I’m what you’d called a karaoke connoisseur—hell, I even grew up with a karaoke machine in my own house! The first song I belted out into a metal microphone was Ace of Base’s “The Sign” when I was a wee 6-years-old. Think that’s bad? I’m guilty of committing all kinds of karaoke crimes, from hogging the machine to picking the... CONTINUE READING 12

Happy National Karaoke Week! Boy, oh boy, I predict a week of, er, great singing and loads of karaoke fun. If you’re a newbie, the stage can be a tad—gulp—intimidating, but that’s nothing a few appletinis and a cute outfit can’t fix! To get you feeling super confident and looking stage-ready, I’ve gathered a few of your fave pop stars’... CONTINUE READING 26

Even with our best intentions, keeping the romance alive can be a bit challenging on these chilly days. With the sun setting so early and the erratic temperatures, who really wants to leave their warm home to schlep anywhere for the sake of romance? Why not enjoy some quality time with activities that are wallet-friendly and loads of fun? I've... CONTINUE READING 22

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas (and Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, and...)—which means that within the next few weeks, there will be tons of fun holiday parties! While I do love a get-together that includes cheesy Santa decorations and seasonal songs, if I have to attend one more Ugly Christmas Sweater party, people are going to start thinking I... CONTINUE READING 8

Video games have made it easier than ever to live like rock stars...no matter how bad our voices actually are. Check out five games that’ll make you a singing sensation—no lessons necessary! -Lynden Halpern Guitar Hero Major strides were made in the world of video games when Guitar Hero first came out. Suddenly, you weren’t just staring at a screen until your eyes... CONTINUE READING 5