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Have Yourself a Pentatonix Christmas
Pentatonix (abbreviated PTX) is an American a cappella group which hails from from Arlington, Texas. The members of are vocalists Scott Hoying (baritone), Kristin Maldonado, (mezzo-soprano), Mitch Grassi (tenor), Matt Sallee(bass), and Kevin Olusola (vocal percussion). The group is characterized by their pop-style arrangements that include vocal harmonies, percussion, riffing, basslines, and beatboxing. That’s pretty impressive. Pentatonix was formed in 2011 and produces cover versions of modern pop music and also Christmas songs. They at times include medleys, along with the original material.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in BeatJonny Wickersham of Social Distortion is at Home with His Music
Photo by Ed Vill Growing up in the home of a guitarist, Jonny Wickersham of Social Distortion amplified his father's country rock sound in favor of Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Hendrix and the like. But his early aspiration could not equal his inspiration, and he retreated to an instrument in the bass that was more his speed. He eventually found his strum and would go onto become a staple in the California punk rock scene with U.S. Bombs, Cadillac Tramps and the L.A.'s Youth Brigade. He eventually landed with Social D in 2000. But that doesn't mean he has been able to simply coast with the talent he has been given.
Rich MonettiPublished 4 years ago in BeatRock Ain't Dead
Some time ago, I came across a story that showed the harsh headline: Rock died - and this time, there is no mistake! The text alluded to the controversy generated by the statements of KISS frontman, Gene Simmons, to Esquire, who loudly proclaimed the death of Rock in such a vehement way that those words reminded me of Nietzsche's aphorism in all his apostate rebellion: "Gott ist tot" - , whose equivalent would, in this case, be "Rock ist tot."
Interview with Accent Sorrow
So, to begin with, I met the artist who would become Accent Sorrow about 5 or 6 years ago through one of my closest friends. I didn't have too many initial reactions of him, though I did know I wasn't a tremendous fan of his taste of music. Coincidentally, it was indirectly through this particular set of musical tastes that I came to determine that my thinking about music had ossified, and I'd reached the age where I thought the music "of my generation" was the best, and everything new sucked.
Creativity RiskPublished 4 years ago in BeatArcuti
Aanamesa aims to showcase the talents of those who belong to Generation Anamesa. Arcuti is a recording artist, producer and audio enigneer based out of New Jersey (we love a fellow New Jerseyian). Arcuti sings, plays guitar, piano and makes his own music. I personally listen to his music on Spotify (and you should, too) and had to reach out to get more insight on him as an artist to feature him on Anamesa.
Modern Dancehall isn't a thing
It makes me mad when I go to Apple Music and see Soca music identified as "Modern Dancehall." No offence to Apple, but I'm offended.
Kenesta HopePublished 4 years ago in BeatDreampop Fever
My sophomore year of high school was comprised of tears and late-night study sessions for tests that do not prepare for the real world. There were many nights where I would listen to playlists that I made to get through the endless night, and that is when I started to shift my focus on alternative music from the nineties. I had previously shown an interest in pop and R&B music in the nineties, but I never really broadened my options to other genres back then. So, my next thought was indie or alternative, and I listened to both because I am not selective about any kind of music except for heavy metal. That’s just not my cup of tea.
ENERGYNEVERDIESS— THE NEW WAVE
Christopher hugh Hamilton, better known as ENERGYNEVERDIESS is one of the most versatile and talented artist to come out of Metro Atlanta. Born November 29, at 3:13am and originally from Brooklyn, New York, the artist spread his wings in Atlanta and took the scene by storm. Most listeners hear one or two songs by ENERGYNEVERDIESS and attempt to place him into a category or a box, but it would be foolish to categorize such talent as just rapping or singing. ENERGYNEVERDIESS openly dabbles in hip-hop, r&b, and alternative genres of music. ENERGYNEVERDIESS has earned his comparisons to several alternative artist such as Linkin Park and Kurt Cobain, and in hip-hop he receives comparisons to the late XXXtentacion and Juice world. Several sources say ENERGYNEVERDIESS alternative nature is best seen in his video to "Cokkiyee" and his EP "6FeettilHell". Although ENERGYNEVERDIESS seems to have come out of nowhere with various stand-out styles of music, but none of this was accomplished over night. ENERGYNEVERDIESS has worked with talent from YSL, Rich Gang, and Roc Nation, and through these connections he was able to study the industry from behind the scenes, and now what we are witnessing is ENERGYNEVERDIESS' ability to apply what he's learned to his own career. ENERGYNEVERDIESS aside from being a dope artist that has built a buzz that can be heard and felt across the country, he also received criticism from various listeners. He is criticized not for his alternative music but instead for his alternative lifestyle and love for all.
Jason JamesPublished 4 years ago in BeatStill Time To Learn
This man above is a British musical artist who goes by Akira The Don. In a very short time he has produced hundreds of songs and even spawned a new musical genre fans have dubbed "Meaningwave".
Spencer BarrettPublished 4 years ago in BeatAlternative New Music from Quarantine
One of the biggest disappointments this year for any music lover will be the rescheduled or canceled concerts due to COVID-19. Luckily, quarantine has been a great time for new music. These new alternative releases won't bring back the thrill of making it to the front row at your favorite standing room only venue or singing your heart out with hundreds or thousands of other fans, but they do bring something new to this otherwise boring time we're all living in.
Kay HusnickPublished 4 years ago in BeatEd Cusati takes Pause while Moving his Musical Career Forward on Spotify
Ed Cusati’s introduction to music began with his mother. A singer who studied at Westminster Choir College, she started Ed with piano lessons and her large Rock n Roll record collection moved him onto the worship of Joe Satriani. Taking on the guitar, Cusati formed a band in middle school that was, “ahead of its time,” according to the Katonah, NY resident, and was pretty easily explained. “Well, I was in the band,” he joked. But the lighthearted look back is no way emblematic of how seriously he approaches his art, and putting himself out there as a performer, goes well beyond the words.
Rich MonettiPublished 4 years ago in BeatThe lights go out and I can't be saved.
I’ve been playing piano since I was 6 years old. I started while I was living in South Surrey, along with my two older sisters. My teacher, Leslie, was a dream. She actually came to our house to teach, and she knew the right balance of pushing me and laughing at my kid jokes. She let me choose the pieces I wanted to play, and wouldn’t let me back out easily when I wanted to give up on them. She was kind and organized, and created the perfect environment for my passion garden to grow. My interest in piano had always been there. But she was my watering can. I’d watch my sisters play before I was old enough to take lessons, and mimic their hands on my jeans, watching them from the stairs. When I was finally old enough to start, once I’d mastered even just a couple bars of Mexican Jumping Beans or Row, Row, Row Your Boat, that was all the house would hear for days. Piano became my sole way of pleasure and escape. When my mom said no to another serving of Honey Nut Cheerios at breakfast, I was hammering away at the piano. Or my sister said I couldn’t hang out with her and her other 9 year old friends, the piano was going to hear about it. It was a way of moving through my emotions, even though I didn’t quite understand that yet.
Gillian HintonPublished 4 years ago in Beat