Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift!! Born on this very day, the 13^th of December has made the eyes of millions of guys literally pop out with her cute looks along with her fantastic taste over music. The transition from the 2008 hit country song “Love Story” to her latest poppy track “Blank Space” makes me wonder what she has in store for us in the years to come. Born in Pennsylvania, U.S, Taylor Swift isn’t just an amazing singer with an extremely soothing voice but also a song-writer, actress and a philanthropist who can play the guitar, piano and ukulele.

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At the age of 14 she moved to Tennessee to pursue her career in country music. As soon as she entered the world of music she began creating records after records, in 2006 she released her self titled debut studio album where in the track “Our Song” made her the youngest person to write and perform a no.1 country song. “Fearless” became the best selling album in 2009 furthermore she also became the youngest winner for “Album of the year” Grammy. Her follow-up albums “Speak now”, “Red” and “1989” made Swift the first and only singer to have 3 albums sell more than a million copies in the first week.

Just within a span of 8 years, she has won 7 Grammy Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards and has sold over 30 million albums. In addition to her music career she has also acted in the comedy film “Valentines Day (2010) and “The Giver (2014)”. Along with this she has also towards numerous charities for child literacy, natural disaster relief and also supports LGBT anti-discrimination efforts. She is one of the very few musicians who have achieved so much in such a short span of time. Truly Hats off!!

My top 10 suggestions for this week are:- Cheers!!

Ø  David Guetta Feat. Afrojack and Nicki Minaj – Hey Mama(Pop)

It has the pitched up dutch electro sound you expect from Afrojack along with the auto-tuned vocals of Nicki Minaj which should make this another hit.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-56VZnge_1E

Ø  One Direction -  Stockholm Syndrome (Pop)

This synth- pop song is wickedly catchy and the amazing sounds of the instruments complement the guys’ voices very well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGYyTw9RIa8

Ø  Tiesto - Light years away (Tiesto & Moti Remix) (House)

The duo breaks down the melody filled progressive house single and builds it back up as a certified electro house heater.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSTuYZHdAIs

Ø  Echosmith - Cool kids(Pop)

This amazing song is from the debut studio album of the American Indi-pop band Echosmith, has reached no. 13 on the billboard charts.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSCzDykng4g

Ø  Cash Cash - Surrender (Stadiumx Remix) (House)

Among the many remixes this one has a more ethereal take on this smash hit by the progressive house Hungarian duo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObYkSSkLg54

Ø  Coldplay – Miracles (Pop)

With a sweetly strummed guitar, a twinkling piano and a lot of snapping, this song is the original soundtrack for the upcoming Angelina Jolie film “Unbroken”.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYogZ1KER_k

Ø  Brad Paisley – Perfect Storm(Country)

This is a mid-tempo country power ballad, complete with Paisley’s signature twangy leads from his upcoming album “Moonshine in the Trunk”.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inAj-sbwP7I

Ø  Eva Shaw - Space Jungle (Showtek Edit)(House)

The Dutch super duo released their take on Canadian born Eva Show’s new track “Space Jungle”. It has an incredibly energetic vibe that incorporates the sound organic instruments.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06VLVtmU_KA

                                  

Ø  Calvin Harris feat. R3hab - Burnin (House)

It takes a swing at dirty Dutch, with a drop built around staccato synths and drum kicks that split double and triple-time over the bass.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ss6CAIGpoko

Ø  Vance Joy – Riptide (Rock)

With this breakthrough act the Australian singer emerged as one of the top new artists. This song was also covered by none other then Taylor Swift.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ_1HMAGb4k

Ozzy Osbourne

Heavy Metal – A genre of music which was introduced in the late 1960’s attracted millions of fans all over the world especially in the U.S and U.K. Today I will be speaking about an incredible musician who is informally called as the “Godfather of Heavy Metal”- Ozzy Osbourne. December 3^rd marked the 66^th birthday of this insanely famous music icon. 

