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The Road to Nowhere
Reviewing a record album is always a difficult prospect, as music, unlike cinema, has intangible aspects that cannot be easily quantified and assessed. Music is an intensely personal experience, and each vocal or sound can mean something entirely different to each individual. Indeed, a piece of music will recall a particular era or even a certain moment in time, each experience remembered peculiar to the individual listener.
By Tom Baker2 years ago in Beat
Speechless at the Sting and Blondie Gig!
Eight months ago, She Who Books Things told me we were going to see Sting and Blondie on the same bill in June 2024. Happy days, I thought. My only worry was the weather. Outdoor gigs and Belfast aren’t a great combo. Call me soft, but four hours standing with the wind and rain slapping me up the face? No, thank you.
By Brendan Donaghy2 years ago in Beat
When Talking About Cool Celebrities, Don’t Forget Dean Martin
Many entertainers have oozed a brand of coolness very few could match, and then there was Dean Martin, who rightly is called the “King of Cool.”
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sports2 years ago in Beat
World Music Day
Hey there, music lovers! It's your old pal, Ethan, back again with another dose of musical musings. Today, we're celebrating a day that's as vibrant as a Brazilian samba and as unifying as a Celtic folk song – World Music Day, also known as Fête de la Musique! Every June 21st, the world transforms into a giant stage, alive with the sounds of every culture, genre, and emotion imaginable.
By Jheffz A.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
Notes On "To Althea From Prison"
Introduction Apologies for the spelling mistake in the subheading Many years ago I bought the album "Nine" by Fairport Convention. I still love the album today and it is home to many great songs. "To Althea, From Prison" I found particularly beautiful taking the words of the poet Richard Lovelace adapted and sung by the sadly missed Dave Swarbrick.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Beat
The Timeless Appeal of the Leather Jacket: From Grunge to Chic. AI-Generated.
The leather jacket. This is a piece that has become a classic must-have and well known to people across different generations and styles. It’s been decades – since the rebellious greaser jackets of the fifties and the sex appeal of Demi Moore in the nineties – and leather jackets are still stylish. But what did they find out about the garment to make it remain popular for such a long time?
By The Vintage Leather2 years ago in Beat
Buying and Styling a Vintage Bomber Jacket. AI-Generated.
There is no doubt that the most versatile clothing piece, a bomber jacket, is trending again as they remained fashionable since their initial production. However, there is some sort of allure in wearing a bomber jacket with classic appeal with an aspect of old school sex appeal to it. It has the resonance of a tradition that is far removed from the modern industrial production of jackets, histories of past travels, and a personality that the assembly lines can only mimic.
By The Vintage Leather2 years ago in Beat
Coda Records - Rare And Legal Bootlegs
Introduction A bootlegger is someone who sells illegal goods. Today, bootleggers are most likely to sell pirated movies or music. This word comes from bootleg and, in particular, the trick of hiding a flask inside a boot. Bootleggers smuggle illegal things, and sometimes legal goods too, in order to avoid paying taxes.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Beat
Some famous Indian classical music compositions
Indian classical music, with its rich heritage and diverse traditions, has produced countless world-renowned vocalists, musicians, and composers. Let’s explore some of the timeless compositions that continue to captivate audiences:
By Allwyn Roman Waghela2 years ago in Beat
K. S. Chithra
K. S. Chithra, the celebrated Indian playback singer and Carnatic musician, is a true musical gem with a career spanning over four decades. Her versatility knows no bounds, allowing her to seamlessly transition across languages and genres. Let’s explore her remarkable journey:
By Allwyn Roman Waghela2 years ago in Beat
How Do You Listen To Music and Do You Even Listen?
Introduction As you have probably gathered, music is a great part of my life. Allegedly the first record that I liked was "Hound Dog" by Elvis Presley when I was around three years old.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Beat