“The Dawn” — Fully AI-Crafted music created by a drummer embracing AI and its utility for creating and learning. Yes, this is going to be controversial. The new video release of “The Dawn” is the first song from a full volume of music called “Streetlamps” created solely via artificial intelligence sources. As a former professional recording and gigging drummer, AI
Read MoreIf you’ve been following the world of Open Source for a while, you know that Linux distributions often come and go. Trends shift toward radical new interfaces or “bleeding-edge” features that require a manual to understand. I still find good ole Linux Mint one of the best Linux desktop choices for daily use. Yet, as we move through December 2025,
Read MoreMark Zonder – A Progenitor of Modern Progressive Metal Drumming Progressive metal is a genre defined by complexity, creativity, and an unyielding pursuit of musical exploration. While many drummers have left their mark on its evolution, few have shaped its identity as profoundly as Mark Zonder. Known for his work with Fates Warning, Warlord, and numerous other projects, Zonder’s approach
Read MoreAlex Bent’s drumming on Trivium’s Struck Dead EP is the best metal drumming performance of 2025 When a band as seasoned as Trivium drops a new release, expectations are high. Yet with Struck Dead, released October 31, 2025, they didn’t just meet them — they soared. At the heart of what makes this EP stand out is Alex Bent’s drumming:
Read MoreMikkey Dee has carved out a legacy that shaped the evolution of progressive and metal drumming in ways few fully recognize. When conversations turn to influential drummers in the metal world, names like Neil Peart, Mike Portnoy, and Tomas Haake often dominate the spotlight. Yet quietly—and powerfully—Mikkey Dee has carved out a legacy that shaped the evolution of progressive and
Read MoreA simple formula to unlock extraordinary results. Understanding the Importance of the Three C’s in Achieving Success. Many years ago while working in the web hosting industry I advocated for what I then called, “The Three C’s of Hosting” in the offering of services and support to users and customers. Little did I know this seemingly simple idea would stick
Read MoreThe “Prog Four”: How Fates Warning, Queensrÿche, Dream Theater, and Crimson Glory Shaped American Progressive Metal Music Progressive metal, specifically “american progressive metal” as a genre, didn’t appear overnight. It grew from the technical brilliance of progressive rock and the power of heavy metal, fusing the best of both worlds to create something both cerebral and visceral. While the influence
Read MoreAmerican progressive metal progenitors Queensryche firing on all cylinders with “Digital Noise Alliance“, delivering one of the best releases in the bands history and possibly one of this years most notable metal recordings. Once again full disclosure, I’m a life long fan of Queensryche going back to 1984 when The Warning was released and changed the American progressive metal landscape.
Read MoreThe IRVA Remote Viewing Conference 2022 starts today. The IRVA Remote Viewing Conference 2022 begins today, I’m excited, I am attending virtually providing a daily recap and “almost live blog” here. The IRVA Remote Viewing Conference 2022 is being broadcast live via Zoom for special pricing for those unable to attend in person. A few days after the conference, live-stream
Read MoreThe IRVA Remote Viewing Conference 2021 wrapped you over this past weekend, 10-12 September 2021. It was a resounding success, great attendance both physically and virtually, excellent presentations and thought provoking discussion. Wait a second though… I think revisiting remote viewing stage 5 may be warranted. Why would I suggest revisiting remote viewing stage 5? One of the talks I
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