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Mahalia Jackson grew up singing Gospel music. So it's no surprise that the rest of her life revolved around it too. From the time she was four years old until her death, she sang everywhere she could.
By Kassidy Emmerson | Published 12/7/2005 | Read more »
Latin American Music has been enriched by the contribution of native music traditions European folk music tradition as well as African music. Some of the popular Latin Music genres include Samba, Son, Salsa, Tango and Bossanova.
By Steve McMains | Published 1/5/2009 | Read more »
A list of 2008 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARD WINNERS
By R.B. | Published 11/24/2008 | Read more »
This article examines the impact of African-American music
By Ryan Sheeler | Published 3/2/2007 | Read more »
Chalk up another award for Brad Paisley. He walked away with the Favorite Country Male Artist award at the 2008 American Music Awards Monday night (November 23). It was his first nomination and his first win at the American Music Awards.
By saul relative | Published 11/24/2008 | Read more »
From Louis Armstrong to Macie Gray, raspy voices in American music are here to stay.
By Therese Mancevski | Published 7/18/2007 | Read more »
The American Music Awards went off jamming with performances back dropped by lights of multiple colors with what seemed to be a silver theme
By Meaghan Durance | Published 11/21/2007 | Read more »
In the America the fifties and sixties were two of the most influential decades of the 20th century, culturally and politically, and it was woven into popular music by some of the biggest names in the hitory of American music.
By Teresa Uczekaj | Published 2/10/2007 | Read more »
It was a massive night in Los Angeles as the American Music Awards took over the Nokia Theater. And afterwards Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo were spotted heading off to a swanky afterparty.
By GossipCenter.com | Published 11/24/2008 | Read more »
The nominees and performers were announced for the 2008 American Music Awards.
By Ryan Christopher DeVault | Published 10/14/2008 | Read more »
Universal Music Group and Sony BMG combine to account for 84% of the nominations at the American Music Awards and for 94% of the event's live performances. Coldplay is the only band that stands in their way of sweeping all of the awards.
By Eric Harty | Published 11/18/2008 | Read more »
Rihanna was spotted hard at work on the Nokia Theater stage last night (November 20), focused on her live performance this weekend at the American Music Awards.
By GossipCenter.com | Published 11/21/2008 | Read more »
Comedian and talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, recording artists Julianne Hough and Jesse McCartney announced the nominees for the 2008 American Music Awards in Beverly Hills in mid-October. Alicia Keys led all nominations with 5.
By saul relative | Published 11/22/2008 | Read more »
American Music Club were amongst the first post-punk bands to embrace more traditional styles while Eitzel's lyrics became increasingly personal and sophisticated.
By sid snugs | Published 11/7/2008 | Read more »
The American Idol machine was in full effect as Chris Daughtry & Carrie Underwood picked up three AMA's. Justin Timberlake & T.I received two awards. Rihanna, Akon, Bone Thugs & Harmony & Fergie were also winners.
By Abesi! | Published 11/19/2007 | Read more »
This article is a brief overview of music in America. From the early colonial days to today's hottest hits, America has a rich musical tradition.
By Sara Angelo | Published 3/3/2009 | Read more »
The debut album of David Archuleta sold well, but not well enough to grab the top of the album chart this week. Taylor Swift, country music's latest singing phenomenon, sold three times Archuleta's total.
By saul relative | Published 11/23/2008 | Read more »
The 2008 American Music Awards performances were outstanding. However, two singers stood out. Natasha Bedingfield and Leona Lewis, both from the UK, showed off their stellar vocal skills.
By Lyn Lomasi | Published 11/24/2008 | Read more »
Jazz pianist Harry Appelman's Duende Quartet just completed a tour of Turkey, the Middle East, Cyprus, Albania and Bosnia, sponsored by the United States Department of State in conjunction with Jazz at Lincoln Center. Read about his on the road experience.
By Carol Bengle Gilbert | Published 3/22/2007 | Read more »
Will.I.Am thanked fans and artists for keeping hip-hop progressive. Black Eyed Peas rocked the AMA's Tuesday night.
By Catherine Neal | Published 11/22/2006 | Read more »
Director Pan Nalin's feature, "Valley of Flowers" (www.valleyofflowers.com), filmed in the remote and high altitude region of the Himalayas, and in Japan, has its New York premiere on November 9, coming off a Grand Jury Prize win at the IFFLA in April.
By actorschecklist | Published 11/3/2007 | Read more »
In case you were watching Iron Chef, Sopranos reruns, or just dozed off during the AMA's.
