Catherine Roy

Few things in music notation spark as much debate among guitarists as the humble tab. Tablature has been around since the 14th century, originally used for lute music (Wikipedia). This guide breaks down how to read tabs, compares them to standard notation, and helps you decide which approach fits your playing style. Standard tab lines: … Read more

If you’ve ever picked up a guitar and wanted to play a song right away, you’ve probably encountered guitar tab — the six-line shorthand that tells you exactly where to put your fingers. It’s a system that’s been around for centuries, yet it’s never been more accessible than it is today — this guide unpacks … Read more

Adam Levine spent more than a decade as one of television’s most familiar faces, coaching hopeful singers on The Voice. But in 2022, a social media post turned his public image upside down and launched a flood of questions about his marriage, his career, and what comes next for the Maroon 5 frontman. This article … Read more

Few Australian actors manage to balance a decades-long screen career with building their own production company, but Marta Dusseldorp has done just that, from her breakout role in ‘A Place to Call Home’ to launching Archipelago Productions and starring in ‘Bay of Fires’. This guide covers her career evolution, personal life, and current projects. Born: … Read more

When Aimee Garcia stepped onto the stage at age seven for her first professional ballet role in Cinderella at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre, she carried two cultures that would later define her Hollywood presence. Born November 28, 1978 in Chicago to Mexican and Puerto Rican parents (NNDB (entertainment database)), she grew up bilingual and went on … Read more

If you’ve ever seen a dancing figure drawn with thick black outlines and bright, bold colors, you’ve already met Keith Haring. His art, which started as chalk drawings in New York subway stations, has become worth millions at auction—creating an unlikely tension between the populist street artist and the high-priced art market. Born: May 4, … Read more

From scoring six goals in a single World Cup to fronting Walkers crisps for decades, Gary Lineker’s career has taken more turns than most. Today, he is the BBC’s highest-paid sports presenter, earning between £1,350,000 and £1,354,999 in the 2024–25 financial year, according to the broadcaster’s annual report. Full Name: Gary Winston Lineker · Born: … Read more

You probably first saw her in that music video — the one with the huge controversy and even bigger legal battle. But Emily Ratajkowski has spent more than a decade transforming from viral clip to something far more layered: a model, actress, activist, and bestselling author. Full name: Emily O’Hara Ratajkowski · Born: June 7, … Read more

There’s something about a good shower that resets the day. But the fixture that delivers that water—the humble head shower—often goes unnoticed until it starts sputtering or leaking. Average lifespan: 10–15 years · Standard flow rate (US): 2.5 GPM · Main types: Fixed and Handheld · Water savings with low-flow head: Up to 40% · … Read more