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October's Spotlight on Mental Health: The Importance of Depression Screenings
October is a significant month for mental health awareness, with National Depression Awareness Month taking center stage. During this time, individuals, organizations, and communities come together to shed light on the critical issue of depression, a mental health disorder affecting millions globally. In the U.S. alone, depression affects around 17 million adults each year, and the numbers continue to rise. October serves as a reminder to prioritize mental health, recognize symptoms early, and take preventive measures such as depression screenings.
By Yuli Fradkinabout a year ago in Beat
Two Thousand Five Hundred Stories And A Million Words On Vocal
Introduction I don't know how to do this, well I do, because I am doing it. This is story number two thousand five hundred on Vocal. I write a lot of poetry and while some of my pieces have hit two thousand words, som have been as little as thirty, so if we say I average four hundred words a story then that is a million words.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Beat
Johnny Cash ‎– Bitter Tears - Ballads Of The American Indian
The Back Of The Album Introduction This album came to my attention, I have already forgotten how I saw it. It is sixty years old now and this is the first time I have come across.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Beat
Drake's Throne Shaken By Kendrick Lamar
The rap world has been abuzz with rumors of a brewing feud between two of its biggest stars, Drake and Kendrick Lamar. While the two artists have often been compared and contrasted, their relationship has generally been cordial. However, recent events have sparked speculation that the friendly rivalry may be turning into something more sinister.
By Kelly Munala Brookesabout a year ago in Beat
Nicki Minaj: A Hip-Hop Queen Reigning Supreme
Nicki Minaj, born Onika Tanya Maraj, is a Trinidadian-American rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and model. She is widely regarded as one of the most influential female rappers of all time, known for her versatility, lyrical prowess, and unique style. Minaj's journey to the top of the hip-hop world has been marked by both triumphs and challenges, but her unwavering determination and talent have solidified her status as a living legend.
By Kelly Munala Brookesabout a year ago in Beat
The Surprising Truth About Pop Music: Beyond the Beats and Lyrics. AI-Generated.
Pop music, with its catchy melodies and relatable lyrics, has dominated the music industry for decades. But beneath the surface of the catchy beats and infectious choruses lies a rich tapestry of stories, influences, and cultural significance. Let's delve into some surprising truths about pop music that you may never have known.
By Kelly Munala Brookesabout a year ago in Beat
The Emotional Power of Death in Music: How Songs Help Us Face Mortality
Music has always been an art form that touches the deepest parts of the human psyche, allowing individuals to explore a vast range of emotions. One of the most profound ways that music affects us is by addressing the concepts of mortality, death, and the fragile nature of life. Over the centuries, artists across genres have used death as a thematic focus in their music, crafting what can be called the "death track"—songs or compositions that tap into the collective consciousness surrounding death and loss. This "death track" in music serves as a bridge between the listener's emotions and the universal human experience of confronting mortality.
By PETER Jabout a year ago in Beat
Genre Wars: Hybridization vs. Influence in Modern Music
By Alex Elias of Dilemma (The following article is an opinion piece and contains my personal thoughts on the subject.) Genre; an arguably archaic ‘technical’ way of categorizing similar bodies of music so loosely defined and frequently altered that anyone claiming to be able to define one with perfect precision in 2024 is essentially declaring themselves a liar.
By Angela Tylerabout a year ago in Beat
A Second Harvest Playlist
Introduction This is a follow on from my lats Harvest playlist, hopefully managing to pick some less obvious, to me, songs from the label.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Beat
Slouching Towards Bethlehem
[Editor’s note: Joan Didion’s “Slouching Towards Bethlehem” was first published in the September 23, 1967, edition of the Post. We republish it here as part of our 50th anniversary commemoration of the Summer of Love. Scroll to the bottom to see this story as it appeared in the magazine.]
By Someoneabout a year ago in Beat
do you**Is Yoga Good for You? Exploring the Benefits and Science Behind This Ancient Practice**
**Is Yoga Good for You? Exploring the Benefits and Science Behind This Ancient Practice** Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years, originating in ancient India as a spiritual and physical discipline. In recent decades, it has gained immense popularity worldwide as a form of exercise and stress relief. But is yoga really good for you? Let's delve into the benefits and explore the scientific evidence supporting this age-old practice.
By Mohamed abdi Yusufabout a year ago in Beat
Elsa and Sonic: The Mystery of the Frozen Forest
Chapter One: The Frozen Forest Elsa and Sonic, their recent victory over Zorvath's spell fresh in their minds, found themselves in the presence of an extraordinary frozen forest. The trees within this mystical realm shimmered as if made of fine crystal, and peculiar glowing footprints dotted the icy ground.
By Mayaabout a year ago in Beat