Author: Thomas Newman

Kings of Leon is an American band that was formed in Nashville, Tennessee, and is composed of three preachers’ sons and their cousin. The band’s sound initially featured a scruffy sound with a mix of…

Every band has those tracks that aren’t similar to others but you can still jam to them. These ten songs from Miami Florida reggae-rock group Nonpoint would balance out any playlist. This band has been…

For years, Waylon Jennings was one of the most prolific names in country music. Even people who didn’t listen to country music were at least aware of his name. For those that follow the genre,…

Keith Urban is one of the music industry’s most versatile individuals. While he usually sings country songs, he can and does lend his talents to other genres of music from time to time. He has…

From Long Beach, California, comes an American ska punk band known as Sublime. Its member roster consisted of Bradley Nowell as the lead vocalist who also played guitar, as well as drummer Bud Gaugh, and…

An American contemporary Christian band from Edmond, Oklahoma, MercyMe gained mainstream recognition in 2001 with their debut album “Almost There,” which peaked at number 37 on the “Billboard” 200 and number 1 on the “Billboard”…

Progressive rock, also known as prog rock, is one of the many subgenres of rock and roll. Complex, ambitious and thought provoking, progressive rock utilizes whatever tools deemed necessary to create the desired effects. In…

Over the past two decades, Jason Aldean has converted millions of fans to his particular brand of “Bro-Country.” To date, he’s released nine albums, most of which have certified platinum, and 35 singles, 23 of…

Kendrick Lamar was born in a largely impoverished and violent city, as often portrayed in the media. His parents had relocated to Compton to flee a violent environment in Chicago. As a teenager, he sought…