Elton John and His Amazing History
Elton John is an English singer-songwriter, author and philanthropist with a career spanning over five decades. As a musician he has sold more than 250 million records, making him one of the most successful recording artists in history. He has…
324How Contemporary Rock Has Evolved Since the 80s
When you think of rock music, images of leather-clad rockers from the 80s probably come to mind. After all, this decade had a particularly strong focus on this type of music. It’s no wonder that there are so many people who think that rock has…
278The Biggest Bands in Contemporary Rock
Contemporary rock is a broad genre that brings together many different subgenres. It’s also one of the most popular genres in contemporary music, with some of its bands having millions of fans worldwide. If you’re looking to get into this…
336The Impact of Nirvana in Today's Contemporary Rock Scene
The impact of Nirvana has been felt in virtually every corner of the music industry. The rise of grunge in the early ‘90s gave way to a new generation of rock bands that were much less glossed-up than those that had come before them. These…
316The Bands and British Contemporary Rock
With the rise of American rock bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam back in the 1990s and the continuing success of bands such as The Foo Fighters and Red Hot Chili Peppers today, many people assume that modern rock music is a distinctly American…
256What Happened to The Happy Mondays?
The Happy Mondays were one of the most successful and influential bands to emerge from the Madchester scene in the late 1980s. They signed to Warner subsidiary Reprise Records and released their debut album in 1990, which reached number three on…
286Taylor Swift, her rise to Fame and Fortune
In the last decade, we have seen an unprecedented level of influence on social media and online platforms. The millennial generation has led to a spike in digital usage, as this generation is glued to their smartphones and social media accounts.…
344The Iconic Songs of Brooks & Dunn
Brooks & Dunn are the undisputed kings of the 1990s new country movement. Coming on the heels of their first album, 1991’s cowboy-themed “New Red Blood” brought them to the peak of their careers and influenced a new generation of country…
325Country and Westerns Biggest Selling Bands
Country music and Westerns are a mutual love for many. The two genres have grown popular over the last few decades and remain some of the most favorite music genres among fans. Both sub-genres of country music have produced legendary artists,…
309A Guide to Country Music in Japan
Japan has long been home to many ex-pat musicians and groups of all genres. From the blues and jazz that was so popular in the post-war period, to the EDM craze of the last decade, there have always been non-native musicians living and making…
334About Country Music Outside America
Country music is a genre that has grown in popularity over the last few decades. The music style itself has its roots firmly planted in American traditions and culture, but it has managed to expand to other parts of the world as well. In some…
298Is Metallica the biggest Metal Band?
It is not only the world’s biggest metal band but also the biggest band in general. Metallica has sold more albums than any other metal band and ranks among the top-selling artists of all time, with over 110 million album sales. In this…
437The Biggest American Metal Bands and in the U.S.
Heavy metal is a global phenomenon, but its strongest roots remain in the United States and Europe. The top American heavy metal bands continue to produce fantastic new music, appealing to old fans and winning over new ones. If you’re looking…
556British Culture and Heavy Metal Music
Heavy metal is a cultural phenomenon that has its roots buried deep in the soil of Western culture. Heavy metal is not only about subverting the norm and challenging social norms, but also about preserving tradition. Heavy metal music has been…
432Our List of Original Metal Bands
Heavy metal is an extremely broad genre. It incorporates many different subgenres and has been around for almost as long as rock music has existed. There are so many bands that have come to prominence in the world of heavy metal, and there are…
450The Biggest and Influential Heavy Metal Songs
Heavy metal is a genre that has grown and expanded in many different ways over the past 40 or so years. While it might not be as popular as other genres of music, heavy metal certainly isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Now, heavy metal has…
411The Biggest Heavy Metal Bands in History
Heavy metal music is a genre that has exploded in popularity over the years. Current heavy metal bands have widespread global appeal and are becoming more popular than ever. With some of the biggest bands seeing a resurgence in attention (thanks…
493The Birth of Heavy Metal Music
Heavy metal music has grown a lot in the last few decades. It is now one of the most popular genres, and millions of people listen to it every day. However, heavy metal wasn’t always that way. It used to be quite different from what it is…
522The Relation Between Heavy Metal and Thrash
Thrash metal emerged in the 1980s as a response to the growing popularity of heavy metal, punk rock and other aggressive underground music. As thrash grew more popular, it became clear that thrash was, in fact, its own unique subgenre. It has…
488The Queen of R & B is Aretha Franklyn
Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul, is one of the greatest singers of all time. Her unique vocal range and soulful voice have made her one of the most influential singers in American music. Aretha Franklin was born on March 25th, 1942…
275The Legend Marvin Gaye had a Huge Struggle with Depression
Marvin Gaye is known as one of the most influential and talented artists in music history. His music not only created a lasting impact on the R&B genre but also sparked inspiration for future generations of creative minds. However, there was…
288Prince was The Real Prince of R & B
There is a fine line between genius and madness. That line often exists only in the eye of the beholder, who is usually an artist. From time to time, however, a person soars above and beyond anyone else’s imagination because they are ahead of…
289R & B made Michael Jackson The King of Pop
Michael Jackson is the King of Pop and one of the best-selling artists in history. His revolutionary music and dance style have inspired the world and changed the landscape of popular culture forever. As a child, Michael was a fan of music,…
312Ray Charles was Blind but a Not Blind to Music
Ray Charles was a legendary singer, songwriter, pianist, and recording artist. He is one of the most influential and successful blues and rhythm and blues (R&B) performers of the 20th century. He is also known as the “Father of Modern Blues”…
317The Godfather of Soul is James Brown
James Brown was the Godfather of Soul, not B.B. King, who is often mistakenly given that title. Brown is universally recognized as the greatest and most influential frontman in the history of popular music, and he was also one of its most…
295The Musical Life of Sam Cooke
Sam Cooke’s musical life is remarkable. It’s a story of rags to riches and back again, a man who reinvented himself as an artist and went on to become one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music. In his short life, Sam Cooke…
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Hippies and the Woodstock Music Festival
Music Festivals in The Sixties
The Biggest Pop Music Bands in the Sixties
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