Pic Credits :http://thelavalizard.com/2012/08/music-minute-404/

Born in Birmingham, England, John Michael Osbourne was fourth of the six children. At the age of 14, on hearing the hit song “She loves you” by “Beatles” made him realize that he wanted to be a rock star for the rest of his life. In 1969 he began his career as the lead vocalist of the pioneering band “Black Sabbath”. They released 8 studio albums of which the first 4 sold more than a million copies each in the U.S. “Sabotage”, “Paranoid”, “Master of Reality” and “Black Sabbath” are few albums every heavy metal fan must listen to. In 1979 he went on to pursue a solo music career. He released 11 albums of which the first 7 were awarded multi-platinum certifications along with numerous hit singles. 

He also introduced “Ozzfest”, a musical festival which promoted many new hard rock and heavy metal bands. It has grossed over $100 million with an attendance of over 5 million since the beginning. In 2011 “Black Sabbath” reunited to release a new album entitled “13” which topped the U.K and U.S album charts. In 2002 he also produced a reality T.V series “The Osbournes” which became MTV’s greatest hits. In 2009 he also published an autobiography called “I am Ozzy”. Furthermore a documentary film about Osbourne’s life and career entitled “God Bless Ozzy” premiered in 2011.

Ozzy Osbourne was inducted into the U.S Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the U.K Music Hall of Fame as a solo artist and as a member of the band. He won the Grammy award for his great music. Recently at the EMA 2014 he was also awarded with the Global Icon Award. Though he was a very controversial musician, he was loved, adored and praised by many all around the world.

My top 10 suggestions for this week are:-

Ø  Axwell and Ingrosso – Something new(Electro)

This track has soft and melodic music along with vocals that will remind us the success of John Martin and SHM. It is also featured on the “Beats by Dre” commercial “#SoloSelfie”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhJSsX5AKPI

Ø  Pitbull Ft. Ne-Yo - Time Of Our Lives(Pop)

After burning the charts with “Fireball” Pitbull re-unites with Ne-yo to release this party anthem dedicated to everybody going through tough times.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUak2C_KEeU

Ø  Kaskade & John Dahlback feat. Sansa -A Little More(House)

Featuring the light and airy vocals of the Finnish singer Sansa, the track is a powerfully emotive tune with bursting melodies that soar through the track.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7w4sUNw6tI

Ø  Meghan Trainor – Ill be home(Pop)

The “All about that bass” songstress gets in the Christmassy mood as she records a song for the EP “I’ll be home for Christmas” by Epic Records.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2P8RU_dHyi4

Ø  Chuckie and Diamond Pistols feat. Hyper Crush – Bang(House)

This massive banger turns up the heat with its unique blend of Melbourne bounce and big room with perfectly timed vocal samples.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6uGOgpe9O0A

Ø  James Blunt – Working in out(Pop)

With thumping music, this track from the album “Moon Landing (Apollo Edition) will remind us of “One republic”.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai0eQIK66JE

Ø  R3hab feat. Trevor Guthrie – Soundwave (Vinai Remix) (House)

The Italian group Vinai delivers a grand remix for R3hab’s Chart shredding masterpiece “Soundwave”. It Contains the Vinai signature music.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHhZSaMpka0

Ø  Tim McGraw – Shotgun Rider(Country)

Tim McGraw released the 3^rd single from his latest album “Sundown Heaven Town”. It has already topped the country charts in the U.S.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zrFgiSZnfg

Ø  Mikky Ekko – Time (Pop)

The U.S singer is ready to make his debut with his album titled “Time”.

A soulful song with beautiful lyrics.   

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzMdwXACuY4

Ø  Foo Fighters – Something from Nothing(Rock)

This is the lead single off the band’s latest album “Sonic Highway”. It’s a chugging rock anthem about rising up. All the rock fans – this is a must hear.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_YlZ1JdcVk

Music for Charity

“Give to others, and God will give to you. Indeed, you will receive a full measure, a generous helping, poured into your hands” – Jesus Christ. As we have read these strong words, let us take a moment and ask ourselves a simple question, Have we ever helped or thought of helping a needy person? Or have we done some kind of charity work in our life for the sick and the poor? Today I will be speaking on some musicians who have not only aced in their career with their superb music, but also made numerous contributions towards various charities across the world by helping the sick, homeless and impoverished.

