Who is Oliver Anthony? Music and Politics Music Culture Music for a Cause Music News Music Trivia Song Lyrics by da jack hayford - August 20, 2023August 23, 20230 Oliver Anthony is the stage name of musician Christopher Anthony Lunsford, an unassuming man from Virginia, whose country song "Rich Men North of Richmond" has taken country music and conservative leaning news outlets by storm, propelling his streaming debut to the top or near the top of a number of
Randy Meisner: Another Eagle Flies Music Awards Music Business Music Culture Music History Music Legends Music News Music Trivia by da jack hayford - July 29, 2023August 5, 20230 In the world of rock and roll, there are legendary bands that have left an indelible mark on the music industry. The Eagles undoubtedly stand among these giants, and one of the foundational members who played a crucial role in shaping their signature sound is Randy Meisner. Sadly, Meisner died
“Try That In A Small Town” Controversy: Country Music’s Conundrum Music and Politics Music Culture Music History Number 1 Songs Song Lyrics by da jack hayford - July 20, 2023July 20, 20230 Country music has long been celebrated for its storytelling prowess, often drawing from real-life experiences and cultural mores. However, with the genre's mainstream success and increasing popularity, artists have occasionally found their "truths" embroiled in controversy. Such is the case surrounding Jason Aldean's #1 hit song, "Try That In A
The New Louis Armstrong Center: A Tribute to the Jazz Icon Music Business Music Culture Music Education Music History Music Legends by da jack hayford - July 12, 2023July 12, 20230 Louis Armstrong Home and Original Museum Louis Armstrong Home Museum on 107th Street in Corona, Queens, NY Louis Armstrong passed in 1971. His wife, Lucille, continued to live in their home on 107th Street in Corona, Queens, working to ensure that it became a National and New York Historic Landmark. Lucille
Who Wrote God Bless America? Music and Movies Music Culture Music History Music Trivia Song Lyrics Songwriting Special Occasion Music Spiritual Music by da jack hayford - June 19, 2023July 9, 20230 Irving Berlin 1906 Irving Berlin, by all accounts one of America's greatest songwriters, came to America in 1893 when his parents left Russia to escape persecution. Drafted into the Army in 1918, he was assigned to create songs for an Army show, Yip! Yip! Yaphank. (Yaphank, on New York's Long Island,
The Battle Hymn of the Republic Music and Movies Music and Politics Music Culture Music Education Music for a Cause Music in Commercials Music Trivia Spiritual Music TV Music by da jack hayford - June 15, 2023July 29, 20230 Mine Eyes Have Seen The Glory According to Wikipedia, "The original words and music [to The Battle Hymn of the Republic] were written in 1853 by South Carolinian William Steffe and was sung as a campfire spiritual. The catchy tune spread across the country, taking on many sets of new lyrics (most
Fun Things To Do In Nashville Music Culture Music Education Music Events Music Trivia Nashville by da jack hayford - May 22, 2023July 5, 20230 Don't Forget to Try the Famous Nashville Hot Chicken! Country Music Hall of Fame The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, located on Demonbreun Street in downtown Nashville, has been called the “Smithsonian of Country Music.” Renowned for its broad cultural impact, educational value, and unmatched collection of historically important artifacts
What is Strange Fruit About? Billie Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan in 1915, was a legendary American jazz singer known for her unique voice and emotive performances. Holiday had a difficult upbringing, growing up in poverty and experiencing abuse and neglect. She turned to music as an escape, and began singing in nightclubs in her early
American Idol and the Evolution of Talent Shows Since the 1930s, long before we became addicted to television (much less the Internet!), Americans have been mesmerized by "talent shows." What? American Idol isn't a recent phenomenon? Hardly. While talent competitions (and certainly Beauty Pageants) existed before the 20th century, it was radio, and then TV that hooked the public for good. The Original
Who Wrote the Words to Turn! Turn! Turn!? Well, that is a tough question. The iconic Turn! Turn! Turn! probably has a lot of co-authors. Folk Legend Pete Seeger Photo Courtesy of Billboard "Pete Seeger, along with the folk missionaries Leadbelly, Woody Guthrie, Lee Hays and Odetta, has sung authentic American folk songs for so many years that his own
Who is Sneaky Pete? No, not Sneaky Pete the TV crime series that ran from 2015-2019. We're talking about the legendary pedal steel guitar player "Sneaky" Pete Kleinow. Most people who have heard of Sneaky Pete know him as the incomparable pedal steel player of the also-legendary Flying Burrito Brothers, headed by (another legend!) Gram Parsons,
K-Pop Star Moon Bin Found Dead Music Culture Music News by da jack hayford - April 23, 2023April 24, 20230 Moon Bin, a rising star in the world of K-pop, was found dead at his home in Seoul, his management agency said on Thursday April 20, 2023, shocking fans and fellow performers alike. The 25-year-old artist, known for his stunning vocals and charismatic performances, had been at the forefront of
What is Jewel’s New Innerworld? Music Business Music Culture Music Education Music for a Cause Music News Spiritual Music by da jack hayford - April 7, 2023April 23, 20230 Photo Courtesy Biography.com/Getty My innerworld is where I go to create, to find my voice, to feel like I matter. Jewel Innerworld is a wellness company co-founded by the popular singer known as Jewel. It is an online virtual reality-based wellness center where people can use an anonymous avatar to access free mental
Can Country Music Lead America Out of Its Obsession With Guns? Music and Politics Music Business Music Culture Music Events Music for a Cause Music News Nashville by da jack hayford - April 6, 2023April 24, 20230 According to Ketch Secor, frontman for the alt-country music group Old Crow Medicine Show (which won a Grammy for best folk album in 2015), it's time for country music artists to step up to the plate on the issue of gun violence. In the wake of the March 27th, 2023,
