Wednesday, 31 December 2025

The Worst Album of 2025? - Reacting To The Guardian's Sleep Token Review


Reacting to The Guardian’s Sleep Token Review All of my music and backing tracks are here: https://ift.tt/LuWXk3e Here are some affiliate links to gear that I recommend and use: My strings: https://ift.tt/3c5gUDr New Ghost Fret Classic: https://ift.tt/yb7zMQT Chapman ML3 Pro X: https://ift.tt/jQzt7el NUX TRIDENT Floor Preamp: https://ift.tt/0M8xt2e Shure SM7B (I use this mic for everything): https://ift.tt/i6qXQwW My practice amp (Boss Katana 100): https://ift.tt/WVSJ46z INSTAGRAM ►► @Rob_Chappers FACEBOOK ►► https://ift.tt/BLZGyFg I own/or am endorsed/sponsored or have done paid for advertising by the following brands: ►► Snake oil fine instruments, Chapman Guitars, Andertons, Thomann, Ernie Ball, Gravity, Victory, BadCat, Boss/Roland, Orange, Universal Audio ,Vans, Faith, Barefaced Audio, Mooer, Olimpus Music ➤ Tags #RobChapman #Chappers #RobChappers

Monday, 29 December 2025

The Inconvenient Truth...


The inconvenient truth about guitar gear All of my music and backing tracks are here: https://ift.tt/cNaT5vI Here are some affiliate links to gear that I recommend and use: My strings: https://ift.tt/PKxqjdw New Ghost Fret Classic: https://ift.tt/q3XmJk4 Chapman ML3 Pro X: https://ift.tt/bJnQaL3 NUX TRIDENT Floor Preamp: https://ift.tt/oiDTrWC Shure SM7B (I use this mic for everything): https://ift.tt/Km5yOQs My practice amp (Boss Katana 100): https://ift.tt/zMRQnxA INSTAGRAM ►► @Rob_Chappers FACEBOOK ►► https://ift.tt/7Shmbf2 I own/or am endorsed/sponsored or have done paid for advertising by the following brands: ►► Snake oil fine instruments, Chapman Guitars, Andertons, Thomann, Ernie Ball, Gravity, Victory, BadCat, Boss/Roland, Orange, Universal Audio ,Vans, Faith, Barefaced Audio, Mooer, Olimpus Music ➤ Tags #RobChapman #Chappers #RobChappers

Friday, 26 December 2025

When Everything Stopped, We Had to Pivot #musora #pianote #drumeo


Musora did not happen overnight. It was built through experimentation, setbacks, and a relentless focus on helping musicians first. Join us as we walk through the complete evolution of Musora, starting with Jared Falk’s early days on a farm, the founding of Drumeo alongside Rick Kettner, and the pivotal decisions that shaped the business as it evolved from DVDs to free online lessons, YouTube growth, and live music education at scale. You will see how Drumeo attracted world-class artists, how the pandemic reshaped online learning, and why Drumeo, Pianote, and other instruments were eventually unified under one platform called Musora. Whether you are a creator, entrepreneur, or musician, this story offers lessons about adaptability, community, and building something that truly serves people.

This is the First World Class Artist at Drumeo #musora #drumeo #pianote


Musora did not happen overnight. It was built through experimentation, setbacks, and a relentless focus on helping musicians first. Join us as we walk through the complete evolution of Musora, starting with Jared Falk’s early days on a farm, the founding of Drumeo alongside Rick Kettner, and the pivotal decisions that shaped the business as it evolved from DVDs to free online lessons, YouTube growth, and live music education at scale. You will see how Drumeo attracted world-class artists, how the pandemic reshaped online learning, and why Drumeo, Pianote, and other instruments were eventually unified under one platform called Musora. Whether you are a creator, entrepreneur, or musician, this story offers lessons about adaptability, community, and building something that truly serves people.

From a Farm to Millions of Musicians #musora #drumeo #pianote


Musora did not happen overnight. It was built through experimentation, setbacks, and a relentless focus on helping musicians first. Join us as we walk through the complete evolution of Musora, starting with Jared Falk’s early days on a farm, the founding of Drumeo alongside Rick Kettner, and the pivotal decisions that shaped the business as it evolved from DVDs to free online lessons, YouTube growth, and live music education at scale. You will see how Drumeo attracted world-class artists, how the pandemic reshaped online learning, and why Drumeo, Pianote, and other instruments were eventually unified under one platform called Musora. Whether you are a creator, entrepreneur, or musician, this story offers lessons about adaptability, community, and building something that truly serves people.

