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Turn you music into ringers

It is actually extremely easy to turn almost anything in your music collection into a ringer for your cell phone. And there are many ways to get the new file onto your phone.

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Linux kernel update issues with sound

Recently I updated the kernel on my Ubuntu Linux 8.04 (Hardy Heron) box from 2.6.24-22 to 2.6.24-23 and, after a reboot, my sound quit working. No sound means no music. :(

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11 songs not to play today

Since it is Valentine’s Day, I thought that I would suggest 11 songs to not play for you significant other today. Well, unless of course they like their humor dark. Why 11? I felt like giving you all bonus content. :)

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Turning podcasts into normal mp3s

A few weeks ago I suggested subscribing to Last.fm’s podcast of recommended free music. If you use iTunes, you can get even benefit from this service by downloading two no cost programs: Mp3tag and MixMeister BPM Analyzer.

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BPMs at the gym matter

On Wednesday, I listened to my MP3 player for the first time while at the gym and realized the choice of music can have a dramatic effect on one’s workout experience. Pacing, rhythm, and consistency – of both an individual song and of the entire play list – are all important factors to consider. Continue reading ‘BPMs at the gym matter’ »

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