60s music
Groove along to Beat Media's breakdown of the bands, artists, songs and culture that defined the 60s.
Hip-Hop Heartbeat
In the heart of a bustling city where skyscrapers kissed the clouds and neon lights flickered through the night, lived a young rapper named Malik. He had grown up amidst the concrete jungle, where every beat of the street echoed in his rhymes and every graffiti-covered wall told a story.
By Dharanidharan T 2 years ago in Beat
The Old Radio's Song
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting the old summer house in a warm, golden glow. Emily stood at the edge of the driveway, the gravel crunching under her feet. It had been years since she’d been here, yet every detail was etched in her memory—the way the trees framed the house, the creak of the porch swing, the scent of pine and earth. This place held the echoes of her childhood, and now, in the wake of her grandmother's passing, it beckoned her back.
By Dharanidharan T 2 years ago in Beat
Woody Guthrie - 3000 Unrecorded Songs
Introduction This is from a Seven Days in piece from 2019 which taught me a lot more about Woody Guthrie than I knew about at the time. The title "Woody Guthrie: Three Chords and The Truth " I think is perfect for such an important, influential artist.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Beat
The Global Beat: Exploring Diverse Music Styles
Music is a universal language that transcends borders and cultures, resonating with people around the world in myriad ways. From the rhythmic beats of African drums to the soulful melodies of Indian sitars, the world is a rich tapestry of musical styles waiting to be explored. Join us on a global journey as we dive into the diverse and vibrant world of music, uncovering the unique sounds and stories behind different genres.
By Alex Romanenko2 years ago in Beat
'Surfin' Safari'
The Beach Boy's debut album, Surfin' Safari was released on October 1st 1962, but their origins go back to early November 1961. Wilson parents, Murry and Audree went on a business trip to Mexico City, leaving their three sons at their home in Hawthorne California with an emergency sum. Oldest Brother, Brian Wilson was a musical prodigy who loved the harmonies of the 50s vocal group The "Four Freshman", Younger Brother, Carl Wilson was an aspiring guitarist who loved practicing to Chuck Berry records. Middle Brother, Dennis was a surfer and suggested to Brian that he write a song about Surfing. Brian convened his brothers, First Cousin Mike Love and Brian's High School Friend Al Jardine and used the emergency money left for them along with an additional 300$ lent by Al's Mother Virginia to rent or buy musical instruments. Brian and Mike composed the tune Surfin'. When Murry and Audree returned home, Murry was initially furious that the boys had "Wasted" their money but was quickly won over by the quality of Brian and Mikes' song. They recorded a version of Surfin' for Hite and Dorinda Morgan of Candix Records. They initially wanted to call their group The "Pendletones" after the popular pendolton shirts many surfers favored. Label promotions man Russ Regan changed their name to the Beach Boys without the groups blessing. Surfin' was released as a single on Candix Records on November 27th 1961 , was a local radio hit in the Southern California Market and sold more than 40'000 copies
By Sean Callaghan2 years ago in Beat
Slim Whitman
There are those of you who might not recognize this singer. He was never one of the most popular ones you always read about but he had a fantastic voice and he sang the most wonderful country-style love songs. He came into this world in 1923 as Ottis Dewey Whitman, Jr. in Tampa, Florida but professionally became known as Slim Whitman.
By Rasma Raisters2 years ago in Beat
Carnatic Music
Carnatic music, also known as Karnatak music, is a subgenre of Indian classical music originating from South India. This intricate, rhythmically detailed, and melody-focused music has roots in the ancient Hindu traditions, specifically the Vedas and the Natyashastra, which are foundational texts on performing arts1. Let’s delve a bit deeper into its history and characteristics:
By Allwyn Roman Waghela2 years ago in Beat
