humanity
Humanity topics include pieces on the real lives of music professionals, amateurs, inspiring students, celebrities, lifestyle influencers, and general feel good human stories in the music sphere.
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
KENDRICK LAMAR AND THE LAST BASTION OF AMERICAN ARTISTRY . Content Warning.
It was never going to be a fair fight. The moment Kendrick Lamar was announced as the Super Bowl halftime act, the battlefield was already soaked in gasoline, waiting for a single spark. And oh, what a glorious, roaring blaze it was.
By L.K. Rolan11 months ago in Beat
Healing Through Harmony: A Spontaneous Jam Session.
In the midst of life's daily hustle and bustle, we often overlook the simple pleasures that bring us genuine joy. For me, that joy comes from music. Today, I had a spontaneous jam session that turned into something truly special – a cover of a beloved worship song by Michael W. Smith, with a verse that I wrote myself.
By Cathy (Christine Acheini) Ben-Ameh.12 months ago in Beat
A New Chapter Of My Life. Content Warning.
I am sharing this with you all because I am very excited! I have been on a rocky journey most of my life, with a hobby that started when I was two years old sitting on the potty, but sadly ended with my traumatising life of bullying and shattered childhood dreams; singing.
By Carol Ann Townend12 months ago in Beat
Songwriter Joe Pug
By Brian D'Ambrosio Joe Pug appreciates it when you listen – really listen – to his music. Pug is a singer-songwriter who is genuinely interested in your attention. And some of his recordings beckon it. Body language, word choice, tone of voice – you’ll be impressed at what you may have been missing. Indeed, seizing notice is one of the singer-songwriter's most challenging tasks – the interest of recording labels, new fans, or general curiosity in a cluttered genre. It requires a dizzying array of cleverness, strong lyrical content, and passion.
By Brian D'Ambrosio 12 months ago in Beat
The Sad Golden Rule in Music: White Can, BIPOC Can't
When I go out on walks, I tend to think about things, and it often leads me to a central point. One Friday afternoon, I was looking forward to AEW's Rampage program, and thinking about how I wasn't thrilled with Sammy Guevara, as I was still not over his horrendously misogynistic comments about Sasha Banks a year prior. This led me to think about Cam Newton's sexist comments about hard-working women, and as they entered my mind, I went, "See, this perpetuates the racist belief that Black men disrespect women, and it's why they say the same lie about rap music." Once I had that in my head, I came to a realization: there are quite a few racial double standards in the world of music.
By Clyde E. Dawkins12 months ago in Beat
Satsang's Drew McManus
By Brian D’Ambrosio Music put Drew McManus on the threshold of a changed life. Montana secured him there. Founder of the spiritual roots group Satsang, McManus once plummeted hard and deep into the dark pits of substance abuse. Luckily, he was able to discover those things that would help redirect his life from blight to bright.
By Brian D'Ambrosio 12 months ago in Beat
