The Baseline on Jazz

You may consider jazz to be a world apart from the rock, pop or hip-hop you love (or hate). However, you might be surprised to learn about jazz’s influences on many genres through its rich history, from the newest performing artists of today, to legendary musicians that shaped the sounds we love so much. Learn more about the history of jazz and its influences from this infographic.

Comics Take the Screen

America’s favorite superheroes are coming to TV this Fall. Characters from Supergirl (CBS), Legends of Tomorrow (CW), Krypton (SyFy), Gotham (FOX) and others are bound to bring in some real action. DIRECTSATTV has put together the following infographic and tune in to it all with DIRECTV.

How Music Affects Your Driving

Listening to music makes the everyday task of driving from A to B, a little bit less boring. Whether your music tastes lie with AC/DC or Mozart, we all love to bop along to our favorite tunes whilst in the car. But just how does the music you listen to affect your performance at the wheel?

A Texan Summer

If you are heading to Austin, then you will want to plan your trip around one of their famed festivals. Known for an eccentric environment, these affairs are an ideal showcase for the city’s most unusual. This is best seen in its “Keep Austin Weird” summer event, held in late June.