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Iconic moments in music history.
Top 10 Influential Artists Who Were Never U.S. Chart Toppers
In the world of music, you don't have to crack the top of the charts to be influential (though, let's face it, it doesn't hurt). In fact, some of the most influential music acts either never charted at all or rarely made it to the Top 40 in the United States. Only a few artists on this list eventually became successful in their own right decades later or, in one case, posthumously, but they all either influenced other musicians or charted new paths in musical genres without becoming major U.S. chart toppers.
By Cynthia C. Scott3 years ago in Beat
Nuggets
Introduction When I work from home I listen to a lot of music over a lot of genres. Because of my age I listen to music that was released way before some of my friends were born, but then again I listen to a lot of music that was released before I was born so just because music is not “of your time” does not mean you should not listen to it.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Beat
Surprised That Adidas Has Not Dropped Kanye West? The Dark History Of Adidas Might Explain Why
I'm sure that as of late, everyone has heard the latest commentary from rapper Kanye West (aka, Ye). Ye's commentary surrounding the Jewish community, political communities, and the Black community has raised a lot of concern for not only the impact of these statements, but what it means in regards to his endorsements and sponsors.
By Jenika Enoch3 years ago in Beat
Music as a Healing Force in Ancient and Medieval Africa
The ancient Kemite Sages instituted tight controls on theatre and music because they understood indulgence in inappropriate entertainments was known to cause mental agitation and undesirable behaviors. Famous ancient Greek Philosopher and student of the Ancient Kemetian Mysteries, Pythagoras wrote that the ancient Kemites place particular attention to the study of music.
By Darryl C. Richie3 years ago in Beat
Ivy Queen, the first female Reggaeton artist
As you may know it is National Hispanic Heritage Month or Latin American Heritage Month. In this article, this is the story of Puerto Rican female artist that dominated the Reggaeton music genre long before Becky G,Karol G, and Anitta were born.
By Gladys W. Muturi3 years ago in Beat
Thriller Villa
The Arrival In the dead of a winter night in late 2006, not far from downtown Las Vegas, a shining black Cadillac Escalade pulled off a major boulevard onto a darkened side street, heading with purpose down the lane. Two hefty body guards in the front seats eyed the terrain, as the vehicle sped past custom homes on ample lots, toward a large private compound. In back, three sleepy children and their father, a man of vast wealth.
By Jonathan Warren3 years ago in Beat
From little Elvis Impersonator to Multi-Grammy Winner: The Story of Bruno Mars
Before he was a multi-Grammy Award Winner, he was young little four-year-old Elvis Presley impersonator that has stunned the world. After Little Elvis grew up, he was signed to Atlantic Records, making singles that became radio hits and became a phenomenal singer and songwriter that earned him 11 Grammy Award wins and 16 nominations being bigger than Elvis.
By Gladys W. Muturi3 years ago in Beat
Unforgettable Memories to Hongkongers: British Music in Hong Kong
In the United Kingdom, it is the mourning period after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest living monarch in the 20th century. Besides the United Kingdom, other British Commonwealth countries also have their mourning periods.
By Sharon Hong Kong3 years ago in Beat
