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8 Best music sharing services for twitter

Ruhani Rabin — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:32:40 +0000

Twitter is becoming more powerful and engaging ways to share information quickly, easily, and almost instantly over the internet. Twitter enthusiasts implemented a lot of innovative ways to develop a load of applications including sharing images, video, documents and even files. What about streaming music? Yes there are quite a few applications that allows you to share and even upload music to share on twitter. Here are the best web applications tested to effectively share music on twitter.

1. Blip.fm

Blip.fm is the grandaddy of all music-tweeting programs. Probably the most used music sharing web application for twitter. It is twitter for the music, where users share songs with each other in a Twitter-style self updating stream. Allows re-blipping of songs, which is like re-twitting a tweet. It builds up a listener base (AKA “Followers”) just like twitter followers. Integrates seamlessly with popular web services like twitter, friendfeed and last.fm. It can automatically publish a tweet with the short song link for others to listen to your twitter stream. Recently it is also indexing music stream from youtube and Imeem. So far it is the best twitter music discovery and sharing application with the concept of twitter itself. Here is my Blip.fm profile. If you would like a quick tutorial on how to use Blip.fm, @sharonhayes has a great article on sharing music using Blip.fm. Also if you would like to know how to download music from Blip.fm, I’ve already posted an article about it.

2. Imeem

Imeem has been around quite a while and it is already well known for social music discovery and streaming web application. They emerged their site to be tweet enabled so that users can tweet any streaming song over twitter easily including short links. Some songs at Imeem are copyrighted so they only allow preview of the song. Imeem’s custom Twitter integration makes it easy for people to tweet what they are listening to on imeem, making this a good search term to include (imeem also powers blip.fm and twt.fm, but you still want to include those terms because people might be tweeting imeem’s music from there)

3. Tinysong and Grooveshark

Tinysong is the simplest music sharing tool powered by grooveshark which is similar to Imeem but much more neat and robust application framework. Grooveshark’s collection of song and streaming is optimized and efficient. Tinysong takes advantage of the engine and creates shortened URL for the song to easily copy paste and tweet in twitter.

Grooveshark’s main interface also allows users to tweet the song.

4. Songtwit

Songtwit is yet another discovery engine with the advantage of adding your own song and tweet about it. It also indexes Youtube song titles for wider range of search. Pretty simple and easy to use, creates short URL for the song too.

5. Song.ly

Song.ly is another good music discovery and sharing application for twitter. The discovery engine is powered by Russian media search engine Tagoo. Additionally it creates song.ly short URL for the songs you tweet. Doesn’t require you to log on to twitter and comes with a quick streaming of the song.

6. Twisten.FM

Twisten.fm is a powerful tool which searches the Grooveshark library for songs, but it takes 2 powerful additional steps by allowing you to share what you’re listening to directly from the site, and also searches your twitter timeline to create a stream of what your followers are listening to.

7. Twicli

Twicli is a free service that allows users to upload photos, audio and videos through the Twicli platform and display them to their friends on Twitter. Twicli is not directly a music discovery application but it is included here for the feature of uploading audio and able to tweet it with short URL.

Twicli has been designed with user experience in mind. We want the site to look and feel like Twitter offering a seemingly seamless transition from one site to another.

Users can upload photos and videos and comment on each, these comments are then broadcast on twitter via the means of @replies. The Twicli frontpage features the most recent content uploaded by Twitter users.

Twicli is powered by Picli’s social photography technology alongside integration with the brilliant Twitter API.

8. Twt.fm

Twt.fm primary function as a slick tool for tweeting tunes to followers makes it useful for finding and sharing music on Twitter. In case the song you are looking for is not indexed then you can also provide an mp3, youtube, or imeem link to your audio.

Well that is all for now, hope these will enhance your experience on sharing music at twitter. Don’t forget you can find me on twitter @ruhanirabin if you want to let me know about your opinion. Feel free to share your comments and thoughts. Alternatively you can simply stay updated via my RSS Feed.

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Most anticipated sci-fi action movies of year 2009

Ruhani Rabin — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:56:47 +0000

Which are the most anticipated sci-fi action movies of the year 2009? I’ve always been fan of sci-fi and action movies. This year a few action movies and their sequel are coming out. All these movies made a huge fortune before because they have been made unbelievably realistic even for computer generated graphics. Specially for Transformers the computer generated graphics was so intensely realistic that it could made a person believe that they really exists. Films directed by Michael Bay are usually like being shouted at by a halfwit for two and a half hours, and Transformers is no exception. Trust me whenever I have some time on my hand I watch the Transformers movie. So lets get into some details of these movies.

