Out of Harlem, New York, Keith Sweat is considered one of the godfathers of the new jack swing movement, which is a fusion of rhythmic music meeting with hip-hop, soul, and urban music. Since 1975, the artist has recorded and released thirteen studio albums as a soloist and two studio albums while performing with the…
This article on the top ten Rick Springfield songs looks at the best songs from this Australian-American musician who gained an interest in music after watching The Beatles perform in Melbourne. Apart from his musical career, Rick Springfield is also a well-known actor who has appeared in movies such as ‘Supernatural,’ “Californication,’ and “Hard to…
Among the traits that set Wu-Tang Clan apart in the ’90s and 2000s, the hip-hop scene is their incredible lyricism and showmanship, which set the bar for many other hip-hop acts to follow. They are often referred to as the pioneers of East Coast hip hop and hardcore hip hop. Wu-Tang Clan was ranked as…
John Denver began his career playing with folk groups in the 1960s. After signing as a solo artist to RCA, he scored his commercial breakthrough with his fourth album, Poems, Prayers & Promises. Although his commercial success waned in the 1980s, he dominated the charts in the 1970s with hits like Take Me Home, Country…
The lovely and talented Ciara has been in the spotlight for years. She’s been singing, performing, and living her life publicly for well over a decade, and her relationships, pregnancies, and her music continue to make headlines as her fans are always curious about her life. She’s one of the most famous R&B and hip…
Alfred Matthew “Weird Al” Yankovic has built a career out of mocking other artists. Everyone from Queen and Joan Jett to Eminem and R. Kelly have felt the sharp side of his tongue. Considering the delicious ridiculousness of his send-ups, it’s doubtful that many care. Since gaining his first exposure on Dr. Demento’s Southern California-based…
In 1981, George Strait released his debut album. With his cowboy look and his traditional honky-tonk style, his image and sound were a world away from the prevailing country trends of the day. Yet people loved it. 40 years later, they still do. Today, Strait is recognized as a country music legend. With over 100…
In 1987, Tracy Chapman signed a record deal with Elektra Records. A year later, she released her self-titled debut album. Landing as it did during a time when hair metal and arena rock ruled, her introspective brand of acoustic folk-rock should have bombed. Instead, it soared, selling over a million copies in its first two…
Heart began life in 1967 under the name of The Army. Several years and numerous name changes later, they emerged with their debut album, Dreamboat Annie, in 1975. Over the following few years, they established themselves as one of the biggest bands in the US. Their fortunes took a nosedive in the early 1980s, but…