Legendary country-rock artist and versatile musical maverick Steve Earle hosts an intriguing podcast where he proposes that Western pop music underwent a significant period of transformation in 1965, when Bob Dylan expressed his desire to emulate the Beatles and John Lennon aspired to be like Bob Dylan.
The phrase “cancel culture” is often misused and lacks a clear definition. When someone commits a mistake and reacts defensively to any criticism, they may claim that attempts are being made to “cancel” them. However, it might be more appropriate to say that they need to be liberated from their fleeting popularity.
In a different light: Although Common has courted several well-known ladies in the past, none have become his wife. But in a recent chat on Philadelphia’s 100.3 FM, the 52-year-old expressed his readiness to wed his present partner, Jennifer Hudson.
Previously, Adria Sheri worked as both a go-go dancer and an adult movie star. She claimed that she was compelled to engage in sexual activities with famous individuals at Diddy’s white parties. In July, she brought a lawsuit against Diddy and quickly followed it up by filing a criminal complaint with the police.
This month, Ozzy Osbourne will receive his well-deserved induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. On October 19th, he’ll be honored for the second time, having been enshrined in 2006 as part of Black Sabbath – one of the rare instances where a pure metal band has been recognized by the Rock Hall.
Alex Ross Perry’s long-awaited movie titled Pavements, influenced by the famed indie rock group Pavement, premiered at the Venice Film Festival. It has since been picked up by streaming platform MUBI. This intriguing production combines elements from biographical films, music movies, and documentaries to portray a mix of fictionalized and authentic accounts of the band’s past.
The 1980s were a blast! The music during that time, particularly at the beginning of the decade, was lively, wild, and rebellious. It wasn’t until record labels started pushing for us to listen to overly sweet pop music that things took a turn for the worse.
It looks like there’s a high likelihood that Freddie Gibbs is going to release some new music soon. Yesterday, he shared a post on Instagram Stories saying, “It feels like it’s about to happen,” and followed it up with a tweet that reads, “I enjoy resuming our work 🐰❤️.
Throughout their career, Mötley Crüe has been known for their hard-partying attitude, but they’ve introduced a fresh spin with their recent project. This time, they’ve drawn inspiration from another legendary ’80s band recognized for their rowdy style – the Beastie Boys. On August 23, the group revealed the impending launch of their EP titled “Cancelled” (set to release October 4). The EP features an original track, “Dogs of War,” and a cover of the Beastie Boys’ 1986 hit “Fight For Your Right,” which showcases more emphasis on guitar leads.
During the 50s, 60s, and 70s, Soul and R&B tunes reigned supreme on American music charts. The popularity of record labels from Detroit, New York, Memphis, and Philadelphia made R&B a go-to choice for the youth.