Mac Miller, Avicii, Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell and Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington all died prematurely due to depression in music. These events have raised serious concerns regarding mental health in music; more musicians have spoken out in regards to it this year; several even cancelled tours to prioritize their mental well-being. Gross and Musgrave conducted a […]
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During the 1950s, African and white musicians lived closely together and melded their music styles. This combination of European instruments with African musical traditions gave rise to rock ‘n’ roll. This form of music addressed contemporary events and challenged conventional ideas, yet many parents were alarmed at its rebellious spirit and aggressive energy. The 1950s
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Rappers are both vocalists and producers; this means they write their own lyrics as well as creating beats to set their songs to. Rappers typically recite their verses over the beat before recording them to get an idea of how their verses sound together. An effective song structure gives a rapper the space to express
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If you’re searching for indie alternative music, YouTube offers a good selection. While not as comprehensive as Spotify, YouTube still boasts an extensive catalogue. Indie music refers to any music released independently without being distributed by a major record label, including bands such as Arctic Monkeys, The Strokes and Neutral Milk Hotel; genres include jangle
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Many songs have the ability to elicit feelings of sorrow. There are various techniques available for doing this, such as chord progressions and descending chromatic notes; if you’re learning piano, consider exploring these approaches. Tom Waits may be best known for his gravelly tales of whisky-induced debauchery, but he’s also renowned for crafting heartbreaking melancholia-filled
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The 2000s was a decade full of iconic dance music that continues to inspire clubbers and DJs today. From disco-inspired anthems to futuristic synth sounds, this period brought some of the greatest tracks in modern electronic dance music history. “Castles in the Sky” by Ian Van Dahl is an immensely popular uplifting trance track, boasting
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EDM music has quickly become the music of our age, from dancefloor-thumping piano house tracks to synth-heavy drum machine workouts and everything in between. Boasting massive festivals and clubs worldwide, EDM has quickly become a phenomenon. German duo Benjamin and Friso blend hip-hop aesthetics with club sounds to produce emotionally-charged techno that’s both danceable and
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In the 1950s, rock and roll brought about a musical revolution, as its artists such as Buddy Holly and Little Richard defied social norms with music that caused moral alarm among suburban parents concerned about race mixing and sexual content in this new form of expression. Other popular music artists recorded pop standards, remaking old
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Be it Jazmine Sullivan’s call to “crush into these curves” or Summer Walker’s jazzy attack on “unloyal men”, these artists know how to balance sensual without becoming excessively sexualized while centering empowerment within their descriptions of sex. R&B music stands out from hip hop by featuring lush instrumentals and emotive hooks, so sit back and
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Few metal albums have attracted non-fans of metal quite like this one has. While it might be black metal at its most extreme, its songs prove surprising accessible and enjoyable for even non-metal fans. Chuck Schuldiner and his ever-evolving lineup rewrote death metal history with this brilliant album, while drum maestro Gene Hoglan makes sure
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