Bo Diddley was a professional singer and songwriter born Ellas McDaniel from McComb, Mississippi. His legacy is that of a cross-cultural pioneer, and along with his music, he was a significant influence on several generations of musicians. Diddley’s achievements were recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award….
Life is full of ups and downs. When some people experience the downs, they tend to give up. Perhaps, they are taking a difficult mathematics examination. Or, a person could have challenges in their marriage. Giving up could either mean dropping a task or committing suicide. Regardless of the challenge, we must find a way…
Jameson Rodgers is an American country singer and songwriter. He first found success as a songwriter. According to All Music, Jameson has written hit songs for Florida Georgia Line and Chris Lane. He finally found success as a singer in 2019 when he released his first song, Some Girls. The song was featured on SiriusXM’s…
If Sothern Rock were defined by one band, it would be Lynyrd Skynyrd. From the mesmerizing opening chords of “Sweet Home Alabama” to the searing solos of “Free Bird”, Skynyrd is an American institution. They are revered as brilliant musicians, consummate entertainers, and exceptional songwriters. Music was never the same after Lynyrd Skynyrd. Lynyrd Skynyrd…
We are no closer to understanding beauty, even though we have been fascinated by the topic since ancient times. For proof, look at the philosophers who have shared their thoughts on the matter, so much so that one of the main branches of philosophy is aesthetics. Wherever it comes from, the fascination with beauty is…
Skeeter Davis was one of the most successful female artists of the 1960s, amassing over 20 hit singles during her career. She was a pioneer in country music, fusing country, pop, and gospel to create a unique sound. While she is best known for her hits “The End of the World” and “I Can’t Stay…
Without a doubt, 80s music forms a huge part of the pop culture of the 21st century. Many kids grew up in the 1980s during the days when digitization was a thing of the future. At the time, streaming music on YouTube and other music streaming platforms were impossible. Charts and radios were important back…
Many albums are musically great. Some albums change music. Willie Nelson’s “Stardust” is one of those albums. Released in 1978, “Stardust” is the archetype for one of the most successful musical genres of the last forty years. Nelson’s decision to implement the Great American Songbook as a theme for an entire album showed the type…
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…