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.

Pigs
Introduction I am not sure what inspired this, but there are more than a few good songs about pigs. As a teenager, I worked on a farm and thought it was quite funny when the piglets tried to eat my toes through my wellies and we all love the film Babe, don't we?
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat
A Plagiaristic Playlist
Introduction There are many songs that borrow from others, some acknowledge their source, and some don’t. Some are deliberate and some are accidental. These are some that I have noticed over my life and you may agree with me or disagree with me, some are obvious and some are a little harder to discern but hopefully, you will enjoy all of them. All of the songs are excellent it;s up to you whether or not you agree with me, but hopefully, this will spur some commentary.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat
Do Vinyl Records Inspire Original Creation?
About Vinyl Records This piece is going to be an oddity because a couple of songs came to mind that I wanted to share, but there were not enough songs to create a playlist. Below is my history of recorded media that you may find interesting as it has some of my opinions, but I have recently complained that the sole attempt at originality for modern vinyl releases is colored vinyl of picture discs, which while they can be interesting, most of the time that is where it stops.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat
Things To Do In Denver When You're Dead - Some Warren Zevon
Introduction I first was vaguely exposed to Warren Zevon when someone mentioned the song "Excitable Boy" but I really didn't bother with him til I was working for Yorkshire Water in Bradford and I picked up a "Best Of " album and the song "Play It All Night Long" hit me like a flying house brick:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat
Asha Bhosle and the Emotional Legacy of Her Timeless Voice
Some voices do not fade with time. They stay, quietly weaving themselves into memories, emotions, and moments people never forget. The name asha bhosle carries that kind of presence. Her songs are not just heard, they are felt. For many, her voice is tied to love, longing, celebration, and even solitude. It moves across generations without losing its meaning. What makes this even more remarkable is how naturally it all feels. There is no force in her singing, only flow. This article looks at the deeper emotional legacy of asha bhosle, not just as a singer, but as a voice that has shaped how people experience music.
By Muqadas khan6 months ago in Beat
Alan Jackson and the Quiet Truth in Country Music Songs
Some voices do not need to be loud to be heard. They carry something deeper, something that settles quietly and stays. The name alan jackson brings that kind of feeling to mind. His music does not try to impress with complexity. Instead, it speaks in a way that feels honest and familiar. For many people, his songs are not just something to listen to. They are something to return to, especially in moments of reflection. There is a sense of calm in his voice, but also a sense of truth. This is what makes his work meaningful. This article explores how alan jackson built that connection and why it continues to matter.
By Muqadas khan6 months ago in Beat
T-Roy aka Reezy Went Back to '92 and Came Back With Something Real by NWO Sparrow
Rapid Review of Reezy "Dance Like It 92" Beat - 10/10 Lyrics - 8/10 Concepts- 10/10 Roll-out- 7/10 Replay Value- 8/10
By NWO SPARROW6 months ago in Beat
Theremin - A Playlist
Introduction The theremin is an unconventional electronic instrument, named after its Soviet inventor Léon Theremin in 1928, and which doesn't require any contact to be operated. The fruit of research into proximity sensors, the theremin's setup is usually consisting of two metal antennas that sense the distance to the player's hands and react accordingly, one controlling the volume of the sound, and the other controlling the frequency and therefore the pitch. By moving both hands in the air and changing the distance to the antennas, musicians produce an eerie electronic sound.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat
Why I Love Tom Waits
The Vocal Creators Chronicle used a Tom Waits image and quote and I thought of the many times I tell people about Tom Waits and am immediately shunned as a weirdo (though that’s not the only reason.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat
The Invisible Banana Peel: That Time Harry Styles Almost Moonwalked Off Stage
The Precarious Perils of Pop Performance Performing to tens of thousands of screaming fans night after night is an exhilarating experience, but it’s also fraught with potential pitfalls. Bright lights, intricate staging, and the sheer adrenaline of the moment can sometimes lead to hilarious, albeit momentarily terrifying, accidents. For One Direction, known for their boundless energy and playful stage presence, these moments were not uncommon. From forgotten lyrics to microphone mishaps, the boys had their fair share of bloopers, but one particular incident involving Harry Styles stands out as a true testament to his quick reflexes and an almost-catastrophic, yet utterly comedic, stage exit.
By Queen f6 months ago in Beat
The Battle of the Bhangra: One Direction\'s Impromptu Dance-Off Catastrophe
The Undiscovered Choreographic Talents of Pop Superstars For a band like One Direction, whose primary talent lay in their harmonized vocals and captivating stage presence, dancing was often more about charismatic movement than intricate choreography. Their live shows were energetic, full of jumping, running, and playful interactions. But what happened when the boys, cooped up backstage with too much time and boundless energy, decided to try their hand at more ambitious dance forms? The result, as one legendary anecdote proves, was often pure, unadulterated comedic gold. This particular story involves an impromptu dance-off, a sudden burst of Bhangra music, and a collective realization that some talents are best appreciated from a microphone stand.
By Queen f6 months ago in Beat
Fighting for More Than Survival: The Story Behind Shadow Fist
In a world where stories often prioritize spectacle over substance, some narratives choose a different path. They focus not just on action, but on the emotional weight behind every decision, every fall, and every rise.
By Andreas szakacs6 months ago in Beat