In August 1992 a band was formed in Poway, California. This band had first come up with a lot of names such as Duck Tape and Figure 8. Finally, they decided on a name that has stayed the same for decades, Blink-182. This band put three boys together in high school and started with a Battle of the Bands at Rancho Bernardo High School. They started down low booking evening events at lodging and the YMCA centers around them. Blink-182 had their first release in 1995 called M+M's. Their very first single was a great hit and by the end of 1995 Blink-182 went on their first national tour. Their music is quite diverse, going from fast tempos and catchy melodies. These
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Holidays Have You Stressed Out? This Music Might Help Brighten your Mood!
I love holiday music and as one of the busiest season continues here are some songs to keep you in the spirit. Twenty-One Pilots came out with a Christmas original in 2020. This song was written and recorded during the pandemic. This song helped raise the cheer for the holiday during dark times in the past. The next song is Hanukkah Blessings by Barenaked Ladies. This song along with two others were released in 2005 for a different view of holidays. I find this song slower paced, but perfect for the holiday. Wrapping up the holiday season the song Christmastime by The Smashing Pumpkins. This song has slowly begun to rise in popularity again since it originally came out in
What happens in Vegas doesn’t always have to stay in Vegas.
Starting in 2001 an American alternative rock band formed named The Killers. This band has slowly taken some time to form a solid hardworking band. Since their beginning The Killers have released seven studio albums and reached the top spot on the UK Albums Chart over the years. This band is considered one of the biggest bands of the 21st century and has sold more than 28 million records worldwide, including 10.8 million in the United States alone. In 2010, The Killers were invited to the White House South Lawn by President Barack Obama for the second annual "Salute to the Military" United Service Organization concert for the Independence Day celebrations. The Killers have been nominated for seven Grammy Awards
Diving Into the Helpful Hands of The Revivalists.
I am a person who always enjoys heartwarming joyful songs. The Revivalists always makes my day when I listen to their music. This band has been together for 15 years. Their songs always represent struggles and enjoyable moments in their life. One of their songs from 2017 came out named "Good Old Days" and has a soulful group harmony. The song came to light during a late-night binge with two of the band members. One of the band members even connected the song to the caring of his daughter in later years during the pandemic. This group of men find many ways to help by donating funds, through their organization Rev Causes, to support communities, health, and the environment. Some
After More Than Three Decades this Band is Still Releasing Great Music!
One of the many high rated songs currently is The Wolf by Mumford & Sons. This song is an upbeat alternative pop rock genre. His voice is easily understandable, but the music is fast paced and intense. The song is very heartwarming and personal. The Wolf is a song of talking to a person who is going through a rough time. Mumford & Sons is a band that references faith and has many connections that can be recognized in this song. The meaning behind this song is the basis of Mumford wishing he could have saved his friend who left him and his faith. This song is amazing and has a great melody and rhythm. You don't need to believe
Lone Wolf
One of the many high rated songs currently is The Wolf by Mumford & Sons. This song is an upbeat alternative pop rock genre. His voice is easily understandable, but the music is fast paced and intense. The song is very heartwarming and personal. The Wolf is a song of talking to a person who is going through a rough time. Mumford & Sons is a band that references faith and has many connections that can be recognized in this song. The meaning behind this song is the basis of Mumford wishing he could have saved his friend who left him and his faith. This song is amazing and has a great melody and rhythm. You don't need to believe
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Get Your Groove On!
As the colder season comes these music choices are perfect to play when wanting to get up and dance. The first song is Waste A Moment by Kings of Leon. This song is very upbeat and a mixer of alternative and rock music. It is a song to dance to and have a fun time. This song fits in perfectly with the season and cannot stop listening to it! The second song that fit in this category is Human by Rag'n'Bone Man. This song is a soul alternative and rock song. The rhythm of the lyrics and music put together is amazing. I had to sing along with this song each time I listened to it. Great song to get
Let the Gh’oul Times Roll
As the spooky season is wrapping up, I want to give the top Halloween song. This song is "Haunted Halloween" by Field of Dreamers. A female artist that sings about all the components that are associated with this holiday. Topics that are associated to Halloween are witches, mummies, King Tut, and black cats. The chorus to this song gives me the spirit for Halloween and makes me want the holiday to come faster and faster. It has a great melody and is a song I find to be a get up and dance. The music and spooky sounds in the background are my absolute favorites. This wraps up October and the thankful season is approaching.
Spooktacular Hits for Halloween
Leading into the haunting holiday, I have some awesome Halloween Hits for the seasonal playlist. The first song is "Fraud" by Hooked Like Helen. This song is a faster passed song and the chorus of the song is my ultimate favorite. It is done by a female artist and has a bases of a liar. "That Dude Ghoul" by The Casanova Creep is a slower song and has a great rhythm. It is a song I associate with background music; however, it talks about the monsters that lurk around on Halloween. Next is "You Make Me Feel Like It's Halloween" by Muse. Muse made an amazing beat and melody for a song. It has an amazing chorus and sings about