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Charli xcx’s Latest Album “BRAT” Is Amazing
Pop sensation Charli xcx has done it again, folks. She’s hit us with another impeccable album. Charli xcx Even if you aren’t familiar with Charli xcx, you’ve probably heard at least one of her songs before. Her feature on I Love It by Icona Pop in 2012 was everywhere for a while and became somewhat of an anthem. Her 2014 feature on Iggy Azalea’s hit song Fancy was impossible to escape for that entire year, and unfortunately became an even bigger anthem. She also had her own hit song Boom Clap for The Fault In Our Stars movie, which was pretty big. All three of these songs were pop tracks, a sound Charli soon chose to leave behind entirely.
angela hepworthPublished about 14 hours ago in BeatASPEN and Liv Hanna Team to Release "Endgame"
Last month, on the same day, the world was blessed with two singles, "Sweetest Mistake" and "Sign It on the Line," the former by DJ and producer ASPEN and latter by singer-songwriter and model Liv Hanna. "Sweetest Mistake" was ASPEN's sophomore single. "Sign It on the Line" was Liv Hanna's sophomore release through Sony's AWAL. Ironically, the two rising stars have now teamed up to release, "Endgame." "Endgame" blends ASPEN's downtempo Electronic sound with Liv Hanna's emotive Pop vocals.
Meikhel PhilogenePublished 3 days ago in BeatRapperiya Baalam
Rapperiya Baalam, also known as Ashok Bishnoi, is a versatile artist hailing from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. He gained prominence in 2014 with his folk-hip hop fusion track “Mharo Rajasthan,” featuring Swaroop Khan. Since then, he has continued to create music that blends traditional elements with contemporary beats.
Allwyn Roman WaghelaPublished 5 days ago in BeatThe Crucial Three
Introduction The Crucial Three were a short-lived band that existed for approximately six weeks in early 1977. They are nevertheless notable on account of the individual success of all three founding members: Julian Cope formed The Teardrop Explodes and has enjoyed a long and successful solo career as an author, photographer and singer, Ian McCulloch formed the very successful Echo & the Bunnymen, while guitarist Pete Wylie formed Wah! Heat (and various subsequent incarnations of Wah!) and enjoyed major chart success with "The Story of the Blues". In those early days, McCulloch sang, Cope played bass, and Wylie played guitar. A drummer, Stephen Spence, also joined at some point in their brief life.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 6 days ago in BeatSooryagayathri
Sooryagayathri is a prodigious Indian classical vocalist hailing from Kerala. Her captivating talent transcends boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. Renowned for her ethereal delivery of devotional bhajans and kirtans, Sooryagayathri’s voice channels the divine, evoking profound emotions that resonate across spiritual landscapes. When she was merely three years old, her innate aptitude for pitch and rhythm became evident, prompting her parents to introduce her to formal music lessons. In fact, her father became her first teacher. She received formal training in Carnatic music under the expert guidance of her gurus, S. Anandi and Nishant Nadapuram. Emerging from the idyllic village of Purameri in Vadakara, North Kerala, Sooryagayathri’s musical journey has its origins in this serene locale. She has been meticulously honing her skills under the watchful tutelage of Smt. Anandi and Sri Nishanth. Notably, Sri Kuldeep M Pai has also played a crucial role in her artistic and spiritual evolution, expertly guiding her along the path to becoming an exceptional musician. You can explore her divine music on her YouTube channel, where she has captured the hearts of music lovers across the globe with her golden voice. 🎵🌟
Allwyn Roman WaghelaPublished 7 days ago in BeatTwenty One Pilots
Live Music. Another new Album. Loyal Fans. Hype. These are all things I think Twenty One Pilots have succeeded at creating. They have created an experience that their fans are drawn to and can't seem to say no to. They have created a loyal fanbase that will follow them wherever they lead. They have unlocked the secret to not needing to write to the algorithm but instead, they get to write for themselves. A true level of creative freedom.
Thomas TerryPublished 10 days ago in BeatMy Thoughts on North West's performance at the Hollywood Bowl
Disney has brought the stage from the Producers of Disney’s Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl. Now, Disney celebrates The Lion King: 30th anniversary by bringing a live-to-film concert featuring the Broadway Cast of The Lion King, some of the original voice cast of The Lion King, Elton John, Lebo M., Jennifer Hudson, and last but not least North West, the daughter of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are performing the live musical concert at the Hollywood Bowl. However, not everyone was too fond of North West performing for the Hollywood Bowl since North is a nepotism child and hasn't been trained to be a performer like every child who has talent or experience on stage. Here are some reasons or alleged reasons why North got a part of the show.
Gladys W. MuturiPublished 11 days ago in BeatNotes On "To Althea From Prison"
Introduction Apologies for the spelling mistake in the subheading Many years ago I bought the album "Nine" by Fairport Convention. I still love the album today and it is home to many great songs. "To Althea, From Prison" I found particularly beautiful taking the words of the poet Richard Lovelace adapted and sung by the sadly missed Dave Swarbrick.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 12 days ago in Beat- AI-Generated
Kylie Minogue
Kylie Minogue, the Australian pop sensation, is indeed an underrated legend. Let’s explore why: Enduring Career: Despite not being as provocative as Madonna or as vocally powerful as Mariah Carey, Kylie’s career has been fascinating and enduring. She broke through with “The Loco-Motion” in the late 1980s and has since become a gold-plated icon known for joyous dance-pop brilliance.
Allwyn Roman WaghelaPublished 12 days ago in Beat A Whimsigoth Playlist
What is Whimsigoth? It's a goth style altered by themes of space and nature. Witch themes can also be a considered definition. When I see a Whimsigoth outfit, the first thing that comes to my mind is how it has a supernatural vibe. In my definition of Whimsigoth, it's a lighter version of the goth genre, a hippie version of goth.
Samantha ParrishPublished 14 days ago in Beat- Content Warning
Aaron, Oh, Aaron: My Thoughts On the Life of Aaron Carter
I remember when Aaron Carter prophesied that he would die an early death. In the liner notes for the singer’s 2001 Oh, Aaron album, the singer; then, just months shy of his 14th birthday, contemplated the life that had brought him immense fame and an immeasurable level of sadness that his young fanbase could never fathom.
Jonathan ApolloPublished 16 days ago in Beat Carnatic Music
Carnatic music, also known as Karnatak music, is a subgenre of Indian classical music originating from South India. This intricate, rhythmically detailed, and melody-focused music has roots in the ancient Hindu traditions, specifically the Vedas and the Natyashastra, which are foundational texts on performing arts1. Let’s delve a bit deeper into its history and characteristics:
Allwyn Roman WaghelaPublished 19 days ago in Beat