Prince Rogers Nelson is one of the most successful musicians of all-time, selling over 100 million records worldwide. He was one of the few entertainers to win a Grammy and an Oscar, and he was a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Prince achieved five No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, eight chart-topping singles on the R&B chart. Prince passed away on April 21, 2016, at the age of 57....
01 of 18 The Force Is Strong In These Funny Star Wars Memes Via Storify. You might recall this magazine cover parody from our list of the funniest memes. Last time we saw it, it was Kim Kardashian’s greased-up booty that graced the cover of Paper magazine while simultaneously threatening to “break the internet.” So the big question here is: Who wore it better, Kim K. or C3PO? (I’m going with C-3PO....
Melody is the main tune of a song; the outcome of a series of notes. Melody is regarded as “horizontal” because its notes are read from left-to-right, while harmony is “vertical” because the notes are played simultaneously (and therefore must be written vertically in notation). The complexity of a song is observed in its texture. Musical texture can be simple or elaborate - and everything in between - and melody fits into this concept in the following ways:...
01 of 07 Parts of the Guitar Parts of the Guitar. Espie Estrella Let’s look at the different parts of the guitar and the function of each part through this image gallery. Guitars are very popular and versatile. This instrument which belongs to the string family is enjoyable to learn for both children and adults. Guitars are also easy to transport and very much in demand. Here’s an overview of the parts of an acoustic guitar....
There are so many great country music holiday albums to choose from. Hopefully, these selections will help you choose what you might want to add to your holiday collection this year. There are so many great country music holiday albums to choose from. Hopefully, these selections will help you choose what you might want to add to your holiday collection this year. 13 of 14 Faith Hill - ‘Joy to the World’...
4chan is an image-based web bulletin board whose anonymous internet users love a good prank. These internet pranksters and trolls often hatch schemes to crash competing site’s servers, plant ridiculous hashtags on Twitter, create internet hoaxes, hack into famous people’s email, and more. While some of these pranks can be cruel or hurtful, I’ve selected only the funniest and most benign 4chan pranks from years past to highlight here. Have fun, and remember kids, be careful out there!...
Gangsta rap is a style of hip-hop that reflects the violent lifestyles of inner-city youth. Gangsta rap evolved from hardcore hip-hop in the early 1980s. Ice T, best known to kids everywhere as “That Guy from Law & Order,” is widely credited as one of the early pioneers of gangsta rap. By the time 1983 rolled around, Ice T was making noise with his aggressive content. His first single, “Cold Winter Madness” (aka “The Coldest Rap”) was banned on the radio because of its hardcore lyrics....
While the first course of action is to repair windshields rather than replace them, there are millions that must be replaced annually. Millions of windshields are replaced each year in the United States. Leading windshield replacement companies are now embracing recycling of old auto glass, including windshields. The problem with recycling windshields Recycling of windshields is more complicated than the recycling of glass bottles because of their design. The windshield is formed from two layers of glass sandwiching a plastic film of PVB (polyvinyl butyral)....
View Keyboard at Yamaha’s Site A great supplemental synth. You’ll get some really smooth, genuine voices from this model straight out of the box – extra stars for that considering its size. USB connectivity and flash storage are extra bonuses not typically found on inexpensive portables. There are only 61 keys, which is sufficient for learning but won’t be enough past the beginner-intermediate level. As you progress, you’ll begin to notice the missing notes, and keyboards with 76 notes can still be found in this price range (although perhaps without the same quality of tones)....
People considering a career in the field of human resources frequently ask whether they need a degree or certifications to get employment in the field of HR. The answer is complex, with factors extending beyond the financial return, requiring thoughtful consideration as to how a certification might benefit you personally. Generally, certifications are considered a worthwhile investment. Why an HR Certification Might Be Needed Going forward with your career, you will be competing in the job market with people who have earned similar certifications....
Looking for a web hosting solution and thinking about going with GoDaddy? It’s one of many hosting options out there, so you may be wondering what the company offers to small businesses. We’ll break down the pros and cons of GoDaddy to help you decide whether it’s right for your business. What Is GoDaddy? GoDaddy is one of the best known web hosting companies in the world. Founded in 1997 by Bob Parsons and based in Scottsdale, Ariz....
Are you hitting a lot of golf shots that start out right of your target line and continue on a straight path (no curving in flight), landing well right of your intended target? If you are a right-handed golfer you are pushing the shot or pushing the ball. If you are a left-hander, you are pulling the shot or pulling the ball. Below, golf instructor Roger Gunn gives us a checklist of possible causes for these types of mishits, but the faults and fixes differ depending on the golfer’s handedness....
The media and blogosphere exploded in indignation when a Michigan Hooters waitress was told that her 132-pound body no longer met the appearance standards of a Hooters girl. This led to a weight discrimination lawsuit against the Hooters restaurant chain and sparked a heated debate about workplace obesity in retail businesses. The Michigan Hooters waitress claims that she received nothing but positive ratings for customer service and teamwork and that should be enough for her to retain her position....
If you’re an avid Thoroughbred horse racing fan, you know the value of paid and free past performances. Past performances list every horse scheduled to run in a given race, along with data collected from each horse’s last five to 12 starts. Most past performances for Thoroughbred racing you’ll find online cost money because the data is extensive and takes a lot of time to compile. However, if you don’t need past performances for multiple races on a certain day, you can also find some decent free past performances....
The military requires applicants to be a picture of health upon entry into the armed services. The first layer of screening comes in the recruiter’s office when the recruits fills out the medical disclosure form. Here the applicant states fills out the Pre-Screen Questionnaire (DoD Medical Forms 2807-1, 2807-2). Once through that hurdle, the medical officers at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) clinic will conduct the clincal evaluation on the DoD Form 2808....
Young men and women make rude and insensitive comments everyday. The military is no different, however, if serious, some comments or gestures could end your military career. However, to convict a service member under Article 117, prosecutors must prove that the accused used words or gestures toward another service member which were harsh enough to warrant an altercation or a “breach of the peace”. Proving that the comments or gesture a service member made warranted the physical altercation following the comments is difficult....
SIC codes and NAICS codes are lists of business classifications. If you are completing your first business income tax form or filing an application for an SBA loan guarantee you may have seen a request for your business SIC code or NAICS code. This article explains the difference between these two codes, how to find your business code, and how to use the code for marketing your business. What is an SIC Code?...
Frankly, I rarely get a thank you phone call from a charity. And that’s too bad. However, because thank you calls are so infrequent, I am always pleasantly surprised. Those hackles that immediately rise when I hear a voice say “This is Susan calling for XYZ charity,” magically convert to a smile. I put the brakes on my at-the-ready “no,” and respond with something like, “Oh…well, thank you for calling.”...
01 of 10 100-91 Courtesy Jive Records This is admittedly a subjective list based on judgements of quality instead of sales figures or radio airplay. Click on the word ‘Listen’ to hear a sound clip of the song. This list should be a great conversation starter and feel free to agree or disagree. Either way there is a lot of great pop music to be found here. 100 - Britney Spears - My Prerogative...
If you’re new to ice skating, it’s understandable to have some questions about the type of skates are appropriate for your needs and level of ability. Here, get some answers to the most common questions about figure skating blades. What Makes Ice Skating Blades Glide Over the Ice? When an ice skate blade presses against the ice, a thin film of water is created and melts the ice. This acts as a lubricant and allows the blade to glide....
