In the 1960s, bands experimented with different genres of music and their efforts gave birth to genres such as Punk and Heavy Metal. Little Richard’s Tutti Frutti brought youthful vibrancy to rock and roll music. Its lively energy and unstoppable swagger inspired generations of young musicians. Loretta Lynn was an innovator in country music, singing […]
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Before video games became the primary target of parental concerns, heavy metal musicians bore the brunt of moral outrage. Artists like Black Sabbath/Ozzy Osbourne caused considerable shockwaves among concerned parents with their songs such as “Paranoid.” Death metal music is characterized by heavy and aggressive drumming, along with distorted guitars that feature low tunings and
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Cage first collaborated with dancer and choreographer Merce Cunningham in the 1940s, using random procedures and indeterminacy in his compositions. He created challenging musical puzzles for virtuoso performers like pianist David Tudor to solve, such as technical obstacles (in works featuring graphic scores) or issues related to interpretation. Early works John Cage was born in
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After an explosive year of new releases from superstar rappers, 2023 is off to a much slower start. Veteran artists have seen their albums remain on the charts without newcomers coming through to replace them. Hip-hop won’t go anywhere anytime soon – in fact, the genre may very well prove itself resilient over the course
Alan Jackson’s popular country song It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere has become an international classic that resonates with fans worldwide. The infectious melody and playful lyrics encourage vacationers to let go and simply enjoy life! Songwriters Jim “Moose” Brown and Don Rollins from Nashville collaborated to pen “I Need Someone Who Knows Her Way”, released for
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There’s an array of music out there that’s emotional. To those who believe the ukulele to be one of the happiest instruments, its sudden introduction can come as something of a surprise. Most ukulele songs feature basic chords that beginners can quickly learn to play. Chord diagrams outline where fingers should be placed on the
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Jennifer Lopez topped the charts with this hit for good reason – its video showcases some of her finest dance moves and eye-catching style. This uptempo track from 1999 remains relevant two decades later due to its catchy lyrics and RedOne’s production. Additionally, its futuristic music video with cyberstalker-esque visuals may prove prophetic for today’s
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An effective music production rig starts with a quality microphone. This could range from the $3,600 studio mics used by rappers like G-Eazy to cheap USB mics you can use on your computer. When recording vocals, a pop filter should also be purchased to prevent harsh sounds from coming through the microphone and producing popping
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Metalheads continue to face many misconceptions despite the music they love being proven not harmful for both their mental and physical wellbeing. Doctors once believed headbanging to Motorhead or similar metal bands would result in brain damage; and mental health facilities have even used images of metalheads as diagnostic criteria when screening potential patients. Brain
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Alternative music allows artists to express themselves without being limited by one specific musical genre. Artists such as The White Stripes are well known for blending garage rock and blues influences into an unorthodox brand of alternative music that remains alive today. Distortion, overdrive, saturation and noise give mixer/engineers freedom to break conventions and craft
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