The History of Musora (Documentary)


Musora did not happen overnight. It was built through experimentation, setbacks, and a relentless focus on helping musicians first. Join us as we walk through the complete evolution of Musora, starting with Jared Falk’s early days on a farm, the founding of Drumeo alongside Rick Kettner, and the pivotal decisions that shaped the business as it evolved from DVDs to free online lessons, YouTube growth, and live music education at scale. You will see how Drumeo attracted world-class artists, how the pandemic reshaped online learning, and why Drumeo, Pianote, and other instruments were eventually unified under one platform called Musora. Whether you are a creator, entrepreneur, or musician, this story offers lessons about adaptability, community, and building something that truly serves people. Follow us: ►Website https://musora.com/ ►Instagram: https://ift.tt/5X4Ayr2 ►Facebook: https://ift.tt/j17UKAO ►TikTok: https://ift.tt/b6XW0tj _____________________ #Musora #Documentary #Drumeo

Thursday, 25 December 2025

That’s Life (We Didn’t Try to Be Sinatra) #musora #littlehurt #franksinatra


In this episode of Covers on the Spot, Colin of Little Hurt walks into EastWest Studios and is handed Frank Sinatra’s “That’s Life,” a song literally recorded down the hall in Studio 1. With only a few hours, chords and lyrics in hand, the band has to tear the tune apart and rebuild it into something that sounds like Colin's work, grappling with key changes, phrasing, swagger, and the impossible task of not sounding like a Sinatra impersonator. It’s a perfect glimpse into how artists grapple with legacy, instinct, and creativity when they’re compelled to learn from the greats and make it their own.

When the Band Locks in #musora #littlehurt #franksinatra


In this episode of Covers on the Spot, Colin of Little Hurt walks into EastWest Studios and is handed Frank Sinatra’s “That’s Life,” a song literally recorded down the hall in Studio 1. With only a few hours, chords and lyrics in hand, the band has to tear the tune apart and rebuild it into something that sounds like Colin's work, grappling with key changes, phrasing, swagger, and the impossible task of not sounding like a Sinatra impersonator. It’s a perfect glimpse into how artists grapple with legacy, instinct, and creativity when they’re compelled to learn from the greats and make it their own.

Wednesday, 24 December 2025

Alt-Pop Band Covers Frank Sinatra On The Spot #musora #littlehurt #franksinatra


In this episode of Covers on the Spot, Colin of Little Hurt walks into EastWest Studios and is handed Frank Sinatra’s “That’s Life,” a song literally recorded down the hall in Studio 1. With only a few hours, chords and lyrics in hand, the band has to tear the tune apart and rebuild it into something that sounds like Colin's work, grappling with key changes, phrasing, swagger, and the impossible task of not sounding like a Sinatra impersonator. It’s a perfect glimpse into how artists grapple with legacy, instinct, and creativity when they’re compelled to learn from the greats and make it their own.

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

When Meija Understood the Assignment #musora #meija #dollyparton


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song.

I Will Always Love You (A Dark Goodbye) #musora #meija #dollyparton


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song.

When Tape Loops Meet Heartbreak #musora #mejia #dollyparton


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song.

Thursday, 18 December 2025

Bel Reimagined the Blink-182 Classic #musora #bel #blink182


For this episode of Covers On The Spot, we threw Blink-182’s “Stay Together for the Kids” at Bel and her bandmates. The band experimented with fingerpicked intros, shifting energy arcs, instrument swaps, and even called in a last-minute bassist to keep the low end alive. This episode is a reminder that the best covers don’t come from copying the original; they come from musicians trusting their instincts and letting collaboration do the heavy lifting.