1. Transformers : Revenge of the Fallen (June 2009)

Storyline: Decepticon forces return to Earth on a mission to take Sam Witwicky prisoner, after the young hero learns the truth about the ancient origins of the Transformers. Joining the mission to protect humankind is Optimus Prime, who forms an alliance with international armies for a second epic battle. The battle for Earth has ended but the battle for the universe has just begun. After returning to Cybertron, Starscream assumes command of the Decepticons, and has decided to return to Earth with force. The Autobots believing that peace was possible finds out that Megatron’s dead body has been stolen from the US Military by Skorpinox and revives him using his own spark. Now Megatron is back seeking revenge and with Starscream and more Decepticon reinforcements on the way, the Autobots with reinforcements of their own, may have more to deal with then meets the eye.

Sneak Peek trailer:

2. G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra (August 2009)

Storyline: G.I Joe is a bigger name in the USA: the toy line that called Action Man gave rise to a popular 1980s cartoon series and long-running comics franchise. The storyline follows as an elite military unit comprised of special operatives known as G.I. Joe, operating out of The Pit, takes on an evil organization led by a notorious arms dealer. The trailer is out and actions seems pretty interesting.

Sneak Peek trailer:

3. X-Men Origins: Wolverine (May 2009)

Storyline: Hugh Jackman’s back for an X-Men prequel set 17 years before the action of the first movie.The film traces the early career of Logan, the indestructible mutant who will one day be X-Man Wolverine. Cameos from future X-Men and the chance to see how Logan acquired his deadly claws and curious hairdo give the film a geek power that will set the internet buzzing ahead of the premiere. It will be interesting to see how this performs after the third X-Men movie was seen by many to be something of a mis-step in the X-franchise.

Sneak Peek Trailer:

4. Fast & Furious 4 (June 2009)

Storyline: Fourth in the franchise but (and pay attention, there will be a test) occupying the number three slot in the series narrative, the movie will take the story back to its very beginnings. Paul Walker and Vin Diesel reunite in the franchise that inspired a million minor motoring offenses and some real heart pounding cars. Yesss the Skyline R34 is back.

Sneak Peek Trailer:

5. Terminator Salvation (June 2009)

Storyline: The long-awaited ‘future war’ segment of the Terminator saga, previously only hinted at in the first three movies, dominates proceedings in Charlie’s Angels director McG’s bold reawakening of the killer robot franchise. Christian Bale, fresh from his spectacular triumph as one fanboy hero in Dark Knight essays another – John Connor, charismatic leader of the anti-Skynet forces who the Terminators have been trying to eliminate for the last three films. Roland Kickinger will be the principal Terminator this because Arnold Schwarzenegger is said to be too busy running California to appear as the iconic cyborg killing machine and Anton Yelchin, Sam Worthington and Helena Bonham-Carter are along for the ride.

Sneak Peek Trailer:

6. Star Trek (May 2009)

Storyline: J.J. Abrams attempts to reinvigorate the slightly tired Star Trek franchise with a story set immediately before the action of the first TV series. Winona Ryder looks set for a return to the big leagues as Amanda Grayson – Spock’s mum. British geek god Simon Pegg turns up as Scotty, and Zachary Quinto the dark presence at the heart of TV’s Heroes certainly looks the part as a young Spock.

Sneak Peek Trailer:

I hope you would like to share your thoughts about these movies and will enjoy them.

Rating: 8.0/10 (1 vote cast)

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Knight Rider 2008 The New Beginning – Season Premier Music Video

Ruhani Rabin — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:18:11 +0000

Knight Rider has returned after 25 years. Yes the new season premier of super pimped up Knight Rider returned to NBC last September 23rd 2008. I’ve always been fan of Knight Rider since I was a kid. The New KITT 3000 is based on Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 KR edition which is specially named before Knight Rider. From the Pilot TV Movie back at February 2008 that I’ve talked before was the way to gain experience about viewers and their needs. They actually get user feedback from forums and various blogs to learn about peoples expectations about the new Knight Rider. So after Pilot Episode TV event the season premier was a lot of changes in the car features. Why not take a look below…

Lets take a look at what features are cooking in the new Knight Rider:

Nano Technology Body, Self healing system that can regenerate back
Body transformations, switch between speed mode & attack mode, similar to the technologies in Transformers
On screen display on the windshield
Software upgrades are possible to bring the car to new transformations and dimensions.

