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Queen of the 1960s Slipstream
I love music from many decades but my heart is with the songs of the 1960s. Born in 1973, I was, to a great extent raised with these melodies and the chords resonate with me. I am not convinced that the only reason for this is that they were the background for the road trips of my youth.
Caitlin CooperPublished 4 years ago in BeatThe Trap Age: 2020’s Is the Best Decade for Music (So Far)
Listen to the thump. The lyrics are like scenes from gunfights in the streets of Wilmington, Delaware, Altanta, Georgia Chicago, Illinois, Los Angeles, California, or New York City, New York. These places all have experienced spikes in violence during this COVID-19 pandemic. The demonstrations continue. So what is the soundtrack to all of this? The greatest decade for music, the Roaring 20’s...2.0. This is the Trap Age.
Skyler SaundersPublished 4 years ago in Beat"I Love Rock N Roll"
The 80's is the generation of music that never dies. Even teenagers here in 2020 still love the 80's. Many songs today sound the same, but back then, every song and singer has their own style. Guys wore make up, high heels, feminine colors and still got all of the girls. In this article, I will highlight a few of the hit songs and who they are by. I will do it in a form that I believe could make an article. If not, then just enjoy the lyrics that people of all ages still sing today.
Jasper WolfPublished 4 years ago in BeatEighties, so Unabridged, and Me
In the eighties I was me; unabridged and hopeful. Facing forwards. Facing all the glorious things that life had waiting for me. So unhindered. So unrestrained. So easily, naturally me.
Tammy WakefordPublished 4 years ago in BeatMy shitty darkwave band shoots a film clip
We shoot behind the bigger shoot of a hardcore punk band in an abandoned flour factory somewhere in the western suburbs of Melbourne. The year is 2016. Their video would go on to receive 15,000 views on YouTube: 477 likes, 3 dislikes, and 4 full pages of comments. Ours would get 125: 5 likes, 2 dislikes, and a friend-of-a-friend to compliment the dancer. They have a camera crew and a proper backline. I have a camcorder and a mobile phone. We have to stop recording the second they begin to play. But it's too late to find another site to shoot, and anyway this one is perfect for my vision. So we have to make it work.
Maddison StoffPublished 4 years ago in BeatThe Swinging 60's... More Than Just The Decade of The Beatles!
In 2020, where just four short months has seen such seismic shifts in our lives it is easy to call this an unprecedented time. Music and entertainment have been decimated along with much of normal life by the sweeping wave of COVID-19. Nearly 50 years prior to lockdown, cancelled concerts and even singing bans becoming "the new normal" the world saw a similar seismic change.
Rob TaylorPublished 4 years ago in BeatMusic of The Sixties - More Than Just Personal Memories
It is the music that enters your ears when you are a teenager that usually sticks in your mind the longest. Being a teenager during a certain decade, or just a part of it and listening to the music of the day just seems to stick with you forever. No exception here, spending a part of teenage years in the sixties, has made the music of that decade a personal favorite that simply doesn't go away.
Ljubinko ZivkovicPublished 4 years ago in BeatA Found Soul
Just like discovering a new favorite dessert, to the excitement feeling you get when you watch a new anticipated movie; the feeling of discovering something new brings forth an alluring sensation that captivates one's interest and emotions. This feeling is more craved due to an explosion of different genres of music that has made it's presence known in this modern decade, since the 2010's. From goosebumps sprouting in your skin, to chills crawling down your back; this decade probably has the best music for any occasion, emotion, or for any identity.
J.X. LeivaPublished 4 years ago in BeatThe Rise of The Little Guys and The Continuation of Legends
The 2010’s The technological advancements and creativity of the new generation has made creating music easier than any other decade. There is no longer a need for a record label or a recording studio to get big. The amount of independently created music has now surpassed the amount of officially published musical content. Felix Kjellberg also known as Pewdiepie on YouTube created his own music back in 2018 and with 2 songs reaching a combined 400 million views.
Zack BlaisdellPublished 4 years ago in BeatEverything Lost will be Recovered
It's 2012. Thirteen-year-old me is sitting in front of the TV on a Saturday night, waiting for a re-run of The Monkees to come on at midnight. Truly.
Reese MariePublished 4 years ago in BeatMeet “DNORRI” : One of the music industry’s most exciting artists
Let me start by introducing a Music Star. He go by the name “DNORRI”, which happens to be part of his middle name. He and his dad decided on using his middle name during the early part of his music career. He felt it was different and sound pretty dope if you ask me. Lol Why not!?
HeisenbergPublished 4 years ago in BeatCrosby, Stills, Nash, and Young
This American folk rock group is also known as Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young and is sometimes joined by their fourth member Neil Young. Singing as a trio they are David Crosby, Stephen Stills, and Graham Nash. All four of them have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997.
Rasma RaistersPublished 4 years ago in Beat