Thieves of Pop: Two 1969 Tunes that Stole from Classical Masterpieces
Arguably the most well known 1960s pop song derived from classical material is Procol Harum’s “A Whiter Shade of Pale.” The band’s debut single was … Read more
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Bruno Mars Hits New Billboard High
As we wind down the end of the month, Bruno Mars has achieved even greater heights than ever. The song Uptown Funk from Mark Ronson, … Read more
Paul McCartney Sets Off Amazing 40th Anniversary for SNL
Paul McCartney is a hard-working performer. Prior to taking the stage at the Grammys with Kanye West and Rihanna, the former Beatles legend put on … Read more
Willie Nelson Returns to Film in Starring Role Produced by U2’s Bono
At 81 years old, most individuals (let alone famed ones) have spent the past few years settling down after decades of work. Not for Willie … Read more
Top Secret Drum Corps Blazes A New Trail
Famed drum and percussion ensemble Top Secret Drum Corps is a performing group unlike any other. Not only do they feature some of the most … Read more
Does Lady Gaga Sound like a Mezzo?
It is known that Lady Gaga’s award show performances now constitute a very high benchmark when it comes to theatricality: her previous stunts, in fact, … Read more
Lindsey Stirling’s Kaleidoscope of Sound
If you’re a fan of indie Japanese pop music, you might have heard the 2011 Vocaloid track “Senbonzakura (A Thousand Cherry Blossoms).” Vocaloid tracks are, … Read more
AC/DC’s Thunderstruck Acoustic Is Better Than Original
Though the 80s were when they emerged as rock icons, AC/DC has experienced a renaissance in the past few years, due in part to music … Read more
Kanye’s Grammy Behavior Is Tip Of 21st Modern Music Iceberg
Last week the internet and music world was abuzz with outrage, anger, bitterness, and parody all pertaining to Kanye West, Beck and the Grammy Awards. … Read more
For 2Cellos and Lang Lang, the Name is Bond
When Eon Productions approached Paul McCartney to write and record a theme song for the James Bond flick Live and Let Die (1973), it was … Read more
Monk & Canatella’s Johnston Leaves For Wishing
When Monk & Canatella broke into the music scene in 1996, they brought a new slice to the evolving genre of alternative rock. Cultivating what … Read more
DJ Skratch Bastid Does Afiara String Quartet Freestyle
Classical music isn’t so exclusive that it doesn’t inspire and seep into other musical genres. On the contrary, even DJs and club musicians find intrigue … Read more
Guitarist Andy McKee’s Unique Style Attracts Prince
Though it could seem like a sign of good luck when just reading the headline, it won’t take but about 10 seconds to discover there’s … Read more
In Memoriam: Singer Ward Swingle Passes At 87
In a life that began in Mobile, Alabama and traveled across the sea to Paris and London, Ward Swingle incorporated music every step of the … Read more
Katie Noonan – One of Australia’s most Versatile Vocalists
Classically trained soprano, Katie Noonan, former George and Elixir’s lead singer, announced the release of a new single, an EP, a tour and a brand … Read more