By Christine Northern | Published 11/18/2007 | Read more »
In the 1960s a revolutionary voice came forward in American pop music. It was so powerful that its echoes still reverberate throughout the pop-music world. It was the musically rich, sophisticated, decade-dominating Bacharach sound.
By Darryl Lyman | Published 8/13/2007 | Read more »
The top American Songwriter of all time gains his position because of the contributions he made to American culture and for the joy he has given to generations of Americans.
By Lima | Published 2/8/2007 | Read more »
You probably never heard of any Asian-American musicians. It wasn't for their lack of effort however. While some are trying to make it in America, others are extremely popular idols in Asia.
By Otter | Published 4/25/2007 | Read more »
A list of 20 artists who influenced African American music.
By Cynthia C. Scott | Published 6/26/2007 | Read more »
These free music download sites offer more than free music, like getting connected to an artist, or even a venue for your own original tunes!
By Sabrina Young | Published 12/2/2008 | Read more »
What does a music therapist do? Find out everything you need to know about starting a career as a music therapist
By Writegrrl | Published 4/13/2007 | Read more »
A list of my top ten favorite songs by the great Louis Prima
By Kevin Mannis | Published 2/26/2008 | Read more »
In Wilberforce, Ohio, near Dayton, visitors to the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center can learn more about how Jim Crow laws kept African Americans from professional sports and how the right to vote was obtained.
By Mike White | Published 7/30/2007 | Read more »
The Gospel Music Channel is available in more than 43 million homes. I cherish the classic Christian hymns and new Gospel tunes that inspire us, give us hope, and help us keep our faith in God. Here are my top 10 favorite Gospel music video performances.
By Aly Adair | Published 3/7/2009 | Read more »
Chester, the unnofficial anthem of the Continental Army was written by William Billings, a colorful character.
By Ising,i.sing | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
Brad Paisley is one of country music's biggest stars. His albums have all went platinum or multi-platinum. He has scored 13 #1 hits on the country charts, nine in a row. And now he is going to appear on American Idol. Not too bad for West Virginia boy...
By saul relative | Published 3/18/2009 | Read more »
With American Idol: Season 8 kicking off I thought it would be fun to see how the previous winners have fared with fame and fortune. There have really only been two or three contestants each season who have taken their place among the famous.
By Christine Cameron | Published 2/21/2009 | Read more »
The African American music and dance, speech and strong personality carry the African American culture to play a pivotal role in their rich history, powerful literature, and political movements that revealed around the world.
By Bianca Cole | Published 10/2/2006 | Read more »
American Idol finished its 7th season, but ratings aren't the same. Here are my suggestions to revive the show.
By Will Stape | Published 5/29/2008 | Read more »
Charity Music brings joy to students, senior citizens, community groups, and military personnel. The vision of Roger Fachini is to cultivate the next crop of upcoming artists.
By Joe Poniatowski | Published 10/16/2007 | Read more »
Unlike many other forms of music, Jazz only started at the turn of the 20th century. However, it is one of the most complicated styles of music that blends a Western technique with an African American music style.
By Henry Lamb | Published 2/21/2007 | Read more »
African American history encompasses almost four hundred years of struggle, achievement and contribution to America and the world. Here are some websites where you can discover that history for yourself.
By Abe | Published 4/7/2006 | Read more »
Many healthcare professionals and researchers hold musical therapy in high esteem, but the physical effect of music is often overlooked.
By Deeha | Published 1/19/2009 | Read more »
David Cook and David Archuleta will take the American Idol stage one last time to fight it out for the title. Here's a closer look at the weaponry each performer brings to the American Idol stage for the final battle.
By Jo Brielyn | Published 5/18/2008 | Read more »
What's the connection of an ancient Chinese dynasty to possibly saving today's music industry through a new Google ad-based music service? You'll have to read to find out while you learn how the Chinese have been downloading music for a while...
By Greg Brian (Gregoriancant) | Published 8/12/2008 | Read more »
Latin American music has been influenced by various forms of music starting from European classical to American folk songs, African music to native music traditions.
By Steve McMains | Published 1/5/2009 | Read more »
Close scrutiny of the question reveals something far more sinister.
By Jesse Schmitt | Published 3/10/2009 | Read more »
The modern pioneer generations, who rose to fame between the early 1900s and the 1920s, were versatile singing entertainers with roots in live theater performances, especially vaudeville and Broadway.
By Darryl Lyman | Published 5/7/2007 | Read more »
American citizens want all those who want to become citizens to become citizens; this tract explains how
and what the illegal needs to change while waiting.
