 Re-Open The Doors: Ranking Their 10 Best Deep Album TracksBy
Douglas Newman
Although the Doors are musical legends with legions of fans, for some reason they have not enjoyed the same degree of reverence as some of their classic rock peers like the Velvet Underground, The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix or The Who. You’ll be hard pressed to find the Doors name-dropped by the latest “it” band [...]  15 Great Covers of Lesser Known Bob Dylan SongsBy
Douglas Newman
There are thousands of Bob Dylan covers that have been recorded by artists in almost every genre imaginable. Rarely do they live up the original recordings, but each of these covers infuses the song with a different personality that makes for a refreshing listen.  Pay Attention! Underappreciated Artists Due for a Breakout in ‘09By
Douglas Newman
With the close of 2008 fast approaching, I thought I’d add a little twist to the typical year end lists (which, by the way, is forthcoming from the good folks here at JamsBio) and give a run-down of 12 artists and bands that I feel deserve to have a breakout year in 2009. Some are [...]  Happy B-Day Jimi! Hendrix’s Top 10 Musical PerformancesBy
Douglas Newman
Tomorrow, November 27th, Thanksgiving Day, is Jimi Hendrix’s birthday. He would have been 66 years old. Perhaps more significant is that this year marks the 40th anniversary of two landmark Hendrix albums - Axis: Bold as Love and the double-LP masterpiece Electric Ladyland.  Second Coming: 25 Great Sophomore RecordsBy
Douglas Newman with Rick Sawyer
“Sophomore slump” has been a term bandied about by music critics when describing a follow-up album that pales in comparison to an artist’s unusually accomplished debut. While I question whether second records often tend to fall flat for most bands (I even question the validity of the sophomore slump phenomenon), I am intrigued by them, [...]  25 Songs for Saying GoodbyeBy
Douglas Newman
A reader suggested I make a list of songs for saying goodbye. Never one to turn down a request, I started digging through my vast collection of vinyl, CDs, and MP3s to find my favorite farewell songs. I came up with, I believe, a pretty solid and eclectic list of songs for saying goodbye.  Saving the Best for Last: 25 Great Closing TracksBy
Douglas Newman
Although less and less relevant in the age of MP3s, an album’s sequencing used to be a vital part of the creative process. Important for pacing, creating a mood, and establishing a cohesive artistic statement, the order of the tracks was often mulled over as closely as the recording itself. Opening numbers have been given [...]  10 Songs that Make Me CryBy
Douglas Newman
I admit it. I’m kind of a sap when it comes to music and its ability to conjure a well of emotions…even tears. That’s right, I’m a grown man who’s sometimes moved to tears when I hear certain songs. Mind you, the stars have to be aligned and all the pieces in place for me [...]  He Said/She Said: 20 Boy-Girl Duets for the AgesBy
Douglas Newman
There’s something special about duets with male and female voices. The contrast of sounds is pleasing to my ears. I especially like the ones where the vocalists are having a conversation through song - a musical he said/she said.  Riff Offs: 10 Songs That Resemble Other SongsBy
Douglas Newman
They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Musicians are notorious for taking this old adage to heart, liberally “borrowing” (either intentionally or subconsciously) chords, melodies and/or lyrics from each other.  12 Songs for Joe the PlumberBy
Douglas Newman
Editor’s Note: The content of our writers’ posts do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of JamsBio, nor its partners and sponsors. Really, it’s just the writer. And our writers kick butt.  Songs About Butts: No Ifs or Ands About ItBy
Clinton Schaff
Booty, Ass, Butt, Derriere, Arse, Behind, Buns, Buttocks, Keister, Nates, Posterior, Prat, Fanny, Tooshie, Backside, Bottom, Tush, Rump, Stern, Bum, Can, Heine. There are lots of words for butts, but there are even more songs about ass, representing all genres and spanning decades.  Pre-Election Playlist: 13 Songs to Pump You Up for Pulling the LeverBy
Douglas Newman
There’s exactly two weeks left until Election Day. For your pleasure, a pre-election playlist to pump you up for pulling the lever. And, in the spirit of the upcoming political throwdown, JamsBio is holding its own musical election. Vote now! “Vote, Baby, Vote!” by Deee-Lite [Audio clip: view full post to listen]  Blog Action Day: 20 Songs About PovertyBy
Douglas Newman
In honor of Blog Action Day 2008, what follows is a list of my favorite songs that address poverty in a way that hopes to change the conversation, to raise awareness, to start a global discussion and add momentum to an important cause. |
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