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[latestnews69]

The 'apple library' with a lost world on its limbs

The explosion of crisp, commercial apple varieties in the last century doomed many other breeds into obscurity. But in a field in Kent in the UK, some of them live on.

A few miles from the sea in Kent in the south of England, hedges of hazel, ivy and briar stand like ramparts separating kingdoms of fruit.

In one field are quinces, dense as golden anvils. Nearby are grey medlars, hard and sour. Pears gleam through red leaves. But the real stars are the apples – more than 4,000 trees, of more than 2,000 varieties. Their fruit clusters along wand-like branches and carpets the ground in a fragrant layer of softly rotting flesh. They smell of a thousand warm afternoons spent snacking in a hammock or up a tree. I kneel under the branches of a particularly laden tree to find the label with the name. It reads, aptly: "Weight."

This is the United Kingdom's National Fruit Collection, a living repository of apples once grown in the British Isles, as well as other fruit. It is not the only apple library out there. The USDA's Plant Genetic Resources Unit in Geneva, New York, and New Zealand's Plant & Food Research's collection, among others, host thousands of apple varieties Rea more

[arowithwood]

it’s hard being a fan of such a really obscure band that only one recording of the songs they wrote exist that you know of even more embarrassing because it’s your dad’s university band

[mikoworks]

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My name is Miko (she/her)! I’m an illustrator and musician making art and music about video games and animated shows that I like!

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Q: What kind of art do you make?

A: Primarily comics, digital paintings, and animatics of my favorite video games and shows!

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Q: What kind of music do you make?

A: Primarily piano covers of soundtracks from my favorite video games and shows!

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Q: Are sheets of your covers available?

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Q: Are your covers available on Spotify, Apple Music, etc.?

A: No. I don't plan on providing these covers on audio streaming services. As a hobbyist musician who isn't trying to profit from these covers, it isn't my goal to provide these covers on audio streaming services. If you want to listen to these songs on Spotify, Apple Music, etc., you can download the MP3s and add them to your personal libraries on your streaming platform of choice.

Q: Can I post extended versions of your covers on my YouTube channel?

A: No. I'd prefer it if you added these songs to a loopable YouTube playlist. If there's a specific song you want to add to a loopable playlist, each song is available as its own separate video on my YouTube channel.

[theirall]

How to add music to an IPod

IMPORTANT NOTE!!: This is just a tutorial for Windows. I believe this is no longer able to be done on Mac since apple has gotten rid of itunes. I might be wrong though!

Adding music to an iPod might seem a bit confusing, if you found your old iPod or just bought a used one, it’s really a piece of cake!

Step 1: The first step is picking out the song you want to add to your ipod. I find my songs on youtube! Copy the link to whatever song you picked out. (Hit share and copy link in the video description)

Step 2: Now, you want to grab the link and place it into a link-> Mp3 converter. This is a crucial step because if you don’t do this you won’t be able to upload anything to itunes. Sites such as Okmusi and Cobalt work great.

Step 3: This step isn’t entirely necessary but I recommend creating a folder to store these mp3 files in your files app just to make later steps easier. I named my folder music so I know where to find the files.

Step 4: Now that you have this mp3 file for whatever song you have chosen. You need to download itunes. This is a easy step, just go on your browser and go to the itunes website and follow the steps to download. You will need to set up an account but this takes two seconds to do so don’t worry.

Step 5: Now that you have downloaded itunes, you need to add your ipod to the devices tab. This step is also quite easy. All you have to do is plug in your ipod to your computer or laptop. To do this you have to use the cable your ipod came with (the same one you use to charge it). Then if you go to the devices tab under “file” your ipod should show right up! This is because of the sync you have made with the cable. As long as you have the ipod plugged in and the itunes app opened, you will see a large section named “ipod” on the left side of your screen.

Step 6: Alrighty! Now you are ready to add your music, finally I know. So what you have to do now is go back to the file tab but this time hit “add to folder” and it will prompt you to choose out of your files, this is where you’re gonna pick the folder you made from the earlier steps. This will add these music files into your unties library.

* you may notice that these new songs in your library have no cover or artist name, this is completely normal. you will need to complete this yourself, though it’s not nescarry for the music to work, it does make it look better on the iPod. You can download the album art online and upload it on the song. you can also type in the artist, song name, and album name manually.

Step 7: Don’t worry we’re almost there! Now what you are going to do is take these new songs in your library and drag them into your iPod(the section on the left side of the screen I mentioned before).

Step 8: MUSIC! To check that you properly uploaded your music to the iPod is by ejecting (remember ejecting your iPod is very important, please don’t just rip the cable out when you’re done. that will cause major damage to your iPod.) You should have your new music on your iPod available.

HAPPY LISTENING.

Disclaimer: This is an overview of the steps to do this. I definitely reccomend reading other information and watching videos on how to do this task. I reccomend youtube videos and tiktoks to help you with this journey!

