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My Exclusive Interview With Kirstie Gregory
Some songwriters can do it all, and Kirstie Gregory's not the type to limit herself to one genre. From folksy tracks to soft, ethereal vocals, her discography covers a wide range of subjects, genres and moods, making her a versatile artist who can tackle any assignment you give her. Essentially, there's something for everybody--and once you've learned about her process, check out her full-length album, This Is The End, to hear the full spectrum of her talents.
By Kaitlin Shanks2 days ago in Beat
My Exclusive Interview With Chloe Drallos. Top Story - September 2026.
With Western-inspired aesthetics and dark, unsettling videos, Chloe Drallos doesn't just release albums: she builds a surreal world with mysterious figures, Americana imagery and echoing vocals that make you imagine a cowgirl riding alone at sunset. Her latest record, The Cave , is a haunting addition to her discography. In this interview, I learned more about The Cave , her conglomerate (it's not what you think!) and how she used her influences to shape the Acid Western genre.
By Kaitlin Shanks16 days ago in Beat
September Blues
I’ve always said that music isn’t just a harmonic tune that you love listening to for your enjoyment. Music is the very soundtrack to life itself. Music speaks not only to every person, but to every major point in history. With the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks tomorrow, these are some of the best songs that captured the very meaning of that fateful September morning that changed the world.
By Joe Patterson29 days ago in Beat
Tears For Saint Dolly
The passing of Dolly Parton has, predictably, triggered an avalanche of synchronised grief, moving the public to lower its flags and elevate a pop culture icon into an unassailable saint. For over half a century, Dolly enjoyed a religious-type immunity from standard human scrutiny. Protected by an impenetrable, thick armour of rhinestone empathy and hillbilly charm, she became a universal surrogate mother to the marginalised. She lived and left behind a legacy built on a brilliant paradox: a deeply artificial facade that somehow manufactured the most authentic emotional validation of modern times.
By Alyson Smith about a month ago in Beat
When Death Takes Someone You Love
Loss has a strange way of changing the meaning of everything around us. A familiar song, an empty chair, a certain time of day, even a patch of sunlight can suddenly become connected to someone who is no longer there. Music cannot undo loss, but it can give shape to feelings that are often too complicated to explain. Two songs by Thorne Empire, “Still With You” and “Gone Without A Word,” approach that experience from very different directions: one searches for presence after death, while the other sits directly inside the wound of absence.
By Thorne Empireabout a month ago in Beat
My Tribute to Honor Dolly Parton
When Richmond’s local news stations invited Virginians to share photos and memories in honor of Dolly Parton, I was inspired to do so. It wasn’t just nostalgia I felt. It was recognition — the kind that rose from deep places within me. Dolly touched the lives of millions, including mine. That's why I offer a tribute stitched together with the very threads she gave us: her songs, her stories, and her unmistakable spirit.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Beat
Wings of a Dove
A gospel song is a type of Christian music that conveys messages of faith, hope, and salvation, often characterized by its uplifting lyrics and powerful vocal delivery. The term 'gospel' itself refers to the 'good news' of salvation through Jesus Christ, which is a central theme in these songs. Gospel songs typically focus on faith, redemption, and the love of God, reflecting core Christian beliefs. They often incorporate strong harmonies and powerful vocals, blending elements from various genres like blues, jazz, and folk.
By Rasma Raisters2 months ago in Beat
Exploring the Music of GreenHouse 2
The Exploration For about 25 years my musical partner, Jose, and I had taken different paths. He joined a new band called Hundred Acre Wood, and I formed a hard rock band called the Thunder Lizards and then sang with a Gospel choir.
By Rick Henry Christopher 3 months ago in Beat
Oasis Is Genius!
Let's take a look at the Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel, and just why they are the best that BritPop had to offer. Maybe someone of you are celebrating England's advance in the World Cup to the Group of 16. Maybe some of you are fans and have taken the time to either go to the games, or watch the videos I've seen of Brits singing along to Oasis' ''Wonderwall''. It is always a joy to see how one song can unite so many people, even if you don't feel like anybody feels the way you do...today...
By Kendall Defoe 3 months ago in Beat
