Music

For now, Kendrick Lamar and Drake have ended their back and forth, but their friends haven’t.

Toward the end of last month, Marilyn Manson released a new single titled “Raise The Red Flag.” This is his second piece of music in quick succession, following the debut of “As Sick As The Secrets Within” earlier that same month. To be honest, the video for this song isn’t exactly the most romantic music video out there.

Black Sabbath significantly shaped the foundation of heavy metal music, influencing numerous other bands in their recording processes. They were more than just legendary due to Ozzy Osbourne’s tenure as lead singer; Tony Iommi’s guitar work was equally impactful. Together, their collaboration produced an extraordinary level of talent.

It’s quite possible that the key insights into the development of funk music in the 1970s can be encapsulated by a group originating from Dayton, Ohio – the Ohio Players. Although I won’t mention any of their songs here, it’s worth noting that for a brief period during the mid-1970s, they achieved immense popularity. The Ohio Players had been active in the music scene for quite some time prior to this, backing early soul artists like The Falcons in the ’60s and releasing their own music by the end of that decade. While their 1968 album “Observations in Time” was top-notch R&B, it didn’t bring them the commercial success they were seeking.

One of Pink Floyd’s most renowned tracks, titled “Money,” is embedded in their 1973 album The Dark Side of the Moon. Oh, what a remarkable piece it is! Composed by bassist Roger Waters, this song is notable for its distinctive 7/4 rhythm and iconic opening soundscapes. These include cash register noises, clinking coins, and ripping paper, which form a recurring auditory theme that embodies the song’s critique of materialism and wealth.

In April, comedian Luce Cannon revealed a past encounter at a party hosted by Diddy, where he claimed to have witnessed Diddy, also known as the Bad Boy founder, engaged in an intimate moment with Reginald VelJohnson, who is recognized for his role as Carl Winslow on the ’90s sitcom Family Matters.

2024, I found myself saddened as I learned the news about Greg Kihn, a legendary Bay Area rocker whose tunes like “Jeopardy” and “The Breakup Song” were an integral part of my 80s gaming soundtrack. On August 13, he departed at 75, his journey cut short by the complexities of Alzheimer’s disease. Rest in power, Greg. Your music lives on.

André 3000 has repeatedly expressed in multiple conversations that he is not interested in rapping further and prefers not to rejoin the iconic group OutKast.

It seems there’s a public spat between Offset and his former spouse, Cardi B, on social media platforms. The feud ignited when Cardi alleged that Offset was attempting to win her back with gifts, following episodes of disrespect in their relationship.

Amongst the many contentious discussions in contemporary music, the essence of punk rock remains one of the most debated. Instead of offering a fixed definition, I’d like to share my perspective on the matter. Feel free to agree or disagree as you see fit.