Dividers by Dollywons

[deep-dive]

I always see your EoY music lists and i'm somewhat impressed that you keep such record. I feel like my memory and critical relationship to music has definitely devolved since the end of the .mp3 era and music criticism drying up. How do you discover releases and what listening software do you use nowadays?

i predominantly use apple music as my library, but i do have a spotify account that i use for sharing links with my partner and playlists with people online since i think more people use it. i like that apple music basically seamlessly blends your mp3 library with songs you only have on streaming. and the desktop app is particularly useful because you can search and filter everything. i'm still pretty anal about updating my metadata and to make my year-end lists i sort all my songs + albums by year (: in terms of finding music... i feel like it is a lot tougher than it used to be! i mostly follow people who post music on here, a few writers on twitter. it's a shame that most websites don't prioritize sharing and unfurling links, tumblr is still easily the best for that. i still read sites like pitchfork and gorilla vs. bear lol. it all feels a lot more amorphous now, like things just sort of just float into my peripheral instead of me seeking out specific sources.

[dottie-wan-kenobi]

how NOT to pirate music (simple)

With Spotify having tons of issues with taking music off its platform and not paying artists, and with both Spotify and Apple Music costing ridiculous amounts of money, AND with YouTube fighting with adblockers and literally costing you more money depending on what device you're buying Premium on -- you might be considering pirating music.

This is a very simple guide on how NOT to do that.

Pick a song. If possible, find a audio only or lyric video so it's ONLY the song and doesn't include silence or things like MV scenes

Find it on YouTube and use this YouTube to MP3 site: https://y232.live/ (or any YT to MP3 converter that works, but this one has no ads!)

If the song isn't on YouTube, google "[website] video to mp3 converter". Use caution when using these sites because they often have a lot of pop-up ads!!

Download it. You can name the file whatever you want, but things will be much easier for you if you name it something similar to the song title

Download a music sorting software. I use iTunes but there's also MusicBee which is free and does a lot of the same things. If you have other recommendations please share!

Upload the file(s) to the software.

Edit it to have the proper song name and artist name. Or name it whatever you want. This is the only real important part when it comes to organization. iTunes and MusicBee also give the options to list things like the album name, album artist, year, genre, etc. MusicBee lets you add tags as well and even list the language of the song.

Click play and enjoy!

(Re: downloading music to your phone, iTunes makes it very easy to sync your music library with your Apple Devices, but I'm still playing around with MusicBee so I'm not sure what capabilities it has yet. I've heard of another app called MediaMonkey which I believe is supposed to sync to Apple and Android devices but I can't say for sure)

This may seem like a lot of work (hypothetically of course), but having ownership of your own music files is definitely worth it!

[mortemersgf]

beckett & MC headcanons

a/n: random post i threw together lol beckett enjoyers come get ur food… lmk if u ever wanna be added/removed from the taglist!

taglist: @mm2305 @holystxne @simpforbeckett @itsjustwinter @theclassycandy @sylviefilms @bluebellot

rating: R – be warned there are themes of PTSD, anxiety, insomnia, descriptions of scars, suggestive, NSFW 18+ headcanons which i’ve sectioned off in this post. please be advised and read with caution <3

- because eden and beckett quite literally grew up in different worlds, they have endless options when it comes to summer vacations. they spend half of their time in the attuneless world, the other half in the magickal world, acting as tour guides for one another.

- eden has a blast making up bizarre facts about tuneless things to trick the ever gullible beckett. she doubles down laughing when he realizes she’s messing with him.

- beckett always carries a camera with him when they go on trips. he purchased his first camera to capture photos of flora and fauna he would encounter on his ~ scientific nature ~ walks, and he’s gotten really good at photography. aside from greenery, eden is the subject of all his photographs.

- eden, on the other hand, snaps the randomest pictures of beckett with her phone. her photo album features beckett taking naps with his eyes slightly open, him shirtless doing morning yoga, eating something mid-bite, pointing out exhibits and plants in museums and nature, etc.

- it embarrasses beckett to no end and he’s always whining about his ‘reputation being ruined’ if those pictures were to somehow leak.

- study dates, so many study dates. you can always find the pair in the library, local cafe, laboratory, sun/metal-att classrooms, or their dorms working on assignments, projects, experiments, or training. eden and beckett are powerful magickal users within their respective attunements, and they learn a lot from each other.

- book nerd beckett who annotates whatever he reads for eden because he knows she’s as much of a nerd as he is.

- he’ll comment on magickal theories, share his own thoughts, and give more insight on certain sections of content so that eden has a bit more context. she’s still learning her way around the magickal world, and beckett wants to help in any way he can.

- they’d read on the couch together, sometimes the same book, sometimes different. every so often when they’re engrossed in the same book, beckett will read aloud and eden would hum quietly, resting her head on his chest.

- early bird beckett and night owl eden. beckett who’s waking up, greeted by eden who is finally tuckered out enough to sleep.

TW - allusion to PTSD, anxiety, insomnia, repeated nightmares, descriptions of scars in the next section.

- eden isn’t a night owl out of her own volition. sometimes, she has trouble sleeping, remembering battles, killing raife, kane hurting her friends.

- her heart beats so fast she thinks she might be back in the battlefield, fending off shadow monsters while fretting over her friends’ safety.

- beckett isn’t any better at times. he’d wake up with a start in the middle of the night, having one of those nightmares where raife and kane had taken his friends from him, taken eden from him.

- the two of them stay up until the early hours of morning, talking about everything and nothing at all to soothe each other’s worries, promising one another they’ll always face everything together, no matter what.

