60s music

Groove along to Beat Media's breakdown of the bands, artists, songs and culture that defined the 60s.

History of Music
History of Music Music has been a part of human culture for thousands of years, with evidence of musical instruments dating back to ancient civilizations. Throughout history, music has played a significant role in religious ceremonies, celebrations, and as a form of entertainment. In the 19th and 20th centuries, new technologies such as the phonograph and radio led to the widespread dissemination of music and the rise of popular music.
By yasir saleem3 years ago in Beat
Ever heard of Meute?
If you're a fan of electronic music and brass instruments, then you're in for a treat with the Hamburg-based band, Meute. This innovative band has been making waves in the music scene since 2011 with their unique blend of techno and brass instruments.
By Baris Ovali3 years ago in Beat
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MELODY SONG
Music is a universal language that has the power to evoke a wide range of emotions in listeners. One of the key elements that contributes to this emotional impact is melody. Melody, or the sequence of musical notes that make up a song, plays a crucial role in how we perceive and respond to music. In this article, we will explore the psychology of melody in songs and understand how it can be used to evoke specific emotions, memories, and associations in listeners.
By chethan sencha3 years ago in Beat
Rolling Through the Week
Monday songs deserve two mentions one is the all-time popular “Monday Monday” by The Mamas and Papas and the other is “Manic Monday” by The Bangles.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Beat
Beck's Bolero
Introduction Jeff Beck died aged 78 on Tuesday 10th January 2023 after “suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis”, and it is a sad loss to the world of music.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Beat
Invoking the Candelabra
Among the artifacts of the Liberace Museum Collection is a magnificent grand piano which dates from 1830, known as the Royal Bosendorfer. One of the finest pianos of the romance era, it was famously played by composers Robert Schumann, Johannes Brahams, and Franz Liszt - a favorite of Liberace.
By Jonathan Warren3 years ago in Beat
The Psychology of Sad Songs. Top Story - January 2023.
When all hope is gone, you know sad songs say so much. — Elton John Sad songs have long been a staple in music, with many people turning to them in times of sadness or heartbreak. But why do we find solace in listening to songs that make us feel worse? Well, it turns out there are distinct psychological mechanisms behind our preference for sad music.
By Donna L. Roberts, PhD (Psych Pstuff)3 years ago in Beat
4 Bands Created By The Merger Of Other Bands
When we think of a band, we imagine several musically inclined individuals banding together to form a single group. However, there has been a rarer set of cases where we have seen separate bands coming together under one shared name over the years.
By Isa Nan3 years ago in Beat
5 MORE Forgotten Members Of Iconic Bands
As I said before, while some groups live on forever, some of their members may fall by the wayside. After all, every successful band tends to undergo several line-up changes before eventually finding that formation that catapults them into immortality.
By Isa Nan3 years ago in Beat
Theory of Music
Music theory is the study of the principles and practices of music. It involves understanding how music is composed, written, and performed, as well as the underlying mathematical and scientific principles that govern these processes. In this article, we will explore the basics of music theory, including its history, key concepts and terms, and the ways in which it is studied and taught.
By P G3 years ago in Beat
Popular Singers Named Neil
With a career that stretches over 55 years and having sold millions of records, Neil Sedaka is a popular American pop/rock singer, pianist, and composer. Upon graduating high school Neil Sedaka and some of his classmates created a band The Tokens. They were popular regionally and had some hits.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Beat
Dance Me to the End of Love
Let’s step into the very first week of 2023 dancing! Hope you all have a healthy and progressive and successful year! “Dance (While the Music Still Goes On)” by Swedish pop group ABBA was written by group members Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus. It is on their second album Waterloo which was released in 1974. The title track of this album won ABBA the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest and launched their career.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Beat