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In 2012, I watched as the remaining members of the Beach Boys played together for their 50th anniversary. As they launched into When I Grow Up (to be a Man), I reflected on the experience of listening to elderly men sing about what they’ll be when they “grow up”, in a band whose name never allows them to grow old. This contrast captured the essence of the Beach Boys’ story – one of both joy and sadness, of hits and misses, and of friendship and family. The new Disney+ documentary, The Beach Boys, is a two-hour journey through the band’s musical history, from the early days as teens playing music in the Wilsons’ garage up to the mid-1...... Read Full article on HadNews

Do you ever find yourself singing along to a song, only to realize that the artist who you thought was performing it is actually someone completely different? Well, you're not alone! This video by WatchMojo titled "Top 20 Songs People Think Are By Someone Else" showcases some iconic tunes that have left people scratching their heads. From the catchy chorus of "Stitches" to the rebellious anthem "Cum On Feel the Noize", these songs have been mistakenly attributed to artists who didn't actually sing them. Other tracks like "Black Betty" and "Stuck in the Middle with You" also make the list, leaving viewers shocked to learn the true performers ...... Read Full article on HadNews

40,000 years of music explained in 8 minutes | Michael Spitzer In the video "40,000 years of music explained in 8 minutes," Michael Spitzer takes viewers on a journey through the evolution of music from prehistoric bone flutes to the modern era. Spitzer, a professor of music at the University of Liverpool, challenges the common perception that the history of music is solely a history of works and composers. Instead, he emphasizes that music is a universal and participatory activity that has evolved alongside human civilization. Spitzer explains that the earliest musical instruments, such as bone flutes and lithic instruments, were designed ...... Read Full article on HadNews

Watch the video by The Ultimate Discovery The Humble Beginnings, Trailbazing Career and Untimely Death of Bob Marley. It’s no secret that Bob Marley's influence expanded beyond music, as a symbol of identity and struggle. Let's dive into his humble beginnings and untimely demise as we investigate The Man Behind The Legend of Reggae, chronicling the path of an icon whose music inspires and unifies. Bob Marley's life is a tribute to the continuing power of his tunes, from the northern embrace of Saint Ann's to the global stage. Check Out These Videos: The day Bob Marley DIED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVon8mWWlDc The ...... Read Full article on HadNews

Sam Mendes is going to have to work “Eight Days a Week” to pull this one off. Backed by Sony, Mendes is going to make “four distinct theatrical feature films,” one from each member of the iconic band’s perspective, a February 20 press release reads. It is the first time that Apple Corps Ltd. and The Beatles — Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and the families of John Lennon and George Harrison — have granted full life story and music rights for a scripted film. (Note: Apple Corps is not Apple the gigantic iPhone maker. It is the name of the band’s conglomerate.) Mendes will direct all four biopics, which promise to “intersect” with each oth...... Read Full article on HadNews

It has been 50 years since Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Kiss launched their thunderock-doused debut album into the pop culture stratosphere. The eponymous album, released on February 18 1974, became a platform-stacked foot in the music industry’s door. What followed established Kiss as one of the most memorable hard-rock bands of the 1970s and ’80s, with a globally recognised legacy. The early days In 1972, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons shelved their first ever rock outfit following a short stint in a band called Wicked Lester. The pair then hatched a plan to form a far more aggressive and successful rock band. Drummer Peter C...... Read Full article on HadNews

A new series about Julio Iglesias’ life and career is coming to Netflix — and the Spanish crooner will form part of the creative process. “Julio Iglesias is one of the most important figures in music history and he’s finally ready to tell his story!” Netflix’s Thursday (Feb. 8) announcement on Instagram reads. “For the first time, the living legend will be part of the creative process and help bring to life a Netflix series that chronicles his incredible musical trajectory.” “After that many speculations, books and documentaries in which I have not been involved, for the first time, I have decided to tell ...... Read Full article on HadNews