- because of the many fights they’ve been in, they’ve earned themselves countless scars. when they shower together, they can’t help but marvel at the patches of skin that are discolored and textured from being stitched closed on each other.

- eden likes tracing the large scar beckett has right down the middle of his back. she can’t help pressing her lips to his right shoulder blade from where the scar begins.

- eden’s favorite place to kiss beckett; however, are the apples of his cheeks. she likes cupping his face and bringing him really close so she can count the freckles dotting his skin. she’ll laugh when she notices his face growing pink and pepper kisses all over, deepening that shade of pink to a bright red.

- beckett’s favorite place to kiss eden is her neck. once he found out that’s her sensitive area, he uses it to his full advantage to render her incoherent. he’s always sputtering and blushing from her teasing, so it pleases him deeply seeing eden all flustered when he presses light kisses along her throat.

CW - NSFW 18+ hcs begin here!

- eden is a big tease, but beckett shouldn’t be discounted as one either, especially in bed. he likes to test her breaking point, so orgasm denial/control is a big thing for him. he feels feral seeing eden all flushed and glistening and pliant just for him.

- to elaborate, beckett likes drawing out eden’s pleasure. he likes making her feel good, and he wants the sex to last as long as possible because it’s a really intimate act after all. rushing through it never feels as good as it does when he takes his time with her.

- however, on the occasion they can’t spare hours exploring each other’s bodies, they turn to quickies.

- beckett is less a fan of them than eden, who finds enjoyment in the neediness, greedy touches, and searing kisses that come with quickies.

- most of them happen in the shower. whether it be in the morning when they have class soon or in the evening and they have a dinner reservation to make, trust they’ll find time to fuck.

- beckett can be dominant, yeah, but he also has a subby side, and he trusts eden will take good care of him just as he does with her.

- sometimes, beckett gets so whiny and whimpery for eden she has to shut him up with a gag or a really deep kiss that steals his breath away, leaving him dizzy.

- beckett enjoys fighting for control, as does eden. they’re competitive by nature and their contesting knows no end. the satisfaction of being the winner adds to the pleasure, and they’re all smug until the other one flips the role.

- eden never cares to hide that she ogles beckett, especially when he’s under her. beckett with his pink, freckled cheeks, mussed up hair, and well defined muscles all slick with sweat, throwing his head back to moan… eden can’t help but let her eyes and hands wander.

- cleanup takes seconds (hint: magick) so after sex, they can spend up to hours in bed, talking and cuddling and laughing.

- there’s gonna be some teasing, like “i can’t believe how loudly you moaned!” or “you bent that lighting fixture out of shape again!” eden owns up to it, but beckett will groan in embarrassment as she pokes fun at him. that usually ends with him attacking her with an onslaught of kisses or another round.

- eden knowing blood magick is a big bonus. she’s gotten good at soothing pain, so if one of them feels sore the next morning, she’ll just cast a neat lil spell to take the aches away.

- those two suck at being subtle. when they go on vacation with the rest of the pend pals and their friends see a stream of light or the sound of metal bending coming from beckett and eden’s room, they all share a knowing look (atlas shares more than a look, she audibly gags).

- doesn’t really matter how quiet they’re being, their friends know what’s up when they see eden’s glowing face and beckett’s awkward shuffle into the living room, as well as his turtleneck that he certainly wasn’t wearing before…

[johnkatsmc5]

Hot Apple Band "So Long, Noodle House" 2023 Australia Psych Folk Rock

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https://open.spotify.com/album/1aWJqqXprV1IiHy3SkDL7s

Hot Apple Band’s long-awaited debut album, So Long, Noodle House is a collection of 11 tracks recorded between 2019-2022, mostly at Jack Kinder’s home studio in Strathfield, Sydney. Once the pandemic hit, Jack and Lewis Mosley had ample time to give birth to the songs, allowing for this body of work so it could become all that it deserved to be. The resulting album will no doubt please long-time fans, with a number of songs being staples from the band’s live repertoire. So Long, Noodle House is symbolic sign-off on the band’s past and an exciting peek into what’s to come.

The record covers broad ground, from 70s imbued alt-country and catchy Beatles-era pop, through to emotive folk and soft rock. Coming-of-age themes run deep in the album, as Jack Kinder's lyrics touch on life changes, friendship, shitty jobs and of course, love. With Kinder's smooth vocals, clever arrangements and gorgeous vintage production, and Lewis Mosley’s unforgettable lead guitar, slide and keyboard performance, Hot Apple Band’s debut has the same charm of some of the best records from the early 1970s, radiating George Harrison, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Harry Nilsson and Fanny in a similar style to modern counterparts such as Drugdealer, Weyes Blood, Daniel Romano and The Lemon Twigs....~

Along with Bures Band, the best new export out of the Aussie shores has been Hot Apple Band. The band’s debut, So Long Noodle House, is set for release in a couple of weeks and they’re slipping out one more single before the full package hits the shelves. Taking a decidedly looser approach than the rest of the album, “Not Today” ditches the album’s more refined streak of country rock for something more ragged and weathered. “Not Today” rocks the listener with a hammock-bound ease. There’s still twang in the tank, but this is for the late afternoon drifters. An unlikely single, but all part of the charm of So Long’s sway. The new album is out November 24th from Third Eye Stimuli and Earth Libraries....~

So Long Noodle House has been holding court on the speakers around here for the past few months, as you may well have noticed. Along with The Bures Band, the duo serves up one of the best Aussie platters of the year, and like their contemporaries they share an affinity for the more sun-splashed vistas of the ‘70s. The two bands share a knack for West Coast comfort, though Hot Apple Band also have an Apple Records in ‘em, streak waxed to a walnut sheen and pumping out pop that skirts the Harrison/Badfinger valley with amiable ease. Throw in a few nods tipping towards the works of Nilsson, Jeff Lynne and Roy Wood and those of you with Drugdealer and Lemon Twigs LPs on the shelf ought to perk up and pay attention.

