by Manuel Marino | Culture, History, Music
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The word “techno” has become popular in recent times, referring to a genre of music that has been around for quite a while and is now taken somewhat for granted. Techno is essentially the foundation of contemporary dance music House Music - A Fast Developing Trend inside Music business - House Music: A Synthesized Electronic Dance Genre House is a synthesized electronic dance genre that emerged in the mid-1980s. It originated in Chicago, where it was first produced by DJs in local clubs, drawing inspiration from a variety of music styles such as funk, dance, and disco. The origin of the name "house music" is… and has gained significant notoriety in a relatively short period of time. So where did it originate from, and how did it achieve such rapid recognition? Here’s a brief history.
As is often the case with music, it was a small group of individuals who developed the techno sound and built it from the ground up. The Belleville 3 – Juan Atkins, Kevin Saunderson, Derrick May – along with their high school friend Eddie Fowlkes, were the pioneers who brought techno into existence. As teenagers, they were fans of funkadelic music, including … ...Read the rest.
“A Brief History of Techno”
by Manuel Marino | Drums, Music
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Electronic drums have gained immense popularity among musicians today, but this wasn’t always the case. In fact, they initially had a bit of a negative reputation. The early models didn’t sound realistic enough compared to the powerful sounds of acoustic drums Warm-up Moves Ahead Of Playing The Drums - If you aspire to be a drummer, it's essential to consider that before you start playing, you must first engage in warm-up exercises. Typically, warm-up activities for drumming involve practicing drum rudiments or rolls. That said, if you want your body to be prepared when playing the drums, it's crucial to warm up physically. It's… , and they lacked the authentic look and feel of their acoustic counterparts. In fact, the very first models that emerged in the 1980s sounded more like Star Wars effects than actual drums. However, thanks to advancements by leading companies such as Roland, Yamaha, Alesis, and Simmons, this perception has completely changed. Let’s take a look back at the evolution of electronic drums.
The concept of the electronic drum was conceived by Graeme Edge of The Moody Blues in 1971. Together with Professor Brian Groves, Edge developed the first functional electronic drum kit. … ...Read the rest.
“History of Electronic Drums”
by Manuel Marino | Music
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If you ask somebody about 80’s Music, it doesn’t always evoke pleasant memories in terms of musical quality. The general perception is that the 60s was the era when rock music truly blossomed, while the 70s was dominated by disco music. The 60s had iconic bands like the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, and the Who, along with many other influential groups that shaped the landscape of modern rock as we know it today.
80’s Music, unfortunately, receives less recognition from the masses, but experts argue that it doesn’t deserve such unfair treatment. Tears for Fears, one of the best bands of the 80s, produced worldwide hits like “Shout” and “Everybody Wants to Rule the World.” In reality, the 80s gave birth to many incredible songs, but it doesn’t receive the level of appreciation it deserves compared to other musical eras.
There was no shortage of contemporary pop bands in the 80s either. Artists like Pet Shop Boys and Depeche Mode emerged with hits like “West End Girls” and “Route 66,” respectively. Cult groups like The Cure also thrived during that time, and they influenced many famous artists. Psychedelic Furs, whose track “Pretty in Pink” achieved tremendous success, … ...Read the rest.
“80’s Music – What Do We Know About It?”
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