80s music
The 80s were chockful of New Wave power ballads, synthesizers, drum machines, and no shortage of Madonna and Michael Jackson.
Top 15 Guitarists Who Revolutionized Tapping
Guitar tapping is one of those electrifying techniques that reshaped the landscape of guitar playing, injecting an element of flash, speed, and expression into solos and compositions alike. Born from early experimental sparks and refined into an art form, tapping involves using the fingers of the picking hand to sound notes directly on the fretboard, allowing for rapid-fire passages that would be nearly impossible to execute using traditional methods. Over the decades, a number of innovative guitarists have pushed this technique to its extremes, each leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. In this article, we’ll dive into the lives, techniques, and iconic tracks of the top 15 guitarists who revolutionized tapping.
By Guitarmetrics | Your One-Stop Hub for Guitar Lessons & Accessories11 months ago in Beat
AI, My Muse: Turning Life’s Moments Into Songs. AI-Generated.
There’s something magical about music. It has the power to take the raw emotions we feel deep inside and turn them into something beautiful, something everyone can connect with. But for me, as a musician, capturing those emotions in a song has always been a challenge. That is, until I found AI.
By Getu Hirpo11 months ago in Beat
Top 15 Guitarists Who Never Played a Lead Solo but Are Legendary
These artists have shaped entire genres with chord-driven riffs, innovative techniques, and an unyielding commitment to groove. They proved that a guitar player doesn’t have to step forward for a flashy solo to leave an indelible mark on music history. In this article, we explore 15 legendary guitarists who never played a lead solo in their signature roles, yet whose contributions have defined bands, influenced countless musicians, and continue to inspire generations.
By Guitarmetrics | Your One-Stop Hub for Guitar Lessons & Accessories11 months ago in Beat
Top 15 Guitarists Who Mastered the Slide Guitar
The slide guitar isn’t just about bending notes or gliding across strings — it’s about channeling raw emotion, storytelling without words, and keeping a musical tradition alive. Born in the heart of the blues, the slide guitar technique transformed the way musicians express their feelings. From smoky juke joints in the deep South to modern stages lit up by innovative performers, slide guitar has always been a language of its own.
By Guitarmetrics | Your One-Stop Hub for Guitar Lessons & Accessories11 months ago in Beat
Roberta Flack 1937 - 2025. Top Story - February 2025.
✨ Roberta Flack (February 10, 1937 – February 24, 2024) ✨ I remember the first time I heard Roberta Flack’s voice—or at least, the first time I truly noticed it. I was a 13-year-old boy in 1973, just at the beginning of my lifelong obsession with music. I played my little pocket-sized transistor radio day and night.
By Rick Henry Christopher 11 months ago in Beat
An Arboreal Playlist
Introduction In the seventies, I knew of a band called Trees but dismissed them as another folk band, but recently one of the Facebook groups I am in posted one of their songs and I was so impressed that I bought the fiftieth-anniversary collection above, and have been mightily impressed by their work, and given the live songs on here they are still with us in some form (with more original members that the Human League).
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 11 months ago in Beat
Top 15 Country Guitarists Who Defined the Genre
Country music has long been a melting pot of storytelling, emotion, and distinctive instrumentation. Central to its sound is the guitar — a versatile instrument that has helped define the genre from its humble beginnings in rural America to its modern, polished productions. Over the decades, a select group of guitarists have not only showcased technical brilliance but also shaped the sound of country music through innovation, passion, and artistry. In this article, we’ll explore the lives and legacies of the top 15 country guitarists who defined the genre, examining how their unique approaches and groundbreaking techniques continue to inspire musicians today.
By Guitarmetrics | Your One-Stop Hub for Guitar Lessons & Accessories11 months ago in Beat
Challenges Faced When Choosing a Career in Music
Welcome to the Richard Hovan’s Blog. He loves to play musical instruments. Let’s discuss his views on choosing a career in music. In the previous parts of the blog, we discussed success, professional recognition, and the energy professionals should possess. We also examined the invaluable world of training, tasted the traditional chores of musical roles, and came across some useful advice to extend your musical profession. However, Richard Hovan concentrated mainly on description to illustrate every possibility in terms of careers and courses in music. His advice can have a positive impact on your music career.
By Richard Hovan11 months ago in Beat
Top 15 Psychedelic Rock Guitarists Who Blew Our Minds
Psychedelic rock isn’t just a genre — it’s a portal into another dimension. Emerging from the swirling mists of the 1960s, this musical style broke free of convention and redefined what a guitar could say. It’s about textures, experimental tones, and extended jams that transport you to sonic landscapes beyond everyday life. Today, we’re taking a deep dive into 15 guitarists who dedicated themselves to the art of psychedelic exploration — artists whose work is almost inseparable from the genre itself. Along with a look at their unique contributions, we’re also highlighting some of their most famous psychedelic tracks that continue to captivate listeners across generations.
By Guitarmetrics | Your One-Stop Hub for Guitar Lessons & Accessories11 months ago in Beat
A Night of Nostalgia: SNL's 50th Anniversary Homecoming Concert
Cher Glows at SNL's 50th Anniversary Homecoming Concert The air was electric with nostalgia and anticipation. Saturday Night Live (SNL), the legendary late-night comedy sketch program, was marking its historic 50th anniversary. The "SNL 50th Anniversary Homecoming Concert" featured a star-studded lineup of alumni, musical performers, and comedy legends, all set to honor the show that had defined American comedy for five decades. And in this galaxy of stars, one star shone especially bright: Cher.
By Sikandar prasad11 months ago in Beat