By K. Kemper | Published 5/4/2007 | Read more »
Red Hot Jazz is a music website specializing in pre-1930 jazz recordings
By Elliot Feldman | Published 5/23/2007 | Read more »
A brief bio of legendary rock musician Jimi Hendrix.
By Cynthia C. Scott | Published 4/20/2006 | Read more »
An article that discusses the annual Summer Fest of Milwaukee it's artists and events and pricing.
By Yona Gold | Published 4/9/2008 | Read more »
It's been two fast years since Carrie Underwood won season four of American Idol. In those two years she has won country awards, Grammys, and sold more than six millions copies of her debut. What is she up to now? Take a look as I get personal with the Idol superstar.
By CelebMusicEntertainment | Published 5/17/2007 | Read more »
How will musician Frank Zappa be remembered in time, or will he be remembered at all?
By Elliot Feldman | Published 6/11/2007 | Read more »
How do you think music has impacted our American Society? Read this paper I wrote for a Media Communication course, and see if you agree.
By Lucinda Watrous | Published 4/19/2007 | Read more »
Music is a part of most people's everyday lives. But the more specific techniques of music therapy can help individuals deal not only with stress, but perhaps with more serious issues as well.
By Peggy Adamik | Published 8/9/2006 | Read more »
Kanye West protested on stage at the MTV Europe Music Awards when he didn't win the award for Best Music Video. West's selfishness is supported by fans when they purchase his albums. Isn't it time that fans show Kanye that his outbursts aren't acceptable?
By Ryan Norris | Published 11/14/2006 | Read more »
The rise and n ow the peaking of what is called "Country Music" and how some of its major stars now cross over into other types of music to build sales
By Werner Haas | Published 11/19/2006 | Read more »
Starting in October, music for Christmas is displayed in almost every store that you walk into.
By carolyn stevens | Published 12/1/2006 | Read more »
What is cultural exchange anyway? Does it still count when it's unbalanced? How is it taking place in our globalizing world? Well, more often than not, in the form of television. American television.
By Terry Dip | Published 12/5/2006 | Read more »
Music critics said rap music wouldn't last. Record companies said it was too harsh and black-oriented. In twenty years, rap music has grown from its street beginnings in Harlem and the South Bronx.
By Jennifer Schermerhorn | Published 11/30/2005 | Read more »
A view of the music of the early 20th century through the perpective of certain major works of literature from that era.
By Patrick Jacobs | Published 1/17/2007 | Read more »
Digital music has opened a world of music, literally, to even the most timid listeners. Here are a few suggestions on how to get started.
By Mel Bergen | Published 3/23/2007 | Read more »
A nice selection of movie titles of music-related films as gift ideas.
By Ryan Sheeler | Published 11/29/2006 | Read more »
DSO inspires a reverie about 40 years of the Grateful Dead's special music that ranges into hippie culture, Dead solo projects, the nature of a tribute and more. Pull on your poncho and jump aboard Casey Jones' freewheeling train.
By Dennis Cook | Published 5/19/2005 | Read more »
American Idol each season sets out to find the next American Idol singing sensation. And the best is weeded out from the worst by the judges Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell.
By Cindy Wright | Published 3/28/2006 | Read more »
NBC cancelled the series American Dreams in 2004. The series wasn't a huge ratings hit, but had a loyal fan base and was a high-quality show for families
By Abe | Published 2/2/2006 | Read more »
The influence of Latino Music in Tallahassee has been widespread. This examines that influence in people of Latino and other descent through interviews and opinions.
By Sarva Deslauriers | Published 2/13/2006 | Read more »
Winston-Salem offers several choices for live music venues, ranging from the coliseum to small unknown venues in car garages.
By Andrea Braswell | Published 1/30/2006 | Read more »
Raleigh is a small, growing city in NC with a growing population of restaurants and night clubs that are attacting regional and national music to the area. Nearly every popular form of music can be found here on any weekend.
By Max O' Well | Published 1/9/2006 | Read more »
If the music is your priority, here are two Chicago neighborhood (Uptown, Logan Square) sound spots that put music on center stage, plus one in the Near West suburb of Berwyn, IL.
By Macaire Meals Stewart | Published 2/6/2006 | Read more »
Looking for the best live music venues in West Palm Beach? Look no further, the top three are listed here for you.
By Rose Alexis | Published 3/10/2006 | Read more »
Birmingham offers music fans many opportunities to hear live music. Small clubs provided entertainment nightly in all sorts of styles. Larger venues provide concert space for classical, pop and Broadway acts.
