradoxically - Night contributed more in the way of Renaissance instruments.

The group performs at Renaissance events, as well as touring in their own right. They tend to favour castles as venues and their audience will typically dress in period costume. The success of the band has even spawned two tribute bands - Renaissance Night and Italian Morning Star.

Discography:

Shadow of the Moon (1997)

Under a Violet Moon (1999)

Fires at Midnight (2001)

Ghost of a Rose (2003)

Past Times with Good Company (2003) (Live)

Beyond the Sunset: The Romantic Collection (2004) (Compilation)

Castles and Dreams (2005) (DVD - Live)

The Village Lanterne (2006)

Winter Carols (2006)

Paris Moon (2007) (DVD - Live)

Paris Moon (2007) (Live)

Secret Voyage (2008)

Current band members:

Ritchie Blackmore - guitars, mandolin, domra

Candice Night - vocals, horn, flute

Bard David of larchmont - keyboards

Squire Malcolm of Lumley (Malcolm Dick) - drums

Gypsy Rose - Violin

Earl Grey of Chemey - Bass, mandolin and guitar

Former band members

Sisters of the Moon: Lady Madeline and Lady Nancy (Madeline and Nancy Posner) - backing vocals

Lord Marnen of Wolfhurst (Marnen Laibow-Koser) - violin, flute, recorder

Chris Devine - violin, flute, guitar

Carmine Giglio - keyboards

Mike Sorrentino - percussion

Sir Robert of Normandie (Robert Curiano) - bass, guitars

Tudor Rose (Tina Chancey) - violin, flute

Mick Cervino - bassist

Marci Geller

Adam Forgione

Alex Alexander

Jessie Haynes - guitars and backing vocals

Lady Rraine (Lorraine Ferro) - harmony vocals

Baron St James

Marek Norvid has been in the music business since he was the entertainment officer at Newcastle University back in the 80s. In the late 80’s he set up RPM Music which is one of the few independent records stores still in existence in the UK. You can visit Visit cdxpress.co.uk to check out the latest classic rock releases.

Stag parties usually follow a very predictable pattern - guys get together to drink beer, go to strip clubs, drink more beer, and more importantly, to put the groom in the hot seat. This usually means requiring him to wear ridiculous outfits, making him drink more than he can really stomach, and then there’s the part where the groom’s loyalty to the bride is put to test.

While this may be the type of stag party you’re familiar with, it isn’t necessarily the only stag party there is. Believe it or not, you can have an organized stag party that can actually be fun for you. After all, it’s your day, right?

Instead of having your best man plan out a party by himself, why not get involved in the preparations? This way you get to put in suggestions for activities you’d like to happen, and most important of all, you can make sure that there are no embarrassing surprises.

How Long Should a Stag Last?

An activity-based stag do can go on for as long as a whole weekend, or a quick one-nighter. For a weekend stag, you may want to organize fun activities that you and your buds like to do - like paint-balling, go-kart racing, war game competitions, or whatever interests you. If you want your stag to be a one-night stand, or a one-day stand event for that matter, why not think of other fun, outdoor activities that won’t have to last longer than 24 hrs? But if you prefer to stay indoors, ask your best man to come up with fun activities that will keep everyone entertained.

Where Is the Best Place for the Event?

You can choose to have your party right in your own city, in another city, or even in another country! Deciding the location of the stag will be dependent upon the type of activity, the duration of the activity, and of course, your budget.

Looking for a place to spend your stag in your own locality won’t be much of a problem. If you aren’t so familiar with the area, all you have to do is ask around - dial a couple of phone numbers, or surf the web.

The same thing applies when you want to travel to another city. The only thing you’ll have to consider is the transportation expenses, the event itself, and of course, the availability of your guests.

On the other hand, if you want to travel across the world for the ultimate stag party, you’ll have all the above-mentioned things to worry about, plus a few thousand dollars more. You can try contacting companies that specialize in this area, tell them what you need, what you want, and then have them give you a quote. If it sounds practical and fair, then you’ll have it easier. If not, you’ll have to do the asking by yourself.

Anything Else?

Actually, before anything else, you’ll have to make arrangements for the meals. A stag party is never a stag party without beer - and drinking on an empty stomach is not such a good idea. If you’re hosting a modest party, why not ask a friend who can cook to help you out? If you’re expecting at least 50 guests, hire a caterer!

And above all else, remember to have fun! But then again, be careful not to have too much fun, otherwise, you might end up missing out on your wedding!

After the stag party, don’t forget to get your best men and your groomsmen tokens of appreciation for standing by you on your big day. Get great groomsmen gifts like an engraved flask or engraved Zippos. Visit ExecutiveGiftShoppe.com today.

Want to become not just merely a good guitarist, but a great one, then you must master the guitar fret board. A guitar fret board is the flat section on the front of the neck of the guitar. You play guitar chords and select notes to play on the fret board. There are metal bars embedded across the board dividing it into several parts and these parts are called frets.