Starting of we have Taylor Swift, who is considered to be one of the most actively involved musicians when it comes to charity. She provided an endowment of 4 million towards the construction of a new education center in Nashville to promote child literacy. She also recorded a song for the Haiti victims. One Direction performed at the Children in Need 2011 and also released a song “One way or another” for a Comic relief fund. Rihanna donated 1.75 million to a hospital in Barbados in memory of her grandmom, Furthermore she also released her own clothing line along with some other stars for “H&M Fashion against Aids”.

 The hit American band Linkin Park released a song “Not Alone” in support for the Haiti Earthquake crises. They also contributed towards the Tsunami relief Japan. The EDM giant Avicii started “House of hunger” for alleviating global hunger by supplying 2 million school meals throughout Africa. Miley Cyrus had celebrated her 16^th birthday by donating 1 million to the “Youth Service America” through Disney. Recently Band Aid 30 released a song to raise money towards to the deadly Ebola crises in West Africa. Some of the biggest names in music have contributed towards this recording.

These were just a few artists and their philanthropic acts among the many. I could probably write a book on the selfless deeds by these incredible musicians but its not possible. The happiness you get after you’ve done some kind of humanitarian act is really amazing. I would like to end this post sharing another famous quote- “It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” - Mother Teresa. So the next time you indulge yourself in Charity it shouldn’t be for fame, but should come from within. Cheers!!

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My top 10 Suggestions this week are:-

Ø  Wyclef Jean Feat. Avicii – Divine Sorrow(Electro-pop)

This fantastic collaboration was basically created for the Coca-Cola’s (RED) Campaign which fights against AIDS. The lyrics along with the amazing music will definitely make your feet tap.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qc0pIWMhEsk

Ø  Pitbull feat. John Ryan – Fireball (Pop)

Fireball is propelled by a bouncy Latin-influenced beat with John Ryan who contributes the songs soulful hook. It’s the first single from his upcoming album “Globalisation”.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMqgVXSvwGo

Ø  Hozier – Take me to Church (Rock)

This Irish singer songwriter released this pro-gay song where in he criticizes homophobia in Russia.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVjiKRfKpPI

Ø  Nicki Minaj feat. Skylar Grey – Bed of lies(Hip hop)

Nicki Minaj released this new track with simple Piano chord progressions combined with the echoy hook from Skylar Grey off her forthcoming album “The Pinkprint”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_O4P06f9VsI

Ø  Nervo feat. Au Revoir Simone – Rise Early Morning (Electro)

The Australian babes released this hot new song which features their signature melodic sound and their beautiful vocals along with Au Revoir Simone’s help on this progressive track.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OCDjtdHvIE

Ø  Laidback Luke and Project 46 – Memories(Original Mix) (House)

“Memories” is an exquisitely executed progressive house tune with some beautiful vocals and an ever so catchy melody which will bring your party to life.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uox3Kd5HfU

Ø  Lazy Rich and Hot Mouth – Bonk (Original Mix) (House)

With its funky melodies and hefty bassline, Bonk! is also layered with electro house that undertones the song perfectly

p.s don’t go on the name

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWlauhZKK_4

Ø  Selena Gomez – The heart wants what it wants (Pop)

This emotional song released from her greatest hits album may be dedicated to her on and off relationship with Justin Bieber.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij_0p_6qTss

Ø  Sebastian Ingrosso and Axwell – Can’t Hold us Down (House)

The Swedish duo released this latest song from their forthcoming album. A heavily filtered synth riff explodes into a pulse groove that recalls SHM hit “Greyhound”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLU2T03iWPs

Ø  Band Aid 30 – Do They Know It’s Christmas (Pop)

This song was released to raise funds for the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Vocals are contributed by one direction, Emeli Sande, Sam Smith, Bastille and many more.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-w7jyVHocTk