Stay Together for the Kids – Reimagined by Bel #musora #bel #blink182


For this episode of Covers On The Spot, we threw Blink-182’s “Stay Together for the Kids” at Bel and her bandmates. The band experimented with fingerpicked intros, shifting energy arcs, instrument swaps, and even called in a last-minute bassist to keep the low end alive. This episode is a reminder that the best covers don’t come from copying the original; they come from musicians trusting their instincts and letting collaboration do the heavy lifting.

Wednesday, 17 December 2025

When the drum track is recorded in the same room #musora #bel #blink182


For this episode of Covers On The Spot, we threw Blink-182’s “Stay Together for the Kids” at Bel and her bandmates. The band experimented with fingerpicked intros, shifting energy arcs, instrument swaps, and even called in a last-minute bassist to keep the low end alive. This episode is a reminder that the best covers don’t come from copying the original; they come from musicians trusting their instincts and letting collaboration do the heavy lifting.

Wait… Is This Blink-182? #musora #bel #blink182


For this episode of Covers On The Spot, we threw Blink-182’s “Stay Together for the Kids” at Bel and her bandmates. The band experimented with fingerpicked intros, shifting energy arcs, instrument swaps, and even called in a last-minute bassist to keep the low end alive. This episode is a reminder that the best covers don’t come from copying the original; they come from musicians trusting their instincts and letting collaboration do the heavy lifting.

Three Musicians. One Song. No Plan #musora #bel #blink182


For this episode of Covers On The Spot, we threw Blink-182’s “Stay Together for the Kids” at Bel and her bandmates. The band experimented with fingerpicked intros, shifting energy arcs, instrument swaps, and even called in a last-minute bassist to keep the low end alive. This episode is a reminder that the best covers don’t come from copying the original; they come from musicians trusting their instincts and letting collaboration do the heavy lifting.

Friday, 12 December 2025

Turning a Frank Ocean track into an alt-rock banger #musora #pointnorth #frankocean


Point North joined us in Studio 2 at EastWest, the same room where Frank Ocean tracked “Super Rich Kids", and promptly deconstructed it on the spot. With no preparation and an afternoon for their rearrangement, they rebuilt the song from the ground up as an alt-rock track befitting their own eclectic catalogue. With reverence for the original, the band was fearless enough to turn Frank Ocean’s laid-back satire into something new.

Super Rich Kids Reimagined by Point North #musora #pointnorth #frankocean


Point North joined us in Studio 2 at EastWest, the same room where Frank Ocean tracked “Super Rich Kids", and promptly deconstructed it on the spot. With no preparation and an afternoon for their rearrangement, they rebuilt the song from the ground up as an alt-rock track befitting their own eclectic catalogue. With reverence for the original, the band was fearless enough to turn Frank Ocean’s laid-back satire into something new.

Thursday, 11 December 2025

They Turned Whitney’s Studio Into an Indie Fever Dream #musora #meija #dollyparton


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song.

He Turned Dolly’s Love Song Into a Haunting Indie Masterpiece #musora #meija #dollyparton


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song.

Wednesday, 10 December 2025

Their First Listen Says Everything #musora #meija #dollyparton


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song.

Indie-Rock Trio Covers "I Will Always Love You" On The Spot #musora #meija #dollyparton


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song.

Indie-Rock Trio Covers "I Will Always Love You" On The Spot (Ft. meija)


We teamed up with Jamie Sierota, aka "meija" at the legendary EastWest studio in LA to take on one of the most iconic ballads of all time - Dolly Parton's “I Will Always Love You” - with zero prep and only an afternoon. Armed with a musical "bag of tricks", Jamie did what he is best known for and experimented with tape loops, vocal effects, and gnarly guitar... all in the same room where Whitney once recorded her iconic cover of the same song. By the end, the band made a stellar cover in a room that shares a lot of history with the song. Try 7 Days Of Musora FREE (Drumeo, Pianote, Guitareo, Singeo) ► https://ift.tt/YWQIMsG Listen to meija: ►https://ift.tt/SXOZerW _____________________ Chapters: 00:00 - The Intro 01:55 - The Rules 02:11 - Reacting to the Song 05:27 - Creating the Cover 07:46 - Introducing The Tape Loop 13:09 - Experimenting With Gear 15:51 - Testing The Phone Mic 17:21 - Final Performance 21:57 - Closing Thoughts _____________________ Follow meija ►Instagram: https://ift.tt/UVxPFXu ►TikTok: https://ift.tt/MmwjAaG Follow Ron Jackson ►Instagram: https://ift.tt/4RaGJrB Follow us: ►Website https://musora.com/ ►Instagram: https://ift.tt/gw92Esl ►Facebook: https://ift.tt/qVQybcZ ►TikTok: https://ift.tt/j4HMGgQ _____________________ #Musora #meija #Dollyparton