Yes, it may seem at first almost impossible, especially for the novice guitarist to know every single note on every single fret, however, if you want to be a great guitarist, it is critical to learn them all. It may be more difficult than learning the notes on the piano but with dogged determination, you can master all the notes and chords on the guitar fret board.

Some people suggest that you can practice the guitar mentally. Frederick Noad the author of “Solo Guitar Playing” suggest mental practice methods such as “Learning by Equivalent Notes”, “Transfer of Position” and “Learning by Fret”. You must keep memorizing the notes and positions until you know when to play the notes instinct even with eyes closed.

Position-to-note and note-to-position are also mental practice methods. This means that whenever you think of or see a position you must know exactly which notes are there. Similarly, whenever you see or think of a note, you must know exactly where to play it on the fret board.

You can also design yourself some memory games or download some that are available on the internet. These games usually use memory cards, which have on them either the fret numbers or the position, or both. You must look at each card and give the relevant information straight out from your memory.

For instance, if you pick up a card which says “Fret 3″, you will have to say “G C F A# D G” out loud. Mnemonics are used for all sorts of learning include learning how to play the guitar. It is a very useful tool in helping you to master the guitar fret board.

Here is an example of Mnemonics - An Elephant was chasing an Ape with a Dog but tripped over a Gator out popped a Bird eating an Emu, helps you learn the open notes of fret 12 and 24. The capitalized letters in bold are the open notes. If you are witty enough, you could come up with your own mnemonics to make your learning the guitar fret board much more fun.

It is also critical to know your ’sharps’ and ‘flats’ very well. C sharp and D flat is the same note, right? However, when you are playing away on your guitar, do you remember that? You must know how it is played, both ways, equally well. This will show that nothing can confuse you or make you hesitate while playing the guitar. This makes you an expert on the guitar fret board.

The guitar fret board has pearl markers strategically located which are embedded in the wood. Usually, these markers are laid in the exact same positions on every guitar. A standard guitar will have these markings on the third fret, the fifth and the ninth.

The twelfth fret has two markers because it is exactly one octave higher than the open string. The fifteenth fret again has a single marker. These markings are not only useful but important as well because they can guide you to find and play the right notes on the fret board more easily.

Mastering the guitar fret board is an extremely time consuming and tiring work. However, the effort is well worth it because once you mastered learning the guitar fret board because you will become an awesome guitarist. This is because most guitarists do not master the fret board and your guitar playing skills will be far ahead of them.

Motivate yourself by learning one fret a time and set a realistic time table when you will know every single note on the fret board. Simply mastering the guitar fret board will make you a much more proficient guitarist and who knows, you may one day become a good superstar guitarist.

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Here are some tips to help you in your quest to be the best Warcraft play yo ever do it. These quick tips should help you save time leveling, and getting better than the competition.

Work on your skills. Being a miner will help you find rocks and the being a skinner will help you skin animals. Grinding also helps you get gold cheap in world of Warcraft. If you are a higher level you will get some more gold in the end. You can also sell those items back at a auction house and make some gold!

After you make some gold, use can then use it to power level if you are a crafter. Strategy guides are invaluable if you plan on having an all night leveling session. So get out there, grab your mouse, fire up your copy of World of Warcraft and get ready to level up as fast as possible.

World of Warcraft is a massive multiplayer online role-playing game developed by Blizzard Entertainment and is the fourth game in the Warcraft series. Right now 10 million different orcs and elves make up the game’s playing subscribers, it such a phenomenon. At any given time, up to 8 million players could be logged in to play.

World of Warcraft has is like the holy grail of computer gaming in some eyes. The game world is always intricate and full of tasks and quests. You may need some more help to complete tasks in the World of Warcraft tips so I want to remind you about the fact that the game is centered around playing style. There will be a time and a place for all the other guides and exploits. However, you can be resourceful by reading any of the tons of tips online, compiled by the best players around the world. These tips are sometimes complied into tips guides with the best collection of money tips, hints and advices for World of Warcraft gamers in them. Every player needs some help from others if they are going to survive the game.

In the end, World of Warcraft is a great adventure which can be played in several different ways. It is a MMORPG that will take you into the persistent state world of Azerorth. In simpler terms, it is the most advanced and popular game in the genre of Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games, or MMORPGs. This is a revolutionary online game. Like I said, there are around 10 million players in their gaming universe right now.

When they make changes to online games it is always a touchy subject among users, but, at the same time, subscribers do expect MMORPGs to evolve and grow. No doubt in Warcraft power leveling, and harvesting gold are very popular aspects of the game. These haven’t changed much but more preventative measures are put in everyday to fight against rapid cheating and exploration of the game. However, if you are going to play a MMORPG today, I’d consider WOW.

Sean Cash is a active gamer and the discoverer of a innovative way to make gold fast in Warcraft. Check it out at http://www.squidoo.com/world-of-warcraft-gold-pimp.

