K-Pop dance songs usually feature music videos with elaborate choreography. But YouTube offers easier-to-learn “practice” versions for easier dance learning. Producing quality pop music takes dedication and practice. If you aspire to become an iconic producer in the studio or want to expand your songwriting and singing abilities, study modern production tools as the starting […]
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An innovative behavioral study involved pairing four emotions represented by instrumental classical and jazz melodies without lyrics for analysis by both acoustic and perceptual means. Analysis revealed that music representing happier emotions had faster attack slopes, higher spectral centroids, quicker tempos, as compared to sadder emotions expressed through legato articulation with slower tempos. Emotional response
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Canadian musicians have left an indelible mark on rock music. From Rush’s progressive masterpieces to The Tragically Hip’s poetic storytelling, Canadian artists have significantly advanced rock both musically and lyrically. Rush is an iconic Canadian band who filled stadiums across the world with their complex compositions, eclectic style and lyrical themes – making them one
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Scotty McCreery’s song “Five More Minutes” reached #1 on Mediabase / Country Aircheck chart and earned double Platinum certification. The music video showcases home movies of McCreery growing up while celebrating life’s small moments and appreciating them fully. Country music has long been associated with patriotism; after 9/11 however, this symbolism took on new significance.
Heavy metal musicians made history during the 80s. While certain subgenres forging new territories, others adopted chord progressions, figuration, and ideals of guitar virtuosity from rock’s oldest form into heavy metal music. The Sex Pistols and Motorhead’s offspring bottled punk-metal fury into this ground-shaking anthem, prompting everyone from Metallica to Napalm Death to take notice.
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Dance as an artistic form can be used to express emotion or tell a tale, as well as to relieve aggression or anxieties, or connect with the divine. Music often shapes the style and dramatic quality of dance performances. But choreographers such as Merce Cunningham can work without music altogether or in such a way
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Modern music enthusiasts have witnessed an increased interest in folk genre. Indie labels, including Portland-based Hush and Barsuk and Seattle’s SubPop, have provided progressive folk artists an outlet. Indie Folk music is defined by its storytelling lyrics and simple melodies played on acoustic instruments. Genre icons Bon Iver and Mumford & Sons have helped foster
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Music sad background is a genre of slow-paced music designed to convey emotion. This type of piece may take the form of either a ballad or dirge and typically features minor key tonality. Researchers believe that sad music evokes empathy and emotional contagion, helping those who feel isolated to experience their feelings more openly. Furthermore,
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The 1960’s British Invasion saw an array of British music artists become huge hits both domestically and worldwide. These acts included The Beatles – famous for their vibrant style and piano prowess – who became massive stars across America and abroad. Modern pop music has long been recognized for its ability to promote social change
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In 1998, it would have been difficult to find anything of merit on most pop or rock radio. You were likely more likely to hear Celine Dion singles, Matchbox Twenty songs or Aerosmith classics which had long past their prime. Yet electronic music had made a serious statement by 1998. Here are nine tracks that
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