Jack Kinder and Lewis Mosley prove a formidable songwriting pair, turning coming of age yearning with a soft spot for sunshine harmonies into a golden-hued debut. The record is soaked in sunburnt guitar, with Mosley’s leads often leaving a few scorch marks on the soul as they pass on by, but more often than not the record lounges in an afternoon warmth. Its the attention to detail and atmosphere that makes So Long Noodle House stick to the ribs. Kinder’s production hews to vintage forms, leaving a bit of a Kodachrome veneer on the album — faded and folded in just the right spots. While the record was undoubtedly meticulously constructed the band makes it feel effortless, weaving power pop, folk, country saunter, and AOR touches into a dazzling tapestry. Its an ambitious debut, and hopefully just the beginning from the songwriting pair.....~

Tracklist

A1 Bobbin' for Apples A2 Martin Moming A3 One Day (I'll See) A4 So Long A5 Not Today B6 The Hill B7 'Til the End (Again) B8 Changing B9 Mike Offeecup B10 Old Age B11 So Long, Noodle House

Hot Apple Band "So Long Noodle House" 2023 Australia Psych Folk Rock

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[birdsonpowerlines]

Sometimes we have some topics we would like to share, but they might not provide enough fodder for a full podcast - so we are starting BoPL Musings to collect these ideas together. This is the first of these podcasts. In this first Musings, we talk about The National Theatre Live's production of Nye, staring Michael Sheen. We also discuss a quote from John Green's Crash Course lecture on TB (Tuberculosis). Later, we talk about Twenty One Pilots' Clancy album, and The Hobbit graphic novel. Additionally, we had a great opportunity to see Neil Gaiman in person with Art Spiegelman. We conclude by discussing what we're reading now, among other things.

We really hope you enjoy our first Musings.

Not sure why I flubbed these as they were in my notes! I guess I was so excited to tell you about Nye, my brain just forgot. But, the NHS is for the United Kingdom – not just England.

Tommy Douglas was Donald Sutherland’s Father-in-Law!

I apologize if these flubs caught you.

I did provide notes of the corrections in the video version on YouTube, and added a few words about these ideas at the end of the audio only version of the podcast.

If you haven't listened to our podcasts before, we typically use a voice messenger app to share our thoughts with each other to discuss a variety of topics as we go about our day. In this episode, however, we sat down, turned on the camera, and were able to record our thoughts together.

The National Theatre Live: https://www.ntlive.com/

Nye: https://nye.ntlive.com/

Where we saw Neil Gaiman: https://www.foclsyracuse.org/events/art-spiegelman-neil-gaiman/

Twenty One Pilots' Clancy Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clancy_%28album%29

The Hobbit Graphic Novel: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-hobbit-j-r-r-tolkien/1002020903

Who are we at the Birds on Power Lines Podcast? We are a mom and young adult child team having the time of our lives talking about things we love and care about!

Find the full set of podcasts on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWyQ8KHWi2wBg3ZXuABXeaHAdrcJ2da67

We are also on (look for Birds on Power Lines Podcast): Apple Podcasts Spotify Facebook Podbean Tumblr

Art: All watercolor art by me: Evelyn Voura for Birds on Power Lines  @BirdsOnPowerLines 

Music: Music by my child for Birds on Power Lines  @BirdsOnPowerLines 

Bird sounds from: Macaulay Library at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrgGTvzuA1I

[fromdevcom]

