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Music Theory
Mixolydian mode in Led Zeppelin songs
It's no secret that Western music theory offers three major diatonic modes—Ionian, Lydian, and Mixolydian—each serving...
MALE VOCAL
Tuff Enuff: The Fabulous Thunderbirds' sole chart-topping song
Tuff Enuff stands as the best-known track from the blues rock ensemble The Fabulous Thunderbirds. This song serves as...
FILM
Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered: Rodgers and Hart's timeless Broadway song
Bewitched (Bothered and Bewildered) stands as a celebrated song and show tune hailing from the musical Pal Joey which...
TECHNOLOGIES
Swingtown: the signature song with Hammond Guitar Synthesizer
Swingtown stands out as one of the best-known tracks by the American rock group Steve Miller Band. This song served as...
SONGWRITER
La nave del olvido: decoding the lyrics and meaning behind the famous latin ballad
La Nave del Olvido stands as the best-known romantic ballad within the repertoire of Mexican singer José José. The track...
SONGWRITER
Sultans of Swing: how flamenco shaped Dire Straits' debut single
Released in 1977, Sultans of Swing marked the remarkable inception of the English rock band Dire Straits propelling them...
MALE VOCAL
Parchman Farm: the story behind Bukka White's blues
Parchman Farm stands as one of the best-known song by Bukka White, a singer and guitarist who wholeheartedly embraced...
SONGWRITER
Punky Reggae Party: song versions and lyrics inspiration
Punky Reggae Party is a 1977 song by Bob Marley that exists in various versions ranging in duration from 4:25 to 9:19....
Music Theory
Dorian mode in Pink Floyd songs
It is no secret that accurately applying classical theory in songwriting contributes to easy song memorization as well...
ORCHESTRA
Ravel's La Valse and the duel that wasn't
Completed by Maurice Ravel in 1920, La Valse stands as a remarkable composition distinguished by its innovative waltz...
SONGWRITER
De Música Ligera: the inspiration and meaning of Soda Stereo's hit
De Música Ligera is one of the best-known songs by the Argentine rock trio Soda Stereo. It was released in 1990 as part...
FILM
Dammit Janet: the playful proposal song
Dammit Janet is a memorable song from the original 1973 The Rocky Horror Show British musical stage production as well...
SONGWRITER
134340: BTS's cosmic anthem of heartbreak
In 2018, the internationally acclaimed South Korean group BTS released their mesmerizing song 134340 as part of their...
FILM
Sirtaki: folk dances arranged by Mikis Theodorakis
The Sirtaki dance—a lively and energetic expression of Greek culture—has become an iconic image associated with the...
MEDITATION
Namo Amitabha: meaning and benefits behind the Buddhist mantra
The Namo Amitabha mantra is a sacred chant associated with Amitabha, a celestial buddha held in high esteem in Mahayana...
MALE VOCAL
Somos Novios: exploring the meaning of Manzanero's famous bolero
In 1968, Mexican songwriter Armando Manzanero released the enchanting love song Somos Novios. Two years later, American...
Music Theory
Beatles' most used musical keys
In the realm of pop music, songwriters often rely on the 24 musical keys to create harmonious and captivating...
Big band
Begin the Beguine: discovering origin and meaning
During a Pacific cruise from Calabai to Fiji in 1935, the celebrated American composer and songwriter Cole Porter...
MALE VOCAL
Breadfan: an anthem of money and greed
Breadfan is an iconic song by the Welsh heavy metal band Budgie featured on their 1973 album Never Turn Your Back on a...
SONGWRITER
Tornerò: revealing the song meaning
Tornerò—the 1974 debut single by the Italian pop group I Santo California—may have initially achieved only moderate...
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The History of Popular Music
Discover stories from each decade. Listen to gems from the 1960s, 1970s, and more.
Musical Modes
Explore Phrygian, Lydian, Dorian, and other modes through the harmonic analysis of popular songs.
Early Music
Read all about the formative music of the past centuries. Enjoy the regal yet easy sounds of the Baroque and Renaissance.
Indian Classical Music
Dive into the South Asian philosophy through Indian classical music. Learn about musical traditions of the Hindustani and Carnatic culture.
The Epoch of Romanticism
Get a taste of the most beloved and fruitful music period. See the personalities behind the major shift of the eras — from Classical to Romantic.
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