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De La Soul’s Posdnuos Says Head Injury Inspired ‘Plug Tunin’’ Cadence

De La Soul‘s Posdnuos has shared a story that reveals a head injury is to thank for the group’s 1988 single, “Plug Tunin’.”Art Official Intelligence Radio with De La Soul on Apple Music 1 is a special five-episode series hosted by Posdnuos and Maseo. While recalling the song and his clever wordplay on the show’s first episode with guests Prince Paul and Queen Latifah, Pos explained its unlikely origins.“The cadence […]

todayMarch 23, 2024 3

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Tyler, The Creator Says Eminem, JAY-Z & Nas Inspired Odd Future

Tyler, The Creator has opened up about the inspiration behind Odd Future, naming Eminem, JAY-Z and Nas as guiding lights for his former group.The Grammy-winner appeared on the latest episode of De La Soul‘s Apple Music 1 show Art Official Intelligence Radio this week to celebrate the 35th anniversary of their classic album, 3 Feet High and Rising.During the conversation, Tyler reflected on coming of age in the early 2000s […]

todayMarch 15, 2024 4

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DJ Premier Recalls Convo That Inspired Gang Starr’s ‘Hard To Earn’

DJ Premier has shared the story behind the title of Gang Starr‘s Hard to Earn on the album’s 30th anniversary.In an Instagram post on Friday (March 8), the veteran producer said the project’s name came from a conversation with the duo’s other member, the late rhymer Guru.“Guru asked me to name this LP. He always comes up with dope titles so I didn’t think that I needed to, that’s his lane,” […]

todayMarch 8, 2024 1

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Paul McCartney Reveals ‘Yesterday’ Lyrics Inspired by His Mother

Paul McCartney has looked back on the creation of his Beatles’ classic "Yesterday," revealing that several of the song’s lines were subconsciously inspired by his mother.“Yesterday” ranks among the most recognizable songs in history, with lyrics expressing a sentiment of sorrow and regret. For years, McCartney rejected the notion that “Yesterday” had been inspired by his mother, who died in 1956 when the future Beatle was only 14. However in […]

todayFebruary 26, 2024

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Lil Jon’s Meditation Album Was Inspired By Divorce & Turning 50

Lil Jon has credited two major life moments with inspiring his unlikely new meditation album.In an interview with XXL following his recent appearance at Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show, the crunk legend shed light on his upcoming project which is called Total Meditation.Jon explained how divorcing his wife and turning 50 — both of which happened in the last few years — has led him down a different path, both […]

todayFebruary 14, 2024 2

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How the Beatles’ ‘Ed Sullivan’ Debut Inspired 25 Future Rockers

When the Beatles performed on The Ed Sullivan Show on Feb. 9, 1964, they completely changed the trajectory of music and culture as we know it.More than 73 million Americans watched the Beatles that night, roughly 38% of the country's population at the time. Among the legions or adoring viewers were future rock stars, many of whom were significantly impacted by the legendary performance.The Fab Four's first Sullivan gig didn't just signal the start […]

todayFebruary 9, 2024 1

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The music videos that inspired Drew Barrymore

(Credits: Far Out / Alamy) Mon 4 December 2023 18:45, UK It’s a lesser-known fact that Hollywood royalty Drew Barrymore is actually a bit of an indie-head. By day, she embodies grace and glamour. By night, she enjoys a sweaty venue and witnessing a live indie band. Since a young age, music has been an essential aspect of Barrymore’s life. The Go-Go’s held her initial fascination, with the actor even […]

todayDecember 5, 2023

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Hayley Williams confirms Jimmy Fallon inspired Paramore’s music: “It was so good!”

Hayley Williams has revealed US talk show host Jimmy Fallon was an unlikely inspiration behind Paramore‘s music. It comes as Paramore released their remix album ‘Re: This Is Why’ today (October 6), which honours artists who have either influenced the members or who the band have gone on to inspire. In a new appearance on The Tonight Show discussing the album, host Jimmy Fallon asked the frontwoman about her early […]

todayOctober 6, 2023 2

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Church Choral Regal Performances Inspired My Love For Music — Samuel | The Guardian Nigeria News

By Daniel Anazia 23 September 2023   |   3:28 am For Oluwarotimi Samuel, growing up in an Anglican family and watching the church choir treat worshippers from different backgrounds and denominations with their hymnals, discipline, regality, and coordination fuel his love with music..... For Oluwarotimi Samuel, growing up in an Anglican family and watching the church choir treat worshippers from different backgrounds and denominations with their hymnals, discipline, regality, […]

todaySeptember 23, 2023 4

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