By Abe | Published 1/31/2006 | Read more »
Some of America's best-loved music wasn't written in this country. Two different songs were considered to be the national anthem. One flag-waving tune took 20 years to compose.
By The G-Man | Published 7/1/2005 | Read more »
Cleveland, OH is home to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. Where can people hear live rock or whatever other kind of music in Cleveland? It's a city with plenty of venues from which to choose.
By Abe | Published 1/30/2006 | Read more »
David Weingarden brings wide-ranging tastes to Swallow Hill, Denver's home for folk and roots music for 30 years
By Steve Graham | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
As Sgt. Pepper's defined the '60s and Nevermind defined the '90s, London Calling is the epitome of the 1980's.
By Christopher Butler | Published 2/20/2009 | Read more »
The classic prescription to cure any problem would be to listen to Smokey Robinson, and return to a simpler time when soul music was the focal point of our lives.
By alfonso coley | Published 3/12/2009 | Read more »
Here is a long list of e-books on various tribes which are free to anyone over the internet. Research Native American heritage, customs, traditions, etc.
By Amy B. | Published 11/18/2008 | Read more »
An indepth view on how soul grop Levert gave a voice to the past history and roots of R&B music.
By alfonso coley | Published 3/12/2009 | Read more »
This is a list of the best singers in today's country music charts.
By Cami Micheals | Published 11/18/2008 | Read more »
Celine Dion attended the taping of the World Music Awards and was presented with the Legend Award for her outstanding success around the globe.
By CelebMusicEntertainment | Published 11/6/2007 | Read more »
Professional musicians are people who make their livings playing it. These folks have day jobs to live a life that their music is an integral part of. They are on tour to share it.
By David A. Reinstein, LCSW | Published 11/24/2007 | Read more »
Tickets are now on sale for Movies Rock, a celebration of music's contribution to film. Several well-known music artists will be performing during the show.
By Sierra Koester | Published 11/26/2007 | Read more »
Jazz is one of the types of music distinctive to American culture...
By The Historian | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Carrie Underwood makes country music history with her second album, Carnival Ride.
By Sierra Koester | Published 11/2/2007 | Read more »
Don't get me wrong, I can see that there's a desire for 'black music' regardless of the musical genre or generation but it's still not enough and not always accurate...
By Savina EUCLID | Published 10/25/2007 | Read more »
The two best music festivals in the United States and where you can catch these top-notch musical performances.
By ACfreelancer | Published 7/29/2007 | Read more »
The Pop/Rock world is going through an interesting situation. More than just a few Pop/Rock artists and groups are deftly using jazz chord progressions in their songs without telling anybody. It's a secret...but pass it on...
By Greg Brian (Gregoriancant) | Published 7/27/2007 | Read more »
The 2007 San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival has passed (SFIAAFF) and the 2008 SFIAAFF will take place from March 13 to March 23 in San Francisco, Berkeley, and San Jose all located in Northern California and not far from each other.
By Can Tran | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
American Idol has done a good job of picking winners who went on to have great careers in the music business and even in Hollywood. But what about the people who did not win but are doing well in the talent industry anyway.
By A. Hermitt | Published 10/17/2007 | Read more »
Houston's rich music culture is often unrecognized, even by local residents. This article introduces some of the more distinctive genres, artists and resources in town, and I hope this inspires you to get out to some shows or at least turn on your radio.
By Briana Fitzpatrick | Published 11/26/2008 | Read more »
Many people feel that American Idol's season six real winner should have been Melinda Doolittle. Where is she now, and what's she doing these days?
By The Celebrity Dish | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
A concise history of the Grand Ole Opry and country music with a few insights for currents singers and songwriters on the scene in Nashville, namely Keith Urban.
By Joelle Jessica | Published 1/18/2008 | Read more »
This paper considers whether or not contemporary popular music is responsible for revitalizing religiosity in America.
By Rebecca LeMoine | Published 7/21/2008 | Read more »
Researchers have found that through out time music in many forms has aided the human body in healing, overcoming illness and for overall wellness.
By Linda StCyr | Published 7/24/2008 | Read more »
This is a review of artist Kenny Wayne Shepherd and his history and contributions to the blues world. The piece focuses specifically on his latest album "Ten Days Out: Blues from the Backroads" which holds contributions from many talented blues musicians.
By Brittany Saylor | Published 6/24/2008 | Read more »
This is an introduction to classic country music and it's roots.
By C.A. Pruit | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
When you get tired of the overly serious approach to rock music at the Hall of Fame in Cleveland, check out the Polka Hall of Fame.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 4/1/2008 | Read more »
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