Rap music’s origins were block parties in New York City. According to NPR, DJs started taking out the percussion lines from songs in the punk, disco, and soul genres and made them longer. Since they were the ones who kept the audience entertained during breaks between acts, they started to talk and rhyme over these…
Cam’ron, whose official name is Cameron Ezike Giles, is an American record label executive and rapper who began his career in the mid-1990s. Over the years, he has become an icon through his legendary rap songs. The 45-year-old is a multi-talented individual who has released both single rap music and has collaborated with some of…
Queensryche songs pushed the boundary of conventional metal. Their progressive style blending unique elements of composition and technical prowess. Albums such as Operation: Mindcrime held within it a dystopian narrative wrapped within a cloak of superb musical ability. As a band, they handily infused each album with epic soundscapes which effectively drew the listener in,…
Charlie Daniels is one of the most iconic and influential country artists in history. His songs are known for their rebellious spirit, patriotism, traditionalism, and southern rock sound. He has an extensive catalog of hits that spans over 50 years. The following list details the 10 best Charlie Daniels songs ever recorded: 10. Sweet Louisiana…
If you’re a fan of REO Speedwagon and are having trouble ranking what their best songs are, then we have the answer for you. The band has released many great songs over the years, but not all of them can make this list. We compiled our picks for the ten best REO Speedwagon songs to…
It’s practically impossible to have a conversation about the best producers in rap without mentioning 9th Wonder. For more than 20 years, 9th Wonder has been sharing his skills with the world, and he’s worked with some of the biggest names in hip-hop along the way. Some of the artists he’s produced for include Drake,…
All sorts of items, topics, and experiences can inspire songwriters, bands, and artists when coming up with ideas for new songs, even food. There are a surprising number of songs that use pies as the main topic for a song, and there are examples from different decades and from artists connected with different genres of…
Over the last few years, Atlanta-based rappers have been taking over the rap game and Yung Nudy hopes to continue that tradition. Although he hasn’t become a huge mainstream success just yet, he has been building a dedicated fan base and he’s released several mixtapes and two studio albums. On top of that, Yung Nudy…
Randy Travis is a country music and gospel singer, songwriter, and guitarist who has also worked as an actor appearing in both television series and films. He began his career in 1978 and continued to work until he suffered a stroke in 2013. Travis is considered a pivotal figure in the country music genre, and…