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Have you ever thought of transforming your laptop into a karaoke machine? The History of Karaoke In 1971, a Japanese inventor named Daisuke Inoue introduced the world to the karaoke machine, known as the “8 Jukes.” Early prototypes of karaoke machines were essentially jukeboxes with microphones attached, allowing both the music (instrumental) and the singer […]
Although their time together was brief, DMX was heavily impacted by their friendship and drew tremendous inspiration from Aaliyah. With his recent passing we remember their unique friendship and how much his “special” friend, Aaliyah, meant to him. This is my tribute to X. On August 25, 2001, Aaliyah and eight others passed away in […]
What music makes you move … literally? Let’s Get Physical Exercise is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. But, it can be monotonous, strenuous and we may find it hard to feel motivated to do it in the first place. Have you ever tried to exercise with no music? Was it an enjoyable experience? […]
Happy belated anniversary, Mariah! Mariah Carey’s 31-year career as a singer-songwriter marvels aspiring musicians and music lovers alike. Carey has inspired countless singers and songwriters, including pop heavyweights Ariana Grande, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Missy Elliot, Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber and Beyoncé. Here are 10 songs (in no special order) written by Mariah Carey […]
Since its launch in 2016, TikTok, a short-form video app, has become the place for people to discover new music and artists. On the app users can record videos lip-synching, dancing and more for up to 60 seconds to any music they want. There is a plethora of songs to choose as the backdrop to […]
What songs give you nostalgia? In a post-2020 world, our tastes in music remain focused on remembering simpler times when COVID-19 and all its adverse effects were not our reality. Nostalgia remains a key factor in shaping our musical tastes. In a 1992 article, researcher Dr. Alan R. Hirsch defines nostalgia as the “bittersweet yearning […]
The Birth of Two Stars In the early 1990s, Pharrell Williams and his childhood friend, Chad Hugo, formed an R&B duo and, with that, The Neptunes was born. Williams and Hugo met when they were twelve years old at a summer camp for the school of The Gifted and Talented in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Hugo played the […]
The New Wave In the late 1950s, a new style of Brazilian music emerged from the Copacabana neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro that combined elements of jazz and samba — which has West African roots. Bossa nova, which literally means “new wave” or “new style,” coincided with Brazil’s “golden era,” characterized by democracy, a new president, and […]
“… after the storm’s when the flowers bloom.” Song of the Month “After the Storm” — Kali Uchis (feat. Tyler, The Creator & Bootsy Collins) (2018) November Mood The mood of November 2020 is a universal exhaustion and uncertainty over the future as we continue our battle with the coronavirus. Despite the news of different […]
What songs help you catch some z’s? Sleep is one of the most important human functions. Like air, we need sleep to survive. Without it we can go insane or possibly die. Getting good sleep improves our memory, concentration, mood, immune system, mental health and is important for staying healthy. The average adult needs seven […]
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