Unveil the fascinating facts and stories about the artists, albums, and songs that have defined music history.
In Tim Burton’s popular youth series Wednesday, there is an episode where the main character, Wednesday Addams, plays th…
«She Walks Through Life, Laughing» You surely remember this photo, which circulated widely on social media early in the full-scale Russian invasion. It came with a poignant story meant to…
Rolling Stone magazine ranked the first rock ’n’ roll guitarist and composer fifth in the list of the greatest artists of all time and all nations. Legendary peer John Lennon…
When we hear an amazing, unpredictable musical composition, its chords resonate in our heart. But if the melody is predictable, it primarily affects the stomach. According to a new study…
Luciano Pavarotti’s “trademark” was the harmonious blend of vocal talent and personal charisma. His forty-year dedication to the stage was built on a vivid individuality and zest for life. Between…
In fast-paced and demanding lives, people often face tasks and challenges that require focus, motivation, and resilience. Various strategies can help develop these qualities. However, one of the most effective…
Fifty-five years ago, young Cher was swept up by her first wave of fame. In 1967, 40 million copies of her recordings spread across the world. Since then, hits by…
“The Violin Plays, the Heart Breaks” It was almost like a classic story: I was turning eighteen, and at some point, unexpectedly to myself, I became what my overseas brothers…
Music holds a central place in human emotions. However, the pleasure each person derives from it is unique. Scientists assert that this ability has a genetic foundation. A team of…
It’s no secret that Mozart’s classical music helps millions of people worldwide relax. However, new research shows this effect is true not only for adults but also for infants. Researchers…
Fire, Water, and Organ Solos Flower children with coupons in their pockets The early ’90s in a young and promising Eastern European country—the largest by size in the region. Around…
There are famous melodies in the world that, due to certain life circumstances, trigger an unchanging reflex: they are associated with a particular event in our lives, played in a…
Keep Your Chin Up, Lennon Jr.! Weybridge is a small and cozy British town located in Surrey County, which has been an ideal place for peace and solitude for many…
The Stakes Were Higher Than Life In winter, the Swiss resort town of Montreux, located on the so-called Swiss Riviera on the shore of Lake Geneva with stunning views of…
Warner Music made history as the first record label to sign a contract with an AI singer. The virtual pop star Noonoouri is unlike any other AI robot because she…
The Best Soundtrack for a Brawl In the brilliant film adaptation of the works of British witty wit Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse, “Jim from Piccadilly”, where the very same Jim…
The countries where he was born and died— the Holy Roman Empire and the Austrian Empire— no longer exist, yet Beethoven’s name in the 21st century means no less than…
On Christmas Day, December 25, 2016, the hearts of fans of the British singer and songwriter George Michael were broken by the news of his death. He passed away at…
Stable Medicine for Troubles This November in the global music world unfolds under the old and well-proven brand of “The Cure.” Even unofficially, the number of mentions of one of…
AI can create melodies that imitate the best songs of famous artists. But will these new tracks ever truly resonate with listeners? Perhaps those who attended the Latin American premiere…
For many years, an internet game called “Whamageddon” has been popular among some virtual communities in the UK. Its rules are quite unusual and resemble an exciting quest: players must…
Scientists have calculated that Chris Rea’s journey, which inspired the popular 1986 song “Driving Home For Christmas,” caused 44 kg of carbon emissions. However, according to a team from the…
Many pages of the life of the founder, co-author, vocalist, and guitarist of the extraordinary band The Beatles, who opened the doors to British rock, have been documented and analyzed…
Children achieve better results in mathematics when they study it together with music. This conclusion was reached by scientists who analyzed nearly 50 years of research on the relationship between…
For four decades, the song Last Christmas, often called a ballad, has earned its reputation as one of the greatest holiday hits of all time. The video depicting friends’ trip…
Music critics and seasoned fans of song culture have noticed this trend: modern songwriters have largely abandoned the rich, mostly lyrical poetry beloved by great musicians of the recent past.…
The virtuoso pianist with 30 years of performance experience lived only 35 years and had already become the most famous European composer by the age of 20, achieving recognition in…
Did you know that vegetables can be not only eaten but also played as musical instruments? That’s exactly what the Vienna Vegetable Orchestra does—turning an unusual idea into music. Before…
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