iPhone Storage Full? Find and Remove Duplicate Videos with These 5 Methods If you're an iPhone user who loves capturing moments through video, you've likely encountered a common problem: duplicate videos taking up valuable storage space. Whether from accidental double recordings, shared media, or backed-up content, these duplicates can quickly consume gigabytes of storage without you realizing it. Finding and removing duplicate videos on your iPhone not only frees up precious storage space but also helps organize your media library for easier access and management. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore various methods to identify and remove duplicate videos on your iPhone, from using built-in features to third-party applications designed specifically for this purpose. By the end of this article, you'll have all the tools you need to efficiently manage your video collection and reclaim your iPhone storage. Why Duplicate Videos Accumulate on iPhones Before diving into solutions, it's helpful to understand how duplicate videos end up on your device in the first place: Multiple photo backups: When restoring from different backups or syncing across multiple services (iCloud, Google Photos, etc.) Accidental saving: Downloading the same video multiple times from messaging apps or emails Screen recordings: Creating screen recordings of videos you already have saved Photo sharing: Receiving the same video from different people via AirDrop, Messages, or social media Manual copying: Duplicating videos when organizing files Identifying these patterns can help you prevent duplicate accumulation in the future. Method 1: Using the Built-in Photos App Apple's Photos app includes a basic duplicate detection feature introduced in iOS 16 that can help you locate identical videos. Here's how to use it: Finding Duplicates with the Photos App Open the Photos app on your iPhone Go to the Albums tab at the bottom of the screen Scroll down to the Utilities section Look for and tap on the Duplicates album The app will automatically display all duplicate photos and videos found on your device For each set of duplicates, you'll see options to Merge the files, which keeps the highest quality version and deletes the others Note: This feature only identifies exact duplicates with identical file data. Similar videos with slight differences won't be detected. Method 2: Using the Files App to Manually Search For more control over the process, you can manually search through your videos in the Files app: Open the Files app on your iPhone Navigate to On My iPhone or iCloud Drive where your videos are stored Tap the List icon (three lines) in the top-right corner to change the view Tap on the dropdown arrow and select Sort by Size to group larger video files together Manually check files with similar sizes and names that might be duplicates Preview videos by long-pressing on their thumbnails To delete a duplicate, swipe left on the file and tap Delete While this method requires more effort, it gives you greater control over which files to keep or remove. Method 3: Third-Party Duplicate Finder Apps For more powerful duplicate detection capabilities, third-party apps offer advanced features and algorithms. Here are some top options: Gemini Photos Gemini Photos by MacPaw is one of the most popular duplicate finders: Download Gemini Photos from the App Store Launch the app and allow it to scan your media library Tap on the Videos section Navigate to the Similar or Duplicates category Review the suggested duplicates and select those you want to remove Tap Delete to remove the selected videos Gemini Photos uses smart algorithms to detect not only identical duplicates but also similar videos, making it more effective than the built-in Photos app. Photo & Video Duplicate Cleaner Another excellent option with a focus on media files:

Download Photo & Video Duplicate Cleaner from the App Store Open the app and grant necessary permissions Tap Scan Now to begin analyzing your library Select the Videos tab to focus only on video duplicates Review the found duplicates and check those you want to delete Tap Delete Selected to remove them This app offers a simple interface specifically designed for finding duplicate media files. Method 4: Using iCloud and Mac for Larger Libraries If you have a large video collection, using a Mac with your iCloud account can provide more powerful tools: Ensure your iPhone is synced with iCloud Photos On your Mac, open the Photos app Click on Albums in the sidebar Scroll to Utilities and select Duplicates Filter to show only videos by clicking on the dropdown menu and selecting Videos Review and merge duplicates as needed The larger screen and additional processing power of a Mac make handling large video libraries much easier. Method 5: Smart Storage Management Using iPhone Storage Recommendations Your iPhone offers smart recommendations to manage storage: Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage Wait for the analysis to complete Check the Recommendations section Look for suggestions related to large videos or duplicated content Follow the provided options to optimize storage Using Optimize iPhone Storage Feature Enable the optimize storage feature to automatically manage video storage: Go to Settings > Photos Enable Optimize iPhone Storage This keeps full-resolution videos in iCloud while storing smaller versions on your device Tips to Prevent Duplicate Videos Preventing duplicate videos is easier than removing them later: Use iCloud Photos consistently: Don't switch between multiple backup services Check before downloading: Verify if you already have a video before saving it again Use the "Save Image" option carefully: In messaging apps, check if you already have the video Organize regularly: Set a monthly reminder to clean up your video library Use Albums: Create logical albums to better track your content Security Considerations When Using Third-Party Apps When using third-party duplicate finder apps, keep these security tips in mind: Only download from the App Store: Avoid sideloaded apps for handling your personal media Check privacy policies: Ensure the app doesn't upload your videos to external servers Review permissions: Only grant necessary access to your media library Look for reputable developers: Choose apps from established companies with good reviews Conclusion Finding and removing duplicate videos on your iPhone doesn't have to be a tedious task. From using the built-in Photos app's duplicates feature to leveraging specialized third-party applications, you have multiple options depending on your needs and preferences. Regular maintenance of your video library not only frees up valuable storage space but also makes your video collection more organized and accessible. By implementing the preventive measures discussed, you can minimize duplicate accumulation in the future and keep your iPhone running smoothly. Whether you choose to use Apple's native tools or third-party solutions, taking control of duplicate videos will enhance your iPhone experience and ensure you always have space for capturing new memories without worrying about storage limitations.

[rachelminetti]

The Weekly #15

*Starting writing this in early February with plans to flesh out each song’s description. Didn’t entirely get there, but it’s complete enough to share.

2025 has been surreal so far, embraced by a sense of endlessness. Plans are taking shape, anticipation is settling in. I’m grasping for reminders that late afternoons have not always been filled with solitude, that mornings won’t always be spent waiting for noon, that spring will be here soon enough. 

My past has tightened its grip on me, right at a point where I was finally ready to shed ideals of my past, of forging my future out of present desires rather than decades old plans. It’s warmer this time, more inviting, less concrete. Nuances have been forgotten, minutes erased. Memories of having memories have taken hold. 

Alabama Shakes is back, Rilo Kiley is back, I’m back. I thought I’d moved along, that these were albums set so sturdily in places in time that any chances of them being anything but reminders of the past, of them being ritualistic experiences I take in active efforts to connect with past selves. But they’re alive again, time gets to blur again, this time not of my own insistence. They’re absent from this playlist because they are no longer songs I want to listen to out of the context of their own albums.