What is Busking? Busk or Bust By Rhiannon Schmitt Many famous groups and superstars started their careers as buskers and moved on to further greatness. Examples include the music and acrobatics group Cirque Du Soleil, percussion sensation Stomp, comedians Bob Hope, George Burns and Robin Williams, actor Pierce Brosnan and musicians Rod Stewart, Dolly Parton, Eric
Who Won the iHeart Music Awards? Music Awards Music Culture Music Education Music Events by da jack hayford - March 28, 2023March 28, 20230 2023 iHeart Music Award Winners Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Drake, SZA, Bad Bunny, Doja Cat, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Morgan Wallen are among the winners of the varied musical categories featured in the 2023 iHeart Music Awards. For a complete list of nominees and winners, visit the iHeart Music Awards website. History
What is the Ultra Music Festival? Music Culture Music Events by da jack hayford - March 23, 2023March 23, 20230 Ultra Music Festival (UMF) is one of the biggest electronic dance music festivals in the world, held annually in Miami, Florida. The festival started in 1999 and has since grown to become a global phenomenon, attracting thousands of music fans from all over the world. The festival is known for
Dreamville Festival Raleigh NC Music Culture Music Events by da jack hayford - March 23, 2023March 23, 20230 Dreamville Festival is an annual music festival that takes place in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded by rapper J. Cole and his record label, Dreamville Records, the festival celebrates the rich musical heritage of the city and provides a platform for emerging artists to showcase their talent. The festival is a
What is the New Orleans Jazz Fest? Music Culture Music Events Music History by da jack hayford - March 22, 2023March 22, 20230 The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, also known as Jazz Fest, is one of the most iconic music festivals in the world. It has been held annually in New Orleans, Louisiana, since 1970, and has become a cultural celebration of the city's rich music heritage. The festival is a
Essence Festival of Culture Music Culture Music Events by da jack hayford - March 22, 2023March 22, 20230 The Essence Festival of Culture is an annual event that celebrates Black culture, music, and empowerment. The festival takes place in New Orleans, Louisiana, over a period of four days and features a lineup of renowned musical artists, keynote speakers, and cultural events. The festival attracts hundreds of thousands of
The History of Bonnaroo If you're a music lover, then likely you have heard of Bonnaroo. This four-day music and arts festival is one of the most popular in the United States, attracting thousands of fans from around the world each year. But what makes Bonnaroo so special, and why do so many people
First Rock and Roll Record? Bill Haley The genesis of rock and roll: Where and when did it all begin? Some have claimed that Elvis Presley's 1954 cover of bluesman Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup's "That's All Right" is the definitive first rock and roll recording. Others trace the "first" R&R record back to 1951 and a
Remembering CBGB’s CBGB was a New York City music club opened in 1973 by Hilly Kristal in Manhattan's East Village. The club was previously a biker bar and before that was a dive bar. The letters CBGB were for Country, BlueGrass, and Blues, Kristal's original vision, yet CBGB soon became a famed venue of punk rock and new wave bands like Ramones, Television, Patti Smith Group, Blondie, and Talking Heads. From
Blowing Taps By DA Jack Hayford I missed a note under pressure. It's something you don't like, but it's something that can happen to a trumpet player. You never really get over it. Sergeant Keith Clark, Principal Bugler of the U.S. Army Band Army Bugler Playing Taps I played trumpet in junior high and high
What is Blues Music? Blues Guitar—A Brief History By Griff Hamlin In the 1920’s and 1930’s, blues guitar players like Blind Lemon Jefferson, Son House, Robert Johnson, and Lonnie Johnson were the influential performers of the day. They used a slide which was often made out of a knife blade or the broken or sawed off
How Baseball Destroyed Disco Wanna know how baseball destroyed disco? In the mid-1970s, the popular but also belittled style of music known as "disco" began to pulsate from urban centers and permeate the popular music mainstream. The infamous Studio 54 in New York City was a notable trend-setting Disco Club. (The owners ultimately went to prison for tax evasion.) "The
What is the YMCA? When I was growing up in the sixties the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) was not known as a fitness place. It was known as a refuge for young men homeless, or just needing a cheap place to stay for the night. "The Y" was like a budget hotel for
What is the Legacy of Phil Spector? The Phil Spector Legacy Phil Spector Phil Spector, creator of the famous "Wall of Sound" production style emulated by many (most notably Brian Wilson), was born in New York as Harvey Phillip Spector. From high-school on, Spector insisted on being called Phil Spector (and even had his name legally changed in the
Woodstock ’69 – We Were There Written by Jimmy "Muffin" Yessian Jimmy "Muffin" Yessian The music world and songwriting community lost a great friend/talent/ambassador on August 31st, 2021. Jimmy was known by hundreds if not thousands as an inspirational writer and mentor. He will be greatly missed. --EIM We were there. It was August 14th 1969 7pm. My father
Who is the Godfather of Soul?: James Brown by Jack Hayford, Editor A musician friend of mine stopped by my house recently while I was fooling around with a clav (clavinet) sound on my keyboard. I awkwardly pecked through the notes of the classic riff played by Stevie Wonder on his song "Superstition." My friend said, "man that was the