The 1970s marked a pivotal moment for the UK’s music landscape, with bands at the forefront of a cultural revolution. Their music wasn’t just groundbreaking; the bands’ distinctive styles and flamboyant appearances significantly contributed to their allure. Despite critiques of their fashion choices, the chart-topping hits were undeniable, setting new records almost … Read more
Like any decade, the ‘90s had its share of musical greats – the popularity of hip-hop as a cultural force to be reckoned with, the abundance of catchy dance hits, and the influx of poppy girl and boybands (Backstreet Boys, Spice Girls, NSYNC, TLC, etc.). But what dominated the ‘90s music scene … Read more
Blink-182 is a Southern-Californian punk rock band formed in 1992. The group emerged from the punk scene of the early ‘90s and gained notoriety for their high-energy shows and irreverent lyrical toilet humor. Blink-182 is notable for its humorous lyrics that can often be uplifting. Blink 182 is one of the most … Read more
During the 1970s, a new form of rock music was formed in the United States and United Kingdom – called Indie Rock. Indie Rock rooted in the word indie, which initially means “independent” record labels. Indie rock bands and artists take pride in their work and don’t focus on having mainstream success. … Read more
The 1980s were a time of big hair, bright clothes, and music that changed the world. Among the many sounds of the decade, alternative bands stood out for doing things differently. These bands weren’t afraid to experiment with new styles and ideas, creating music that still feels fresh today. From the jangly … Read more
Punk or punk rock is a music genre that became popular in the mid-‘70s in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Punk got its roots from garage rock and proto-punk music. This genre typically produced fast-paced songs that had hard-edged singing styles and melodies and they often featured stripped-down instrumentation … Read more
The band’s career at a glance Blondie is an American punk/new wave band, formed in New York City in 1974. The band achieved hits such as “Heart Of Glass”, “One Way Or Another”, “Dreaming”, “Call Me”, “The Tide Is High” and “Rapture”. The band split in 1982 and reunited in 1997; two … Read more
Formation of the band, stint at CBGB, and first album In 1974, the group that would be the Ramones was formed in the neighborhood Forest Hills, Queens in New York City, New York. Originally, the group consisted of a trio of vocalist/drummer Joey Ramone (born Jeffrey Hyman in 1951 – died 2001), … Read more
The Clash had undergone a lot of personnel changes, but the classic lineup consisted of leader Joe Strummer (vocals, guitar; born John Graham Mellor in 1952 – died 2002), Mick Jones (vocals, lead guitar; b. 1955), Paul Simonon (bass, backing vocals; b. 1956) and Nicky “Topper” Headon (drums; b. 1955). The band … Read more