60s music
Groove along to Beat Media's breakdown of the bands, artists, songs and culture that defined the 60s.
Zappa Had a Fall
I claim innocence. It was a long week-end, and I had just finished reading a book that I needed to return to the library. I had not been there for a few weeks, and I was not borrowing albums the way I used to - thank you, Spotify - and I sort of wandered around trying to decide what to do with myself. In the stacks, I went blindly through certain compilations and found a stack of CDs that went back to my childhood, teenagedom, and my imagination. And then I found an interesting box set: 'The Mothers 1971'.
By Kendall Defoe 3 years ago in Beat
Two Talented Guys Named Bob
Start writing...One of the greats in the music world Bob Dylan is an American musician, singer, songwriter, artist and writer. He has been a most influential figure popular in both the musical and cultural world for over five decades. His most popular and best-known works came out in the 1960s. Among his well-known early songs are “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “The Times They Are a-Changin”. Both of these songs became anthems for the U.S. Civil Rights and Anti-War movements.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Beat
Shape of You
Ed Sheeran is one of the most popular singer-songwriters of our time, known for his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. Born on February 17, 1991, in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, Ed Sheeran grew up in a family that loved music. His parents, John and Imogen Sheeran, were both art lovers and his father was a curator at an art gallery. Ed was exposed to a variety of musical genres from an early age, including folk, country, and rock. He started playing the guitar at a young age and quickly developed a passion for music.
By Openee Article 3 years ago in Beat
Great Rhythm and Blues Sound
The Drifters It’s real nice music and it has the American doo-wop sound. The Drifters are an American doo-wop and R&B soul vocal group. Having a rough time at the beginning they gave the public 13 hits which became a part of the Hot 100 Top 30 Chart hits.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Beat
Eight Miles High: The story of the Byrd's psychedelic masterpiece
The Byrds are one of the most popular and enduring bands in rock and roll history. Although their time in the spotlight lasted for a short period in the mid-1960s, the Byrds are considered by critics as one of the most influential rock acts of their time.
By Hamilton Neill3 years ago in Beat
Telstar - The Mad Genius Of Joe Meek
Joe Meek Introduction Apparently, the first song that I ever liked according to my uncle Trevor was "Hound Dog" by Elvis Presley, I was three at the time and a picture was taken of me with curly blonde hair but I have not been able to track it down, though my sister Yvonne has all our old photographs which I have scanned, but that one is sadly missing.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Beat
SONGS
Songs have been an integral part of human culture for thousands of years. They serve as a medium for self-expression, storytelling, and communication of emotions. From the earliest forms of musical expression like folk songs and ballads to the complex musical productions of today, songs have played a crucial role in shaping our cultural identity and providing a soundtrack to our lives.
By Pranav Sharma3 years ago in Beat
