Music

On July 6, 2024, Joe Egan, famously recognized as a co-founder of Stealers Wheel and co-author of the timeless hit “Stuck in the Middle with You,” passed away at the age of 77.

Meghan Trainor made the bass the focus of her popular 2014 song “All About That Bass.” However, even before that, we’ve been enjoying powerful, funky, resonant, rumbling, or springy basslines from outstanding bands and their talented bass players in numerous classic songs for decades.

Musicians, especially iconic ones across genres, hold the prerogative to decide which tunes resonate during pivotal moments, even if they’re not physically present at the event. Through the ages, funeral music has been a constant, and some musicians have even composed their own requiems in anticipation of their end. However, it’s important to note that not every chosen tune is somber or melancholic.

The 1990s were quite exhilarating! Admittedly, when it comes to music, the preceding decades might have had an edge, but the competitive spirit during the ’90s was intense, wasn’t it? Despite this, there was a silver lining – grunge emerged, which was refreshing. However, for the larger part, pop music could be rather mediocre.

Originally, The Black Crowes had planned to embark on a tour with Aerosmith this autumn; however, Steven Tyler’s vocal issues prevented his band from continuing the tour. Since Aerosmith could have continued without Tyler, but it would have been unusual, The Black Crowes found themselves needing to adjust their schedules.

1974 might not be hailed as the pinnacle of contemporary pop music, but it could very well have been the most diverse and versatile. In essence, this means that a wide range of music styles were produced in that year.

Music from the rock genre has consistently been more than just a category; it’s served as a cultural powerhouse, an expression for various generations, and a musical narrative of history. As it’s progressed, certain albums haven’t merely marked their times but have also risen above them, standing as enduring milestones of creativity and innovation – eternal touchstones in the annals of musical achievement.

Wale has teamed up with Nike to launch their DMV Cherry Blossom Foamposite sneakers, and he’s even given a sneak peek of his latest track “Ghetto Speak” as its soundtrack. To add to that, he appears in an advertisement for the shoes, which hails from Washington D.C.

Music history has consistently showcased performers who took their art to boundaries considered questionable by society, which often led them to become legendary figures within the industry. This list encompasses several tracks from the ’80s that, upon hearing them as a child during that era, you might have quickly switched off before your parent walked in.

After a long wait spanning multiple years, the collaboration between Drake and Benny The Butcher, titled “Buffalo Freestyle”, has finally dropped. This track can be found on Benny’s recently released 3-song EP called “Buffalo Butch“, which hit the airwaves this past Friday, August 23rd.