Music Industry FAQs

You may have heard the term trap set before and wondered what one was. So what is a trap set exactly? And what do drums have to do with a trap set? We’ll explore below.

Heard the term ‘music industry’ but aren’t sure what it means or how it relates to the music you hear? Well today we’re going to simplify the definition of music industry, as well as give a brief history of the music scene.

The words “tuba” and “euphonium” sometimes go hand-in-hand, but the instruments have different histories, designs, and capabilities. Despite being members of the same brass family, they contribute unique additions to an ensemble, whether sitting or marching. Euphonium vs. tuba: what is the difference? Let’s examine what makes tubas and euphoniums unique and how they came…

Drum sets are made up of many pieces. While some are optional, hi-hats are found in many kits. But what are hi-hats exactly? Read on to find this out and more.

For decades, the music industry has utilized singles to allow artists to showcase a handful of songs instead of an entire album. While singles can generate interest in a full album, singles have also been used as rocket fuel to create new stars. So, what is a single in music? Follow along as we break…

Want to know what a bass violin is? Well today we’ll look at just that, as well as how it differs from other types of violin, what its distinguishing features are and more.

Seen or heard of a lute, but aren’t sure exactly what it is? You’ll find out today, as in this article we cover what a lute is, how it differs from guitar, the history of lutes and more.

Wondering what a guitarist does? Well this article helps answer questions like, “What is a guitarist?” and “What does a guitarist do?” After reading this, you’ll have everything you need to understand the many different roles of guitarists.

Heard of Coachella, but not sure exactly what it is? Well this article explains what Coachella is, what kind of music you will see at this festival, and everything you need to know about attending and enjoying it!

When you hear ‘swing’, your head may conjure images of hip-twisting, fast footwork, and a frantic push and pull dance. But what is swing music exactly? In this guide, we’ll give you a definition of swing music, examples of it and its most notable musicians, and take a look at the history of swing music.

You might not realize this, but easy listening music has been around for almost a century. It is pleasing to the ears and very relaxing, so we often play it in the lobbies of businesses and elevators where we don’t give it a second thought. It is music that crosses genre lines and purposely hides…

Enka is one of many musical styles from the Far East, originating in 19th century Japan. The genre is primarily sung by women, though some men have sung the music with great success. The Japanese music style incorporates sentimental sounds with ballad instruments. What is enka music? Here, you can learn about the characteristics, history,…

If you’re old enough, you probably remember a unique form of dancing called breakdancing. It turns out its popularity brought breakbeat music to the spotlight. Breakbeat music can be traced to the 1970s when hip-hop music was all the rage. At the time, DJs used drum breaks from jazz, funk, and R&B to create a…

The global phenomenon of Japanese popular music, shortened to J-pop, has been enjoyed by fans across the world for decades. J-pop experienced a massive surge in popularity during the 2010s, which led to the genre becoming increasingly diverse. But what is J-pop music? This article will define the genre, explore some of the best J-Pop…