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Kraftwerk Member Karl Bartos Shares Career Journey In New Memoir, “The Sound of the Machine”
An electronic music pioneer is putting his storied career to the page in an upcoming memoir. Former Kraftwerk member Karl Bartos has revealed The Sound of the Machine. The new book chronicles the rise of the pioneering band, who recently joined the very selective club of electronic music artists inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021. “I reveal why our music – created in the analogue world – has survived its digital substitute,” Bartos said of the memoir, per Euronews. “As I see it, in our best moments the compositions are a testament to our search for the poetry concealed in the sound of the machine.” Karl Bartos became Kraftwerk’s fourth member in the mid-1970s and remained a member of the group until 1990. Schnatzel S...
This Company Is Turning the “DNA” of Music Into Medicine
There’s good reason to believe the emerging field of music therapy is a multi-billion dollar industry in-waiting. As the team at MediMusic notes, music has consistently shown promise in its naturally healing potential. Prior studies on music exposure has shown the art form demonstrates the benefit of reducing anxiety by up to 44%, and pain reduction by 29%. Knowing those statistics, there’s certainly good reason to believe music is medicine. But in this case, it’s more than a cliché. MediMusic is prescribing music to help remediate a variety of everyday and chronic ailments. “MediMusic has managed to digitally fingerprint the DNA of music so we can prescribe the right songs as medicine to ease anxiety and stress,” said Gary Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of M...
Here Are the Lyrics to Andy Williams’ ‘It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year’
Follow along with the lyrics to Andy William’ 1963 holiday hit. Andy Williams’ 1963 holiday hit “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” returns to the Billboard Hot 100 chart once again at No. 9. The popular track has been covered by artists such as Johnny Mathis, Garth Brooks, Patti LaBelle, Harry Connick Jr. and Pentatonix. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The popular holiday song begins with an energetic intro and features lyrics about warm and cozy winter events including “Parties for hosting/ Marshmallows for toasting/ And caroling out in the snow.” Since its 1963 release, the lovable track has continued to put listeners into a joyful spirit leading up to the holidays. Check out the lyrics below. It’s the most wonderful...
Here Are the Lyrics to Nat King Cole’s ‘The Christmas Song’
The Nat King Cole Trio recorded “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You)” back in 1946 and turned it into a Christmas classic, one year after it was written by Bob Well and Mel Torme. The song is also commonly subtitled as “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire,” due to its opening lyrics. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Multiple arrangements of the song have been recorded throughout the years, but the most notable version has to be Cole’s, which includes the warm sounds of a small string section. The lyrics are filled with warm Christmas feelings and sweet holiday imagery, including: “Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe/ Help to make the season bright…Yuletide carols being sung by a choir/ And folks dressed up like Eskimos.” T...
Here Are the Lyrics to Brenda Lee’s ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’
Brenda Lee recorded her hit “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” in 1958 when she was only 13 years old. The song didn’t gain traction until Lee rose to fame in 1960, allowing the track to peak at the No. 14 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart during that holiday season. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news This year, the song returned to the Hot 100, hitting No. 3 on the all-genre chart dated Dec. 10. Notable artists have recorded their own versions of the song, including Cyndi Lauper, LeAnn Rimes, Toby Keith and, this year, Ingrid Michaelson and Pentatonix for their Christmas albums. The bluesy rock song includes a walking bass line, its famous saxophone solo and, of course, Lee’s raspy yet melodic voice singing the famous lines, “Rockin’ arou...
Here Are the Lyrics to Bobby Helms’ ‘Jingle Bell Rock’
The opening electric guitar riff followed by the steady beat of jingle bells marks the opening of Bobby Helms’ classic hit “Jingle Bell Rock.” The 1957 track makes reference to other similar-sounding songs, including “Rock Around the Clock” and the original “Jingle Bells.” Helms’ tune made it to the Billboard Hot 100 in 2016, where it peaked at No. 29. It then peaked at No. 3 in 2020. The song, which has a country swing to it, has been covered by many artists in Nashville throughout the years, including George Strait, Rascal Flatts, Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton. Check out the lyrics and stream the song below to get into the jingle bell rock groove. Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rockJingle bells swing and jingle bells ringSnowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of funNow the jingl...