What Can be done:

Improve animation and CGI quality
Improve and put some emotional response into KITT’s voice (Mr. Val Kilmar)
Make Michael Knight a bit more professional attitude
More upgrades to the car such as self defensive weapon systems

Now here is a video compilation remixed by me featuring the most anticipated scene and the car features from the season premier. Enjoy and do comment back. Watch the video below

Rating: 9.4/10 (9 votes cast)

Smallville Season 8 and Heroes Season 3 Returns on September

Ruhani Rabin — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:46:42 +0000

My favorite TV Series Smallville and Heroes is starting up new seasons in September 2008. There are a lot of cast changes in Smallville (Season 8 and most probably the last season) and some in Heroes (Season 3) too. Here are some story spoilers and news from BuddyTV.com

Smallville: The CW is a network in desperate need of viewers, especially after their ratings fell even further during the writers’ strike. � Considering that Smallville is one of the most popular scripted shows on the network, they simply can’t afford to lose it. � Besides, Tom Welling is already signed on for an eighth year, making renewal an easy decision. However, not every actor is signed on for Smallville season 8, and that’s where the problems come in. Kristin Kreuk, Allison Mack, and Michael Rosenbaum were only contracted for seven seasons, which means they had the option to leave the show if they desired to. � The CW attempted to renegotiate deals with all of these actors, but Kreuk and Rosenbaum decided not to return full-time. � Mack, however, did sign up for the entire year, and may even direct an episode as well. Can Smallville survive without Lex and Lana? ‘Smallville’ Season 8 to Lose Cast Members.

My 2 Cents: It’s time to bring Clark Kent to a new level.

Heroes : The writers’ strike completely changed Heroes volume 3. If you’ve already purchased and watched the Heroes season 2 DVD, you know that’s not an understatement. The real season 3 of Heroes premieres on Monday, September 22 at 9pm. While the virus is contained and Elle won’t necessarily be going after Sylar by herself, the season 2 DVD features provide an exciting look into what could have been. Heroes volume 3: what you wont see?

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Knight Rider 2008 Music Video

Ruhani Rabin — Thu, 08 May 2008 09:25:18 +0000

I remember when I was a young boy I did finish all my homework and pray to the clock to reach faster to 9PM. Why? My Dream show on TV, what else. I’ve been fan for technology, robots, aerospace and any Sci-Fi all my life. It was like if I miss one episode then life would be meaningless. Anyway I remember one day I was with my mom and dad, attending a social party. Later on I fall asleep and my mom was carrying me back home and I was dreaming of driving KITT while my mom was carrying me. In fact it did make strong impression on my mind that I was shadow driving the car. Yeah I know it’s hilarious but I would give anything to go back to that time.

When NBC announced the movie event on 2008, I was anxiously waiting to see my childhood hero, the machine. On February 2008 the Knight Rider re-appear on the screen with a new look and new features. I love the car because it’s a Muscle Car. The Car used for the new Knight Industries 3000 is a 2008 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500KR. Some of the upgrades are impressive and some are not. From my point of view the Car have to be more Impressive in a manner of features. Well they have shown the magic of NANO Technology that the car can heal itself and KITT is been plugged with the Latest technologies like Internet and so on. The Knight Rider 2008 was actually a test to gain the weight of the people whether they want the new series to be start or not. There was a huge feedback from people that they want to see the series start again in new dimension. Finally they’ve planned to do more research and preparing it for the TV again. It is scheduled at the Fall to return as TV series on Wednesdays. This time the man behind the KITT 3000 wheel is the son of Michael Knight (Knight Rider Original).

I’ve manage to make a mash-up or you can say a remix of this TV series pilot event.. mostly focused at the return of KITT 3000. Music is Inspired by Brian Tyler Feat. Slash’s guitar instrumental called “Mustang Nismo” featured in the Fast and The Furious : Tokyo Drift. I found the music most appropriate because KITT 3000 is a Mustang GT500 KR.

The Music Video:

Note: Clips are copyrighted by NBC TV. I don’t own the clips. I just did the re-mix. Don’t forget to share your comment.

