Music has long been an integral part of human existence. It transcends emotions, cultures and languages alike – providing both entertainment and art forms across every culture worldwide. Scientists have proven the positive benefits of listening to music on health and well-being. Music can lift our spirits when we feel down, inspire creativity or provide […]
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Reggae music has had an enormous effect on musicians worldwide; one such band that stands out is England-based UB40. Frederick “Toots” Hibbert first formed his group in 1962 and is widely acknowledged to have given birth to reggae music with their 1968 song ‘Do the Reggay’ – widely considered the song that gave birth to
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Rappers who rapped over beats created by DJs became increasingly popular. While early hip hop music focused on dance floor beats, rappers such as Paulette and Tanya Winley used rhymes to express themselves deeply through lyrics. Joe Bataan created one of the earliest socially conscious songs during this era with “Rap-O Clap-O.” This tune combined
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Electronic music refers to any musical form which employs electronic devices for creating sounds. This distinguishes it from acoustic music which relies on instruments being played live to produce its sound. Electronic music’s roots can be traced back to Jamaica in the 1960s when artists employed reel-to-reel tape recorders to overlay multiple tracks with this
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An awesome dance song can bring everyone onto the floor, no matter their age or musical preference. One such hit from LMFAO, “Shots,” is sure to get everyone moving! Packed with infectious beats and cheeky lyrics, “Shots” makes an excellent party track! Pitbull’s “Pop, Lock and Drop It” remains an extremely popular dance track; Madonna
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Few musical genres possess the repetition, simplicity and contours necessary to lull infants to sleep. Music boxes, mobiles and untrained singing parents may help put children off to dreamland but few other genres possess these features. Eggs exposed to 24-hour techno beats have shown improved development, likely as their agitation simulates womb movements that would
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Soul funk music is a genre of Black American popular music that originated with gospel traditions and blues harmonies; later drawing influence from jazz and rock genres. Sly & the Family Stone, The Meters, Kool & the Gang, Earth Wind & Fire and George Clinton/Parliament-Funkadelic are among the more well-known funk artists. Keyboards Soul funk
Silverados Country Dance Hall boasts an inviting community. Offering line dancing lessons on both Friday and Saturday nights of its opening hours as well as partner dancing classes, Silverados provides plenty of dancing fun. Nashville, known as Music City, is the epicenter for country musicians looking to launch their careers. Additionally, it boasts a vibrant
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British rock musicians were increasingly inspired by Jamaican styles. For instance, The Eagles’ 1977 hit song “Hotel California” included a reggae rhythm as part of its structure. Ska beat has also had an influence on artists of other nationalities; Ian Dury incorporated it into pub-rock group The Clash; Georgie Fame sang with an accent from
Hip hop music bands can be found all around the globe, adapting to suit each region’s style and subject matter challenges. On the West Coast, rappers such as Ice Cube deliver smooth rhymes over skipping hi-hats while members of A Tribe Called Quest depict ghetto life with brutal honesty. Eminem Eminem has long been one
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