Steve Aoki Is Flying Around the Moon On SpaceX’s First Civilian Lunar Mission
Steve Aoki wants to crater to every whim. The DJ has been revealed as one of eight people selected by Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa to join him on a commercial space flight around the moon. The trip, organized by Elon Musk’s SpaceX and dubbed “Dear Moon,” is planned for 2023. “Life is crazy,” Aoki said in a clip recorded to capture his reaction to the news. “I’m going to go to the… moon!” According to Maezawa, a “space enthusiast” and online fashion retail mogul, the project marks the world’s first-ever civilian lunar orbital mission. He’ll be footing the bill for the 10 people he picked—including two backup crew members—who were reportedly selected from a pool of 1 million applicants. At the time of writing, Maezawa h...
Partying In Tulum This Winter? Selina Is the Best Place to Recharge Between Events
Up for a little getaway to Tulum this winter? Make sure to hit up Selina’s newest location in downtown Tulum for this season’s best place to party and relax. Having just opened its doors in October 2022, Selina Tulum Downtown is perfect for today’s digital nomad and modern traveler looking for a unique hospitality experience. The new location boasts the best place to stay among Tulum’s lively beach and party scene during the winter high season, combining beautifully designed accommodations with co-working, recreation, wellness and local cultural experiences. Selina Tulum Downtown. Selina Tulum As one of the world’s fastest-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality companies, Selina continues to focus on the needs and desires of millennial and Gen Z travelers in this second Quintana Ro...
Damon Sharpe’s “Naughty Girl” Music Video Is a Celebration of Shuffling and Rave Culture
Just last month, Damon Sharpe released his tech house cover of Beyoncé’s 2004 hit, “Naughty Girl.” The track is wildly infectious with its pumping bassline, quirky synths and sultry vocals from Tima Dee. Now, Sharpe has dropped the official “Naughty Girl” music video, a celebration of shuffling. Featuring popular dancers and shape-cutters CiCi, Janeeva Pettway and Adrian Campos, among others, the video is a vibrant ode to rave fashion and culture. Directed by Éli Sokhn, the video takes place in a math classroom with Sharpe as the teacher. Bored by his math lessons, the students turn off the lights and transform the room into a club, erupting into a dancing frenzy as the chalkboard changes from “MATH101” to “PARTY101.” Swapping sc...
Here Are the Best Spotify Wrapped Memes of 2022
It’s Spotify Wrapped season, that wonderful time of the year when a multi-billion dollar corporation tricks its users into running a global marketing campaign for free. With quirky graphics, completely made-up genres and plenty of opportunities to publically shame your friends, it’s tough to refrain from sharing your top songs and artists of the year and flexing your greatness—or cringiness. In honor of this brazen display of data harvesting, we’ve compiled the best Spotify Wrapped memes of 2022. Obliterating your parents’ computer for a YouTube rip of a song was so worth it Let’s get this out of the way right now: there’s absolutely nothing wrong with listening to 225 hours of Skrillex in a year Can’t tell if we’re supposed to laugh or cry? ...
Fred again.. Asks for Help Finding Space to Record New Music, Finds Solace In Fan’s Living Room
Why bother with expensive studio spaces when you can meet a new friend and record in his living room? While traveling through Amsterdam, Fred again.. and Joy Anonymous had the itch to hit the studio and work on some music. They could have taken the traditional route and booked a professional studio space, but they decided to get creative. Fred took to social media the night prior and asked if anyone had speakers in their living room for an impromptu recording session. They quickly received a message from a local producer named Marc, who makes music under the moniker Baril. He offered them his home, and it wasn’t long before they pulled up and built a makeshift studio before jamming out and recording a bevy of new demos. Moments like this remind us that despite the drama and politics ...
Mariah Carey Is Inviting You to Her Home for the Holidays: Here’s How Fans Can Book the Unforgettable Trip to New York City
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Mariah Carey is inviting you to her home for the holidays. The “Queen of Christmas” teamed with Booking.com to give two lucky fans a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience New York City her way. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Mariah’s Ultimate Holiday Experience will include a three-night stay in the Grande Luxe King room at The Plaza hotel, tickets to Carey’s upcoming holiday concert, dinner at her favorite restaurants including Nobu and Mr. Chow, a private tour of Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center...
