Music & Band Reviews (Reviews)
Remembering Ricky Nelson, And A Concert I Attended Before His Fatal Plane Crash! -
- elle kynzerMost music lovers attend concerts all the time, however, I'm one of the music lovers, who hates crowds. I've seen a few famous people in my time, but I was never a 'groupie', and I've never followed anyone too seriously. One of my friends was able to get some first row seats at the Ricky Nelson... Submitted 116 days 12 hours ago.
Thank You Leonard Cohen - Joel Hirschhorn
The other night I went to a Leonard Cohen concert. I have never seen a huge audience over a very broad age spectrum so completely enraptured, impassioned and wild over an entertainer, especially one that has never in a very long career been embraced by the mainstream music industry. At age 75... Submitted 2 years 272 days ago.
The Sensual Moment (To My Wonderful Wife Christine) - Gary W. Halsey Sr.
It's Tough Being A Cowboy To My Wife Christine The Sensual Moment, what does that mean? Can you be sensual, And still keep it clean? It's hard for this cowboy, hard to stop at a kiss, without being to forward, seeking wonderful bliss. To gaze into each others eyes, it's hard for me to do... Submitted 2 years 291 days ago.
A 12 year old boy from Wales made his debut on Britain's Got Talent, and again this writer is amazed about the talent that exist in todays world. Shaheen Jafargholi, from Swansea, Wales, said he had to persuade his mother he wasn't too young to take part in the audition. This little guy, has a... Submitted 2 years 292 days ago.
Utah Bands - The Key Story Behind Music in Utah -
- Joshua HardingurUtah has become a musical Mecca. Novel Utah bands are emerging just about every week and Utah's music industry is growing. Does the celebrated powder falling on the beautiful Rocky Mountains during the skiing season (which brings skiers to Utah by the boatload) also have some kind of musical... Submitted 1 year 40 days ago.
The Doors Bio And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
The Doors were an American band and were formed in Venice Beach in 1965 and consisted of Jim Morrison (Vocals), Robby Krieger (Guitarist), Ray Manzarek (Keyboards) and John Densmore (Drums). Jim Morrison made the band famous with his controversial lyrics and outrageous stage performances and... Submitted 3 years 345 days ago.
One of Best Undiscovered Albums, Chariot by Gavin DeGraw - Misan
If you are a lover of real music with real lyrics, (this is non commercial stuff!), then you will love this. Gavin DeGraw was born on the 4th of February, 1977, he grew up in South Fallsburg, New York, United States. He is a prison guard's son which he sings about in 'I Don't Want To Be'... Submitted 5 years 214 days ago.
Put This Record On - Corinne Bailey Rae - Misan
Presenting to you from Leeds, is CORINNE BAILEY RAE, yes she is from the UK believe it or not. The first time I heard Corinne, I thought she was from some part of the states but she was actually brought up in a small town in Leeds by her West-Indian father and Yorkshire mother. Corinne is 26... Submitted 5 years 236 days ago.
Listen Without Prejudice - Review of "Michael" the New Michael Jackson Album - William Zufic
Reviewing new albums of relatively recently deceased musicians is not something to look forward to, unless the deceased is Johnny Cash. These albums are rarely really new or enjoyable listening. "Hold My Hand", the opener, had me grinning and nodding for my prejudice seemed right. The song... Submitted 1 year 61 days ago.
Duffy – Endlessly: Brave, Short and Sweet - William Zufic
Duffy made this album with Albert Hammond Sr. (Albert Hammond Jr. plays guitar in The Strokes) who wrote songs for the Hollies, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Chicago and many others (he also wrote and performed “It Never Rains In Southern California). Duffy also worked with The Roots (New... Submitted 1 year 63 days ago.
I confess I had no idea the Black Eyed Peas were even working on an album, even though they announced a new album in June, until I read Will.i.am’s interview with Billboard. But combined with news that Black Eyed Peas will be performing on the Super Bowl XLV halftime show and plan a world... Submitted 1 year 63 days ago.
