Folk music is a broad genre that spans across numerous cultures and regions worldwide. Folk songs commemorate historical events, celebrate cultural traditions, express emotion such as joy, humor, frivolity and willfulness and melancholy to various degrees, while commemorating historical moments or commemorating cultural traditions. Songs transmitted orally often take on different forms through repeated performances …
Book your next event with a reputable Reggae Band by browsing photos, videos, and verified client reviews to make sure that the right band for your needs can be found. Morgan Heritage blends traditional roots music with dancehall and R&B influences for a smooth sound that promotes tolerance, social justice and antiracism – including criticism …
Heavy metal began as a hard rock subgenre in England during the late 1960s. Legendary artists like Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple and Black Sabbath created its iconic sound: massive guitar riffs supported by powerful drums and bass. At its beginnings, bands from other parts of Europe and South America also contributed to metal music; however, …
Nashville is best known as the birthplace of country music, but its R&B scene has had an equally significant influence on modern culture. The Jefferson Street Sound Museum, opened in 2010, chronicles this history through the lens of disc jockey Gene Nobles’ pioneering R&B programming at WLAC radio station. Additionally, their online exhibition Night Train …
Soul music evolved during the 1950s and 60s as a genre that combined elements of blues, rhythm, jazz and gospel. Despite initial opposition to combining sacred music with secular styles, it quickly gained widespread acceptance. Artists such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles and James Brown helped pioneer soul music as a genre. Additionally, …