Gregory Porter is an American singer, songwriter and actor. He is famously known for wearing a flat cap with straps that cover his ears and chin. According to Smooth Radio, he claimed that the hat functioned as a security blanket and referred to it as a “jazz hat.” However, he is known more for his…
Bright Eyes is an American indie rock band founded by Conor Oberst, a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Other band members include Nate Walcott and Mike Mogis, who are multi-instrumentalists. Conor began recording music when he was 13 years old. He released his first three albums at ages 13, 14, and 15, respectively. Later, he joined…
Our article on the top ten Steelheart songs of all time takes a look at ten of the best songs from a band that rose to fame during the early 90s. At the peak of their fame, a number of other “hair bands” had emerged. However, Steelheart seemed to be more forward-thinking than most of…
Everyone eats. As a result, eating makes for very relatable metaphors. Musicians haven’t been shy about using these metaphors, which has made for some very enjoyable music. Amusingly, there are even some well-known songs that are actually about eating itself rather than eating as a metaphor, though these are the exceptions rather than the rule….
A wide range of people enjoys drinking. For proof, see how there are drinking songs of every single musical genre. Even so, country singers seem to have a particular fondness for their drinks, as shown by the countless country drinking songs that have been released and continue to be released. Most aren’t very memorable. However,…
Beer has been brewed since prehistoric times. Thanks to this, it shows up a lot in our art, with an excellent example being the mention of the divine alewife Siduri in the Epic of Gilgamesh. Beer remains as important in the present as in the past. As such, people are spoiled for choice when it…
The music scene of the 1980s saw a second British wave of artists heavily influencing the global audience, especially in North America. At the same time, the demand for music with heavier bass witnessed a surge of music that glamorized heavy metal, electrified pop rock, and introduce a whole new genre known as rap music….
The Drifters are one of the most iconic and influential doo-wop groups of all time. They helped to shape the sound of rhythm and blues in the 1950s and 60s with their smooth harmonies and infectious melodies. Over the years, The Drifters have had numerous lineup changes, but they have always maintained a high level…
Rock and roll music in the 1960s marked a new era in the industry that pushed so many boundaries that it’s little wonder the explosion of pop culture resulted in so many contrasts of style. There were the hippies who rebelliously embraced freedom while there were racial issues that were shed to light through music….