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December 21, 2020

Published by morgansnook at December 21, 2020

Deaf DJ to host BBC’s Radio 1 for the first time ever

A 22-year-old English man is about to make history as BBC Radio 1's first deaf DJ. Will Kirk will be one of 33 guest presenters to front shows on Radio 1.

November 6, 2020

Published by Stu Nunnery at November 6, 2020

Did AC/DC’s Brian Johnson really overcome his hearing loss?

English Rock musician Brian Johnson of AC/DC claims he has overcome his hearing loss. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Johnson said he found a specialist willing to try an […]

October 12, 2020

Published by Sofia Sans at October 12, 2020

How the deaf and hard of hearing experience music

When someone thinks of music, they probably think about the sound. But while music is an acoustically dependent medium, it can also be enjoyed without hearing sound. For many people […]

September 28, 2020

Published by Catalleya Storm at September 28, 2020

Deaf Fun Facts You Need to Know

In celebration of Deaf Awareness Month this September, we’ve gathered a list of some of the most interesting Deaf Fun Facts for you to know. Have you ever played trivia […]

September 4, 2020

Published by Stu Nunnery at September 4, 2020

Zoe Nutt, a musician with hearing loss, releases new album “How Does It Feel”

Zoe Nutt, a musican with hearing loss, released her latest album "How Does It Feel" and shared her hearing loss journey with HearingLikeMe.

May 22, 2020

Published by Ashley McGoey at May 22, 2020

Learning guitar with a hearing loss

When I was a child, I always dreamed of playing the guitar. As an adult, I am finally starting to live out my dream. Learning guitar with a hearing loss […]

February 12, 2020

Published by PR Hilton at February 12, 2020

Meet Deaf Rocker Pete Waller, aka DeafboyOne

Pete Waller, known as DeafboyOne, has created a music project. It is a fusion of songwriting, Deaf Culture and performance.

July 10, 2019

Published by Editorial Staff at July 10, 2019

New research shows music can help language development

Ludwig van Beethoven is quoted as saying “Music is like a dream. One that I cannot hear.” Beethoven had severe hearing loss and tinnitus, but he still found comfort in […]

June 11, 2019

Published by Jill von Büren at June 11, 2019

Woman signs entire Take That concert for deaf friend

When DeafieBlogger asked her friend to sign a Take That concert, she happily agreed, using Sign Supported English and BSL to help her enjoy the show.

May 22, 2019

Published by Ashley Derrington at May 22, 2019

Did you know the winner of “The Voice,” Maelyn Jarmon, is deaf in one ear?

Maelyn Jarmon won season 16 of “The Voice!” Did you also know that she is deaf in one ear? As one of the show’s frontrunners going into Monday’s finale, Jarmon […]

April 8, 2019

Published by nataliewilkinson at April 8, 2019

Do’s and Don’t’s of Going to a Concert with Hearing Loss

Music is one of my favorite things. Having hearing loss doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a concert.

February 6, 2019

Published by PR Hilton at February 6, 2019

On the road to performing again, but this time with hearing aids

Recently I made a decision to perform again. This may seem deceptively simple, yet it’s a challenge. For 25 years I was an entertainer. I began as a lead guitarist […]

February 1, 2019

Published by Ellie Parfitt at February 1, 2019

Nyle DiMarco makes deaf-friendly version of Ariana Grande video

Deaf people enjoy music too! That’s the message behind model Nyle DiMarco’s re-make of Ariana Grande’s latest music video. After causing a stir on Twitter last November about the lack […]

January 28, 2019

Published by Finn G at January 28, 2019

3 tips for being in a band with hearing loss

It’s a little bit ironic that I chose to dedicate most of my time to music, considering I have a hard time hearing the full sound of a band. I […]

December 12, 2018

Published by Ellie Parfitt at December 12, 2018

Deaf musicians team with symphony to play an accessible concert

Imagine a music concert fully accessible to the hearing loss community. Not just through sound, but sight, touch and a whole host of vibrations. For one occasion only; The […]

November 7, 2018

Published by Ellie Parfitt at November 7, 2018

After hearing again, Deaf Musician Lady Geraldine falls in love with music

Who is the musician Lady Geraldine? She is a British deaf singer who rediscovered a love for music after hearing for the first time in years. Lady Geraldine Elliott was […]

July 2, 2018

Published by Ellie Parfitt at July 2, 2018

Deaf flautist: “Music is not just audible; it’s equally visible!”

A common misconception is that deaf people can’t hear music. Although this may be true depending on the level of hearing loss a person has, it doesn’t mean deaf people […]

April 16, 2018

Published by Editorial Staff at April 16, 2018

Huey Lewis cancels 2018 tour due to hearing loss

The band Huey Lewis and The News released a statement on Friday that they canceled their 2018 tour due to Huey Lewis experiencing a sudden hearing loss. Lewis thinks the […]

January 16, 2018