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Iconic moments in music history.
Songs and Melodies of Godar: A Narrative of Love, Nature, and Rural Culture
Songs and Melodies of Godar: A Narrative of Love, Nature, and Rural Culture Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Kabul
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz2 months ago in Beat
10 Forgotten Rock Records From the 2000s
Now that we've uncovered the world of obscure 90s albums, it's time to spring forward a decade with near-forgotten 2000s records. These rock, punk and emo bands are available on Spotify, but unlike some of their contemporaries, they haven't experienced a sudden TikTok revival. Let's change that with this list of ten records that quietly influenced the scene.
By Kaitlin Shanks2 months ago in Beat
The World Is Loving Michael Jackson Again and the Same Corporations That Hurt Him Wants a Piece of It by NWO Sparrow
Funny how the same outlets that called him Wacko Jacko are now acting like they always loved him. They mocked him, lied on him, chased clicks off his pain. Now they want praise for supporting the new film. Stop the fake love.
By NWO SPARROW2 months ago in Beat
Maragha’i in Herat: A Manifestation of the Timurid Musical Renaissance in Afghanistan
Maragha’i in Herat: A Manifestation of the Timurid Musical Renaissance in Afghanistan Author: Islamuddin Feroz, Former Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz2 months ago in Beat
Avicenna (980–1037 CE): Musical Thought Bridging Tradition and Innovation
Avicenna (980–1037 CE): Musical Thought Bridging Tradition and Innovation Author: Islamuddin Feroz Former Professor, Department of Music Faculty of Fine Arts, Kabul University, Kabul, Afghanistan
By Prof. Islamuddin Feroz2 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 Feroz2 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
