1920s was the age of jazz in the US, but in spite of its popularity the older generation considered it threatening to their morals and values. In fact, even now there are some very popular Jazz songs with quite prohibitive lyrics. Jazz is a genre of extremes finding a place in the hear...
List of famous female jazz pianists, listed by their level of prominence with photos when available. This greatest female jazz pianists list contains the most ...
His album Songs in the Key of Life is often hailed as a masterpiece, showcasing his unique blend of pop, soul, funk, and jazz. Wonder's contributions to music have earned him countless accolades, including an impressive tally of 25 Grammy Awards, cementing his pl...
It's hard to understate the cultural impact of iconic jazz musician Miles Davis, whom Rolling Stone called the "most revered jazz trumpeter of all time." Born in St. Louis and educated at New York's prestigious Juilliard School, Davis solidified his place in history with "Kind of Blue," ...
Country music flourished in the 1950s, giving rise to legendary performers who left an indelible mark on the genre. This decade saw the birth of iconic songs and styles that would shape country music for generations to come. Artists like Johnny Cash and
1920: Charlie Parker - Date of birth: Aug. 29 (Died: March 12, 1955) Charlie "Yardbird" Parkerset the jazz world on fire with his progressive saxophone style. Parker was born in Kansas City, Kansas, and moved to New York in his early 20s. There, he found kindred spirits in other ...
Jitterbug Waltz was recorded late in Waller’s career, when he was 38 at the peak of his powers. A waltz (¾ time) in the key of E♭major, it was unusual at the time of its release for being one of the first jazz songs recorded on theHammond organ. ...
Born in 1898, Miff Mole was one of the earliest jazz trombone players to develop a distinctive style of jazz trombone soloing and was a pre-Jack-Teagarden inspiration to many on this instrument. An influential figure on New York’s jazz scene in the 1920’s, he performed and recorded exten...
Texas and was inspired to create a new and creative sound that infused soul and purpose; we now call this "outlaw country." More than 50 years later, fans still praise Nelson for his shift in the genre as well as the hundreds of songs and albums he's poured his heat and soul into....
The multi Grammy Award winner has Croatian roots with his grandfather Mihovil originally from Trogir near Split on the Dalmatian coast. Bublé grew up listening to Mihovil’s old jazz records and it was he who convinced Michael to enter a talent show as a 17-year-old which he won. ...