90s music
Music for 90s babies and fans of timeless pop music; explore the decade defined by boybands, Europop, girl groups, rap, and so much more.
The First Lady
The woman who would one day be coined the “Ruff Ryders’ First Lady” grew up in the housing projects of Philadelphia. Eve Jeffers—or, more simply, Eve—began her career as a teenager, singing in a band called D.G.P, or the Dope Girl Posse.
Whitney Houston & the American Gold Standard
There she was, standing in the belly of packed stadium, waiting in the dark, in the silence. The static squawk of a nearby walkie-talkie makes everyone jump: “CZZHK…Standby for Whitney….Standby for Whitney…CZZHK.” She loosens her muscles as her flanking of 6 bodyguards do the same. She shakes off her nervous energy and savors these last couple seconds of silence, waiting for that specific noise. That special sound they’ve been waiting for. That special sound that means it's time to go to work. She looks at the walkie talkie. “CZZHK!” She smiles, here it comes. “CZZHK…and its a green light for Whitney Houston, green light for Whitney Houston.”
Jerson AmbionPublished 3 years ago in BeatWe are 40 (use collagen)
When I graduated high school in 1999, there was this one, odd song that I loved. Everybody’s free (to wear sunscreen) Now those of us who listened to that while we were carefree and young, are now turning forty.
Pie RobinsonPublished 3 years ago in BeatAn Anti-Valentine's Day: the Soundtrack
8:39 AM. Morning sunlight stabs your eyelids through the window, waking you up from your slumber. Still in a daze, you reach for your phone to get your morning dose of social media distraction. As your eyes meet your lock screen, however, you notice the date, and it dawns on you that today is no normal day...
Olivier SavardPublished 3 years ago in BeatLove Stinks (Yeah, Yeah)
As a 90's kid, my earliest memories of feeling emotions through the power of music were of staring wistfully out of the window with my Discman headphones on from the comfort of mum and dad's car. Avril Lavigne sang directly into my soul about her latest breakup drama, and I could pretend I was the sad girl from the film clip - which was even easier to do if it was a miserable, rainy day.
J. K. CookPublished 3 years ago in Beat90’s Alternative Rock is the Anti-Valentine’s Day Playlist You’ve Been Waiting For
We need to talk about 90’s alternative rock music. This is the era of music I grew up in; it’s where and when I refined my musical tastes. I was born in 1984, but I have never seen War Games or purchased a Guns N Roses album so I can’t truly lay claim to being an 80’s kid. I will lay claim to being a 90’s kid, especially when it comes to rock and roll. To be clear, I will not assert it was the best decade of rock.
Horace WheatleyPublished 3 years ago in BeatGeico brings fun back with Tag Team in a new commercial
We all need something to laugh about right now and Geico's recent insurance commercial featuring the hip hop duo Tag Team is pretty hillarious. The Geico announcer asks a woman named Tasha if she is waiting on Tag Team to invite her to take advantage of Geico's special rates. The duo shows up in her kitchen with ice cream scoops in their hands. They begin singing"Scoop there it is", and dancing to the tune of their 1993 hit single "Whoomp! (There It Is)". For a moment, Tasha is stunned, then she begins dancing along as well. Her daughter enters the kitchen with a young man who joins in on the fun and begins dancing too. The daughter walks out of the room with a look of embarassment on her face.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in BeatMusic In My Eyez
Music to me is very special in my eyes since I can remember I have used music as an outlet. Finally, I have a way to share my story with the world and I plan to do so independently. MJAXN MUSIK is my production company name and MJAXN is the artist name that my music is under. The love I have for music is undeniable. In my youth I remember my grandfather Roy Lee playing that old school blues joint on the eight track player. My grandparents on both sides (mother and father) played plenty of rhythm and blues so the love for music came at a very early age. My dream is not to be rich, but to tell my story the way I want to tell my story through my music. My mother listened to lots of rhythm and blues. My father listened to pretty much everything when I was growing up. The goal of my production company is too be versatile and work with every genre. My cousin Raydell inspired me to pursue my dreams with the music. Collaborating with him on projects is something that we are continuing to do more of in the near future. I just want to bring that old school feel back to music that I felt when I listened to it back in the day. This movement is going to be everlasting and nobody gets left behind. Family over everything it's tatted on my arm. The way that I express myself through my music is tell good stories that people can relate to and get