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But First, Me
Growing up is hard to do, especially when you're late to the party. Born nearly two weeks beyond my mother's due date, I guess I should have seen that coming from the very beginning. Though I've always been a fast learner and quite articulate, my seemingly innate obsession with perfection has certainly posed its challenges and often resulted in that whole 'one step forward, two steps back' thing. Does my hair look okay? Wait, I can't take a picture like this... it's my "bad" side. I really like this recording, but I don't like the way I sang "sometimes..." You can't really hear the last "s" enough... let's do that another time... and can you nudge it two clicks to the left? Perform tonight with no soundcheck? I don't think I'll be able to do that. I know people are expecting me, but I'm just not comfortable. Sorry. You want me to wear that? I would, but my boobs are really small and my knees are oddly shaped. We'll have to choose something else... I can bring something of my own if you'd like...
By Jessica Jolia7 years ago in Beat
The Top Ten Best One-Hit Wonders from the 1980s
The 80s probably had the most one-hit wonders in music history. It also had the most iconic novelty acts and singles. In honor of the big and crazy 80s, I made a top 10 list of the decade's best one-hit wonders. Time for the giant hair and neon colors.
By Sarah Loyd7 years ago in Beat
Sik-K – 'FL1P' Album Review
Right now, it’s hard to find a rapper more interesting than Sik-K. Evolving his style magnificently over the course of his career, the South-Korean has gone from strength to strength with each passing release, with there seemingly no limit to where his progress can take him.
By Nathan Sartain7 years ago in Beat
How The Beatles Helped Heal America's Broken Heart
Almost everyone that was alive at the time can recall when, where, and what they were doing when President John F. Kennedy was shot riding in his motorcade through the streets of Dallas, Texas.
By Shandi Pace7 years ago in Beat
Showing Love to a New Artist, Kathana
There has been a wave of new artists lately, but one in particular who has been making quite an impression on music lovers is Kathana. The duo of Katie who is the singer/songwriter and Chris who is the producer behind the tunes has left an impressive mark on the industry so far with their newest release "Show Me Love." This is the catchiest song that will definitely leave you in your feels. In this interview, we talk to Kathana about what it's like being an artist and so much more!
By Amanda Gabrielle7 years ago in Beat
Under the Radar: 5 Tracks Released in January That You Need to Hear
It's been a good start to the year for new music and some great new talent is emerging. Here are my top five picks for tracks that you need to hear from artists that you may not know.
By Joshua Coase7 years ago in Beat
Prince: 'Piano and a Microphone 1983' (A Review)
Prince said it himself: " I will not be here when the vault is opened. " Sure enough, Piano & A Microphone was released by the NPG Records/Warner Bros. presses, and my dearly purple beloved is not here. It will be three years he's been gone, this April. Can you believe it? The painful reminder of his death resonates within the numerous Facebook groups and Instagram tribute pages. His former colleagues and bandmates constantly recollect and get together to jam and honor him. Even his ex-wife, Mayte, showed us she's still got the moves to match the grooves.
By Veronica Williams7 years ago in Beat
Customize Your Listening Experience with Lucid Audio Headphones
Music is one of the very few things in life that is both personal and public at the same time. Everyone experiences music a little differently, and will have different reactions to the same song. Everyone who goes to concerts knows that what we hear will differ from person to person due to the way our ears process it.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in Beat
Ariana Grande - Fourth Woman to Headline for Coachella 2019
Ariana Grande has made headlines with her single "Thank u, next" streamed by millions since it was released in November and now she will be the fourth female to ever headline Coachella 2019. And this number itself is somewhat of a systematic issue on Coachella's part, along with other major music festivals all around the world that spotlight more female artists that are worthy of having a headlining spot.
By Mikyah Henderson7 years ago in Beat
Discovered in 2018 Playlist
This playlist article was requested by a few of my friends and is definitely something I wanted to do either way! If you're anything like me, you know that painful feeling of boredom after you've listened to all of your songs and overplayed them to your heart's content. Then, you go on a search for new music, right? Well, this is meant to be a pit-stop on that journey, and hopefully you'll want to come back for more.
By Shea S7 years ago in Beat
Album of 2018: 'LM5'
As someone who appreciates music from all genres, my opinion on music is varied. Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd is the album I consider to be the best of all time; however my personal favourite album of all time is Eye to the Telescope by KT Tunstall. Selecting LM5 as the best album of this year for me was tough and I absolutely have to give a shout out to Janelle Monae with Dirty Computer and Ariana Grande with Sweetner; however, Little Mix just delivered for me in 2018.
By Grace Lynch7 years ago in Beat
10 Underrated Bands That Should Be More Famous Than They Are
I remember first hearing Orgy's "Blue Monday" song for the first time. I was 12 years old and had managed to sneak away in order to listen to some music on the net for the first time. It was a song that really resonated with me, and when I saw the music video, I was blown away.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Beat