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Iconic moments in music history.

The Mighty Heroes
I first saw "junk rock" punk rock legends Sloppy Seconds at the corner of Tenth and Bozart St in Indianapolis, in a neighborhood that was bad then and is undoubtedly worse now. That was at a rundown theater from the 1920s called The Emerson. I can't really ascertain if it is still there or not, but it went on and on for decades.
By Tom Baker3 years ago in Beat
5 Amazing Hollywood Comebacks
In the ever changing world of acting and cinema, some actors come and go while others are fortunate enough to stand the test of time. In most cases, those who are unable to hold on to a successful decades-long career often slip past the wayside.
By Isa Nan3 years ago in Beat
Music as a Healing Force in Ancient and Medieval Africa
The ancient Kemite Sages instituted tight controls on theatre and music because they understood indulgence in inappropriate entertainments was known to cause mental agitation and undesirable behaviors. Famous ancient Greek Philosopher and student of the Ancient Kemetian Mysteries, Pythagoras wrote that the ancient Kemites place particular attention to the study of music.
By Darryl C. Richie3 years ago in Beat
Ivy Queen, the first female Reggaeton artist
As you may know it is National Hispanic Heritage Month or Latin American Heritage Month. In this article, this is the story of Puerto Rican female artist that dominated the Reggaeton music genre long before Becky G,Karol G, and Anitta were born.
By Gladys W. Muturi3 years ago in Beat
Thriller Villa
The Arrival In the dead of a winter night in late 2006, not far from downtown Las Vegas, a shining black Cadillac Escalade pulled off a major boulevard onto a darkened side street, heading with purpose down the lane. Two hefty body guards in the front seats eyed the terrain, as the vehicle sped past custom homes on ample lots, toward a large private compound. In back, three sleepy children and their father, a man of vast wealth.
By Jonathan Warren3 years ago in Beat
From little Elvis Impersonator to Multi-Grammy Winner: The Story of Bruno Mars
Before he was a multi-Grammy Award Winner, he was young little four-year-old Elvis Presley impersonator that has stunned the world. After Little Elvis grew up, he was signed to Atlantic Records, making singles that became radio hits and became a phenomenal singer and songwriter that earned him 11 Grammy Award wins and 16 nominations being bigger than Elvis.
By Gladys W. Muturi3 years ago in Beat
Unforgettable Memories to Hongkongers: British Music in Hong Kong
In the United Kingdom, it is the mourning period after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest living monarch in the 20th century. Besides the United Kingdom, other British Commonwealth countries also have their mourning periods.
By Sharon Hong Kong3 years ago in Beat
5 Best Movies About The Royal Family
With the world in mourning at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the initial grief will soon give way to nostalgia and a desire to look back at past happenings. There is no doubt that this tragic incident will create a somewhat renewed interest in the monarchy.
By Isa Nan3 years ago in Beat
5 Songs That Were Controversially “Banned” Following 9/11
21 years ago today, the world bore witness to one of the most tragic events in history. Almost 3000 people lost their lives and over 25,000 people were injured during the heinous 9/11 attacks.
By Isa Nan3 years ago in Beat
An American Reverie: Merle Haggard
Merle Haggard or as I still prefer to address him, “The Hag” is an artist that now unfortunately gone has imbued my life with a deeper connection to and reconciliation with life. Merle's many songs of longing, running, loving, and drinking ballads calls out as if every song struck into the core of America. Perhaps it’s because of his ability to not only penetrate the heart of being in his music and grasp the wide variety of thoughts, emotions, and actions everyone is likely to encounter throughout life. He paints a window and then with a guiding hand reaches out and pulls you into the expression of his music. In my opinion if you compiled all of The Hag’s music you would get a full picture of the depth and breadth of human existence. Perhaps the song of choice being, (I'm Gonna Paint Me) A Bed of Roses illuminates just how far out he can stretch beyond a country musician and into the depths of human being.
By Schmalz3 years ago in Beat
The Extreme Violence Of Folk Music and Murder Ballads
Introduction I am currently listening to “Sweet Child” by Pentangle, a live album I had for sale on Discogs but have now withdrawn as it is so good. I am sure that they have some violence somewhere in their music but here are a few of my favourites.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Beat
Four of the Best of Etta James
American singer Jamesetta Hawkins also known as Etta James, was born on January 25, 1938 and died on January 20, 2012. She gained fame with hits such as "Something's Got a Hold on Me”, “All I could do was Cry", "At Last", and "I'd Rather Go Blind”
By Gerald Holmes3 years ago in Beat