The 1980s brought us Madonna’s seductive cheese, New Wave synthesizers, disco jams and dance-floor anthems from Guns N’ Roses; Boy George and Culture Club blended new wave with pop, reggae and even country music into something truly iconic. Prince received heavy MTV airtime for Little Red Corvette, leading to his immensely popular Purple Rain album […]
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These songs, both classics and contemporary pop, will undoubtedly put a spring in your step! There’s sure to be something here for every taste; from an upbeat singalong tune to heartbreaking ballads – this list truly has something for everyone! This song conveys how difficult relationships can be, while at the same time reminding us
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Ear popping is a natural and harmless phenomenon that happens when your ear pressure changes, typically during travel (such as flying on an airplane, climbing up mountains or diving underwater). The sensation occurs due to air entering the middle ear and equalizing with atmospheric pressure – or simply from being out in nature and breathing
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Apart from metal (which seems destined for underground distribution), most other genres seem healthy. Artists still push the limits of pop music; an excellent example being Logic, who seamlessly blends hip-hop, soft rock and pop in his soundscape. Trends feed off each other; for instance rap’s focus on mortality may well explain pop’s renewed emphasis
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Zumba dance fitness class has quickly become a musical powerhouse. Thanks to its global fanbase, Latin songs by Shakira, Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee have shot to the top of charts worldwide. Pitbull, better known by his stage name Mr Worldwide, often appears on Zumba playlists. Hailing from Miami with wild music videos and Latin
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Rejoice in music’s best moments at this Value resort that celebrates music! Country, jazz, rock ‘n roll and calypso music all come alive here. Recently refurbished rooms placed more emphasis on functionality rather than plastered Disney character walls, offering up to six-bed Family Suites for guests’ use. Maestro Mickey’s gift shop boasts a wide array
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There are certain musicians who have made an immeasurable mark on pop music by captivating millions of listeners with their melodic or emotive songs. Their careers have left a profound mark on fans who enjoy listening to this genre of music. Michael Jackson was an incredible musical force, known for hits like Beat It and
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Since Pop Idol and The X Factor entered our lives, key changes have become an easy way to generate interest in songs about two minutes into them. They are considered cliche, an easy way for songwriters to keep songs interesting when their imagination runs dry. The origin Pop music often follows a predictable formula from
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Piano duets are an intimate form of collaboration between two musicians that requires them to synchronize not just rhythmically but creatively and intellectually as well. This partnership demands complete trust and respect from both participants. Up until recently there was little music written specifically for piano four hands; however, arrangements of orchestral and chamber works
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In the 1990s, popular music genres experienced an explosive explosion of creativity. Boy bands like Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC, as well as girl groups such as Spice Girls, charmed millions with catchy tunes and synced dance moves, while grunge/alternative rock challenged mainstream musical norms with its dark lyrics. The 90s marked an exciting era, dominated
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