Leonardo da Vinci once said that water is the driving force of all nature. So, we have come to adopt the phrase, “water is life.” For creative minds, water does not have to be literal in meaning; it can carry deep metaphorical messages. Lyrics do not even have to mention water since it could be…
My Morning Jacket is an American band from Louisville, Kentucky. It was formed in 1998 and is still active, specializing in genres of Indie rock, psychedelic rock, jam, alternative country, art rock, Southern rock, and Americana. Today the group members include Jim James, Bo Koster, Patrick Hallahan, Tom Blankenship, and Carl Broemel. Former members were…
2001 was a year in which music fans enjoyed some of the greatest musical hits. That year, numerous artists released popular songs, often featured in movies, television shows, and commercials. Any music fan will love a mixtape of popular hits dropped in 2001. They were incredible and are still relevant to this day. This article…
Die Antwoord is a South African alternative hip-hop band comprising rappers Ninja and Yo-Landi Vi$$er, along with DJ Hi-Tek and Lil2Hood. They are known for their controversial appearances and music videos, often featuring surrealist imagery. They base their image on the South African counterculture movement known as zef. This group genre of music includes rave,…
The music scene in the 80s was very different than it is today. There were no digital downloads or streaming services, so the only way to listen to music was through the radio or by buying records. And this made the Billboard charts very important, as they were the best way to see what songs…
Songwriters use the word girl in their songs to express feelings of love, independence, power, aggression, empathy, and passion, among others. They try to encourage every young woman and girl to be their person and to stand out. They need to face the world and do whatever goal they have without giving in to the…
North Carolina is a state rich in history and culture, and its music scene is no different. From the blues of Piedmont to the bluegrass of the mountains, North Carolina has produced some of the most influential and iconic musicians of all time. And while there are too many great songs about North Carolina to…
Laura Ann Branigan was an incredible singer, songwriter, and actress from the U.S. Laura experienced immense success from her two hit songs, “Gloria” and “Self-Control.” Her hit song “Gloria” stayed on the U.S Billboard Hot 100 for 36 weeks straight and peaked at number two. The song hit other countries, reaching number one in Australia…
Rock music is one of the most popular genres in the world. It is often characterized by strong beats, electric guitar, electric bass, and many more. Rock music’s unique identity sets it apart from other music genres. Listening to rock music is an experience like no other. In the year 1983, there were lots of…