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HUNTR/X's "How It's Done": A thunderous opening for K-Pop: Demon Hunters. AI-Generated.
The moment HUNTR/X's "How It's Done" kicks in at the start of Netflix's animated film K-Pop: Demon Hunters, it's clear this isn't a typical musical. More than just an introductory song, this explosive track serves as both a high-octane battle anthem and a perfect primer for the characters who sing it. With its razor-sharp production, commanding vocals from EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI, and a bravado-filled lyrical message, the song expertly sets the stage for a story where K-pop stardom and supernatural warfare collide.
By Alicia Lenea5 months ago in Beat
Some Thoughts On The Nature Of Progressive Music
Introduction These are just some of my thoughts on what makes music "progressive" and whether it always needs to be rock-based in the eschelons. While music started probably as chants to the heavens, which became hymns, and songs about life and nature that became the lifeblood of folk music, and these threads eventually led to classical music, in which groups of musicians performed written music together. Then these threads, folk, religious and classical, continued to grow and split, giving us blues, jazz, soul, rock, and roll.
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
A Push and Pull for the Ages: Ravyn Lenae's "Love Me Not". AI-Generated.
Ravyn Lenae’s "Love Me Not" is a masterclass in musical contradiction. It’s a breezy, fun-loving track, brimming with a nostalgic, doo-wop-inspired bounce, yet beneath its polished surface lies a poignant and raw exploration of relationship uncertainty. It is this beautiful duality—the sweet sorrow of a love that can't be pinned down—that makes "Love Me Not" not only a viral sensation but also a career-defining moment for the Chicago-born artist. In a soundscape often dominated by a uniform digital sheen, Lenae offers something that feels both fresh and timeless, proving that a song can be both a throwback and a hit.
By Alicia Lenea5 months ago in Beat
A New Sound for Bieber. AI-Generated.
Justin Bieber's alternative pop track, "Daisies," released as the lead single from his seventh album Swag, represents a notable evolution in his artistry, blending intimate, raw vulnerability with a deceptively simple production style. Co-written by Bieber and a team of acclaimed producers including Dijon, Mk.gee, and Tobias Jesso Jr., the song offers a candid glimpse into the complexities of his relationship with his wife, Hailey Bieber, navigating the highs and lows with a maturity not always present in his earlier work.
By Alicia Lenea5 months ago in Beat
This Week's Hot 10 From Billboard Hot 100. AI-Generated.
On the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the week ending September 20, 2025, the impact of a Netflix hit has become impossible to ignore. With the animated film KPop Demon Hunters dominating the top tier, its soundtrack has produced a record-breaking string of hits that are reshaping the music landscape. Sharing space with these cinematic sensations are streaming-driven stars and established titans of pop and country, illustrating a diverse and dynamic music industry that is increasingly influenced by new media platforms. The top 10 is a vibrant reflection of this modern convergence, where viral moments and major media campaigns dictate chart supremacy.
By Alicia Lenea5 months ago in Beat
Five Songs that Irritate My Ears
The Five Songs That Really Irritate My Ears Some of my essay here is going to focus on the technical parts of singing and recording a song. I’ll also take a look at how these songs were received by the public and how they performed on the charts. I’m not necessarily going to say I hate or dislike any of them, but I’ll explain why they made my list of five songs that irritate my ears. For context, I was a teenager in the 1970s, I was 15 for the entire year of 1975, so most of my picks come from the late 1960s through the early 1980s.
By Rick Henry Christopher 5 months ago in Beat
Sabrina Carpenter Tops The Charts at #1 on Billboard Artist 100
From Maya Hart on Girl Meets World to number one on Billboard Artist 100, Sabrina Carpenter continues to surprise us! Now, it is up to you to decide what that surprise means, but she continues to spark the world's interest and rise in fame. “Tears” gained traction and became #3 on Billboard Top 100 this week. Manchild stays at the top at #4! It was originally at #1 as of June 21, 25.
By Alicia Lenea5 months ago in Beat
Morgan Wallen's Top 10 Songs On Spotify . AI-Generated.
This week on the Billboard Artist 100, Morgan Wallen secures the impressive No. 2 spot, solidifying his continued dominance in the music industry. The country superstar maintains a strong presence across multiple charts, demonstrating the enduring popularity of his distinctive sound and relatable lyrics. His consistent high rankings are a testament to his dedicated fanbase and the widespread appeal of his recent releases.
By Alicia Lenea5 months ago in Beat
Psykyos Unleashes “Cynicism”
A Rising Force in Symphonic Prog Metal Psykyos is an emerging symphonic progressive metal band from India, and they are already commanding attention on the global stage. Their latest single, “Cynicism”, released on August 8, 2025, is part of their debut EP Echoes Within.
By mysoundMusic5 months ago in Beat
I Will Find You
Introduction This snippet is from a Seven Days In post that I did in 2013, when I discovered this amazing song: It's one of those things. I have lots of albums I've not listened to, Today, for the first time, I decided to play "Fireships" by Peter Hamill and was stunned by the first song "I Will Find You", an amazing alien splicing of Blondie's "Presence Dear" and The Police's "Every Breath You Take". You haven't a clue whether the protagonist is a love-struck, caring admirer or an evil, devious stalker, with the latter being the favoured outcome. I've included the song just because it really is a case of you don't know what you're missing.
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred 5 months ago in Beat
When Talent is Non-Existent
When I saw Sam Spinelli's challenge, asking us to name and shame our five least favourite songs, I got very excited. I can be a grumpy, judgemental, opinionated ass at the best of times (ask Ruth, the good lady wife!), but when it comes to music, I've learned to try and keep schtum when I think something is terrible. All because I'm just trying to be a better person (My Name is Earl opening ref, anyone?).
By Paul Stewart5 months ago in Beat
