As processing power increased for video games, they increasingly included soundtracks that made use of synthesizers and electronic styles – something evident in Half-Life OST with its distinctive blend of techno beats and haunting ambience reminiscent of an Aphex Twin tape. Detroit techno duo Drexciya’s classic 90s track, Aqua Worm Hole, remains an unforgettable classic […]
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Pop songs frequently employ similar chord progressions. This is especially evident in songs featuring four chords. Four chords have an especially prominent place in song harmony and often create either anticipation or resolution for listeners. But why do so many songs utilise similar chord progressions? I-IV-V-VI Beginners just learning guitar or experienced musicians looking for
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EDM stands apart from many musical genres in that its boundaries remain unclear. Originating in disco music from the ’70s, its influence can be found in Donna Summer’s synthesized hit “I Feel Love,” and Afrika Baambaata’s 1982 track “Planet Rock.” As post-disco era of the 1980s continued, electronic music continued its transformation with new technologies
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Hip hop music has quickly become a global sensation, captivating audiences with its infectious rhythms. Digital platforms such as Olagist and royalty-free beats make hip hop more accessible, helping fans stay abreast of trends while staying engaged with culture. Samples are an integral component of hip hop culture and producers should always use royalty-free samples
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Reggae represents more than just music to many – it’s an entire lifestyle and way of life from Jamaica to Britain, resonating with themes such as love, resistance, and unity. Early artists such as Bob Marley and Toots and the Maytals introduced reggae music to an international audience with its catchy rhythms and socially conscious
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Sad music can help people cope with their feelings, as well as provide comfort. Additionally, it can serve as a source of enjoyment. There are various explanations as to why listening to sad music gives people pleasure. Emotivists believe that its sad music evokes genuine sadness which provides benefits such as catharsis (purging negative emotions
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While grunge was on top, metal seemed doomed for extinction – until MTV started featuring flannel fashion shows and anthemic music videos like those by Korn. Yet somehow metal managed to find new ways of evolving and gave birth to numerous subgenres as it thrived through it all. Rust in Peace expanded metal’s sonic palette,
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Rock music has undergone considerable evolution throughout its long and distinguished history, constantly adapting and giving rise to new subgenres. Yet its commitment to access and individualism remains powerful forces in modern society. Songs have long been used as a vehicle to oppose war, support civil rights initiatives and bring attention to social inequities. Bob
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Top dance music labels are responsible for setting trends and pushing the limits of EDM. They nurture emerging artists’ careers while keeping relevant in an ever-evolving music industry. Nicole Moudaber first launched MOOD Records in 2013, focusing on dark techno to remain current and attract fans. Mad Decent Diplo’s Los Angeles-based label, founded by Wesley
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UWA stands on land owned by the Whadjuk Nation and where knowledge has been exchanged for millennia. We take great pleasure in teaching on such sacred ground. Overall, all incoming music undergraduates surveyed in this research study perceived practical university music units to be beneficial and important – this was true both among UWA and
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