60s music
Groove along to Beat Media's breakdown of the bands, artists, songs and culture that defined the 60s.
Hinky Dinky Parlez Vous
No I am not speaking some strange language. I just got to thinking about what people enjoyed listening to before rock and roll came along and through two World Wars. Oh yes, as horrible and as frightening as it might seem there were plenty of songs and a lot of music to like but there was no rock and roll. However people did survive and they also danced and enjoyed themselves.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Beat
The Role of Music in Our Lives
Humans devote ample time to producing and listening to music. What music offers to humans is universally valued. This universality raises the question of the origin of human musicality. What is music for, and why does every human culture have it? Current theories focus on emotion regulation, social cohesion, such as group bonding, or the bond between parents and children, and communication. Here are six main reasons why we appreciate music (Spitzer, 2021).
By The Business Guardianabout a year ago in Beat
How Does Music Evoke Emotion?
Music is remarkable in its ability to evoke profound emotions — chills and thrills — in listeners. And being emotionally moved by music is an inherently pleasurable experience. Most music listeners use emotional expression as the most important factor in valuing music and the decision to buy a song (Juslin, 2019). How does music move us?
By The Business Guardianabout a year ago in Beat
My Harvest Vinyl Collection
Introduction I can't remember for certain the first Harvest record that I bought. My brother bought "Black Night" by Deep Purple and I then bought "In Rock" because both records shared the song "Speed King" which I always wanted to sing live, but, so far, have not had the opportunity. "In Rock" is back in my vinyl collection along with the ones I have included in the lead photograph, and this is a playlist of songs from Harvest Label records that are in my vinyl collection.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Beat
They Got The Blues
Introduction I was listening to an album on the roots of Jimi Hendrix and the first song on was "Killing Floor" by Howlin' Wolf. Then I thought that Blues singers often had such excellent alternate names. Mckinley Morganfield became Muddy Waters although is real name was something special too.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Beat
Sad Christmas Songs Say So Much
Some people listen to all kinds of Christmas music and others carefully choose what they like to hear. There is nothing wrong with listening to these beautiful but sad Christmas songs if your heart aches for someone. Even sad songs bring memories shining through and can even make us smile when we remember. So I hope your Christmas will be merry and bright and enjoy these poignant songs. I have sandwiched them between two of the most beautiful that are favorites of mine beginning with “Blue Christmas” by Elvis and ending with “Pretty Paper” by Roy Orbison.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Beat
So What Is Psychedelic In Music?
Introduction This is a definition taken from Google: Psychedelia is a style or aesthetic encompassing a range of art, music, and dress associated with the 1960s psychedelic subculture. The term can also refer to the altered state of consciousness experienced by people using psychedelic drugs like LSD, mescaline, and psilocybin. Characteristics Music Distorted electric guitar, Indian instruments like the sitar and tabla, electronic effects, and elaborate studio effects Art Distorted, surreal visuals, bright colors, full spectrums, and animation Dress Style of dress associated with the 1960s psychedelic subculture
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Beat
Laugh During the Holidays
During the holidays we can always use good cheer so it is great that we can also find amusing Christmas songs. No tears listening to these songs just a jolly good time. So set up the egg nog, turn on the music, and get ready to rock around the Christmas tree.
By Rasma Raistersabout a year ago in Beat
'The Beach Boys' Christmas Album'
In 1963, Brian Wilson attended sessions for Phil Spector's Christmas Album, A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector. He even played a piano track for the song "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" which Spector later removed. To this day Brian claims it as his favorite album. In December of 1963, The Boys released the perennial Christmas favorite "Little Saint Nick" a yuletide re-write of "Little Deuce Coupe" recorded on October 20th of 1963 at United Western Recorders. In June of 1964 Brian decided to record an entire album of Christmas songs. Opening with the aforementioned St. Nick. The version of "Little St. Nick" on the Christmas album removed the notable sleighbell and glockenspiel overdubs from the 63 version to make the sound consistent with the rest of the album.
By Sean Callaghanabout a year ago in Beat
A Playlist Of Positivity
Introduction A song came on and I thought that makes me feel good, why not do a playlist of songs like this, and the first four songs that came to mind all involved Mick Jones. Then I started to think maybe I should choose one and do a Mick Jones playlist but I have decided to include them here.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Beat