Tuesday, 9 December 2025

She Says Nothing… Then Goes OFF #musora #ulyssesowensjr #nirvana


The last time Ulysses visited Drumeo, we challenged him to make up his own drum part for "In Bloom" by Nirvana. This time, he brought his jazz ensemble, Generation Y, for a brand new challenge where they reinvisioned a Nirvana track on the spot. Watch as the band works together to come up with an incredible cover! Let us know what you think!

Monday, 8 December 2025

Heard Nirvana Once — Then PURE Magic happens #musora #ulyssesowensjr #nirvana


The last time Ulysses visited Drumeo, we challenged him to make up his own drum part for "In Bloom" by Nirvana. This time, he brought his jazz ensemble, Generation Y, for a brand new challenge where they reinvisioned a Nirvana track on the spot. Watch as the band works together to come up with an incredible cover! Let us know what you think!

Ulysses Takes On Nirvana… AGAIN 💀 #musora #ulyssesowensjr #nirvana


STREAMING anywhere you listen to music! Check out Ulysses Owens Jr. & Generation Y's cover of "Heart-Shaped Box": https://ift.tt/KZ96Ldm

Wednesday, 3 December 2025

The moment they find the funky groove… and instantly lock in. #musora #thefreelabel #alicechains


For the first time ever, we are releasing an extended cut of a Covers On The Spot episode featuring The Free Label covering Alice in Chains. We loved the creativity of these musicians so much that we thought we'd give you a peek at what we see from the control room. If you haven't seen the original episode yet, you can view that here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gme17T5WQNM

FULL SESSION: The Free Label Covers Alice In Chains On The Spot


For the first time ever, we are releasing an extended cut of a Covers On The Spot episode featuring The Free Label covering Alice in Chains. We loved the creativity of these musicians so much that we thought we'd give you a peek at what we see from the control room. If you haven't seen the original episode yet, you can view that here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gme17T5WQNM Try 7 Days Of Musora FREE (Drumeo, Pianote, Guitareo, Singeo) ► https://ift.tt/CM5ueZn Listen to The Free Label: ►https://ift.tt/WvPnC9m _____________________ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:16 - The Rules 02:40 - Reacting To The Song 06:37 - First Jam 08:38 - Figuring Out The Chorus 09:36 - Second Listen 11:11 - Taking Inspiration from Pharrell and Justin Timberlake 12:44 - Changing The Time Signature to 4/4 16:35 - Adding The Shots 17:34 - Figuring Out The Bridge 21:35 - Incorporating The Chromatic Movement Of The Original 23:38 - Second Jam 25:34 - Rearranging The Structure 33:24 - Figuring Out The Intro/Outro 37:10 - Third Jam 40:33 - Finalizing the Outro 45:09 - Drum/Guitar Solo! 50:37 - Ron Interrupts With A Question For Music Students 51:50 - "Improv Is Just Stuff You've Practiced 1000 Times" 54:50 - Josh's Hand Signals 55:47 - Fourth Jam 1:01:00 - Figuring Out Harmonies 1:06:22 - Final Jam 1:08:50 - Prepping For The First And Final Take 1:11:00 - Final Performance 1:13:18 - Closing Thoughts 1:20:25 - How Close Did They Get To Their Sound? 1:20:53 - Calling Out Other Bands _____________________ Follow http://www.youtube.com/@freelabellove ►Instagram: https://ift.tt/5LezPtU ►TikTok: https://ift.tt/ePhjc38 Follow Ron Jackson ►Instagram: https://ift.tt/02AcYur Follow us: ►Website https://musora.com/ ►Instagram: https://ift.tt/QGsFEtu ►Facebook: https://ift.tt/gIQEWyu ►TikTok: https://ift.tt/cLjMtVY _____________________ #Musora #TheFreeLabel #AliceInChains