In the 1960s, rock music emerged as an instrument of protest. From Phil Spector’s orchestrated wall of sound through Motown barbershop-style close harmonies and Beach Boys harmonic fantasies – popular music became intrinsically tied with social issues such as feminism, Black Power and Civil Rights Movement. The Impressions The Impressions were an influential doo wop […]
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Art can provide insight into life; vice versa is true as well. One prime example is Ukrainian band Sidus Atrum’s sophomore album. Though written and recorded prior to Russia’s invasion of Crimea, its relevance now cannot be ignored. Black metal bands often draw inspiration from history; for instance, 1914 takes its inspiration from World War
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Deliverance’s banjo scene provides an unforgettable moment of optimism within an otherwise dark film, showing how music can break down barriers between cultures and unite people through song. Eric Weissberg was remembered for arranging and playing banjo during this scene of the film. Unfortunately, he passed away due to complications due to Alzheimer’s disease on
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Sheet Music for Guitar Solo with Easy Tablature). Composed and performed by Anthony Gonzalez and Gael Garcia Bernal from Pixar’s Coco. Arranged by Carl Strommen. A light Latin original featuring cowbell, as well as written and improvised alto sax and trumpet solos–an excellent option for younger bands! Chords Pixar Animation Studios recently unveiled a video
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As any music lover knows, playlists are essential in many occasions – be it workout playlists to increase energy or dance party playlists to help get people moving; there’s a playlist suitable for every situation and mood! And there’s always room in your playlist for sad songs – whether they help ease grief from loss
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The 1970s were a golden age of disco, funky beats and soulful hits – music from this decade still fills clubs and party venues today! Gary Numan’s “Cars” is an iconic example of the new wave genre popular at that time, featuring futuristic sounding synth riffs still heard today in numerous songs. Love Really Hurts
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Early ’80s music videos pushed all boundaries. Cyndi Lauper’s iconic “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)” turned misogynistic lyrics on their heads and remains one of the most memorable videos ever produced. Hard rock and hip-hop were two contrasting genres, yet Run-DMC and Aerosmith combined them in the groundbreaking “Walk This Way” video – setting
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Rock music encompasses a diverse array of styles and subgenres. Beginning as rock and roll with artists like Chuck Berry combining rhythm and blues with emotional vocals to produce hits that resonated with teenagers, rock has evolved over time into its current form with multiple sub-genres emerging over time. By the 1960s, British bands like
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From floor-filling anthems to emotional outpourings – the greatest R&B songs from the 1990s still sound fresh today. Classic titles as well as lesser-known gems – add these soulful gems to your vinyl collection for timeless listening pleasure! Ginuwine’s timeless classic “Lady on Top,” complete with its unmistakable rattle of his signature beat, has long
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Bass amplifiers come in different forms: combo amps and separate power amp “heads.” For large venues, high-powered heads paired with single or double cabinet amplifiers provide powerful bass tone. Many bass amps feature a gain (sometimes known as drive) control to modify signal intensity. Reduce it for cleaner sound or push harder for added grunge.
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