Bits and Peaces

San Francisco Bay Area motorcyclists who want to build their dream bikes on a budget have turned to the Dirtbag Challenge for inspiration. Our friend & moto expert, Gabe Ets-Hokin, walks us through how...

It's been 11 years since EarPeace launched at South by Southwest in 2010. In honor of this year's virtual event, we're reminiscing on the festival's pivotal role in our origin story.

Since we're all stuck at home, there's been no way for musicians to safely get in a room with bandmates and collaborators. But there are other options for those missing real-time jam sessions.

Binaural beats are an auditory illusion designed to alter a listener’s mental state. But how exactly do they work and are actually effective? We reached out to experts to find out.

You may not be performing on stage, but that's no reason to stop practicing your instruments. We talked to classical flutist, Emi Ferguson, and NAACP Image Award-nominated jazz pianist, Marcus Johnson, about why it's important...

Live streams are a great way to connect with your fans when you can't see them on the road. We asked some experts for advice on virtual performances, so if you've been thinking about doing a...

Don't let tinnitus keep you from performing on stage (or in your living room). We've compiled the most common causes and treatments of tinnitus so you can find the right treatment and prolong...

Music is good for your brain, whether you're listening to it or playing it. Improved long-term memory, better language skills, and faster reaction times are just a few of the main benefits you'll get...

Musicians rely on their hearing for a lot, so knowing the signs of illness that may cause hearing loss is key to a long-lasting career. Here we discuss the difference between Ménière’s disease and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV),...