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Dina Renée Shares New Dance-Pop Record "Heartbreak Saved My Life"
Singer, songwriter, and actress Dina Renée kicked off the summer with her much-acclaimed single, "Glow Up." The Knoxville-bred, Los Angeles-based songstress now closes out the year with a new record, "Heartbreak Saved My Life," released via AWAL/The Orchard. The song embodies Dina Renée's distinctive Empowerment Pop sound, but adds an Electronic flair; thus, demonstrating the versatility and range that the budding songbird possesses. The Dance-Pop, Electropop track has an energetic, euphoric soundscape that is infectious to listeners.
By Meikhel Philogene2 months ago in Beat
Co-Lecia Is Redefining What It Means to Be a Self-Managed Artist
In a landscape where identities shift fast and trends evaporate even faster, Co-Lecia stands out for one reason: she builds her career with intention. Every layer of her work—sound, visuals, message, and structure—comes from a place of clarity and discipline. She doesn’t rely on a team to craft her image. She is the team, and she treats her artistry with the level of seriousness usually seen in established industry units rather than in emerging independent acts.
By Anda Singa2 months ago in Beat
Eddie Murphy's Music Career
He may be a comedian but he has great voice. Though Comedian Eddie Murphy has string of comedy specials and films, Murphy had a string of a somewhat music career. Over the years, he released both comedy albums (with songs) and more serious musical albums, mostly in the R&B / funk / pop / reggae genres. Some he lend his singing vocals in films he starred in. However, music critics weren't fond of Murphy's tune and he should stick with his comedy career.
By Gladys W. Muturi2 months ago in Beat
Remembering Melanie Thornton: Celebrating La Bouche’s Enduring Legacy
Twenty-four years after the tragic death of Melanie Thornton, the voice behind one of the most electrifying Eurodance acts of the 1990s, her legacy continues to pulse through dancefloors, playlists, and the collective memory of fans across the world.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.2 months ago in Beat
Musical Traditions in the Urban and Rural Life of Kabul: Cultural Practices, Rituals, and Historical Development
Musical Traditions in the Urban and Rural Life of Kabul: Cultural Practices, Rituals, and Historical Development Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Kabul
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz3 months ago in Beat
Zipho Memela on How Recording Formats Influence Sound. Content Warning.
Zipho Memela, the South African artist, entrepreneur, and musical innovator, is deeply familiar with the nuances of sound. From producing raw, energetic hip-hop in Durban to crafting the sophisticated reinterpretations of his "Vivaldi Project," Memela understands that the medium is part of the message. The recording format chosen by an artist or engineer is not merely a technical decision; it fundamentally shapes the listener's experience, influencing the texture, warmth, clarity, and emotion of the final audio product.
By Kin Mancook3 months ago in Beat
Zipho Memela and Ethnomusicology in Modern Film Scores. Content Warning.
Zipho Memela, the South African creative polymath whose journey from hip-hop prodigy to classical innovator has captured global attention, embodies a profound truth about music: its inseparable link to culture and narrative. While Memela’s projects span the worlds of composition and entrepreneurship, his artistic trajectory offers a masterclass in the principles of ethnomusicology—the study of music within its social and cultural context. In the realm of modern film, this approach has become an indispensable tool for crafting authentic and emotionally resonant scores.
By Kin Mancook3 months ago in Beat
Zipho Memela on the Profound Benefits of Singing. Content Warning.
South African creative visionary Zipho Memela, known for his dynamic shift from a childhood hip-hop star to an innovative entrepreneur and classical composer, has always been deeply attuned to the power of the human voice. Beyond its artistic expression, the simple act of singing offers a remarkable array of scientifically proven benefits for both physical and mental well-being, a phenomenon Memela's career implicitly champions.
By Kin Mancook3 months ago in Beat










