bands
Rock n' roll, boy bands, jazz trios, and more; the greats, newbies, and forgotten icons who create our favorite groups.
Guide to TXT (New BTS Junior Group)
TXT, the newest group from Big Hit Entertainment, recently debuted on March 4, 2019 with their first mini album, The Dream Chapter: STAR. The five-member boy group is now breaking records for rookie K-pop groups and is taking the world by storm. Below you can read about some of the members, and some facts about each of them.
By Zachary Barnett7 years ago in Beat
Fuel for Inspiration
The day started out normal like any other day. I stopped at my favorite gas station to get some coffee, then headed to the school where I studied and worked. I had a sense something was wrong. First, I thought it was because finals were on the way, so I just brushed it off. The news of Chester Bennington's death came from my fiancé Ian; he asked if I was okay. I wasn't sure why he was asking and told me to check the web. My first thought maybe a terrorist attack nearby since they were going on a lot since 2016. My heart sank when I saw it online: "Linkin Park frontman found dead," even till this day, I still feel like it isn't real. This event was a significant impact because I felt alone and lost thinking my muse was gone, my fuel, and my source.
By stephanie borges7 years ago in Beat
Hey, Hey, We're Criminally Underrated!
Over the years, many amazing and well respected musicians/bands have left their mark on the world. Beginning with a 1965 Newspaper ad, the music and television worlds were treated to a mix-up that would surely leave theirs. The Monkees debuted on NBC in 1966 with an endearingly odd and new style. It was fast paced, surreal, young, and downright absurd. The creation came from the minds of producers Bob Rafelson and Bert Schneider and that’s just what it was in the beginning, a prefabricated creation. The four young men who came to makeup the band had auditioned and were chosen for a television series. This was always something that separated the gang of Monkees from other bands & musical acts and is the origin to a larger problem. The Monkees have never fully been accepted and respected by the music community. In their heyday, they were looked down on, they were seen as juvenile, they were not considered a real band. They were what little brothers and sisters listened to and watched but never considered "real" music. The media criticized them for this plenty of times. But the fact of the matter is that the Monkees came onto the scene and did something wonderful with their music. It’s time they stop being overlooked because they are actually hidden gems. Davy Jones, Peter Tork, Mike Nesmith, and Micky Dolenz were criminally underrated as the Monkees and all on their own.
By Jaime Burbatt7 years ago in Beat
10 Bands Known for Bad Performances
There's a really weird phenomenon that I've noticed among mainstream musicians. After reaching a certain level of fame, they tend to become pretty terrible during live performances—often due to burnout, drug addiction, or sheer egotism.
By Buddy Brown7 years ago in Beat
Why Everyone Should Listen to the Aces
If you haven’t heard of the Aces, an all-girl electronic indie pop group, well, today is your lucky day! The Aces were formed by four best friends growing up in Provo, Utah: Cristal Ramirez (lead vocals, guitar), Alisa Ramirez (drummer), Makenna Petty (bass), and Katie Henderson (lead guitar, vocals).
By Kay Kindschy7 years ago in Beat
Simple Creatures - The Best Risk of 2019
Music is a truly wonderful thing. Appealing to anyone and everyone, it’s an art form that has the ability to connect people from all walks of life. Inclusive and diverse, there’s something out there for everybody, and a plethora of ways to connect with what you enjoy.
By Nathan Sartain7 years ago in Beat
Emo Isn't Dead
Ah yes, emo music. For many of us, when we think of "emo" we think the early 2000s, black, and My Chemical Romance. I'm here to tell you that emo music isn't dead—it's actually very much alive. The scene has changed, but it's still going strong with bands like Mom Jeans, Oso Oso, Niiice, and more.
By no longer here7 years ago in Beat