Hardly any of the songs on this “weekly” playlist work well together, but I wanted to gather a representative taste of what I’ve been listening to lately rather than form a cohesive sound. No need to listen in order, or even all at once.

Better Hate – Jessica Pratt, Here in the Pitch (2024)

Looking forward to her set at Big Ears (April 2025 update: it was even more incredible than I was anticipating. She was captivating, the Tennessee Theater was the perfect environment for this show). She has a knack for melody, the hooks perfectly aligned with her voice. 

All Cylinders – Yves Jarvis, All Cylinders (2025)

Genuinely can’t stop listening, one of my new favorites. Reminiscent of his album that I adored in 2019, I am so close to tasting that light again. This album is warm, fresh, crisp. It does not belong to any time, the songs are both modern and worn in. The space between the instruments is warm, wedged between the composition. 

Outside the Outside – Helado Negro,  Far In (2021)

Another set I’m looking forward to at Big Ears (April 2025 update: my favorite set of the weekend! Absolutely excellent. He encouraged the crowd to dance and everyone was just fucking dancing. It was electric and he is an incredible performer). Can’t put a finger on what this reminds me of, Mac Demarco? That doesn’t feel right, but it does feel like spending early spring nights driving around Pass-a-Grille in 2014. 

Tell Everyone Everything – Group Listening, Tell Everyone Everything – Single (2025)

Ambient, easy listening, ocean of sound, my new listening station.

Side Walk – Chick Corea Elektric Band, The Chick Corea Elektric Band (1986)

I want to live in this world, I’m so close to being able to describe that.

The Turning Ground – Tara Clerkin Trio, On The Turning Ground – EP (2023)

Was really looking forward to seeing them at Big Ears, but there’s a schedule conflict, so I will tragically have to miss them (April 2025 update: they cancelled, so I no longer had to worry about a schedule conflict). Not trip hop, but something close.

The Stallion (Pt. 3) – Ween, Pure Guava (1992)

Mesmerizing. Officially a Ween fan. 

Squares and Cubes – STS9, Offered Schematics (2000)

Discovered them while at WUSC, spring 2016. Found this album while sifting through the music library, but it has just settled in with me. This song took hold while sitting outside of an event space in Richmond Hill on Saturday morning, waiting.

Listen here: Apple Music

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Alexandra said she thinks her album preorder drops tomorrow but she knows her album comes out in a month 😂 (and the mothership coming soon of course) (spreading the word cause she didn’t have many viewers on her live)

Btw it is truly embarrassing sharing music sometimes with people, like I stand by my entire music library but for some reason someone tells me to connect my phone in their car so I can play my music—I’m still asking what they’d like to listen to instead 😭 I played my bf the todays top hits playlist on Apple Music, he’s caught on though because apparently I’ve made it obvious I do like mainstream music/artists but not to the level of top hits today

i was watching her live too! i'm so excited for her new album!! the wait is almost over!

i'm glad someone relates! i feel so passionately about the music i like, yet i'm still embarrassed to tell people my faves or play them for them. i'll always insist someone else takes the aux lol. idk what it is. not the top hits playlist 😂 i hope you've since been able to share your music with your bf without embarrassment!

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Sizmara's "Mimosa": A Voyage into Cosmic Elegance Right, so Georgian composer Tornike Tabatadze, under the name Sizmara, presents this single track, "Mimosa". Not the brunch drink, mind you, though maybe it shares a certain bright quietude? No, this is aiming for the stars. Literally. It’s intended as a sonic voyage through cosmic elegance – galaxies, all that jazz. https://open.spotify.com/album/38KLyFscia2WN36fsUOVSQ Tabatadze merges classical piano sensibilities, though subtly here, with these breathing ambient layers. It’s like watching dust motes dance in a sunbeam, if that sunbeam stretched across a nebula. The textures evolve slowly, gently. There’s no rush hour traffic in this particular corner of the universe Sizmara charts. It’s deeply immersive stuff, designed, it seems, to unclench your mental fist. [caption id="attachment_59316" align="alignnone" width="1080"] Sizmara's "Mimosa": A Voyage into Cosmic Elegance[/caption] The track cultivates a sense of staggering scale alongside something surprisingly personal. How can something evoking the vast emptiness of space feel intimate? It’s a neat trick. Like finding a single, perfect seashell on an infinitely long beach. You get feelings of wonder, maybe a touch of that awe you feel looking up on a truly dark night, far from city lights. Is it peaceful? Undoubtedly. This is territory mapped for meditation, for stretching weary limbs on a yoga mat, for just… letting the edges blur. It reminds me, oddly, of the hush that falls over a library’s rare books room – a focused, intentional quiet full of potential energy. It doesn't demand your attention aggressively; it earns it through patient unfolding. You could leave it on loop and barely notice the transitions, simply inhabiting the serene state it encourages. What distant constellation are we really gazing at when we listen, I wonder? Or is the voyage purely internal? Follow Sizmara on Apple Music, YouTube and Instagram

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One night on a run a week and a half ago, I looked through my music library. I used to be on a shared Apple account with my family, but I didn’t want to send my stupid embarrassing purchases (Shonen Jump subscription) through their billing, so I divested into my own account a few years ago. That means that I’ve got a bunch of downloaded music I don’t want to un-download, because it’s not attached to my personal account — if I un-download it, I can’t re-download it. Not without a whole song and dance of re-connecting to my family’s account, which requires like a day of me sending a text and then my parents not being busy and approving my frivolous “pwease can I use your iTunes library I’m just a wittle 25-year-old” and I don’t want to do that.

