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R&B Music Cruises 2023

On this dance-party cruise from Miami, you’ll experience nonstop music from legendary performers. Sail to Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau for an unforgettable journey! Radiant Waves is an exciting new music festival at sea presented by LL Cool J’s hip-hop platform in conjunction with Sixthman and Rolling Out. Featured artists include Charlie Wilson, Ari Lennox, […]

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Why Pop Music Is So Bad

Pop music often suffers a bad rep, due to its focus on shallow lyrics designed to reach the lowest common denominator and production techniques that dehumanize musicians involved in its creation. Watson refers to a study which shows that an 8 year old typically understands pop song lyrics; however, this generalization applies across genres. It’s

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R&B Music 2000

R&B in the 2000s took on a different sound than what had been heard previously; adopting more contemporary sounds with sensual sounds and playful collaborations, drawing fans of music closer to its music. “So Sick” featured Ne-Yo’s soothing vocals and an relatable theme about moving on after being hurt in love. Additionally, the song also

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Folk Music Events in Spring

Folk songs have long been used to commemorate historical and personal events. Passed down orally through generations, these tunes often represent particular cultures. Sarah Knott organized the inaugural National Folk Festival in 1934 and transformed it into a multi-cultural celebration. It became one of the first events on a national scale to feature blues, black

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Pop Music Vs Folk Music

Emmylou Harris, Mary Chapin Carpenter, BJ Thomas and Johnny Cash are just a few examples of artists who have successfully transitioned from folk music to popular music. Folk songs tell tales of everyday life in America – with lyrics about life in the South, attractive women, trains and trucks, longing for past times or yearning

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The Rise of Alternative to Indie Music

Alternative music is well known for creating tight-knit communities around its artists, often mixing elements from multiple genres into their unique sound. Indie music once meant a specific style; today it encompasses music with more experimental tendencies and artist’s who strive to break free from genre limitations when creating their music. Jane’s Addiction Jane’s Addiction

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