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Enya
I was touched like an Angel when I hear Enya’s voice, when I watched the movie Sweet November. Yes, I had a crush on Keanu Reeves. I got side track again. 🤦🏽♀️
Mariann CarrollPublished 2 months ago in BeatConsequences
Introduction In 1976 Kevin Godley and Lol Creme invented a device called a Gizmo that could expand the note played on a guitar, and change the sound generated to sound like among other things, violins and an orchestra.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 2 months ago in BeatMillennium Number Two
Introduction For my two thousandth Vocal Story, I am going to be a little lazy and create a playlist of songs that reference the number two thousand. You may know some, and some you may never have heard of.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 2 months ago in BeatThe Allure of Country Music
Country music, with its raw authenticity and soul-stirring narratives, stands as a beacon in the vast landscape of musical genres. The allure of country music lies in its ability to resonate with the deepest recesses of the human experience, capturing moments of joy, heartbreak, and the timeless essence of life. In this exploration, we delve into the simplicity and profound beauty that defines country music, uncovering the reasons behind its enduring appeal.
ONOFF Talk New Song, Upcoming Shows, and Much More
With ONOFF’s single, "What Matters Most," out now, we took some time to hear more from ONOFF. Read below to learn more about ONOFF, the story behind ONOFF’s latest single, and what’s to come.
Meikhel PhilogenePublished 2 months ago in BeatEagles member and Rock & Roll hall of fame inductee, Joe Walsh
Joe Walsh, an iconic figure in American music history, has left an indelible mark on the rock music landscape through his multifaceted career spanning several decades. Born on November 20th, 1947, in Wichita, Kansas, Walsh's musical journey commenced in the late 1960s when he embarked on a path that would shape the course of rock music history.
Stephen FryerPublished 2 months ago in BeatUnveiling the Vibrant Nightlife of New York City
Welcome to the city that never sleeps, where the streets buzz with life, and the nightclubs pulse with energy till the break of dawn. New York City, with its eclectic blend of cultures and lifestyles, offers an unparalleled nightlife experience that caters to every taste and preference. Whether you're a fan of pulsating EDM beats or prefer the smooth melodies of jazz, there's a nightclub in the Big Apple waiting to whisk you away into a world of music, dance, and excitement.
What’s Inside The Grammys 2024 $36K Celebrity Gift Bag From Distinctive Assets
Music’s biggest night, the 66th Annual Grammy Awards aired on Sunday, February 4th from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. It was an evening filled with artists and entertainers from all genres. While the winners went home with a Grammy, the winners, nominees, and presenters were gifted with Distinctive Assets $36,000 swag bag.
Reese AlexanderPublished 2 months ago in BeatSongs My Ex Ruined Podcast: Memories Through Music
When someone says, "let's start a music podcast," that path can take multiple forks in the road. You can end up with a music podcast that's like a thousand others, only you think because you and your high school friend are on it, it's special. Or, your music podcast can be so arcane that only fans of 80s Hairband Grunge, quai-blue grass, jazz fusion, bubble gum rock will listen.
Frank RacioppiPublished 3 months ago in BeatIs 'One' By Metallica the Best Music Video of All Time?
I've developed a new YouTube/Tik Tok obsession, music reaction content. Whether it's Vocal Coaches reacting to the songs of my youth or Millennials and Gen-Z hearing a song I have loved for years for the first time and sharing their deeply emotional, intellectual, and honest reactions, I cannot get enough. I started with watching people react to Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody, a rollercoaster of a song and I became hooked on how I know what they are about to experience and they don't and imagining how they will react.
Sean PatrickPublished 3 months ago in Beat- Top Story - February 2024
Rate-O-Rama: California Girls
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Rick Henry ChristopherPublished 3 months ago in Beat Outkast (Big Boi & Andre3000)
They were high school best friends from Atlanta, Georgia. André Lauren Benjamin (Andre3000) and Antwan Andre Patton (BigBoi) both formed a hip-hop duo called "OutKast". The duo was signed with Arista Records and Laface Records making six albums and winning Grammys and huge music accolades until they went off their separate ways working on other projects.
Gladys W. MuturiPublished 3 months ago in Beat