Changing the lyrics to hit songs might be increasingly noticeable – but it’s a longstanding musical practice: Electronic dance music band The Prodigy are the latest act to attract attention for changing the lyrics to a longstanding hit in recent live shows. They now repeat the opening line “change my pitch up” in place of …
The enduring wartime spirit that powers classic Christmas songs: Eighty years ago this week, Judy Garland walked into an MGM studio and recorded Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas for the first time. It was written for the musical Meet Me in St Louis (1944), only part of which is set at Christmas – but …
Sinéad O’Connor: a guide to the lesser-known songs that reveal the key to her brilliance: Dariusz Majgier/Shutterstock The death of Sinéad O’Connor (1966-2023), the Irish, singer-songwriter, performer, activist, actor and memoirist, was announced on July 26. She is probably most well-known for her cover of the Prince song, Nothing Compares 2 U. The hit transformed …
Happy songs: these are the musical elements that make us feel good: The music we listen to can have a profound impact on our mood. Merla/Shutterstock Music has a unique power to affect the way people feel and many people use music to enhance or change their mood, channel emotions and for psychological support. The …
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Afrobeats in 2022: global mobility, election songs, placemaking albums – and Tems: Nigerian star Tems performs at the Glastonbury Festival in the UK in 2022. Jim Dyson/Getty Images More than Nollywood films, Afrobeats is arguably Nigeria’s strongest cultural export since the turn of the millennium. It is a hugely dynamic music category that incorporates a …
South Africa’s struggle songs against apartheid come from a long tradition of resistance: Members of the Congress of South African Trade Unions sing political songs in 1987 in Johannesburg. Walter Dhladhla/AFP via Getty Images Struggle songs, also known as protest music or liberation songs, are defined as “expressions of discontent or dissent” used by politically …
Windrush, music and memories: how songs of resistance and celebration have shaped who I am: Bob Marley & The Wailers in concert in the 1970s. Almay Like me, you’ve probably found that listening to old songs can transport you back in time. Memories associated with the music flood your brain and so too can the …
Break up songs owe a lot to the love lorn lyrics of the Romantics: Lord Byron was the original breakup artist. National Portrait Gallery, London, CC BY-NC Taylor Swift’s recently re-recorded and released 2012 album Red is a discombobulating affair for those interested in the singer’s relationship status. Treacherous and I Knew You Were Trouble …
Adele 30: the psychology of why sad songs make us feel good: Adele/Youtube Adele’s new album, 30, is finally available. Last month, hundreds of millions of us streamed its first single, Easy On Me. This song evokes feelings not easily put into words. But we can probably agree it is a sad song. It isn’t …
A nice Paternoster image: Image from page 336 of “My life and sacred songs” (1906) Image by Internet Archive Book Images Identifier: mylifesacredsong00sank Title: My life and sacred songs Year: 1906 (1900s) Authors: Sankey, Ira D. (Ira David), 1840-1908 Subjects: Publisher: London, Hodder and Stoughton Contributing Library: Robarts – University of Toronto Digitizing Sponsor: University …
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The history of protest songs in Tunisia and their link to popular culture: AnnHirna/Shutterstock Music genres such as rap have become the primary artistic means for expressing the discontent and aspirations of a new generation of activists in Tunisia. But the heritage of protest songs from decades before is still held in the collective memory …
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Why it’s no surprise that pro-Trump rioters sang Bob Marley songs outside the Capitol: In recent decades, musicians have been quick to object to the use of their material by the far-right Etienne Laurent/EPA Amid the serious criminal offences committed during the recent breach of the US Capitol, one prominent trespass was against good taste. …
Vân-Ánh Võ and Blood Moon Orchestra; Songs of Strength – a Culture interest event taking place on 2021-03-14 19:00:00 in United States Vân-Ánh Võ is an award-winning performer of the 16-string dan tranh (zither), and an Emmy Award-winning composer who has collaborated with Kronos Quartet, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, and Yo-Yo-Ma and the Silk Road …
South Africa in the news: Peter Gabriel Shares His 6 Favorite Songs Of All Time: Music That Inspired Him Peter Gabriel is best known for fronting Genesis but he also launched a successful solo career after leaving the band. His work in music has earned him several accolades and he …: “South Africa” – BingNews …