Anyway, I was on a run and looking through my library of songs I haven’t listened to for years, maybe ever. And I found one by the Backstreet Boys, called “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart.” I thought “okay, so that song that plays during the credits of Chicken Little. Wait, this album art is a bunch of dudes and I semi-clearly remember that other song having a woman singing in it. Oh well, must’ve been a backup singer or cameo or something?” (Note that I haven’t listened to Backstreet Boys in years, and am terrible at naming bands and genres. The other song has the same title, by Elton John and Kiki Dee, by the way.)

So then I put this song on, and it’s definitely not the end credits to Chicken Little, but it’s still really good for running. It’s much higher energy than the song I was mistakenly thinking of, so I ran faster than usual. Almost had a transcendent experience with the runner’s high, honestly.

Anyway. It’s a good song. So is the other one. Gonna listen to both now.

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Introducing Apple Invites, a new app that brings people together for life’s special moments

February 4, 2025

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Introducing Apple Invites, a new app that brings people together for life’s special moments

CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today introduced Apple Invites, a new app for iPhone that helps users create custom invitations to gather friends and family for any occasion. With Apple Invites, users can create and easily share invitations, RSVP, contribute to Shared Albums, and engage with Apple Music playlists. Starting today, users can download Apple Invites from the App Store, or access it on the web through icloud.com/invites. iCloud+ subscribers can create invitations, and anyone can RSVP, regardless of whether they have an Apple Account or Apple device.

“With Apple Invites, an event comes to life from the moment the invitation is created, and users can share lasting memories even after they get together,” said Brent Chiu-Watson, Apple’s senior director of Worldwide Product Marketing for Apps and iCloud. “Apple Invites brings together capabilities our users already know and love across iPhone, iCloud, and Apple Music, making it easy to plan special events.”

Beautiful Invitations That Create and Capture Shared Moments

To get started with Apple Invites, users can choose an image from their photo library or from the app’s gallery of backgrounds — a curated collection of images representing different occasions and event themes. Integrations with Maps and Weather give guests directions to the event and the forecast for that day.

Additionally, participants can easily contribute photos and videos to a dedicated Shared Album within each invite to help preserve memories and relive the event. And collaborative playlists allow Apple Music subscribers to create a curated event soundtrack that guests can access right from Apple Invites.

Apple Intelligence Makes Invites Even More Fun

With Apple Intelligence, creating unique event invitations is easy. Users can tap in to the built-in Image Playground experience to produce original images using concepts, descriptions, and people from their photo library. And when composing invitations, users can use Writing Tools to help find just the right turn of phrase to meet the moment.1

Simple Ways to Manage and Join Events

Hosts get full control of their invite experience: They can easily view and manage their events, share invitations with a link, review RSVPs, and choose the details they want included in the preview, like the event background or a home address. Guests can view and respond to an invitation using the new iPhone app or on the web without needing an iCloud+ subscription or an Apple Account. Attendees control how their details show up to others, and have the ability to leave or report an event at any time.

Additional iCloud+ Premium Features

In addition to event creation in Apple Invites, iCloud+ subscribers have access to many more premium features:

Expanded storage allows users to keep large libraries of original, high-resolution photos, videos, and files safe in iCloud, and easily accessible across all of their devices and the web.

Private Relay keeps browsing in Safari entirely private from network providers, websites, and even Apple.

Hide My Email generates unique, random email addresses whenever needed.

HomeKit Secure Video allows users to capture and review home security footage in an end-to-end encrypted format.

Custom email domains enable users to personalize their iCloud email address.

Family Sharing allows users to share their iCloud+ subscription with up to five people at no extra cost.

Users can learn more about subscribing to iCloud+ at apple.com/icloud, with plans starting at just $0.99.

Availability

Apple Invites is available today as a free download from the App Store for all iPhone models running iOS 18 or later, and can be accessed on the web at icloud.com/invites. Some features are not available in all regions or in all languages. For more information, visit apple.com/ios/feature-availability.About Apple Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh in 1984. Today, Apple leads the world in innovation with iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro. Apple’s six software platforms — iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, visionOS, and tvOS — provide seamless experiences across all Apple devices and empower people with breakthrough services including the App Store, Apple Music, Apple Pay, iCloud, and Apple TV+. Apple’s more than 150,000 employees are dedicated to making the best products on earth and to leaving the world better than we found it.

Apple Intelligence is available on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max running iOS 18.2 and later, and can be accessed in most regions around the world when the device and Siri language are set to localized English for Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the U.K., or the U.S.

