Of all the artists to pass thrown the Motown star-making machine, Marvin Gaye was one of the most versatile, and unquestionably one of the most talented. From songs infused with carnal desire to ones that demanded social justice, his ability to connect with his audience was peerless. It’s impossible to know what would have come…
Carrie Underwood rose to fame by being the winner of the fourth season of American Idol. However, she stands out even among those select individuals because she is the most successful of them by far. For proof, look no further than the fact that Underwood has sold more than 70 million records around the world,…
Is it just me, or has Machine Gun Kelly taken over the rap music game? His eccentricity and intensity are captivating with unapologetic rap lyrics about drugs and relationships. The 31-year-old American rapper and songwriter is best known for blending contemporary hip hop with alternative rock. Machine Gun Kelly whose real name is Colson Baker…
The Isley Brothers started out in the 1950s as a vocal trio of brothers consisting of O’Kelly Isley Jr., Rudolph Isley, and Ronald Isley. In 1973, younger brothers Ernie and Marvin joined, as did Rudolph’s brother-in-law Chris Jasper. The new additions marked the start of a new period of success. Over the next decade, they…
Abby Anderson may be Music City’s best kept secret…and most valued asset. The former piano prodigy turned premier country music songstress embodies the wholesome new wave of superstar. In a genre synonymous with questionable behavior, her songs exude a sincere vulnerability and convey a strong sense of self-worth, especially for young women. Among her many…
Pop artists come and go on a constant basis. However, a small number of them manage to stand the test of time. There can be no doubt about the fact that Lady Gaga is one such individual, seeing as how she released her debut album in 2008 and has continued strong to the present time….
There is no doubting how good a rapper Busta Rhymes is. His career began when he began writing lyrics as a teenager. His career spans over 20 years, and he’s one of the most iconic rappers in hip hop. Busta Rhymes was an original member of Leaders of the New School before founding Conglomerate (initially…
Hailing from Sarepta, Louisiana, standing tall at six feet and five inches is the country singer-songwriter known as Trace Adkins. Among Adkins’ fans, what truly makes the man stand as tall as he does isn’t simply limited to his height, but his down-to-earth delivery on everything he touches. This includes his impressive career as an…
There is no doubting Avril Lavigne’s legacy in modern rock music. She was born in Belleville, Ontario, on September 27th, 1984 and has sold over 50 million records worldwide to date. Her father started teaching her how to play the guitar when she was only six years old, and she began writing songs at 15….