Music

David Gilmour’s fresh album should be enjoyed gradually rather than hastily consumed, as his music, similar to Pink Floyd’s, is deserving of careful listening. While initial opinions matter and first impressions do have significance, repeated listens are often necessary to truly appreciate the nuances of new music. Therefore, I’ve chosen to wait before expressing my thoughts on his latest release, wanting to ensure a thoughtful and considered perspective.

2024 marks a decade since some remarkable albums hit the airwaves, making it hard to believe that a whole decade has passed. It feels like the world is spinning faster rather than time moving on. After all, it was just yesterday when 2014 brought us an exceptional year in music, with pop and hip-hop genres playing starring roles!

It’s likely that music enthusiasts won’t see Drake during Super Bowl LIX in early 2025, given his ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar. Instead, it seems Kendrick Lamar has been chosen to entertain during the halftime show.

Over the past several occasions (about a half dozen times), I’ve caught James McMurtry performing live. As a result, I’m familiar with some of his stage banter. However, he consistently keeps me on my toes by introducing unexpected elements during his solo shows. This was evident once again at The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia last Saturday night.

In case you missed it: Guitar virtuoso Jerry Miller, renowned for his work with the iconic 1960s rock band Moby Grape, sadly passed away on July 20, 2024, in Tacoma, Washington. He was 81 years old. Although the specific cause of death remains undisclosed, his passing has been officially confirmed via a Facebook post on the Moby Grape fan page and by journalist Eric Brenner.

By the end of the 1980s, the extravagance of that era was starting to feel a bit overbearing, particularly within the music industry. Rock ‘n’ roll, in particular, had experienced tremendous success, but as more imitators and less gifted groups emerged, the quality of the music began to diminish.

2024’s MTV Video Music Awards (MTV VMAs) are fast approaching! The event, performance, and award presentations will take place on September 11 at UBS Arena, New York City. It’s been some time since the Grammys’ live show, so we’re eagerly waiting for more excitement. The nominations for the VMAs have been announced, the date has been finalized after a dramatic last-minute shift, and the host is all set to put on a great show!

The nickname “Godfather of Shock Rock” is frequently given to Alice Cooper, but the roots of shock rock can be found in earlier artists too, such as Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. While Alice Cooper may seem like a suitable pick for this title, it’s important to delve into why he’s so renowned as the “Shock Rock” leader and consider other potential candidates (as well as “shock rock icons,” both male and female).

It’s amazing to reflect on the sixties, when a bunch of British music enthusiasts into blues could possibly become one of the greatest and most impactful rock groups ever known!

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but feel the shockwaves that are still rippling through the Hip-Hop community following the sudden demise of Rich Homie Quan. Yesterday, September 5, his father, Corey Lamar, broke his silence on this tragic loss, as it happened in Atlanta at the age of 34.