a good feeling at the same time. Some are false and then some are true, but the material is just relatable. I have come up with my own sound so it doesn't sound like anything that has ever been heard past or present. Things that I am planning on pursuing in the near future is expanding my production business into merchandising so that the name can go on but the merchandise won't just include the production label on it. Many different products will be available at the time of launch. Already I have wrist bracelets that symbolize my passion for music and have the production company's name embedded on them. The time is now is a slogan that I use because success in my world is long overdue and the time is now. I believe as individuals we must take a stand in our lives and do what we feel we are great at in life in order to be successful. If you aren't doing what you love and having fun with it what is the point of pursuing it because most likely you will fail at that task and any other task that you attempt if it is something that you are not passionate about in life. Music just happens to be the craft that I am passionate about that I chose to perfect. There is no other reason that music chose me other than I am great at it. So when I say follow your dreams because they are not just dreams they have the chance to become reality if you pursue them the way you should. With God all things are possible there is power in prayer. Just chase your dreams, believe, pray and the things in life that you thought was impossible will become possible. Trust and believe that each and every one of us was born for greatness you just have to find out what your greatness is and run with it. Open your eyes to the clearer picture and think if I feel this way about music what is it that you feel a deep passion for? What makes you happy when you are doing it? Just think about those things and you will make a big difference in your life doing what you love. MJAXN Apple Music Spotify My music is on all major platforms https://www.facebook.com/MJAXNMUSIKINC https://show4me.com/mjaxn
Michael JacksonPublished 3 years ago in BeatPlaylist of a 90's Stripper
In my 20s, I loved clubbing and dancing the night away. A couple of weekends a month, I would get a babysitter for my two young daughters and hit the club scene with my girlfriends. It was a great way to unwind, socialize with old pals, and meet new people. I enjoyed getting a break from my usual mom gear (t-shirts & jeans, or sweats) to swap out for some heels, a sexy new dress, a fresh hairdo, and makeup. Oh, those sure were the days. My friends and I could move on that dance floor which caught much attention.
Marilyn GloverPublished 4 years ago in BeatGrace
Many know Jeff Buckley for his triumphant rendition of Leonard Cohen’s 'Hallelujah’, but avid fans will always remember him as the Shakespearean tragedy smothered in his own timeless soundtrack. Since his untimely death in 1997 he has gathered a cult following, growing with every passing day. Ethereal and enchanting, Buckley’s music has proven to stand the test of time. Standing out in his discography, is Buckley’s magnum opus, the pivotal 90’s album Grace. This was the only studio album by the American singer-songwriter. Widely regarded nowadays by critics and listeners as one of the greatest albums of all time, it’s initial reception was mixture of poor sales and conflicting reviews. Here’s all you need to know about Grace.
Ciarán ColemanPublished 4 years ago in BeatIt's a Bittersweet Symphony this life.
I used to really hate the song Bittersweet Symphony, by The Verve. It started in my youth. Back when I was a budding music fan, all the way in Primary school, I was too involved in splitting my fervour between By The Way by the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Steps debut album. Looking back, perhaps my tastes weren’t as developed as I thought they were. Once I imprisoned my parents and their friends in the living room and made them listen to the entirety of STEPS, as well as my own commentary.
Ella sadiePublished 4 years ago in Beat80’s Maybes but it’s the 90’s Divinely
It was so close. So tantalizingly torturing of what we call the final decision. I mean really. The 80’s blessed us with some heavy hitters. There was Michael Jackson, Prince, Janet Jackson, Babyface, Anita Baker, New Edition, Bobby Brown, Cameo, George Clinton, Gap Band, Guy, Al B. Sure, Quincy Jones, Rick James, Teena Marie if my fingers had a respiratory system they would be out of breath right now. That was just the R&B side of things. The MTV ushered in a new era of visual music along with some Pop and Rock & Roll. Some of my favorites like Tears For Fears, Huey Lewis & The News, Pat Benatar, Guns & Roses, Phil Collins, Genesis, The Police, Sting, Billy Idol, Queen, Culture Club, Wham!, Cyndi Lauper, Aerosmith just to name a few. Prince and Michael Jackson hit all three in the 80’s effortlessly.
Malcolm BattenPublished 4 years ago in Beat