Rnb music (rhythm and blues) was originally developed by African American musicians during World War II and gained momentum during their Great Migration into cities following WWII. Louis Jordan pioneered jump blues with its combination of shuffle rhythms and boogie-woogie bass lines. This laid the groundwork for R&B; smooth vocals became a hallmark feature, with […]
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Pop music is the most mainstream and accessible genre of music, making it suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds to dance to and enjoy. Pop music features catchy beats that are fun to dance to and can help children develop rhythm and memory skills. 1. “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” by Justin Timberlake Timberlake
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Description Duet performances add an exciting, collaborative energy to folk tracks, with their harmonized vocals and acoustic guitar creating an atmosphere both relaxing and energetic. No matter whether their songs focus on love or social justice issues, these duos’ voices make us all feel that we’re listening to something truly profound. Simon & Garfunkel Simon
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Ken Boothe’s “I’m Not for Sale” brings slavery back into Jamaican music with this silky-voiced singer’s take on this timeless subject matter, turning a potentially depressing subject matter into an expression of Black pride and identity. Reggae’s reigning prince was an international star who lived what he sang about. Together with his band, they brought
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Stay tuned in for the soul, funk and pop classics that you enjoyed as a child as well as older bands such as The Beach Boys and Steely Dan which have experienced renewed success over time. Assimilate new wave and mainstream music with Duran Duran, Talking Heads and R.E.M. for an experience. Or turn up
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Music can elicit powerful emotional responses, soothe or heal wounds, motivate individuals, or serve as a creative outlet for artists. Music transcends cultures, languages, and lifestyles; show two individuals the same song and they may each interpret it differently. Music has been found to stimulate dopamine release, the chemical linked with rewards and pleasure, which
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Audio equipment is used in professional settings and at home. It includes sound recording equipment (microphones, audio mixers), sound reinforcement systems and accessories. Professional audio stores sell and rent this equipment. THL’s audio-video cataloging system allows staff and users to directly access tapes’ contents and the associated transcriptions or translations through their cataloging records. This
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Hip hop music expands our relationship to words. Tracks like “The Bomb” and “Sadat X” inspire activism, social justice and introspection. Early rap was founded upon hard funk loops from vintage funk records; The Sugarhill Gang used the bass line from Chic’s “Good Times”. Additionally, disco had an immense influence on hip hop. Origins Hip
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By the late 1990s, mainstream tastes tended toward pop music. Boy bands like ‘N Sync and East 17 emerged – manufactured acts assembled specifically for their looks that were then aggressively promoted towards young audiences. Alicia Keys stood out as an exciting alternative with her hip-hop flair and old school piano chops, setting herself apart
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Jamaican reggae music is deeply embedded with sociopolitical themes like black nationalism, antiracism and anticolonialism. Additionally, many artists use their music to spread messages of love and unity through song. Jamaican dancehall artists are more than mere entertainment; many serve as activists, commentators and educators as well. SumFest festival serves as an outlet for this
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