dance
"Dance; the hidden language of the soul."
Disco Covers of Classic Songs
Disco music became all the rage in 1974 and remained extremely popular through 1979. The majority of these disco hits were originals such as "Last Dance" by Donna Summer" and "Stayin'" Alive" by The BeeGees. But to be certain there were tons of songs on the dance charts that were remakes of classic rock and pop songs. Here we explore some of those Disco Covers of Classic Songs.
By Rick Henry Christopher 4 years ago in Beat
The Art of Feeling Alive With Medicinal Music. Top Story - November 2021.
Ecstatic Dance is a movement. It’s where a community of spiritually enlightened individuals come together to express themselves through the art of dance. The therapeutic sounds of Ecstatic Dance have intentions of empowering people from all walks of life to surrender, quiet the mind, and become in tune with their soul connection.
By Susie Pinon4 years ago in Beat
The Monster Bash: It's my party and I'll Jam like I want to! (Ultimate Halloween Playlist)
Before I begin, it's important to mention that my birthday is the day before Halloween. It is also important to mention, that I absolutely love the "Horror" genre, and believe Halloween songs should actually be included in the selection of songs chosen for a Halloween party.
By Adrianne Kirksey4 years ago in Beat
a modern graveyard smash
When I hear graveyard smash, my first thought is of the music at the Halloween party the kids' parents went to in Disney's Hocus Pocus. This playlist though, contains music different than what we've been accustomed to over the years, the '90s especially. Music and horror have evolved, and the slow, dark and heavy beats that follow reflect just that. These songs are sure to get you moving, ladies and vamps, so grab your tequila and turn this up underneath the moon. Happy Halloween ya freaks!
By justine taylor4 years ago in Beat
Ultimate Halloween Bash
When I think of hosting the ultimate Halloween party, I instantly think about the music that should be played. Music can make or break a party, and this is very true for a Halloween party. The music is what helps set the mood as well as the way the location of the party looks. For example, if the party is in a graveyard, songs that are low in tone and spooky are perfect to set the mood.
By Elizabeth Townsend4 years ago in Beat
I FEEL GHOSTS AROUND
With Halloween, it is a time to embody your wild and mischievous side, as this playlist is meant to encourage. This selection is a myriad of rock, and other genres that will make people want to dance at a late night Halloween party. My first song,"black sheep" by "Clash at Demonhead", is inspired by that feeling of wanting to become the guitar; become the vibrations of the chords, as you feel the tempo climbing. I want people to feel inclined to party, in their favourite, most empowering costume. That's why my next song is from a superhero movie, with relatively no lyrics. People create the words with their dancing, and essentially create their own lyrics, from the beat. The third song, is a classic by Iron Maiden, "fear of the dark". The title may be enough, to invoke a spooky feeling, but the album art acheives this even better. The fourth song is about "ghosting", referring to when someone doesn't show romantic interest in you anymore, and ignores your text messages...indefinitely. That is rather scary to some people...ha ha. But I chose the song, specifically to further the dancing mood, because it has a playful edge. Then this leads into the next high intensisty rock song, Zombie, by the Cranberries. This, I find, is oddly empowering. It's not just a great song to rock out to. Telling people that they are acting like zombies, is a way of subtly bringing down the vibe of my playlist. To make people think for a moment, and stop behaving like a sluggish zombie, if they are. So that they can truly enjoy themselves, and have a great Halloween. I also like that in the music video, there are unique outfits, and body paint, which I think more Halloween costumes should look like. Like they are showing off a work of art. So, as the playlist dipped in tempo for this song, it rises again with the sixth masterpiece. This is a personal favourite of mine, from the movie "The Corpse Bride", called "remains of the day". Tim Burton's unique animation style, has an interesting affect on me. Because the animation can feel creepy, and simultaneoulsy not creepy at all. This is a funny song, and great to force out certain dance moves, that you didn't know you would think about expressing. The next song is by "The Smashing Pumpkins". Their song, "tonight, tonight", has a romantic quality to it, other then the theme of the music video. Although the smashing pumpkins are formally known as an alternative rock band, this has a romantic feeling to it. But I don't necessarily see the meaning of this song is as an ode to romantic couples. People can feel this way by themselves, or with friends, when the night and the stars are so beautiful, that it brings romantic feelings out in you. That's how I want people to experience Halloween through this song, it's a special day, and night. My final song, is actually a female cover, of the song "this is halloween" from the movie "The Nightmare Before Christmas". This was an unexpected version to find, and just like Halloween, new and unexpected experiences/situations can arise, because people are being a bit more adventurous and playful. Or letting their imagination roam, creates a new and unexpected experience. I hope to be able to play this for people I know, because I think it is something that inspires people to let go of old habits. Halloween is a time period when the veil between the invisible world, and the visible world, thins. People actually have purported seeing ghosts around this time, and connecting with them. Everything can change on this day/night, when you are simply aware of the possibility that ghosts might reveal themselves to you.
By Laura Lidster4 years ago in Beat
Shake Your Skele-bones
I'll be the first to admit I'm an absolute scardey-cat. I, for one, cannot handle any type of suspense or gore. I do my best to make it through your typical Blaire-Witch-Esque movie, but I almost always end up watching it through the cracks in my fingers.
By A.R. Zeller4 years ago in Beat
She Braced, Channeled, and Danced
She was at a party. In fact, it was her tenth birthday party. Her aunts, uncles, cousins, and older siblings came out to New Jersey from New York, and her friends from all over the 22-acre apartment complex joined in for the fun. The adults were enjoying the music, conversation, and food, while the neighborhood boys stirred up trouble and the girls giggled and gossiped – when they weren’t joining in whatever mayhem the boys were getting into. She felt a sense of giddy blissfulness the entire time, until she heard the dreaded words from one of her friends. “Let’s have a dance contest!” Why? Just, why? Weren’t they having enough fun already? The audacity of Kira to suggest a dance contest at Janelle’s birthday party. Janelle quickly devised a plan to thwart the dance contest. Just as excitement for the neighborhood dance contest was building, she shouted, “Hey! How about we have a spelling bee instead?” Yes – a spelling bee would work. See, Janelle could spell. As a straight-A student, Janelle could compete academically across any subject, really. But if there was one thing she could not do, it was dance. Her inability to dance was not from lack of effort. Seeing her struggle, friends and family would give the unhelpful advice to, “feel the beat.” Processing that piece of advice is what most would feel like if being asked to interpret hieroglyphics (barring Egyptologists). Janelle looked around to gauge how others were taking to her brilliant diversion, confident that there would be no need for her to embarrass herself on her own birthday. The party chatter stopped, and the children and adults alike exchanged incredulous and confused glances at each other. In those glances, they came to an unspoken agreement that they would ignore the birthday girl’s inane suggestion and carry on with the dance contest. At this defeat, she drew in a deep breath. She braced herself; she channeled the strength; and she danced.
By Cha Doring4 years ago in Beat
Bobby Doll
Bobby Newberry, best known for choreographing music videos for Eminem, Nicki Minaj and Missy Elliot, is busting a move today in the music video for his own summer jam, “Ride.” The song is a feel-good track he co-wrote about taking chances and chasing after life’s wildest dreams.
By Ben Nelson5 years ago in Beat
Romantic and Classical Ballets
The ballet as known today was a development from the entertainments devised for the court of King Louis XIV of France in the 17th and 18th centuries. These involved a range of skills, including dance, mime and music, performed by heavily costumed dancers. Over time, the costumes became less cumbersome and the movements defined and codified, so that by the early 19th century ballets were being performed that would be recognised as such today.
By John Welford5 years ago in Beat
