Sound Behind the Song: “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West
Jake Uitti
July 16, 2020
“Love Lockdown” by Kanye West utilizes the Roland TR-808, the heartbeat of electronic music production since the early 1980s.
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Nashville Scene Report
Ari Rosenschein
June 16, 2020
Nashville has seen changes over the years, mirroring the growth of its entertainment industry. These musicians contribute to the fabric of Music City.
Sound Behind the Song: “Paul Revere” by Beastie Boys
Ari Rosenschein
June 15, 2020
In the mid-’80s, there was little edgier in the mainstream than NYC’s notorious Beastie Boys, and “Paul Revere” was their origin story.
Sound Behind the Song: “Buffalo Stance” by Neneh Cherry
Ari Rosenschein
June 13, 2020
A “Buffalo Stance” is to stand with arms crossed, looking sideways. It’s also the name of a 1989 hit by Swedish-born, UK-bred artist, Neneh Cherry.