#music-history

#music-history

John Fogerty was immensely talented, both as a songwriter and guitarist, but faced resentment from his brother Tom, leading to their bitter fallout and eventual estrangement.

Roland's TR-808 Rhythm Composer, now 45 years old, has evolved into a symbol of global rhythm culture, influencing hip-hop, techno, and trap music.

Eddie Palmieri's monumental 1969 album, Justicia, combined elements of funk, soul, and psychedelic rock with Cuban dance rhythms while addressing themes of racism and colonialism.

Billboard's year-end No. 1 singles from 1940 reveal a diverse array of major artists and hits, showcasing the evolution of popular music over decades.

Kids participated in crafting paper marionettes and enjoyed the loud lounge music of Juanita y Juan while being entertained by vintage marionettes and stories from the band.

"I Can Make It Better" was a bold, funky single that captured the essence of resilience and joy, resonating deeply during the challenging times of Reaganomics in 1981.

Spotify's obsession with the present moment has led to a disconnection from music's past, blurring the histories of genres like drum 'n' bass.

Connie Converse's music, tucked away and forgotten for decades, features intimate songs that felt advanced for their time and captivated listeners once rediscovered.

Miles Davis' 'Kind of Blue' revolutionized jazz, influencing all of music with its modal approach, showcasing a fun blend of rising and falling arpeggios in 'So What.'

The V&A has secured the archive of David Bowie, an extensive collection that spans six decades and includes more than 80,000 items including handwritten lyrics, letters, and more.

Creedence Clearwater Revival was quite possibly the finest singles band of the late 1960s and early 1970s, forming an instantly identifiable sound by blending blues, rock, psychedelia, and R&B.

People say Battle reminds them of some really good years for Britain as a country, entering a new millennium, where the underground record industry was thriving.