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Luke Bryan Hosts Giveaway with Uno to Celebrate the Release of Born Here Live Here Die Here Deluxe
American Idol judge, Luke Bryan has teamed up with global toy brand Uno to give out a limited number of custom-themed decks to celebrate the release of his new deluxe album. He announced the partnership on his Apple Music party barn radio show. Luke will be gifting fans with decks as a thank you for their support on the album.
Jennifer BarnesPublished 3 years ago in BeatStrong Women & Angsty Anthems
Born neatly between Generation X and Generation Y (aka Millenials) my teenage years were filled with the raw angst of grunge rock. While most girls were listening to Britney Spears and the Spice Girls, I was jamming to Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Rage Against the Machine and a few originals in my rock band, Anubis.
Nadia CowperthwaitePublished 3 years ago in BeatChristina Aguilera Made Me Bisexual
I recently rewatched a video of Christina Aguilera belting for 20 seconds straight her highest note in her underwear in front of 20,000 people on stage, with only skulls and bones protecting her P8SSY and a tiny sequined bra covering her chi-chi's at 21 years old. She would sing the chorus in black leather boots, Amazing, then turn around to the crowd and yank her thong with her fingers making it go deeper into her skin. I remember feeling pain in that area from just watching her as an 11-year-old. 'Why did she do that?' I remember thinking innocently. 'Was it necessary...a part of her performance... her management?' The whole stage was also lit up like an exclusive private club BSDM cave for the rich and bored. Her backup dancers had mascara running down their cheeks, rhinestones all over their bodies, and the men only wear pants with black leather straps for shirts. What world were they allowing children to enter into at such a young age... performing at the VMA's..MTV'S etc? Even if just through the imagination and performance of their favorite 'pushed forward' artists. There is so much talent in her voice. So much power in just being who she is. Why does she need to - what I now see as a sexual manipulation - induce a state of trance and emotional confusion in her generation of worshippers? I personally did not know what was happening, until I was much older and found myself not attracted to the opposite sex, the same way I was 'phenomenally' attracted to Christina. I learned all her lyrics, followed her performances world tours, and magazine covers. I knew more about her, than about my own family to be honest. But then all of a sudden at the age when we discover sexual fantasy's and the power of that, I longed for someone with her poetic strength and talent, but also legs, hair, and basically body. I found myself in a strange position, because I never thought about women or love with a woman when I was younger, and it came unnaturally for me to do so. It felt sculpted through the pop star narrative and pushed on children who were idolizing their favorite artists - as their taught to - but simply weren't ready for the subconscious programming that came with the whole game of them partaking in the narrative or worshippers and followers of their favorite pop stars own belief's and tastes. I don't understand why they had to undress her before us, when she was greatly talented, had an impeccable vocal range, and could have been the Edith Paif, Nina Simone, or a spiritual poet of our generation. Right before she basically quit, Christina released 'Not Myself Tonight' where she appeared with a black rhinestoned ball gag in her mouth with spears sticking out of her throat off the first shot, and the rest acted out her dominatrix fantasy where the whole world revolves around her. Is this the attitude to pass onto your children? I love that women love other women! I am all for LGBT, free love, and universal awareness. But was I a part of a cult ritual run by a pop star dressed in leather panties on stage as I see in BDSM now, when I was growing up? Why are young women who want to be famous today, subjected to the punishment of being sex magnets, instead of representing normal women who walk in society? Is it to induce a fantasy... or to induce obedience? Christina Aguilera made me bisexual, but she also made me think deeply about my childhood, for the first time.... in a verrry loooooong time.
Anna ZarwyndePublished 3 years ago in BeatGN'R
When I was 15-years-old, there was something about the rock band Guns N' Roses that connected with my soul immediately. I remember being introduced to the band's rock music in the early 1990s. My cousin Keith had the "Appetite for Destruction" album and we listened to it over and over again. We would sneak out away from our family gatherings and listen to explicit lyrics that our parents considered "inappropriate." We would make sure to be out of ear shot in order to be able to vocalize all of the inappropriate words. Guns N' Roses was rock music, and it was meant to be played loud. Keith and I would belt out "Welcome to the Jungle!" as we imitated Axl Rose's identifiable voice. I thought Axl was incredible to watch as a lead singer. He was a loose cannon and was sometimes displayed aggressive behaviors, but I admired him for some reason and his music brought something out of me. He sings from his heart, and no matter what someone is singing, I cannot help but listen. Axl spoke to me in those days with some of his lyrics. I was a teenager, and I felt that the world never seemed to give me a fair shake because of my age. I did not have the confidence that Axl had to fight back in song, but it somehow comforted me to know that someone else felt the same angst. Aside from Axl Rose, one particular band member of GN'R always caught my attention more than the rest of the group. Slash, the lead guitarist, became a significant influence in my life. He wore his signature black top hat atop his long curly black hair. His hair covered much of his face and he frequently wore mirrored sunglasses. He would frequently be seen with a cigarette hanging from his mouth while jamming on the electric guitar. He was the epitome of cool to me for some reason. I played the flute, and was a strong musician, as I had played since I was in the third grade. I knew that I had the ability to play that guitar like Slash, but always dreamt of standing on stage and inspiring others with impressive riffs. I can play easily "by ear," and even messed around with a guitar early in my life and learned a few chords. My girl friends were all listening to boy bands and top 40 hits, and I wanted desperately to be a lead guitarist just like Slash. It was as if Slash did not care in the least what others thought, and was totally incognito. When playing the guitar it appears he is making love, and his passion for music is evident and written all over his face. Even only seeing his lips, he is puckering and almost talking to his guitar as he effortlessly plays. He is an incredible guitar soloist. When the band would pose for their poster photos, many of which hung from my wall when I was a young girl, Slash was the chill guy. I could imagine how incredible it would be to play guitar like that, while captivating and exciting a large audience. To this day, his guitar solos make me close my eyes and revisit my dreams of being a confident musician, playing rock music and inspiring a large crowd of onlookers.
