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Big Noise from Winnetka LP cover

SONGWRITER

Big Noise from Winnetka: timeless jazz melody born in a drum and bass jam

USA, Jazz, 1930s

Like Some Forgotten Dream book cover

Music Theory

Beatles songs with harmonic minor and Aeolian modes

England, Rock, 1960s

Enrique Iglesias' CD cover

SONGWRITER

Bailamos: meaning and flamenco roots of Enrique Iglesias' first hit

Spain, Latin, Popular Song, 1990s

Schubert's Ständchen LP cover

PIANO

Ständchen from Schwanengesang serenade as Schubert's last testament

Austria, Serenade, Romantic

Sheshashayi - Laxminarayan by M. V. Dhurandhar

MEDITATION

Om Namo Narayanaya: meaning and purpose of popular Vishnu mantra

India, Mantra, Indian Classical

The Carpet Crawlers LP cover

SONGWRITER

Carpet Crawlers: two major modes of Genesis' last studio recording

England, Progressive Rock, 1970s

The Doors' LA Woman The Workshop Sessions CD cover

Music Theory

Dorian mode in The Doors songs

USA, Rock, 1960s, 1970s

Carole King LP cover

SONGWRITER

Smackwater Jack: the classic tale of outlaws and lawmen and the blues harmony behind it

USA, Folk, Rock, 1970s

Purcell's Music for a While CD cover

Composer

Music for a While: Purcell's entrancing appeasement of Alecto

England, Baroque

Celia and Johnny LP cover

SONGWRITER

Quimbara: meaning and origin of the best-known salsa

Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Latin, 1970s

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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.
Nature Sounds

Download for free HQ soundscapes recorded in a mixed forest, including bird songs, cricket choruses, and night or afternoon thunderstorms.