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Rock n' roll, boy bands, jazz trios, and more; the greats, newbies, and forgotten icons who create our favorite groups.

Back On The Road
Introduction In the playlist above, my friend Harper Lewis asked why I hadn't included "Road To Nowhere" by The Talking Heads. The main reason was that the song is so well-known, but it is a brilliant song. Then I looked at the CDs on my desk and remembered I had missed an absolutely brilliant Tom Waits song.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
On The Road
Introduction There are thousands of songs that mention the word "Road" in the title, and I will try and stay away from the obvious such as Canned Heat's iconic "On The Road Again" but when I did my "Runaway Train" playlist I found ten songs with that title. These wont't all have the same same title.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
Unpacking the Love Life of a Global Icon: A Detailed Look at Harry Styles' Dating History
Harry Styles. The name alone is synonymous with infectious energy, boundary-pushing fashion, and a musical talent that has captivated the world. As a global superstar, nearly every facet of his life is under a microscope, and perhaps none more so than his romantic entanglements. The public's fascination with Harry Styles' dating history is a testament to his enduring appeal and the deep connection fans feel to his journey. This article will delve into the known and rumored relationships that have shaped the narrative of Harry Styles' personal life, examining them not just as tabloid fodder, but as potential reflections of his growth, priorities, and evolving public persona.
By Queen f5 months ago in Beat
Mark And Lard Are The Shirehorses
Introduction The songs of the Shire Horses are rewrites of chart hits filled with swearing and innuendo and so are not for children (though I was using profanity before I was ten).
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
A Song Of Vocal Tales
Introduction Almost every piece I publish on Vocal has a piece of music to go with it. I used to have a Facebook page called "For Everything In My Life There Is A Song" and very often when I read stories, a song or piece of music will come to mind.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
The Wisdom Of Frank Zappa. Content Warning.
Introduction In my Vocal posts, I often mention Frank Zappa, his music and his words. You can read some of these stories here.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
An Anatomical Playlist
The Intro I was listening to some songs, and "Magic Man" by Heart came on. I thought that could be an interesting theme for a playlist, featuring parts of the body in either the song title or the band name. I will probably miss a lot, but I am just going to dive in and see where this takes me.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
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
Josie and the Pussycats turn 25. AI-Generated.
25 years ago, Joise and the Pussycats, based on the Archie comic, premiered in theatres making it a cult hit despite the film critics criticizing the film. This nostalgic Y2K film is ahead of its time.
By Gladys W. Muturi6 months ago in Beat
A Journey Worth Leaving Behind
“And a headstrong stubborn man Only works it out the best he can” — Journey, “After the Fall” I remember being impressed when my aunt told me she had seen a Beatles concert in New York City. One does not have to be a fan of their music to recognize their impact on rock music and popular culture. I imagined it must have been extraordinary to witness one of their live performances.
By Carl J. Petersen6 months ago in Beat
The Music of The Glacier
Falling Into Sigur Rós I once heard the music of Sigur Rós described as glacial, but in a very positive way. The band hail from Reykjavík, Iceland so that is probably not an unexpected description. All their songs are sung entirely in the constructed language Hopelandic (or Vonlenska in Icelandic)., but sound absolutely beautiful.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 6 months ago in Beat