Christine Lynne NollPublished 3 years ago in BeatThe Rise and Fall of Jim Morrison
The Rise and Fall of Jim Morrison Some would say it all started in July 1965. America was in a fragile state, in the midst of the Vietnam War. It was a time of confusion, yet also a time of revolutionary change. It was a time when people were yearning to find their purpose on this big, beautiful planet.
JOHN DENVER
Henry John Deutschendorf Jr. was brought into the world on December 31, 1943, in Roswell, New Mexico, to Captain (later Lt Col) Henry John "Dutch" Deutschendorf Sr. (1920–1982),[9] a United States Army Air Forces pilot positioned at Roswell AAF, and his significant other, Erma Louise (née Swope; 1922–2010). A long time later, as a Major[10] in the U.S. Aviation based armed forces, Deutschendorf Sr. set three speed standards in the B-58 Hustler plane and acquired a spot in the Air Force Hall of Fame.[11] He met and wedded his "Oklahoma Sweetheart".[12][13][14]
A Place To Escape
To get away from the world and zone out I lock myself into my room and turn up my music. It was either Real Country 97.9 or various artists.
Kierra MaronPublished 3 years ago in BeatInside The Mind Of Nicki Tha Great
Poughkeepsie Born and New Jersey Raised Vocalist Nicki Tha Great has been living and breathing music since she could remember. For some, music is a hobby, or a pastime, but for Nicki, it’s a lifestyle and her greatest passion in life. Nicki Tha Great’s music carries a timeless feeling to it, and immerses the listener fully into the talented artist’s creative mind. Nicki delivers never ending innovative sounds accompanied with unmatched cinematic visuals, showcasing that this is Nicki’s world, and we’re just living in it.
Alaska GreyPublished 3 years ago in BeatVocal creators learn a lesson from Michael Jackson
Writing is an art form and those who create with the pen or the click of the keyboard are artists. There is much that we can glean from the life and death of entertainer Michael Joseph Jackson. In the movie, "The Jackson's an American Dream' there is a scene where an 18 year old Michael is talking with his mother Katherine. He tells her how the music just keeps coming to him, especially in the wee hours of the night. If you are a natural-born writer you have probably experienced story ideas coming to you at any point during a 24 hour day. If you are not where you can begin creating an article you can at least get it started. If you are not near your laptop you can used your cell phone to at least get the title and perhaps a few lines in print and work on it later.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in BeatDonny Osmond continues to inspire
Donald Clark Osmond was born on December 9, 1957. and is a singer, dancer, former teen idol, actor, and television host. During the 1970s he became a heartthrob while performing with four of his older brothers as The Osmonds. The singing family got their start thanks to the father of singer Andy Williams. Jay Emerson Williams saw four of the Osmond Brothers Alan, Wayne, Merrill, and Jay perform as a barbershop quartet on a Disneyland television special, and the brothers were invited to audition for The Andy Williams Show.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in BeatMarlon Jackson then and now
When Michael Jackson passed away in 2009, some of his younger fans said they were not aware that he was black and did not associate him with the famous singing siblings from the 1970s. This article is to acquaint those who don’t know with his brother Marlon who was one year older than the king of pop. Marlon David Jackson was born on March 12, 1957, at St Mary's Mercy Hospital in Gary, Indiana as the sixth of 9 children belonging to Joseph and Katherine Jackson. He and his twin brother, Brandon, were several weeks premature and Brandon died 24 hours after their birth. Later Marlon said he was especially close to Michael and considered him as a replacement for his deceased twin.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in BeatRandy Jackson then and now
The Jackson 5 officially became a group in 1965 with brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael. Some fans may have believed that the other siblings have accomplished nothing on their own in recent years and were hanging on to Michael's coat tail but this is not true. Consider Randy, the youngest brother who was not allowed to join his siblings at this time because of his age. Seven Randall Jackson was born October 29, 1961 and is the youngest Jackson brother and the second-youngest Jackson child with his sister Janet Jackson being number 9. Randy first appeared with the J5 live in concert during a 1971 Christmas show that was held for blind children.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in Beat