Jarod Rhoades
Jarod is a musician and writer who resides in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. While his main focus is creative writing, he also churns out plenty of opinion pieces, essays, and personal reflections on his life as a musician. He has traveled extensively around the United States playing music and has visited almost every state, but the West Coast has always been his home. He holds a bachelor of science in geology from the University of Oregon and worked for many years in an environmental water testing facility, conducting analytical tests for toxic metals in wastewater and well water. In the sciences, his primary interests are geochemistry of natural waters, theoretical physics, and the relationship between resources and the environment.
Jarod has had some works of fiction published and is currently working on a handful of projects including short story compilations, screenplays, and research into the cultural links between people and their environment. He also writes a blog highlighting strange, sometimes tragic missing posters found around the United States.
Latest Articles
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Aluminum, The Humble Element With A Glamorous History
Once prized as a very precious material, aluminum today is used for some of the cheapest applications.
Feb 24, 2011
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Uses and Dangers of Aluminum, More Than Just Deodorant
Aluminum has received a lot of press recently due to its suspected link in cancer and Alzheimer's disease. There's much more to the story.
Feb 24, 2011
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The Origins of the Moon
Long a topic of debate, the origin of Earth's moon has caused many headaches for astronomers. Does the impact hypothesis finally solve the problem?
Feb 21, 2011
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Science and Beauty of Labradorite
Labradorite, often mistakenly called granite, is a beautiful and somewhat strange mineral used for many decorative purposes, including counters and bars.
Feb 20, 2011
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The Legendary Sunn Amplifier and Its Origins
Though somewhat obscure today, Sunn amplifiers were once among the most popular amps for professional musicians. What happened?
Feb 20, 2011
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Choosing The Right Guitar Amp For Your Sound
There is an age old argument about which kind of amplifier is better, tube powered or solid state. Here are a couple tips and differences between the two.
Feb 7, 2011
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How To Start Succeeding In The Music Business
There is a reason they call it the music business. Treating your band like a small business is necessary to succeed in the competitive music world.
Feb 6, 2011
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Tips for Controlling Eczema
Eczema sufferers must be patient to keep the illness under control. With lotions, anti-inflammatory ointments, and topical steroids, it's possible.
Feb 2, 2011
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The Gibson SG, History and Quality
Originally built as a response to newly inexpensive electric guitars, the Gibson SG became one of the most iconic guitars ever.
Feb 2, 2011
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"Earth Station Roswell," The UFO Hotel
For years, an extraterrestrial-themed hotel and mall has been in the works in Roswell, New Mexico. Will the plans ever come to fruition?
Feb 1, 2011
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