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The Funk Pioneer and Master of Groove. Content Warning.
Title: George Clinton: The Funk Pioneer and Master of Groove Introduction George Clinton, a musical trailblazer and funk visionary, has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of contemporary music. As the driving force behind Parliament-Funkadelic and the Funk genre, Clinton's innovative style and boundary-pushing compositions have left an indelible mark on generations of music enthusiasts. In this blog, we delve into the life and career of George Clinton, exploring his early days in music, his rise to fame as a funk icon, and his enduring influence on the world of music.
By Openee Article 12 months ago in Beat
The Four Chords from Heaven
The C, F, G, and Am chords are the absolute most adaptable and regularly involved harmonies in music. With simply these four harmonies, you can play endless melodies across various sorts and styles. How about we investigate how every one of these harmonies adds to the general melodic scene.
By Syed Omar Hussain12 months ago in Beat
A Melody of Healing
Amidst the noise of bustling hospital corridors, a harmonious melody emanated from a small, dimly lit room. Sarah, a young girl often, lay in her hospital bed, her frail body engulfed in the darkness of illness. Yet, the soft strains of music enveloped her like a comforting embrace, transporting her to a world where pain and suffering seemed distant echoes.
By Christabel Edobor12 months ago in Beat
The Story In The Melody P1
Music is not about the melody. It was the lyrics that was formed into a story. A song does not just start with an instrument but with a beginning, a middle and end. I do not pick a song because it sounds good to my ear because that is what a normal listener does.
By Janay Ealeyabout a year ago in Beat
The Minaj Capsule
Nicki Minaj once said that she does not see herself as a female rapper anymore but only as a rapper. I know that this has been said over hundred times, but I will say it again: this woman has succeeded in a genre that is dominated by males. She is not like any other female MCs in the hip-hop game because there is one ability that she has above them all: a musical chameleon. She has blended one genre with many genres into her catalogue that was meant to be singular and that no one could take further. That is one of the reasons why Nicki Minaj is hated. As a black woman who grew up in 2010s, she was the main female rapper. It is not that they were not other female rappers but to me, she seemed to be the one who was working her ass off. She was doing everything she could to ensure she was here to stay. I could never resonate with other female rappers because they did not have a powerful presence on a record. Her style was something that I could listen to, replay it in my head and it can become timeless. I share some similarities with the fierce lyricist such as writing, being a drama student and working to perfect our craft. Every record that Nicki has laid her voice on has proven her strength as a woman to hold her own. Unfortunately, I only have one album in my room: Pink Friday, her debut album after the mixtape era. (2010) Do not worry, all four albums will be on my shelf soon. I grew up in the era of streaming, so I am used to sitting near my computer or using my phone, wearing headphones, and clicking the play button on a playlist called The Minaj Capsule. The description of this playlist is a collection of her greatest and versatile hits from every genre such as Hip-hop, Pop, R&B, Electropop, and the list goes on. A playlist with over three-hundred songs with every single, every feature and every remix. It is sad to know there were songs that never got that much radio air. Here are her best songs: Moment 4 Life featuring Drake. Roman’s Revenge featuring Eminem Fly featuring Rihanna Runnin featuring Mike Will Made-It, Asap Rocky and Asap Ferg The Night Is Still Young The Boys featuring Cassie Right By My Side featuring Chris Brown Pills N Potions Come on a Cone Plain Jane Remix with ASAP Ferg High School featuring Lil Wayne Clappers featuring Wale and Juicy J Bang, Bang featuring Jessie J and Ariana Grande Bed of Lies featuring Skylar Grey Starships Senile featuring Lil Wayne and Tyga Here are her underrated songs: Girls Fall Like Dominoes Va Va Voom We Go Up featuring Fivio Foreign Up in Flames Low featuring Juicy J, Young Thug and Lil Bibby Idol featuring BTS Seeing Green featuring Lil Wayne and Drake Bussin featuring Lil Baby Swish Swish featuring Katy Perry Whip It Hard White Feeling Myself featuring Beyonce No Broken Hearts featuring Bebe Rexha Realize featuring 2 Chainz Here are her most memorable songs: Moment 4 Life featuring Drake Superbass I Wanna Be with You featuring Future and Rick Ross Hey Mama featuring AfroJack and Bebe Rexha Where Them Girls At featuring FloRida Out of my Mind featuring B.O.B Starships Stupid Hoe Turn Me On Only featuring Lil Wayne and Drake Anaconda Right Thru Me I Am Your Leader featuring Rick Ross and Cam’ron Beez In the Trap featuring 2 Chainz Bottoms Up Featuring Trey Songz Here is her worst song: Come See About Me Any Barbs out there, tell me what are your favorite songs from Nicki? What are your least favorite songs from her? What songs by Nicki do you think are underappreciated? Do you agree or disagree with my list? Are there any songs that I am missing? Leave your answers in the comments.
By Janay Ealeyabout a year ago in Beat
Song of a Distant Star
Hubble rolls in Earth’s deep shadow. Its gossamer tiles cool taut. As one city after another sets up its canopy of light, the high sentinel reaps its wings’ brief harvest of sun: a night half an hour long, no sleep, all dreamlike recollection of light millennia old, and silence.
By Stuart Orrabout a year ago in Beat
Finding My Voice
In a small town where dreams seemed unreachable, lived a young girl named Lily. She was an introverted and shy teenager, unsure of her place in the world. But little did she know that a shining star named Taylor Swift would soon illuminate her path, showing her the power of self-expression, and teaching her to embrace her own uniqueness.
By Esther Agbonifoabout a year ago in Beat
Exploring the World of ASMR: The Soothing Sensations and Relaxation Techniques
In this article, we delve into the intriguing world of ASMR, exploring the science behind it, the range of triggers that evoke these pleasurable sensations, and the relaxation techniques that can help us unwind and find a sense of calm. Join us as we embark on a journey of sensory exploration and discover the therapeutic potential of ASMR.
By Eview Nicksabout a year ago in Beat
Apple Unveils Apple Vision Pro: A Groundbreaking Spatial Computer
Apple has introduced its latest innovation, the Apple Vision Pro, a groundbreaking spatial computer that seamlessly merges digital content with the physical world, enabling users to stay connected while staying present. The Vision Pro creates an infinite canvas for apps, going beyond the confines of traditional displays and offering a fully three-dimensional user interface controlled by natural and intuitive inputs such as eyes, hands, and voice. This new device features the world's first spatial operating system, visionOS, which allows users to interact with digital content as if it were physically present in their surroundings.
By M. A. Alamabout a year ago in Beat