You are an artist, it’s true. But just because you’re an artist doesn’t mean you don’t need to get paid. Money makes a lot of things possible, including time in a recording studio, new and better instruments, and paying your rent so you don’t have to live in a cardboard box and burn your guitar for warmth. There’s nothing wrong with making money from your shows, and if you’re smart you’ll try to optimize that earning power. You don’t have to be a marketing genius or a public relations guru—just think outside the box and make the most of what you already have going for you.

1. Don’t be afraid to ask for what you’re worth.

Just because you want the gig doesn’t mean you have to beg for it. If you’ve got experience performing, and you regularly draw a crowd, your venue stands to benefit as much—if not more—than you do from the show. So don’t let them tell you that you’re not worth paying as much as a “bigger name”. It is also a good idea to go in and tell them exactly what you’re doing to generate a buzz about the show. If they can see that you’re working to get a crowd in, they’ll be a lot more willing to pay you a good rate.

2. Don’t run up a huge bar tab.

Take a lesson from the Blues Brothers. If you’re buying your own drinks at the show, it’s going to eat in to your bottom line. You don’t want to end up owing them money for playing a show. A couple beers to keep you loose isn’t a big deal, but when you start buying round after round of top shelf drinks you’re going to rack up quite a bill. Not to mention that it’s going to affect your performance. You might not think it’s a problem…but then, neither does Amy Winehouse. Stay on top of your game while you’re on stage. There’s plenty of time to party after the show.

3. Sell T-shirts, bumper stickers and CDs at the show.

A small investment in your own marketing merchandise can help generate income. Make sure whatever you’re selling is cool in design and functionality. You can’t go wrong with T-shirts, as long as they don’t look cheesy. Don’t try to sell them for $40 each. You’re not Pink Floyd (yet). The kids that are going to your show aren’t loaded, but they’ll gladly buy and wear your shirt around if it’s affordable and looks good. That’s free advertising. Stickers and other inexpensive items can also bring in some extra money. Remember, you’re not trying to get rich off this stuff—just clear a little profit and get your name out there.

4. The Tip Jar

It never hurts to set it out there. And even if you only get a few bucks, it’s a few bucks more than you had before. Make sure that you sincerely thank the audience for their tips before you close the show.

5. Generate a buzz to ensure a big crowd.

If you’re getting part of the cover, you want to do everything in your power to get people in the door. That means going out and hitting the streets for weeks before the show, printing flyers and cards, asking friends and family to spread the word, and using your contacts to get people to the show. Even if there’s no cover, the more people at your show, the more opportunity you have to sell your CD’s and T-shirts and get tips. Don’t leave it to chance—work hard to get people to the show and it’ll pay off in more ways than one.

6. Make sure your venue will attract people who will like your music.

If you’re an acoustic singer/songwriter, don’t try to play at a club that is known for head banging. It sounds simple enough, but there’s something to be said for playing up to the regulars that are used to going to the venue where you’re playing. Go to a few shows at the same venue beforehand and hang out. See who’s there and talk to some people about your upcoming show. People that are already at the venue are more likely to come back than people who’ve never been there before—even if they know who you are.

7. Look for different types of venues—not just the same old bar scene.

There are lots of places you can play to earn a few bucks. Big corporations often throw parties a couple times a year to celebrate holidays or sales performance. Schools have festivals and events. There are endless places where you can attract a crowd and sell your CD’s. Think outside the box!

8. Make sure you have a website and blog—and a mailing list to remind people where they can see you!

This is such an important piece of getting recognition and money. Make sure people know how to find you online. Every piece of advertising or marketing you do should have your website address on it. Keep your site updated regularly and post information about upcoming shows. When your shows are over be sure to immediately post pictures and videos. Respond to inquiries from fans, prospective venues, and press. You can also sell MP3’s of your songs or the entire CD on your website to generate income. There are literally endless possibilities, and with today’s web tools, it is easier and easier for anyone to create and manage their own website. Most importantly, once you’re on the web, people from all over the world can find you and hear your music. Think big, and make yourself available to an unlimited fan base.

9. Treat your booking professionally.

Make sure you keep track of phone numbers, dates, and venue contacts. This is going to ensure repeat bookings. Until you make it big and have yourself a real business manager, you’re going to have to keep things organized. Some people are naturally good at this, and some people, well…aren’t. Bare minimum, get a big calendar and scribble phone numbers and important dates and times on it to keep track. The more you treat your band like a business, the more money you’re going to make.

10. Stick around after the show and work the room.

Don’t just pack your stuff and high tail it out of the club when you’re done playing. Unless it’s closing time, spend a while chilling out with the crowd and talking to people. When you’ve finished your show, you’ve got a little bit of ‘star quality’ that comes from having been the center of attention for the duration of the show. When you take the time to walk around and thank people for coming, introduce yourself to people and tell them your CD is for sale, or hand them your card with your website on it, you are doing yourself an invaluable service. Try this for three shows in a row, and I guarantee you’re going to see huge results.

Music business expert David Hooper is host of the syndicated radio show, Music Business Radio. Visit MusicMarketing.com for more information on David and additional music business advice.