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Rating: 10.0/10 (2 votes cast)

Smallville – Blood of Heroes Video

Ruhani Rabin — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 19:48:01 +0000

Yet another Smallville remix from me but with a twist of music taste. At the End of Season 5 of Smallville, Clark has been trapped in the Phantom Zone by ZOD. When clark escaped back to Earth at the beginning of the season 6, some of the prisoners of the Phantom Zone also manage to escape with him. This music video is mostly about Clark's fight with the Zoners (Phantoms from the Phantom Zone). The song is "Blood of Heroes" by a Metal Band called "Megadeth". You might not like the music at the first sight but you can take a look at the lyrics and you will find out the significance of the song. At the end of Season 6 clark has been almost beaten by the last most furious Phantom. Yet we don't know that because season 7 not yet came up on US Paid channel CW. It took me 6 hours to compile the video remix. Hope you will Enjoy it as much I enjoyed while creating it.

The lyrics as you can see below:

Walking stiff let me tell ya
Better left for dead
And now we are on a mission
Well it's full speed ahead
My legion's when we do the crime
Let's get one thing straight
To get there early is on time
And showing up on time is late

Ladies and gents, we're still alive
By the skin of our teeth, now it's killing time
Angel in our pocket, devil by our side
We ain't going nowhere 'cuz heroes never die

Still alive
Blood of heroes
Never die
They never die

We've been run down every hill
Chased up all the dead end streets
But if you try to cut us out
You'll get a kick in the teeth

Ladies and gents, we're still alive
By the skin of our teeth, now it's killing time
Fasten up your head belts,
Time to ride the skies
It's time to be immortal, 'cuz heroes never die

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StarCraft II continues

Ruhani Rabin — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 11:22:51 +0000

StarCraft II continues the epic saga of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg. These three distinct and powerful races will clash once again in the fast-paced real-time strategy sequel to the legendary original, StarCraft. Legions of veteran, upgraded, and brand-new unit types will do battle across the galaxy, as each faction struggles for survival.

Featuring a unique single-player campaign that picks up where StarCraft: Brood War left off, StarCraft II will present a cast of new heroes and familiar faces in an edgy sci-fi story filled with adventure and intrigue. In addition, Blizzard will again offer unparalleled online play through Battle.net, the company's world-renowned gaming service, with several enhancements and new features to make StarCraft II the ultimate competitive real-time strategy game.

Features:

Fast-paced, hard-hitting, tightly balanced competitive real-time strategy gameplay that recaptures and improves on the magic of the original game
Three completely distinct races: Protoss, Terran, and Zerg
New units and gameplay mechanics further distinguish each race
Groundbreaking single-player "story-mode" campaign
Vibrant new 3D-graphics engine with support for dazzling visual effects and massive unit and army sizes
Full multiplayer support, with new competitive features and matchmaking utilities available through Battle.net
Full map-making and scripting tools to give players incredible freedom in customizing and personalizing their gameplay experience

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Smallville – Promise – To be Broken

Ruhani Rabin — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 09:35:39 +0000

Lana has already agreed to marry lex luthor. Now in this episode 16 of season 6, is the day of their marriage (lex and lana). Episodes consists of Few nightmares of the few key people of the series. Clark tried for the last time to tell lana the truth about him but lana don’t want to listen to it. Lana can’t be sure of marrying lex and she wanted to run away with Clark. Lana secretly discovers the ability of Clark by locking Chloe inside the wine chiller basement. So now she knows and she also knows Chloe is trying her best to convince Clark not to let her(lana) go from his life. Lana is writing Lex a letter when Clark arrives at the mansion. She tells him she will meet him at 5, but when he leaves, she is approached by Lionel. Lionel reads her letter and realizes that she doesn’t intend to marry Lex. He correctly guesses that she knows Clark’s secret. He reveals that he knows it too, but he also knows Clark’s weakness. He tells her that if she doesn’t marry Lex, he will kill Clark. Clark realizes she isn’t showing up at the barn and superspeeds to the church. He stands in the background, heartbroken, as he watches her and Lex exchange vows. Lionel meets Lex after the ceremony because he knows that Lex killed Dr. Langston. Lex offers him control of LuthorCorp or even Level 33.1 but Lionel just says he’ll know when it’s time to collect. Their confrontation is interrupted by Lana. Lex and Lana exit the church amongst the guests and well-wishers and climb into a limousine. Lex give an winning look at Clark. As they drive away, Lana looks in the rear window to see a dejected Clark standing away from the crowd.

Smallville…. yes it made a difference in my life. It made me Clark Kent but not Superman.

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