The Stars and Superstars who created Flamenco Guitar Music -
- Maya MartinezFlamenco Guitar stars are not as numerous as stars in other musical styles. But they definitely exist. Leading the pack, without a doubt, is Paco de Lucia. Easily the most Internationally recognized Flamenco Guitarist. And, with good reason. Paco's innovations, plus his ability and desire to... Submitted 1 year 253 days ago.
Tamla Motown Song Lyrics Discovered -
- PatrickI bought an old wooden box from a second hand furniture store just the other day. Opening it up, I found a few old newspapers and a pair of drumsticks. Finally two pieces of cardboard bound with a piece of string. I cut the string and opened up to find a single sheet of paper. With the words... Submitted 1 year 339 days ago.
Cypress Hill Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
I have always liked Cypress Hill since the release of their first album. I remember hearing the single How I Could Just Kill A Man and thought B-Real had an amazing rapping voice, the sound and beat was good, and I was already into Rap at the time. Since then they have become one of my favourite... Submitted 3 years 308 days ago.
M People Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
Another one of those Manchester bands that I support are M People and I first heard of M People when the song How Can I Love You More? was released in 1991. The first time I heard the song I fell in love with Heather Small's voice and couldn't wait for the album to be released. I went to watch M... Submitted 3 years 308 days ago.
Blur Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
I have liked Blur since before they became popular after the release of their Parklife album which most people think was their first. Back in the day there was a big band battle between Blur and Oasis and most people chose one or the other but I chose both. Both bands have different styles and I... Submitted 3 years 308 days ago.
Pet Shop Boys Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
When I was a kid I had heard the Pet Shop Boys on the radio whenever new singles had been released but it wasn't until I was about 14 or 15 when I started to take more of an interest in their music. This was because I had never taken the time to listen to more than one song at a time. I used to... Submitted 3 years 308 days ago.
Bob Marley Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
Bob Marley has been one of my favourite artists for a long time. I probably own more Bob Marley CD's than any other band or artist with the exception of Wu-Tang. My friends mum D, is partly responsible for my listening to Bob over the years because when I was little I used to like the song... Submitted 3 years 308 days ago.
The Smiths Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
The Smiths are another of my favourite Manchester bands and as I have said before, you have to support your own. I think I initially started listening to The Smiths when What Difference Does It Make came out in 1983 and I thought Morrissey had one of the most interesting voices and lyrical styles... Submitted 3 years 328 days ago.
Pink Floyd Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
I think I probably started listening to Pink Floyd because I used to chill with some dudes who smoked weed and used to play Floyd a lot and I found the music is really good to listen to when you are stoned. Pink floyd are a kind of psychedelic rock cross breed and their lyrics are quite deep and... Submitted 3 years 329 days ago.
Enigma Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
I first started listening to Enigma about the time Return To Innocence was released and was played on the radio a lot. Most people I know don't listen to Enigma because they just don't know about them. Most people think they have never of heard them until you tell them some of their songs. Enigma... Submitted 3 years 329 days ago.
Jimi Hendrix Biography And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
I have listened to Jimi Hendrix since I can remember and he was probably the first person I ever wanted to be when I was a kid. I love the guitar but I can play it about as much as I can walk on the moon. When I was much younger I attempted to take guitar lessons, but I didn't have my own guitar... Submitted 3 years 330 days ago.
The Sex Pistols are one of my favourite groups because even though people said that they couldn't play their instruments, I thought they give it a very good go. I first started listening to the Sex Pistols because they annoyed my dad who ONLY listens to country music and won't consider listening... Submitted 3 years 330 days ago.
The Stone Roses Bio And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
I started listening to The Stone roses while I was still at school, back in the day, when the whole Madchester scene was going on and there were a lot of Manchester Indie bands fighting it out in the clubs. I was too young to go and watch the Stone Roses legally and was actually sneaked into the... Submitted 3 years 335 days ago.
The Beach Boys Bio And Top 10 Songs - Andy Jackson
I don't think I know anybody who doesn't like at least one Beach Boys song, but I like most and have liked them since I was younger. When I was about 10 I used to save my pocket money and buy LP's and one day while I was at the market I came across Pet Sounds and bought it for 50p because I... Submitted 3 years 340 days ago.
