80s music
The 80s were chockful of New Wave power ballads, synthesizers, drum machines, and no shortage of Madonna and Michael Jackson.
History of Music
History of Music Music has been a part of human culture for thousands of years, with evidence of musical instruments dating back to ancient civilizations. Throughout history, music has played a significant role in religious ceremonies, celebrations, and as a form of entertainment. In the 19th and 20th centuries, new technologies such as the phonograph and radio led to the widespread dissemination of music and the rise of popular music.
By yasir saleemabout a year ago in Beat
Governors Ball Music Festival -Lizzo - Kendrick Lam - NYC
The Governors Ball Music Festival is a highly anticipated event that takes place annually in New York City. This year, the festival will feature a diverse lineup of talented musicians, including Lizzo and Kendrick Lamar.
By Mohammed Hussain Imfasabout a year ago in Beat
Kidney Bingos - The Music Of Wire
Introduction I think I first came across Wire on the "Live At The Roxy London WC2 - Jan - Apr 77" album, where two of their songs, "Lowdown" and "12XU", were featured. The album was a great live punk document but while their sound was very raw, for me, Wire stood out as being different and it turned out that they progressed while generally staying out of the mainstream and are still creating music today.
By Mike Singleton - Mikeydredabout a year ago in Beat
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MELODY SONG
Music is a universal language that has the power to evoke a wide range of emotions in listeners. One of the key elements that contributes to this emotional impact is melody. Melody, or the sequence of musical notes that make up a song, plays a crucial role in how we perceive and respond to music. In this article, we will explore the psychology of melody in songs and understand how it can be used to evoke specific emotions, memories, and associations in listeners.
By chethan senchaabout a year ago in Beat
The Wonderful Saw Doctors
Introduction I was first made aware of The Saw Doctors when my friend Mike O'Brien (CEO of Opencast and partner in Mog On The Tyne Cat Cafe) told me about the cover of the album "If This Is Rock And Roll, I Want My Old Job Back" which featured their dads on the front cover and the band on the back cover in identical poses. I was in Sunderland and bought a copy from Volume (another sadly missed record shop) and I completely loved it.
By Mike Singleton - Mikeydredabout a year ago in Beat
Invoking the Candelabra
Among the artifacts of the Liberace Museum Collection is a magnificent grand piano which dates from 1830, known as the Royal Bosendorfer. One of the finest pianos of the romance era, it was famously played by composers Robert Schumann, Johannes Brahams, and Franz Liszt - a favorite of Liberace.
By Jonathan Warrenabout a year ago in Beat
The Psychology of Sad Songs. Top Story - January 2023.
When all hope is gone, you know sad songs say so much. — Elton John Sad songs have long been a staple in music, with many people turning to them in times of sadness or heartbreak. But why do we find solace in listening to songs that make us feel worse? Well, it turns out there are distinct psychological mechanisms behind our preference for sad music.
By Donna L. Roberts, PhD (Psych Pstuff)about a year ago in Beat
The Angels : The Greatest Show On Earth (Review)
The Angels hard rock band has been a favourite of mine for 40 years and I’ve seen them live in any number of venues; pub gigs, festivals, entertainment centre and performing arts centre — with the backing of a symphony orchestra.
By Colleen Millsteed about a year ago in Beat
Passion Is No Ordinary Word - The Music Of Graham Parker
Introduction As often happens in these musical appreciation/playlist hybrid Vocal Stories I don't really remember when I first came across the music of Graham Parker. With The Rumour, he was part of the British pub rock movement that set the foundation for the punk explosion of 1977.
By Mike Singleton - Mikeydredabout a year ago in Beat
The Angels
The Angels have been my favourite band for over 40 years and they are still going strong today. It has been said by many, that The Angels changed the world of Rock n’ Roll here in Australia, and started to rise to fame at the same time as Australia’s other legendary band, AC/DC.
By Colleen Millsteed about a year ago in Beat