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Post Hackett Genesis - The Good Stuff
Introduction It was a shock when Peter Gabriel left Genesis, but Phil Collins, who had sung "More Fool Me" on "Selling England By The Pound" stepped up and with Chester Thompson helping out on drums the band produced two more excellent albums, "A Trick Of The Tale" and "Wind and Wuthering" so things still looked good, especially with the excellent Peter Gabriel solo albums, we were getting a lot of great music.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Beat
"One More Round, Delia's Gone"
One of the strangest things I’ve ever heard someone say came from Johnny Cash. In a 1996 interview to promote Unchained, his second album for producer Rick Rubin, Johnny talked about the renewed interest he was receiving from audiences following the first Cash/Rubin collaboration, 1994’s American Recordings, which featured just Johnny and his guitar. Cash discussed the long process leading to the solo format of that first album. The months of trial and error mostly consisted of Johnny and Rick sitting at Rubin’s Los Angeles home, with the recording equipment set up and running down a list of 200 songs that Johnny had in his head and which he had always wanted to record. According to Cash, after that process and the decision to keep the album bare, came the matter of working on Cash's guitar playing and making it sound good for recording since, as he put it, “I can’t play guitar.”
By Michael Kantu2 years ago in Beat
"Don't Take Your Guns To Town"
Despite the songs, the close friendships, and the very shared genre of country music that binds them together, I’ve always seen Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson as two men who coexist in an unusual harmony yet maintain a distinct separation.
By Michael Kantu2 years ago in Beat
"Come On The Amazing Journey"
“I saw the film Tommy on cable television, and despite Jack Nicholson’s heinous rendition of “Go to The Mirror”, I was deeply moved by the music and the story.” — Jack Black honoring Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend at the 2008 Kennedy Center Honors.
By Michael Kantu2 years ago in Beat
Pixie Lott: The Journey of a British Pop Icon
Pixie Lott is a name that resonates with pop music fans across the globe. Born Victoria Louise Lott on January 12, 1991, she rose to fame in her teenage years with chart-topping hits and quickly became a household name. Her career spans multiple aspects of the entertainment industry, from music to acting and television appearances. This blog will explore Pixie Lott's journey from her early beginnings to her current standing in the industry, while highlighting key moments in her career, using factual data and case studies.
By DINESH KUMAR SHARMA2 years ago in Beat
Drake's Throne Shaken By Kendrick Lamar
The rap world has been abuzz with rumors of a brewing feud between two of its biggest stars, Drake and Kendrick Lamar. While the two artists have often been compared and contrasted, their relationship has generally been cordial. However, recent events have sparked speculation that the friendly rivalry may be turning into something more sinister.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Beat
David Ratmoko: Redefining Electronic Music with “The Preludes”
David Ratmoko’s latest EP, Prelude Two, is a sonic journey that showcases the artist’s exceptional ability to blend genres and create an immersive auditory experience. This captivating collection features four tracks—Prelude Three, Prelude Four, Prelude One, and Prelude Two—released in a thoughtful sequence that enhances the overall narrative of the EP.
By mysoundMusic2 years ago in Beat