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Top Distribution Services to Submit Your Track on YouTube Music as an Indie Artist

As an independent artist, getting your music on major platforms like YouTube Music can be a game-changer. With its vast audience and artist-friendly ecosystem, YouTube Music is one of the best places to share your tracks with the world. However, unlike YouTube itself, you cannot directly upload your music to YouTube Music. Instead, you need a digital distribution service to bridge the gap. Choosing the right distributor can make all the difference when you submit your track on YouTube Music as an independent artist. In this article, we’ll explore the best digital distribution services available, their features, and how they can help you succeed.

What Are Digital Distribution Services?

Digital distribution services act as intermediaries between you and music streaming platforms. They help you upload your music to platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music. These services also handle the metadata, licensing, and royalties, ensuring your music reaches audiences worldwide.

By using a distributor, you ensure that your music is properly listed, discoverable, and eligible for monetization. For indie artists, this is a crucial step to achieving success in today’s competitive music industry.

Why You Need a Distribution Service for YouTube Music

YouTube Music doesn’t allow direct uploads like regular YouTube videos. Instead, it relies on distributors to ensure music tracks meet industry standards and are integrated into the platform’s library. Here’s why a distribution service is essential for YouTube Music:

Professional Metadata Management: Distributors provide accurate details about your song, improving its discoverability.

Wider Reach: Distributors don’t just upload to YouTube Music but also to other platforms, maximizing your exposure.

Monetization Tools: Many distributors offer tools like Content ID, allowing you to earn revenue when your music is used elsewhere.

Top Digital Distribution Services for Indie Artists

Here are some of the best services to help you submit your track on YouTube Music as an independent artist:

1. Delivermytune

Delivermytune is one of the most popular digital distribution platforms among independent musicians. Known for its affordability and simplicity, it allows artists to upload unlimited songs for a flat yearly fee.

Key Features:

Upload unlimited tracks for Free plan(basic plan).

Distributes to over 150 platforms, including YouTube Music.

Offers tools like YouTube Content ID to protect your music.

Provides options to split royalties with collaborators.

Why Choose DistroKid? If you release music frequently, DistroKid’s unlimited upload feature makes it an excellent choice. Additionally, its user-friendly interface is perfect for beginners.

2. TuneCore

TuneCore is a veteran in the digital distribution space and is known for its transparent pricing and artist-friendly policies. Instead of charging a yearly fee, TuneCore uses a pay-per-release model.

Key Features:

Pay-per-release pricing: $14.99 per single or $29.99 per album annually.

Distributes to all major platforms, including YouTube Music.

Offers detailed sales and streaming reports.

Includes publishing administration to help you earn royalties from all sources.

Why Choose TuneCore? TuneCore is ideal for artists who release music less frequently but want detailed analytics and royalty tracking.

3. CD Baby

CD Baby is one of the most trusted names in music distribution, particularly for independent artists. With CD Baby, you only pay once per release, and your music stays online forever.

Key Features:

One-time fee: $9.95 per single or $29 per album (Standard plan).

Includes distribution to YouTube Music and Content ID services.

Offers physical distribution for CDs and vinyl.

Provides publishing administration and sync licensing.

Why Choose CD Baby? CD Baby is perfect for indie artists who prefer a one-time payment model and want additional services like physical distribution and sync licensing.

4. Amuse

Amuse stands out for being one of the few free music distribution services available. It’s an excellent option for beginners or artists on a tight budget.

Key Features:

Free plan for basic distribution.

Premium plan ($24.99/year) for faster release times and more features.

Distributes to YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, and more.

Mobile app for easy uploads and tracking.

Why Choose Amuse? If you’re just starting out and want to test the waters, Amuse’s free plan is a great option. Its paid plan offers competitive features at a low cost.

5. LANDR

LANDR is known for its AI-powered mastering tools and all-in-one music services. In addition to distribution, LANDR offers mastering, collaboration tools, and royalty management.

Key Features:

Monthly subscription plans starting at $9.99/month.

Distributes to over 150 platforms, including YouTube Music.

AI-powered mastering for professional sound quality.

Collaboration tools for sharing projects with producers and bandmates.

Why Choose LANDR? If you need both distribution and mastering services in one platform, LANDR is an excellent choice.

How to Choose the Right Distributor for You

Selecting the right distribution service depends on your needs, budget, and goals. Here are some factors to consider:

Cost: Are you looking for a free service, a flat yearly fee, or pay-per-release pricing?

Features: Do you need extras like royalty splits, analytics, or mastering tools?

Release Frequency: If you release music often, unlimited upload plans might be more cost-effective.

Control and Support: Look for platforms with clear policies, good customer support, and tools to manage your releases.

Maximizing Success After Distribution

Submitting your track to YouTube Music is just the beginning. To make the most of your release, focus on the following:

Promote on Social Media: Share your track across Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter to drive listeners to YouTube Music.

Engage Your Audience: Interact with fans who comment on your track or share it online.

Use YouTube Shorts: Create short, engaging videos using your music to boost visibility on YouTube Music and regular YouTube.

Collaborate with Other Artists: Feature other indie artists in your music to cross-promote your work.

Conclusion

Choosing the right distribution service is a crucial step in getting your music heard. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a reliable platform to scale your music career, there’s a distributor that fits your needs. By using services like DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby, Amuse, or LANDR, you can easily submit your track on YouTube Music as an independent artist and ensure it reaches a global audience. The world is ready to hear your music—take the first step today!

What’s your experience with music distribution? Share your story in the comments below!

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