The origins of rap-rock: What was the first song to blend rock and hip-hop?
Exploring the origins of rap-rock, which blended elements of hip-hop with rock and roll, pioneered by early artists like The Clash or Blondie during the 1980s.
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3 Big-Name Artists Who Transitioned From Rappers to Country Stars
Certain music is just of the people. While classical music and opera can be for high society and rock music can be for those ...
In the age of on-demand streaming, have solo stars killed off bands for good?
Despite decades of band culture, new research suggests that the golden era of rock 'n' roll may be over. Nirvana. Guns N' ...
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5 worthy artists never nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's nominating committee is meeting this month to put together the ballot for 2025. The intrigue: Several repeat nominees will surely reappear, but what about artists the ...
RiverBeat Music Festival artist lineup revealed for 2025
Mempho Presents released the artist lineup for the second annual RiverBeat Music Festival in Tom Lee Park, happening May 2-4, ...
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40 Years Later: Run DMC Bring Guitar/Drums Instrumentals To Hip Hop Forefront With ‘King Of Rock’
It’s funny how the idea of a king of rock has become such a controversial conversation. Ask ten people who they believe rules ...
JAY-Z Wanted Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Rebrand, Called Rock “Dead”
JAY-Z asked the chairman to consider a name change before his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021.
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Syracuse Playlist: Hear 200 songs by Central NY rock, rap, and more artists
You can hear 200 songs by Central New York artists on the “Syracuse Playlist” right now. Each month, we share the latest in rap, rock, folk, R&B, country, pop, alternative, EDM, jazz ...