Mary Louisa Cappelli, MFA, JD, PhDinSongstories·1 day agoUkraine’s Kalush Orchestra wins the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest“Help Ukraine” — Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra wins the 66th Eurovision Song Contest at the Pala Olimpico in Turin, Italy, with their powerful song, “Stefania,” which became an anthem in the war against the Russian invasion. Last year, the podium went to the Italian group Måneskin, whose songs “Beggin” & ‘I Wanna Be Your…Ukraine3 min read
Gaurav Krishnan·2 days ago‘In The Shadows’— My Latest Single Explores The Bombay Night & Darker Themes“I dance around the pit, the darkness is beneath…..” — Thom Yorke (Radiohead) on ‘Lotus Flower’ There’s something about the onset of the night, that I’ve always felt comfort in; a longing satisfied, a thirst quenched. The mysterious night that follows the brightness of day. …Music4 min read
John McElhenneyinMy Creative Life·2 days agoMuse and Musical AmbitionsThere are three parts to songwriting. The music (tune, harmony, instruments, players) The words (idea for the song, an image, a story, a title, a chorus that won’t let go.) The recording (is the gear ready to go? …Music2 min read
Mustapha Garuba·3 days ago6 Golden Songwriting Rules For BeginnersSongwriting for many beginners or up and coming acts sounds like a very scary thing although I don’t claim to be a pro or to have mastered the art of songwriting I’m glad I can say I’m no longer in a position where I find the topic songwriting scary or…Music4 min read
Mary Beth Orr·4 days agoThe Healing Tree — Trauma #1 Waking UpA Blog and Community dedicated to healing in all its forms (My name is Mary Beth Orr. I am a professional horn player and currently 3rd Horn in the Grand Rapids Symphony. The following is my story in hopes it may be a helpful resource.) The following is the first…Healing From Trauma9 min read
Jason Edmunds·6 days agoPiano Lessons: My Teenage Maestro DreamsWas my piano teacher’s advice about my piano playing skills, a kind or a harsh life lesson? — As a teenager, I enrolled in piano lessons at school. Excitement bubbled over. In my dreams, I could see myself on stage. A piano maestro performing splendidly. “Aha, what a dream vision.” Fast forward… Six months later… My piano teacher decided to have a progress chat with me after a…Life Lessons2 min read
Inside+Out Upstate NY·5 days agoJocelyn & Chris Bring Brains, Heart and Soul Back to Rock and RollHarvard-educated siblings Jocelyn & Chris bring brains, heart and soul back to rock and roll. Inspired by the analog sounds of the 1960s, the brother-sister duo lead a cracking band of top-tier musicians intent on reviving rock. Balancing their studies with touring, Jocelyn & Chris have performed nationally and recorded…Music12 min read
BigONE Exchange·6 days agoWhy Are More and More Musicians Using NFTs?As the world of crypto and blockchain evolves, more and more industries see the value of using NFTs and web3 to replace traditional production, promotion, and sales methods. Until relatively major brands and celebrities were reluctant to get involved in the world of web3. But now with the runaway success…Music4 min read
Alexandralea·May 7Memory Lane & The Media MachineI felt a deep wave of nostalgia followed by a reminiscent chuckle to myself when I come across this gem whilst having a clear out — a part of my English coursework from school. God bless my English teacher who was subject to my rants and for allowing an angsty…Media Criticism12 min read
Glen Michaelsen·May 6Playlist Inspiration: Emilie ThorsbyI interviewed Emilie Thorsby a few weeks ago and wrote my first ‘Upcoming Artist Portrait’. I reached out to Emilie cause I really liked…Emilie Thorsby1 min read
