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Bésame Mucho: song meaning and source of inspiration behind the famous Mexican bolero

Mexico, Bolero, Popular Song, 1940s 1 comment
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Savoy Truffle: cautionary song about chocolate by the quiet Beatle

England, Rock, 1960s
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Twist in My Sobriety: rare oboe solo in Tanita Tikaram's best song

England, Folk, Popular Song, 1980s
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Salma Ya Salama: historical record by Sayed Darwish, the father of Egyptian popular music

Egypt, Popular Song, 1920s, 1970s
Music Theory

Mixolydian mode: famous examples in classical and pop music

England, Germany, Italy, USA, Concerto, Fugue, Motet, Popular Song, Raga, Renaissance, Baroque, 20st Century Classical, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, Indian Classical 13 comments
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Traditions of Malian music spread worldwide through Afel Bocoum and Damon Albarn collaboration

Mali, Folk, World Music, 1990s, 2000s
Poetry

Peter Sinfield: the songwriter whose lyrics embellished the formative prog rock albums of the 1970s

England, Progressive Rock, 1960s, 1970s 3 comments
Album

Swordfishtrombones: groundbreaking instrumentation catches Tom Waits' signature sound

USA, Experimental Rock, Rock, 1980s
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Mixture of traditional Mexican melody and rhythms as the secret of popularity behind Maria Grever's songs

Mexico, Spain, USA, Popular Song, 1920s, 1930s, 1940s
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The morna: essential music of the Cape Verde archipelago reached mainland thanks to Cesária Évora's voice

Cape Verde, Morna, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s
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The resonance of African tribal heritage in Ali Farka Touré's guitar

Mali, Folk, World Music, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s
Band

Tinariwen: 40 years of nomadic desert music driven by Ibrahim Ag Alhabib's guitar

Algeria, Mali, Folk, Raï, World Music, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 2010s
CHOIR

5 African states adopted the liberation song by Enoch Sontonga as the national anthem

Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Anthem, Romantic, 20st Century Classical
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The bottleneck guitar blues by Blind Willie Johnson is sliding through space on the Voyager Golden Records

USA, Blues, 1920s, 1930s
Classical Guitar

The native heart of Peruvian folk as explored by ethnomusicologist Alomía Robles

Peru, USA, Popular Song, Zarzuela, 20st Century Classical, 1970s
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Big Bill Broonzy's guitar made ripples on both sides of the Atlantic

USA, Blues, 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s 1 comment
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The smoky alto of Chabuca Granda elevated the Creole waltz to the international level

Peru, Popular Song, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s
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Just Another Diamond Day: the stunning rediscovery of the hippie-era gem

England, Folk, Popular Song, 1960s, 1970s
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Sūrsāgar: ocean of poetry that expanded for five centuries

India, Devotional Song, Indian Classical
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The three acts of Lonnie Johnson' blues

Canada, USA, Blues, Jazz, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s
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The timeless tragedy of Molly Malone

Ireland, Folk, Popular Song, 20st Century Classical, Romantic
Band

CAN: from the mind of Czukay to the golden age of krautrock

Germany, Art Rock, Soundtrack, 1960s, 1970s
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La Mer poem became an international hit after years of searching for a melody

France, USA, Jazz, Popular Song, Soundtrack, 1940s, 1950s, 1990s
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German roots of the Moon of Alabama

Germany, USA, Opera, Popular Song, 1920s, 1960s, 1970s
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Voice of Wassoulou preserves the ancient roots of West Africa

Mali, Folk, Popular Song, World Music, 1980s
FILM

The drama of The Chain kept alive on the big screen

United Kingdom, USA, Popular Song, Rock, Soundtrack, 1970s, 2010s
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Rabindra Sangeet have been an essential part of Indian culture for more than a century

India, Devotional Song, Indian Classical
Trombone

Moonlight Serenade got its name to contrast the sun

USA, Jazz, Popular Song, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s
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Cream's biggest hit inspired by Hendrix's debut in England

England, Popular Song, Rock, 1960s
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I Put a Spell on You: the wild roots of the song's blackout drunk recording

USA, Popular Song, 1950s, 1960s

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.