It’s true, I must confess that penning a sequence of articles criticizing the least favored number-one tunes from each decade spanning the 1960s to the 1990s was quite entertaining. Readers appeared to appreciate them, although many took pleasure in reminding me how foolish they believed my choices were. No worries – I don’t shed tears over spilled milk. (This could potentially be hinting at a song that we might discuss soon.)
There’s a lot of buzz and ongoing conversation about Kendrick Lamar being chosen for the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in February. The event will take place at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome, but some people believe that Lil Wayne, who hails from the city, would have been a better choice.
If you haven’t heard of OG Product yet, that may change soon. This individual hails from Brooklyn and is rumored to have strong ties to the local street culture and its whispers.
At one point, Cam’ron was seen as Jay-Z’s adversary, but they managed to resolve their differences several years down the line. A clear indication of this reconciliation is when Cam’ron appeared on stage with Jay during his “B-Sides 2” concert at New York’s Webster Hall in 2019.
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.