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Dive into Russian Culture: Russian Music
Why am I so interested in Russian music?! As I explained in previous blogs, I have been devoted to the Russian language and culture since I was 12 years old. My first ever Russian song I listened to and liked was the birthday song from Cheburashka and Krokodil Gena, which is a classic Russian cartoon from the 80's (before Russia became independent). After studying Russian and visiting multiple Russian stores all around the Bathurst Manor neighbourhood for the last 4 months in 2010, I surfed the net for some good Russian hits that I wanted to try listening to. It did not have to be popular music from the generation I was residing in. Back then, I had a penchant for music from the older generations such as the 40's, 50's and 60's. I was able to find older Russian music on YouTube and came across some interesting folk hits.
Talia DevoraPublished 4 years ago in BeatTidal vs. Spotify: Which Streaming Service Should You Buy
Both Tidal and Spotify are excellent platforms that are popular for providing phenomenal user experience to its users. But which streaming service should you buy? That’s not an easy question to answer, to be honest, because both the platforms have their own unique features and benefits. So, today we will make these two phenomenal platforms compete against each other to identify their pros and cons so that you can make a prudent decision.
Jack thomsonPublished 4 years ago in BeatThe Indefatigability Playlist
I think, generally, everyone loves music. It's our solace, our panacea, our getaway, and it can be a powerful well of strength to draw from. Music means a lot of things to a lot of people, and can be experienced in just as many ways. Some are eclectic listeners, right? They pluck and pick at all different kinds of genres without care to anything other than the sound and the feeling of it. Some are steadfast; traditional even, in their listening tastes that date back to what their parents listened to or the music of their region/country/etc. Others are quite particular about their tastes while others are less so. We all have different experiences with music and that is a fabulous truth.
Delise FantomePublished 4 years ago in Beat"This Strategy Worked, It Got Their Attention" - Tiwa Savage Reveals HOW She Made It In Nigeria.
Who better to learn from than the queen of Nigerian music herself. Tiwa Savage has been doing a lot of press to celebrate and promote the release of her brand new studio album, Celia. Throughout this rollout she has granted many interviews, revealed never been information about herself and has generally been very open and honest about her life and her music, moreso than she’s ever been.
Jide OkonjoPublished 4 years ago in BeatDario Margeli gives Us original music and "How to Respond"
"This music is a marriage of musical tastes and personal self motivation philosophy, With inspirations as diverse as the dance floor friendly sounds and the central tenets of Buddhist philosophy, How To Respond is a real voyage of the self. The track opens with intimations of synthwave and retrowave, before a jazz tinged guitar ebbs and flows through the electronica, giving the track a very chilled feel."
mysoundMusicPublished 4 years ago in BeatISO ZAH—NEXT UP
Zahir Whitfield, famously known as Iso Zah, is an American music artist and songwriter from Charlotte, NC originally born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. My signature style is a blend of cool rap flows, infused with R&B melodies. In the summer of 2019, I released my project ‘Everybody Loves Summer’. This generated a crazy buzz that helped me get noticed by platinum-selling artist Blac Youngsta. Right before joining Blac Youngsta’s ‘Church On Sunday’ 2020 tour in January, I released my single “HONDA” (Prod. by Deskhop). In May, I dropped my 3rd notable EP titled “The Iso EP III” along with a few visuals.
Jason JamesPublished 4 years ago in BeatEquilateral Inversion
Equilateral Inversion arbors connective mountains. The mountains were the softest blue and pink against the sky. The wind scratched against her face as she climbed the mountain. She stopped along the trail and checked her back pack for supplies. Ludee got some fresh pane and cheese from her backpack and sat on a mountain rock nearby. Nooby called on her cell phone.
Sally HollisPublished 4 years ago in BeatThanks Tik Tok for these songs.
We can all thank Tik tok for wasting our time in the best ways, but we can also thank them for the countless songs we either have heard before but forgot, or are brand new to. I have found old songs that have been remixed that become my favorite, and then I find new songs that are just too good to not listen to. I will be letting you guys in on my favorite tik tok songs, and of course I will be dancing while doing this blog post, so enjoy, and dance along. Also, there is a lot of exposing myself in this blog, and I honestly could write a whole book about my favorite tik tok songs because I am constantly finding new songs, and new remixes from youtube...... I listen to youtube music more than anything at night when I am trying to write, podcast or work on a few other things. But to get to the point, I could write a whole book but I chose 15 to start with. I will be making this a weekly maybe a daily and holy smokes lofi music is cosmic..... So be on the lookout, because I literally want to make a whole playlist of just tik tok songs but half of my favorite ones are on youtube and are remixed... So that is why there is no playlist.. OK, you're probably tired of me rambling so here's some new music to add to your spotify, and be on the lookout for more posts like this!
That One BaristaPublished 4 years ago in BeatDon't Give Up!
Music is an integral part of life, without it the world would be a mere echo of sadness which stands upon the shoulders of those who remember the sweet melodies that once calmed their souls, without the musicians who make the music we lose something as important as life itself, how many times has a song lifted your spirits, made you cry or feel something, anything at all?
Phill RossPublished 4 years ago in BeatMusic Is Life
Music is my entire life, without it I would die. From the moment I wake up to the moment I go to bed I have music playing. There are so many songs that describe my every feeling. I grew up with my dad playing classic rock, and Alanis Morissette's "Hand in My Pocket" and "Ironic" were my favorite songs as a little girl.
LeAnn MurchPublished 4 years ago in BeatHardy Is NOT just a broke boy, He is OUR boy.
When I decided to do a full album review on Hardy, I knew I had to be somewhere I could sit, listen to the words more intently, and not have the wind blowing from the windows being down...... I have listened to this album on repeat since it came out... I am a fan, and I honestly think Hardy should be president, because he's just that amazing.... Here is my honest review on an honest man whose album is one of the greatest albums I have ever listened to, and I'm putting him up there with Shania's Twain Come On Over Album, which I still to this day listen to with happiness in my soul.....Here's the long awaited album review on Hardy, enjoy bbys!
That One BaristaPublished 4 years ago in Beattop 5 Morgan Wallen songs.
Morgan Wallen, marry me please if you are reading this. No seriously, he is my favorite, and I honestly would die if he read this, and tweeted me back. I decided to give you guys my top 5, which is honestly hard because I love Morgan Wallen.... Now you are wondering, have you been here since the voice days? No, but let me tell you that does not mean I can not love Morgan and his music. I love his lyrics, the beats and everything he stands for. So here is my unfiltered top 5 favorite songs. Enjoy~!!!
That One BaristaPublished 4 years ago in Beat