Here are some frequently asked questions we get about the music industry. Naturally, we’ve answered them all for you already. Please share the answers with other musicians. :)
One of the most significant advantages of modern music technology is the arrival of digital formats. Whether you download your tracks or stream them, music has never been as accessible as it is now. Lossless audio has made listening to digital music an even better experience. Diehard audiophiles might tell you that there’s a noticeable…
You may have heard of Emo music as a genre or an aesthetic fashion trend in the 2000s. As a fashion trend, you may think of long hair covering one or both eyes, skinny jeans and studded belts, and black hoodies over dark band t-shirts. But all of that sprung from a music genre with…
Rock music is one of the broadest genres of music to exist, so attempting to define it is difficult. One way to understand the genre is to understand the history of rock music, the pioneers, the influencers, and the current events of that time. Like many genres of music, rock music began as a medium…
Grunge music was popular in Seattle, Washington, in the 1980s, long before it reached mainstream popularity. Bands like Alice in Chains and Pearl Jam became popular playing locally and started to have some mainstream success by 1990. Nirvana’s second album in 1990 made the band, and grunge music in general, famous. Its success took an…
Gospel music is one of the oldest and most influential musical genres. You can see gospel music’s footprint virtually everywhere, from modern rock and roll to blues. Although it might seem similar to contemporary Christian music, gospel has its own flair and style, often focusing on perseverance in the face of obstacles.
Have you ever wondered, “what is sheet music?” It’s an interesting question, and it may seem obvious to some musicians. However, there’s a lot more to sheet music than meets the eye. Before you make any assumptions, consider what goes into a piece of music and how the current notation system came to be.
As one of the broadest and most popular genres of music today, many songs are called “techno” without any clear indication of why. It’s easy to get confused when looking at techno as a genre and figuring out what actually fits in the given definition. Luckily, that’s what guides are for.
Country music has evolved over its history, incorporating other genres of music such as folk, pop, and rock. Much of country music centers around guitars and strong vocals. Country songs range from bluesy ballads to upbeat tunes that are great for the dance floor. This article explores the origins of country music and some of…
Bethel Music has defined the soundtrack of contemporary Christian worship. You can hear it in churches, revivals, youth groups, and wherever evangelical Christians are gathered. Read on to learn more about the origins and evolution of this unique brand of spiritual music.
When wrestling with the question of what choral music is, a good rule of thumb is that if it features a choir, it’s choral. That said there’s a lot more to it than just that. So let’s explore; what is choral music?
If you’re new to jazz, you may find yourself asking, “What is jazz music?” As with so many things in life, the answer is more complicated than you expect. There are many good jazz music definitions, but the fact is that there are as many different kinds of jazz as there are jazz musicians. As…
So, what is hip hop music? Hip hop is more than music. It’s a culture that was cultivated within inner cities of the United States but has become a worldwide powerhouse, influencing modern music and generations to come. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you ever wanted to know about the history, genre, and culture…
R&B music is one of the most popular genres today. Even folks unfamiliar with its history will still recognize the top R&B names today, such as Beyonce, Bruno Mars, or Alicia Keys. R&B began as an expressive musical style in the urban Black communities across America in the 1940s. From there, it evolved to become…
As the song goes “House music is a universal language spoken and understood by all” Chuck Roberts gave us a prayer that perfectly described house music and the culture that surrounds it. From humble beginnings to a worldwide phenomenon, house music is everywhere today. What makes house music amazing and how did it become such…
From its roots in West African tradition to its surfacing in the Bronx and its emergence in pop culture, rap has a deep and vast history. Through its 30 years of evolution, hip-hop and rap continue to endure public debate and critique. Controversy is reasonable, as rappers commonly produce work with profane, misogynistic, and violent…